1. Janet Bandows Koster 8-19-11
Special Director of International Initiatives Activities related to FY12 Goal 5
Janet Bandows Koster

2. FY12 Strategic Goals & Objectives
GOAL #1 – Growing the Profession – Outreach
There is an increase in women choosing to enter the engineering and technology profession
Objective 1.1: Increase the number of women feeding the engineering/technology schools by starting a community college program and middle / high school pilot program.
GOAL #2 – Professional Excellence
Women in engineering and technology excel professionally, and their achievements are showcased and valued
Objective 2.4: Increase recognition of SWE members as influential and sought-after leaders as measured by the number of members participating in prestigious and influential positions, including committees and advisory boards inside and outside of SWE.
GOAL #4 – Inclusive Global Community
Women in Engineering and Technology and SWE stakeholders find value in SWE as a diverse, inclusive,
global community
Objective 4.3: Restructure volunteer opportunities that are adapted to the diverse lifestyles and priorities of our members as measured by increased volunteer participation
GOAL #5 – Membership
SWE is a first choice organization for supporting women in engineering and technology as seen by the retention and growth of its membership.
Objective 5.2: Increase international membership to 1000

3. Goal #5-Membership (International Initiative)
Objective 5.2: Increase international membership to 1000
Develop strategic plan for international growth by BOD4
(Owner: Special Director)
Held teleconference with MCI Consulting on July 22
Received formal contract on August 11
Contract in process for signature

4. Scope of Project: Phase I
MCI to complete:
Country Analysis
Stakeholder Analysis
Competitive and Partner Analysis
The Strategic Analysis project is expected to take three
months from signature to completion with periodic updates
Final report by BOD4 will include recommendations for
sustainable international expansion