About Us

The idea for a women’s professional organization was first discussed in the mid-1970’s by two pioneers who shared a mutual desire for an organization that would provide a forum for the exchange of ideas, mutual support and stimulation for career women.

As they refined this concept, they discovered the need was widely shared among their friends and associates. With much encouragement, cooperation and through sheer tenacity, the Women’s Professional Forum was launched in 1977.
A private, "invitation only" membership organization, the Women’s Professional Forum has approximately 130 members. Its key goals are:

Monthly luncheon meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at The Painted Plate. Members are required to attend at least 50% of the meetings each year.

In addition to luncheon meetings, members may choose to participate in a variety of small group activities, based on their individual interests. These small groups encourage members to get to know one, have fun and build long-lasting friendships. Special Interest Groups change from year to year, depending on the interests of members. Here are some of the groups members have supported in the last few years:

Women of Wall Street
Dining Out
Books & Arts
Wine Tasting
Bridge
Golf
Business owners
Tennis
Investment Group
Anything Goes
Travel
Gardening