MANHASSET, NEW YORK, APRIL 26, 2021 Dianne L. Bird of Waterdown, Ontario, Canada has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the second quarter of 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of educational administration. Each quarter P.O.W.E.R. chooses four women for their distinction award. These four noteworthy women deserve recognition for their exceptional accomplishments. They go the extra mile to achieve results and create a significant impact in their chosen profession.
ABOUT DIANNE L. BIRD
Dianne Bird retired after more than 30 years in the education field. She was an administrative assistant for McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. She provided administration and general support to the University Advancement Office, the president, and to the six faculties. She also arranged dinners and meetings internationally to promote the University.
When Ms. Bird was going back to work, she decided to start with Kelly Services. This gave her a good variety of jobs and an idea of what was out there. She had about six different jobs. Each was different and gave her more experience in her field. Then Dianne applied for and got the job at McMaster. The university was perfect for her needs. Her areas of expertise were teaching hospital and university advancement. University advancement covered the whole of the university regarding raising funds for areas that were desperately in need. Before she retired, Dianne Bird had raised $4,500,000.
Dianne Bird was recently showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City. Times Square, where the Reuters Billboard is placed, is considered the busiest area in Manhattan with approximately 330,000 people passing through daily, many of them tourists. It is also the hub of the Broadway Theater District and the world’s entertainment industry. Ms. Bird was also awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by P.O.W.E.R. These women are recognized for their achievements, credentials, contributions or longevity in their chosen fields. They are dedicated and have worked hard to reach the pinnacle of their careers. These exceptional women will be highlighted on the powerwoe.com website for life.
Currently, Dianne is active with a local senior center. She is a member of the McMaster University Retirees Association. Through this association, she actively liaises with other retirees. In her retirement, Dianne enjoys reading, is a member of several book clubs, enjoys yoga, volunteering for animal rescue, helping children with special needs, and senior wellness.
Ms. Bird states “If you believe in yourself, others will believe in you”.
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