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A Message From Board President
“Hi! My name is Sami, the president of Cosmetologists of Washington United Board of Directors. I started my career in 2011, graduating from Gene Juarez. After high school I knew I wanted to do something creative, such as hair or makeup but wasn’t sure. My friend encouraged me to take a tour of Gene Juarez to see how I felt, and after touring I remember feeling so excited to start. I ended up graduating in 2011 and from there worked at an hourly salon, commission salon, to now being a leaser. I currently work at Winslow salon in down town Kirkland. I’ve been there for 5 years now and I…
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2022 Legislative Accomplishments
In 2022, legislative session ran from Jan 10- Mar 10 which ends the 2 year biennium in a short 60 day session. This year, Cosmetologists of WA United was fortunate to be able to work with Brooke Davies as our legislative lobbyist. She assisted in shifting COWU’s approach to potential laws in Olympia from one of a defensive posture (in previous years) – to one that is proactive, strategic and intentful. The Personal Services industry has been through a lot of stress the last 2 years due to the pandemic. As the organization shifts away from supporting & educating the industry on Covid specific guidelines, support and resources. Cosmetologists United …
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Last Push! for Legislative Session 2022
We Have a WIN! and we have one more item to OPPOSE! Read inside for more details on how to participate....
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Virtual Legislative Day 2022
Our legislative lobbying day will be held via ZOOM for a second year. We have invited our legislative lobbyist Brooke Davies to host conversations with special guest Legislators Sen. Ann Rivers (R) and Rep. Walen (D) to discuss what’s happening in Olympia during this short, 60 day session. We also have generous donors Bassett Salon Solutions and Salon Services on board to talk about investment into protection of the Personal Services industry. Lastly, get instructions + a pep talk from lobbyist Brooke Davies on interacting with your legislators in WA state! Zoom link will be shared via our EXCLUSIVE Facebook Group for Advocates Only Here. NOTE: It’s FREE to Participate…
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2021 ANNUAL MEETING
Cosmetologists of Washington United announces its FIRST ANNUAL MEETING will occur November 29th, 2021 at 11am VIRTUALLY via Zoom link. All enrolled Member Advocates are invited to join. The Zoom link info will be sent to you directly and shared on our Advocates Only Facebook Group. AGENDA: Submit Board Elections Online Ballots to elect a New Vice President. Candidates here. Meet our Lobbyist for 2022 Legislative Session- Brooke Davies Organizational Updates & more! ………..Want to learn more about our newly enacted bylaws? Go here.
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