AJM Connection

Rock the Ages was the theme for the morning show that included brunch, trend updates, a fashion show, and live auction packages. The traditional red carpet was replaced with a pink one and women from around the Mobile area joined in the fun as Mobile boutiques showcased the upcoming spring fashions.

That evening, young women from Bayside Academy, UMS-Wright, St. Pauls Episcopal and McGill Toolen produced the Rock the Runway show, AJM's first Dads and Daughters event, that featured a fashion show, a live dj, dessert and exciting auction packages.

AJM raised more than $25,000 and more than 600 people attended the events. You can see pictures and videos from both events at www.ajm.org/about/events/fashion.

AJM is currently working on a grant application for AFLAC and we need to know if we have any volunteers, has beens, or supporters who work for this company. If you work for AFLAC please email emilyann@ajm.org.

Upcoming Events at AJM

The AJM Alumnae Council invites all past participants to join us for a

Junior Miss Reunion
in Chicago

April 17, 2010

Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Visit www.ajm.org/about/ajm_alumnae/reunions for more information.

The AJM Alumnae Council is planning three additional Alumnae Reunions this year: in Mobile, Alabama on Friday, June 25; on the West Coast in August; and in Atlanta in the fall. Please visit www.ajm.org/about/ajm_alumnae/reunions for more info.

Join us for a Taste of AJM Wine Tasting on April 8 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wine Loft in Mobile. Visit www.ajm.org/about/events/wine_tasting for more info.

Don't miss the 53rd AJM National Finals on June 24, 25 & 26, 2010 in Mobile. This year is sure to be a historical event in AJM history.

Connect with the AJM Board

Shea Grandquest grew up in Mobile knowing that he wanted to get involved with AJM. "I have always wanted to be a part of AJM and give my time so that others can benefit," he says. So in 2008, he joined the AJM board of directors.

Since then, he says the most rewarding parts of being acive on the Board are the relatiships with new people and experieces he's had.

Shea earned a BA in Communications from Spring Hill College and is the General Manager of Local 15 News, the NBC affiliate station in Mobile, Alabama. He is married to Heather and together they have three children: Tyler, Payton and Morgan. In their free time they enjoy sailing, going to sporting events and attending Eastern Shore Presbyterian Church. Shea hopes his daughter will participate in the Junior Miss program one day.

Phil Kaiser is the longest serving AJM board member to date. He began officially volunteering on the national board of directors in 1976, but has been involved with the program in various ways since 1960.

Phil graduated from Dartmouth College with a B.S. in Economics and MA in Business before he served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force. He later began work with Mercantile Stores Company in New York City and was sent to Mobile where he became the President of Gayfers department stores and Maison Blanche for 19 years. It was through his employment with Mercantile Stores and Gayfers that Phil became involved with America's Junior Miss.

Now retired, Phil prefers to spend his time with his "new bride," as he lovingly refers to her, travelling, collecting rocks and minerals and playing golf. Phil and Liz both serve in several civic organizations and Phil holds board positions in many of them.

Were You a Junior Miss?

Join the AJM Alumnae Council, a sisterhood of past participants that aims to assist Junior Miss programs and provide networking opportunities for Junior Misses.

Join Us!
Together We Make A Difference!

Find out more at www.ajm.org/about/ajm_alumnae.

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