Proud Professional
Leah Wolfe
2020
Hello IAWP Members!
I would like to introduce you one of IAWP Proud Professionals Leah Wolfe, she uses she and her pronouns. I wanted to spotlight her because she has been a dedicated member of IAWP for 10 years. She has worked for ESD for 16 years. Leah has taken on several roles for IAWP, she has been the Local Accommodation Committee for State Conferences, Vice President (2 terms), Conference Silent Auction/Lead, The lead for the Spaghetti Feed/Dessert, Awards Ceremony MC/Lead, membership Chair (2 terms). She has served on the Annual Capital Campus Veterans Day Event Committee (ESD/IAWP), Crab feed Fund Raiser/Silent Auction Committee Member/Lead, and she has been a presenter at the annual Crab feed providing safety training. Her volunteering doesn’t stop there, Leah has countless times stepped up to lead IAWP in community events to support local Shelters with Toiletry Drives. No matter what is going on with her work or personal life she has always there to support IAWP mission, vison and values.
When I asked Leah how did you get involved with IAWP? She shared that she attended a Winter Institute Crab feed in February 2014. Loved the laid back-family oriented atmosphere and joined. When asked what might someone be surprised to know about you? I previously worked in the nursing field. This is where I met my spouse of 26 years. We raised 4 daughters and love the role of Grandparents of 9 amazing grandchildren. I’m also a local county volunteer with Emergency Management, helped with several events/expos, vaccine clinics, C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) course assistant, and flooding response.
Leah was the originator of the I.A.W.P. Proud Professional Profiles (PPP). she thought this would show we are all seeking the same goal with work and play, and this group brings a little of both all wrapped into one. I wanted to know about the connections that Leah has made since joining IAWP and this what she shared. “I have enjoyed everyone that I have encountered during meetings, events and outside
helpers. Too many names to list but listed a few below.” She listed a few that made an impact on her.
Donna Glacken: I loved when she was President and so involved and welcoming. I was her Vice President twice. I enjoy her kindness; mentorship and she is always a great person to get answers about the I.A.W.P.
Judy Johnson: When I met her, she was quiet but during our first meeting she was so open, a great leader and had so much knowledge about Washington State laws. She did amazing work, and I miss her and seeing her at our events.
Steve Ruggles: He has always been kind to me and answered several questions I had about I.A.W.P. He was the first person to greet me and a few other newbies at my first conference. He was open about his job and life. He took time to ask about our lives and genuinely cared. We went over some future goals for our agency and I.A.W.P. I asked Leah what do you wish other people knew about IAWP? This has been chartered since 1943. The group is to enhance workforce development programs and vital work training. We also do outreach to communities and veterans. We have a wonderful group of retirees, out of agency member and out-of-state members that attend our conferences. I would also say we need more members. Every member brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Your life and work experience would be an asset to our group. Everyone is important piece to our success.
Wonderful quote: Innovation grows out of membership and a sure sense of responsibility people feel for
their work and the organization that employs them. Abraham Zaleznik
In closing I have had the privilege to work alongside her while we served on the IAWP board. I admire her dedication to supporting those less fortunate and respect that she has always come to the table with great suggestions and has not hesitated in putting those suggestions into action. Thank you, Leah for all your help, to make the IAWP a better association. She is an asset to our organization, and we appreciate all our great members and volunteers.
Hello IAWP Members!
I would like to introduce you one of IAWP Proud Professionals Leah Wolfe, she uses she and her pronouns. I wanted to spotlight her because she has been a dedicated member of IAWP for 10 years. She has worked for ESD for 16 years. Leah has taken on several roles for IAWP, she has been the Local Accommodation Committee for State Conferences, Vice President (2 terms), Conference Silent Auction/Lead, The lead for the Spaghetti Feed/Dessert, Awards Ceremony MC/Lead, membership Chair (2 terms). She has served on the Annual Capital Campus Veterans Day Event Committee (ESD/IAWP), Crab feed Fund Raiser/Silent Auction Committee Member/Lead, and she has been a presenter at the annual Crab feed providing safety training. Her volunteering doesn’t stop there, Leah has countless times stepped up to lead IAWP in community events to support local Shelters with Toiletry Drives. No matter what is going on with her work or personal life she has always there to support IAWP mission, vison and values.
When I asked Leah how did you get involved with IAWP? She shared that she attended a Winter Institute Crab feed in February 2014. Loved the laid back-family oriented atmosphere and joined. When asked what might someone be surprised to know about you? I previously worked in the nursing field. This is where I met my spouse of 26 years. We raised 4 daughters and love the role of Grandparents of 9 amazing grandchildren. I’m also a local county volunteer with Emergency Management, helped with several events/expos, vaccine clinics, C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team) course assistant, and flooding response.
Leah was the originator of the I.A.W.P. Proud Professional Profiles (PPP). she thought this would show we are all seeking the same goal with work and play, and this group brings a little of both all wrapped into one. I wanted to know about the connections that Leah has made since joining IAWP and this what she shared. “I have enjoyed everyone that I have encountered during meetings, events and outside
helpers. Too many names to list but listed a few below.” She listed a few that made an impact on her.
Donna Glacken: I loved when she was President and so involved and welcoming. I was her Vice President twice. I enjoy her kindness; mentorship and she is always a great person to get answers about the I.A.W.P.
Judy Johnson: When I met her, she was quiet but during our first meeting she was so open, a great leader and had so much knowledge about Washington State laws. She did amazing work, and I miss her and seeing her at our events.
Steve Ruggles: He has always been kind to me and answered several questions I had about I.A.W.P. He was the first person to greet me and a few other newbies at my first conference. He was open about his job and life. He took time to ask about our lives and genuinely cared. We went over some future goals for our agency and I.A.W.P. I asked Leah what do you wish other people knew about IAWP? This has been chartered since 1943. The group is to enhance workforce development programs and vital work training. We also do outreach to communities and veterans. We have a wonderful group of retirees, out of agency member and out-of-state members that attend our conferences. I would also say we need more members. Every member brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Your life and work experience would be an asset to our group. Everyone is important piece to our success.
Wonderful quote: Innovation grows out of membership and a sure sense of responsibility people feel for
their work and the organization that employs them. Abraham Zaleznik
In closing I have had the privilege to work alongside her while we served on the IAWP board. I admire her dedication to supporting those less fortunate and respect that she has always come to the table with great suggestions and has not hesitated in putting those suggestions into action. Thank you, Leah for all your help, to make the IAWP a better association. She is an asset to our organization, and we appreciate all our great members and volunteers.