State Representative Jackie Haas welcomed Angelina Gear and Dr. Melvina Calvin-Edwards for this year’s annual Women to Watch Conference in Springfield, a networking and recognition event put on by the Illinois House Republicans.

“It was an honor to welcome Angelina Gear and Dr. Melvina Calvin-Edwards to the Women to Watch Event,” said Rep. Haas. “Both Angelina and Melvina are incredible leaders who work to make our community a better place. I was immensely proud to bring these two women as representatives of the 79th District.”

Angelina Gear is the Executive Director of Visit Kankakee County, a tourism organization aimed at bringing more visitors to the region. Dr. Melvina Calvin-Edwards was the first African-American sergeant with the Kankakee Police Department. She is an Assistant Professor and the Program Coordinator for the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice programs at Kankakee Community College.

The Women to Watch honorees were invited to Springfield for a one-day conference that included activities at the State Capitol Complex, a networking lunch event, and a panel
discussion.

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