Hello again,

It has been awhile since we have updated our constituents on current happenings with EESN's status and course offerings. Unfortunately many issues have arisen in the past year that caused our founders to place EESN plans on hold. Don't despair, we are back at it again.

We are working diligently to complete the strategic plan to finish out the decade through to the end of 2010.  In the meantime, EESN is seeking to recruit 10 new board members to add to its existing five so that we may extend our areas of competency where needed and eventually branch out into working committees.  This will be important as EESN begins to fill its mission among its various service offerings.  We plan to conduct an open board meeting within the next two months at which prospective board members may attend and submit application.  If you are interested in joining EESN's board of directors, please forward a resume/CV to info@eesn.org with "Board Applicant" in the header.

EESN is still pending its 501c(3) and accreditation status. Funding has been the primary roadblock. Fees associated include a $500 state accreditation fee to offer continuing education units and a $750 federal filing fee for the nonprofit status application.  After other expenses (including legal counsel), EESN only has $400 of these fees.  Donations would be greatly appreciated from anyone interested in supporting our cause.

Additionally, EESN is seeking a temporary location to begin operations.  Physical space needs include: reception area, 2 offices, a meeting room, 1-2 classrooms, 2-5 treatment rooms and a kitchen area.  A shower room and open gym area are also desired but not required.  If you know of a northside space that may fit these criteria (for lease or purchase), please let us know.  Remember, we intend to keep whatever space we eventually make home as green as possible.

If you have ideas for EESN's direction or can provide resources to fill any of these needs, by all means please forward your information to info@eesn.org.  We would also like to hear from you if you are a student or graduate of cosmetology, esthetics or massage therapy and want to stay informed of upcoming class schedules and events.

To your success!