Leadership

SHIRLEY SADLER OF OHIO NFRW PRESIDENT E-mail:   Download print version of Shirley Sadler's biography [PDF, 1 page]   Download a high-resolution, color image of Shirley Sadler (Right-click on link and select "SAVE PICTURE AS.")

Shirley Sadler was elected NFRW President at the 34th Biennial Convention in Palm Springs, Calif., and assumed the position in January 2008.

She also has held the positions of 1st, 2nd and 4th vice presidents, and director of Regions II, III and V. She has served on numerous NFRW committees, including Resolutions, Public Relations, Fundraising, Finance and Budget, and Survey and Research.

At the state level, Sadler served two terms as president of the Ohio FRW, as well as 1st vice president, legislative chair and on the Public Relations, Fundraising and Membership committees. In addition, she was honored at Ohio FRW’s Tribute to Women.

In Warren County, Ohio, Sadler served as president of Warren County RW, as county chairwoman and as a member of the central and executive committees. She has worked on numerous campaigns and has served as a poll worker, headquarters volunteer and on many committees for the county party.

Sadler owns and operates Firethorn Farm and is a nationally accredited master flower show judge. Her community activities are many and varied, and include serving two terms as president of Garden Club of Ohio, president of Warren County Women's Charity Organization and vice president of Warren County Farm Bureau. She is an elected member and past president of Warren County Fair Board; was an elected member of Warren County Agricultural Society and served on the executive committee; and founded Earthworms Youth Club. In addition, she has served as state president of Ohio Judges Council (floral design and horticulture).