Thursday, May 10, 2012

ENDORSEMENTS



Endorsements for Elaine Ocasio as the next IBEW Local 45 Business Manager.

My name is Dave Mumby and I was the Union Steward at KCAL-TV from 1999-2002.
I was also a member of the Naval Reserve and was called back to active duty because of 9-11.
Elaine Ocasio stepped up to the plate and took over the Steward position where she has set the standard in regards to Union Leadership that is second to none.
Elaine has established a proven track record success in resolving both individual as well as station wide issues.  Her good judgment and excellent negotiating skills are respected by both staff and management.  She has been a true advocate for the rights of the bargaining unit under each successive contract.  
Elaine Ocasio has the experience and ability to guide Local 45 into the unexpected future of Broadcast Television.  She has been at the leading edge of the changes in technology that has and will continue to impact our membership.
Elaine has been involved in many facets of Union Leadership.  She has served on The Executive Board and on several Contract Negotiating Teams.   In addition, Elaine was recently selected to be Chief Steward for KCBS/KCAL-TV.
Elaine’s experience and dedication to her union brothers and sisters and her stellar negotiating skills make her the ideal candidate for the next IBEW Local 45 Business Manager.
AWCM David R. Mumby, USN (RET) as of  01 June 2012.
 Maintenance Engineer





 
I support Elaine Ocasio for Business Manager of Local 45.  Elaine has always been available to listen to whatever union concerns I have.  She has strong leadership qualities.  She will fight for what is needed and protect what has already been fought for.  She does not back down.
In theses times when the company is trying to get what they can from the union, we need change.
We need an intelligent person who will not easily admit defeat in spite of difficulties or opposition.
Elaine has all the qualities we need in a Business Manager:  Loyalty to the membership, compassion to listen to all concerns and the drive to act immediately.
Janet Travis  KCBS/KCAL Freelance Technician



Elaine Ocasio worked tirelessly for our in-house union at KCOP-TV.  Her efforts far surpassed her duties as union treasurer.  She was instrumental in organizing for our election to join IATSE.  Afterward, she continued her service for the union as a steward. 
Elaine’s dedication and intelligence would definitely
be an asset to Local 45 as Business Manager.
Jim Neuhausen
Avid Supervisor CBS-TV City
 


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