Board of Directors Trip
Push International's dedicated Board of Directors held their annual meeting September 16- 20, 2009 in Woodinville, Washington. The meeting was held in conjunction with Push's Annual Washington Fall Fundraiser. This was the first time the board was able to all be together in one place. They thoroughly enjoyed spending time together and had the opportunity to discuss opportunities for Push International's future growth.
The Board of Directors spent time brainstorming how to accomplish Push's goals in the next 1, 3 and 5 years. They had time to discuss how to raise more volunteers, make wise investments, partner with other organizations and increase the quality of services Push offers to the disabled community in Mexico.

The board had the unique honor and opportunity of including Rita Correa, our Mexican Therapy Partner, in some of their meetings. This allowed for cross cultural discussion of expansion opportunities, how to improve services currently provided and how the two organizations, Push International and Padres y Compadres can continue to work together to fulfill our shared dream of providing sustainable services for people with disabilities in need.

The board was able to attend a customized continuing education course on wheelchair seating and positioning while they were together. Their goal is to always continue to learn, grow and adapt their services to best fit the recipients and families Push serves.

The board also had a little time for fun while they were together. The local board members were able to tour the Denver directors and Rita Correa, around some of Seattle’s greatest attractions. As they tried to be tourists, more ideas and opportunities for growth kept coming up. The group ended up having spontaneous meetings in the car on the way to Snoqualmie Falls, the Space Needle and other Seattle destinations. The board had an active and exciting trip full of training, working and time together. The board continues to work tirelessly to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities in need.