December Speakers Angela Hawkins and John Turner
Angela Hawkins
Wake County Board of Elections
John W. Turner
Turner served in both the U.S. Coast Guard (1992-96) and the U.S. Army (2003-07), where he deployed to Mosul, Iraq with the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, which was extended and reassigned to Baghdad in 2006. He rose to the rank of Captain, was awarded the Bronze Star for exceptionally meritorious service. Returning from Iraq, he saw the need to assist his fellow vets and develop
November Speaker Dallas Woodhouse
As North Carolina Executive Director of American Majority, Dallas Woodhouse manages the day-to-day operations of the North Carolina state office. Woodhouse recruits and trains potential candidates and grassroots leaders committed to individual freedom through limited government, personal responsibility and free market economics.
Woodhouse has spent two decades building and managing political and p
October Speakers - Senator Phil Berger (President Pro Tempore) & Dylan Watts (Director - NC Republican Senate Caucus)
Sen. Phil Berger
Phil Berger was first elected to the State Senate in 2000. His colleagues elected him minority leader in 2004, and President Pro Tempore in 2010 after Republicans won a Senate majority for the first time since the 19th Century. The first Republican leader of the North Carolina Senate in more than 100 years, Senator Berger has delivered common sense, conservative reforms to State go
Dylan Watts
Dylan Watts grew up in Cary, North Carolina and studied political science at East Carolina University. Dylan currently serves as the Director of the North Carolina Republican Senate Caucus, where he oversees the political and campaign efforts for Senate Republicans. Dylan served as a Policy Advisor for Sen. Berger prior to joining the caucus in 2018.
September Speaker - Andy Jackson
As Director of the Civitas Center for Public Integrity at the John Locke Foundation, Andy focuses on government compliance with the law and best practices, particularly regarding election policy and law. He researches and writes on public and election integrity, conducts election analysis, and presents election-related data.
August Speaker - Chief Terry Sult
Chief Terry Sult was appointed Cary’s Chief of Police on June 10, 2022. Chief Sult has more than 40 years of law enforcement experience, with three tours of duty in three states. Chief Sult holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Gardner-Webb University and a Master of Business Administration from
Welcome to Republican Women of Cary & Southwestern Wake
Our Story
The first luncheon of the Republican Women of Cary was held in November 1992. The organization became a member of the North Carolina Federation of Republican Women in 1993.
Membership in the Republican Women of Cary & Southwestern Wake affords you membership in the North Carolina Federation of Republican Women and the National Federation of Republican Women.
Our Events
Politics isn't everything! From happy hours to hikes, movie nights to teas, we offer a variety of events and activities to suit every interest, including, of course, meeting and interacting with candidates. Our club meetings feature informative programs. We also support Veterans and other community causes. We volunteer where needed and enjoy the company! Check out our calendar to see what's coming up!
Membership
Becoming a member of Republican Women of Cary & Southwestern Wake has never been easier. With just a few clicks, you'll have access to all of our events and activities. Join today!
Our 2024 Executive Committee
President - Maryann Von Seggern
VP Programs - Emanuela Prister
VP Membership - Lynne Dahler
Treasurer - Karen Gould
Recording Secretary - Grace Purtell
Corresponding Secretary - Dale Jones
RWCSW Mugs and Tote Bags
NEW!
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission. Use the button to order online. Items also available at luncheon meetings!
Join us!
Please join us! We welcome you!
- JOIN HERE
- Or pay membership dues at a meeting.
$45 annually (full membership)
$30 annually (associate membership for men or members of other Federated Clubs)
Why We Are Here!
Here is our Mission Statement.
The Republican Women of Cary and Southwestern Wake
The purpose of the club’s membership shall be to:
1. Increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government.
2. Disseminate information to all State Federations and local units. [NFRW]
3. Inform the public through political education and activity.
4. Foster loyalty to the Republican Party at all levels of government.
5. Promote the principles of the Republican Party.
6. Work for Republican candidates in all elections, including nonpartisan elections.
7. Support the objectives and policies of the Republican National Committee.
8. Perform any lawful activity not inconsistent with the foregoing.
Charities We Support
Our Caring for America Charity for 2024 is the Veterans Life Center of North Carolina.
Our Caring for America Charity for 2024 is the Veterans Life Center of North Carolina.
Our Caring for America Charity for 2024 is the Veterans Life Center of North Carolina.
The Caring for America initiative allows us to give back to our community. Our club donates items and funds to this worthy cause. Please support VLC!
Veterans Life Center of North Carolina
Our Caring for America Charity for 2024 is the Veterans Life Center of North Carolina.
Our Caring for America Charity for 2024 is the Veterans Life Center of North Carolina.
Please consider donating to VLC's amazing endeavor.
We are collecting gift cards from Lowes and Home Depot for VLC to use for spring gardening.
