Recognition Breakfast & Keynote
Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (9:30 am – 10:00 a.m. meet and mingle)
Location: Inn at 835
Address: 835 S 2nd Street Springfield, IL 62704
Dear Honoree,
The Women to Watch, Leaders Conference was first developed to celebrate women like you, and to listen to what women across the state had to say. I am proud to continue this tradition with another exciting event ahead of us. This year’s program includes opportunities to build networks, learn new skills and meet influential leaders. More than anything we hope to inspire you, like you inspire us.
We’re here to help you attain your leadership goals and to gain your input throughout the day. We cannot wait to hear from you!
Sincerely,
Tony McCombie
House Minority Leader
Illinois House of Representatives
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Tony McCombie
House Minority Leader
Illinois House of Representatives
State Representative Tony McCombie is the first woman to serve as Illinois House Minority Leader. She is serving her fifth term in General Assembly. In January 2023 she was sworn in as House Minority Leader and continues in that role. Before joining the Illinois House of Representatives, McCombie served as a City Alderperson and Mayor for the City of Savanna, Illinois.
Born and primarily raised in Savanna, McCombie graduated from Western Illinois University with a Bachelor of Arts with concentrations in Business and Sociology. Additionally, McCombie has begun her Master’s in Public Administration at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
McCombie is a small business owner, owning and operating Blue Appraisals, and is self-employed as a realtor with Mel Foster Company. She has been married to her husband, Curt, since 2006. Together, they enjoy all types of outdoor activities with their friends and family.
Natalie Manley
State Representative
Illinois House of Representatives
State Representative Natalie Manley has been a member of the Illinois House of Representatives since 2013 and represents Illinois’ 98th House District which includes areas of Joliet, Crest Hill, Romeoville, Bolingbrook and Plainfield.
Representative Manley is a Certified Public Accountant, she received a BBA from the University of St. Francis and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership-Public Administration from Lewis University.
Having been in Springfield for eight terms, Representative Manley has served on many of the House committees but in the 104th General Assembly, she serves as the chair on the Health Care Availability & Access committee, and further serves on the Counties & Townships, Ethics & Elections, Financial Institutions & Licensing, Health Care Licenses, and the International Relations, Tourism, & Trade Committees. Representative Manley is part of the House New Democrats Coalition (moderate) caucus and Women’s caucus.