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The history of Executive Women International® dates back to 1938 when Lucille Johnson Perkins of San Francisco conceived the idea of forming an association in which key women and top secretaries could work with their executives in the interest of their firms and for civic betterment.

On March 28, 1938, the initial San Francisco group met to organize officially. Bylaws were adopted and on April 29, Articles of Incorporation were filed with the State of California under the name of Executives' Secretaries, Inc.

Los Angeles business executives and their representatives recognized the value of the organization, and in May of 1939, a chapter was chartered in that city. Since that time, many chapters in key cities have been chartered as top executives of major firms recognized the value of membership and gave support to the movement.

On August 17, 1964, the first Canadian chapter was chartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, giving the organization an international image.

In April 1965, the Indianapolis Chapter was chartered. Marge Tarplee was elected our first president.

On May 21, 1977, during the 30th Annual Meeting, the Delegate Body voted to change the name of the organization to Executive Women International®, in recognition of the diverse careers held by its representatives.

The membership directory of EWI® is a "blue book" of international companies, industries and professions. At present, chapters are located throughout the United States, Canada and Europe.

 

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