The document summarizes key lessons and takeaways from various sessions attended by members of the Junior League of Lancaster (JLL) at their annual conference. Several JLL members discuss their favorite sessions and highlight important topics covered like collaborative decision-making, diversity and inclusion, fundraising, financial management, and social media strategies. The conference provided an opportunity for the JLL members to network with other Junior Leagues and gain leadership skills and insights to apply in their local community.
14. Dream The Boldest Dreams “Leadership is about believing one hundred percent in yourself . . . and learning to believe two hundred percent in those you are asking to follow you.”
28. My Year as President-Elect Spring 2010: I traveled to Orlando, FL Fall 2010: I traveled to Portland, OR Spring 2011: I traveled to NYC and Philadelphia 100+ Hours of Leadership Training
29. My Year as President-Elect I met many wonderful women from around the country and world! I learned that being President-Elect is about enjoying the journey of learning! I experienced excellent food!
30. On The Road Again On The Road Again . . . Goin' places that I've never been.Seein' things that I may never see again And I can't wait to get on the road again. - Willie Nelson
33. The United Nations Building New York City, NY The United Nations Association of New York honored The Junior League for its League-based initiatives in fighting against human trafficking.
34. Lunch at the UN Lunch was excellent! This is dessert. UN Chorus sang “Let There Be Peace”
35. We Meet Ruchira Gupta Ruchira Gupta (middle). President of Apne Aap, Emmy winner for her documentary “The Selling of Innocents” and recipient of the Clinton Global Citizen Award for Commitment to Leadership in Civil Society. She and Delly were both honored with a plaque at the luncheon. We also met Keynote Speaker, Vishaka Desai (far right), President and CEO, Asia Society. Like Ruchira, she is a very dynamic lady!
36. The UN Luncheon: My 2nd Reason For Being Excited! Marian Wright Edelman, Founder and President of the Children's Defense Fund Honorary Committee Member of UN Event In 1993, I was asked to read this book written by Marian Wright Edelman, during my undergraduate studies at the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, Alabama).
37. The Measure Of Our Success This book was the foundation of my starting the “Sustainer Spotlight” initiative on our JLL Blog. I was curious what influenced our League Members to experience success.
38. The Measure Of Our Success It was also the inspiration for my surprising my Grandmother in my hometown paper, The Arab Tribune, with a special article about the important role she has played in my success.
39. The Final Picture at the UN There were 40 JL Members present at the UN Luncheon.
42. We Arrive: Philadelphia Train Station Taxi’s lined up outside of the station! We took a taxi to our hotel. Philadelphia has a beautiful train station!
44. Who Did We Meet? AJLI President , Delly Beekman Delly is a wonderful speaker and is so very gracious. She physically gave me her speech (from the podium) when I asked for a copy!
45. Who Did We Meet? Susan Danish, AJLI Executive Director I asked Susan for a picture and she said, “Of Course!” Susan and I have developed a very nice relationship both in person and via e-mail. I always enjoy talking with her.
46. Who Did We Meet? Anne Dalton, Chief Officer for Strategic Initiatives Anne and Martha Ferry, AJLI CFO, chatting before our Plenary: Plans for Transformation
47. Who Did We Meet? Sarah Berthelot, AJLI At-Large Director Bunnie worked directly with Sarah as a member of the AJLI Dues Task Force! Together, with others in 8 different time zones, they held phone conferences.
48. Other JL Presidents & President-Elects Leslie (right) JL President of Longview Texas Actives: 120 Sustainers: 500 Jennifer (left) JL President of Lufkin, TX
52. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Kristina McVey, Lois Jordan, Jean Bednarski, Bunnie Buckwalter, Stacey Wilson The Junior League of Lancaster!!
53. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Amy Hartz, Asst. Treasurer and Lois Jordan, Sustainer Chair The Junior League of Lancaster!!
54. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Lois Jordan and Jean Bednarski The Junior League of Lancaster!!
55. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Jean Bednarski and Amanda Robinson The Junior League of Lancaster!!
56. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Bunnie Buckwalter and Dawn McCabe The Junior League of Lancaster!!
57. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Stacey Wilson, Incoming President and Antonia Pawlson, Membership Asst. Chair The Junior League of Lancaster!!
58. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award Luncheon Noelle Fassnacht, Community Impact VP and Kristina McVey, President-Elect The Junior League of Lancaster!!
59. Delly Beekman is presenting the Mary Harriman Community Award to Mary Shaw Branton. “Shawsie” was very funny, very real and continues to be an active civic leader at the age of 90. Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award
61. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended · Building Good Will, Making Friends and, Yes…Asking for Money · High Performing Partnerships: Creating a Successful President and President-Elect Team · Keeping Teams on Track Kristina McVey, President-Elect
62. Kristina’s Favorite Session Favorite Session “Keeping Teams on Track” Teaching Points We need to discuss and debate, even if it makes meetings longer Debate during meetings actually saves time by helping to avoid “parking lot meetings” after meetings We should always stick to the facts during debate and never make it personal Open debate can ensure that everyone’s ideas are considered Debate can help keep us focused on the mission Bottom line: If something does not support our mission, it does not need to happen Dr. Mimi Hull, President, Hull & Associates
63. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended - The Founder: Leading Through Creating an Organization - Collaborative Decision-Making - Keeping Teams on Track Noelle Fassnacht, Community Impact VP
64. Noelle’s Favorite Session Favorite Session “The Collaborative Decision-Making” Teaching Points The Junior League gives you the training and strength to go out into our communities and make a difference. Women leaders are goal-oriented Women leaders know how to communicate effectively Women leaders display high emotional intelligence Women leaders know how to delegate See challenges as opportunities and learn how to overcome them. - Pam Newby, Executive Director & Co-Founder Special Care, Inc, Past AJLI President, JL of Oklahoma City, OK - Dee Dickinson, CEO & Founder Horizons Learning, JL of Seattle, WA
65. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Social Media 201: Advanced Tips & Strategies * Social Media 301: Beyond Facebook, Twitter and YouTube * Keeping Teams on Track Amanda Robinson, Communications Committee
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67. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Collaborative Decision-Making * Leadership for a New Nominating Paradigm * High Performing Partnerships Creating a Successful President and President-Elect Team Danielle Magee, Nominating Asst. Chair
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69. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Collaborative Decision-Making * Keeping Teams on Track * Risk Management Amy Hartz Asst. Treasurer
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71. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Building Good will, Making Friends and Yes...Asking for Money * Collaborative Decision - Making * Risk Management Dawn McCabe Fund Development Asst. Chair
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73. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Collaborative Decision-Making * Diversity and Inclusion- Strategies for Strengthening Membership Satisfaction and Retention * Social Media 301- Beyond Facebook, Twitter and Youtube Antonia Pawlson Membership Development Asst. Chair
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75. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * The Founder: Leading Through Creating an Organization * Collaborative Decision-Making * AJLI Opportunities Lois Jordan JLL Sustainer Chair
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78. So What Did We Learn? Sessions Attended * Parliamentary Procedure: Learning the Ropes * Keeping Teams on Track * Risk Management Bunnie Buckwalter JLL Sustainer & AJLI Dues Task Force Member
88. We Are The On The Road Again . . . Goin' places that I've never been.Seein' things that I may never see again And I can't wait to get on the road again. - Willie Nelson
Notes de l'éditeur
Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn are co-authors of Half the Sky. Kristof writes an Op-Ed column for The New York Times. WuDunn is an investment advisor, with a focus on philanthropy. Together, they won a Pulitzer Prize for their coverage of China. They have also won a George Polk Award and an Overseas Press Club Award.
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