2nd Quarter 2012

I am writing this with mixed emotions. Sadly, after four years of leading the PNNA, my term as president has come to an end and it is time for me to step down and make way for the new president. I am happy though for what was accomplished the past four years. The present board was very receptive to trying new things and implementing new ideas. I felt a true camaraderie with this board and I am pleased that I will continue to be an involved participant on the board as Past President.

The many things that were accomplished could not have been done without the outstanding officers and board members. I truly have not worked with a more passionate and hard working group. I want to thank each and every one of you for your dedication and commitment these past years. I know that with the new slate of candidates coming in, this dedication and passion will still be there to help grow the PNNA into the best numismatic organization. On that note, I hope everybody has received their ballot and has sent it back to the election chair, Bill McKivor.

My last official duties as president will occur at the upcoming PNNA convention April 13-15 at the Tukwila Community Center. I encourage every member to attend the board meeting Saturday at 8:00 AM and the general membership meeting that evening at 6:00 PM. This will officially be my send-off as the new slate will be inducted to lead for the next two years. In the past, I have used this membership meeting to introduce the members to all the great work the board has accomplished, and to hold an open Q&A forum. We certainly found the Q&A helpful and made some changes from the feedback that was received. I am confident that the new president will continue this format and continue to hear the voice of the PNNA … its members. The general membership meeting is also where our annual awards are given. Come and see who the recipients will be this year.

Thanks to everybody for your support and confidence in me to be your president. I can’t stress enough how much I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for the ride.

Hope to see you all in Tukwila. Thanks again. 

1st Quarter 2012

I can’t believe that the year has come to an end. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and found time to relax.

As the calendar turns, we have several events to get us back in the swing and not think about all the eggnog and goodies that were consumed.

January 8-9 is the Greater Tacoma Coin Show at the King Oscar in Tacoma. Followed by the Boeing Employees Coin Club Show at the Kent Commons January 21-22. For those of you that are a bit more adventurous, there is the Florida United Numismatists Convention in Orlando January 5-9. These same dates is also the New York International at the Waldorf Astoria in the heart of Manhattan. Whether you stay in the cozy confines of the NW, or travel back east, I am sure you can find that one special gift for yourself.

This new year also brings the close of the current officers and board members terms. (Just think, you only have to endure one more of my President’s messages!) Elections will be happening this quarter. If you know of anyone who would be a valuable asset to the board, please send the nomination to Bill McKivor, Election Chairperson. Keep in mind, there is no harm in nominating yourself.

Best wishes for the New Year. — Lisa