Kiwanis International Convention Program (New Orleans 2012)

97TH ANNUAL KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

Official
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Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome
Kiwanis International president 2
Host committee chairman 3

Fast facts 4

Standing Rules for the House of Delegates 8

Schedule 12

SLP events 50

Future convention dates 52

General sessions programming 53

Kiwanis International Board of Trustees 56

Kiwanis International Foundation Board of Trustees 58

Regional leaders 60

Service Leadership Program presidents 60

District governors 61

Past presidents committee 64

2009–10 distinguished districts 65

Kiwanis International committee chairmen 66

Official convention hotels 67

Host committee 68

Workshop evaluation forms 71

Map 85

Notes 87

Welcome
MY FELLOW KIWANIANS AND GUESTS,
On behalf of the Kiwanis International Board of Trustees, welcome to New
Orleans and the 2012 Kiwanis International Convention! Also, welcome to
Circle K International and Aktion Club members who are joining us as we
celebrate our many efforts for children, families and communities around
the world.
We have a lot of exciting workshops and events planned for you, including
motivational speakers Sean and Leigh Tuohy, and James Carville and Mary
Matalin. And there will be plenty of time to experience the unique sounds
and tastes that makes the “Big Easy” a top destination.
This year, we’re also celebrating the 25th anniversary of women in Kiwanis.
Plan to attend the workshops and other special events throughout the
week where we will be highlighting our
female trailblazers.
I hope you’ll join us for our Legends
concert featuring New Orleans natives
and Grammy-award winners Branford
Marsalis and Aaron Neville.
Thank you for your service
to children, families and
communities around
the globe.

Alan Penn
President, Kiwanis International

Alan & Jeri Penn

WELCOME, Y’ALL
Welcome to New Orleans! Now that you’re here, I don’t
have to tell you how wonderful this city really is—you’re
seeing it for yourself.

And that’s just what you should do. Get out and have a
look around. See what we have to offer. You’ve heard all
about the food, the architecture, the music. Well, guess
what: it’s all true.

The saying around these parts is, “We’re jazzed you’re
here.” And we are. Truly. So get out there and live it up.
It’s New Orleans! It’s my city. It’s your city. And we’re
gonna have fun.

Joe L. Pratt
Host committee chairman

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Fast facts
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

NEW THIS YEAR
Themes
Every day, a theme guides programming, as follows:
Wednesday: Club and district foundations
Thursday: Children and service to children
Friday: Administration and governance
Saturday: Women in Kiwanis
Tracks
Kiwanis International is offering seven tracks for the convention workshops:
membership, Service Leadership Programs, leadership education, branded programs
and partnerships, online resources, Foundation/The Eliminate Project and communi-
cations. Members can choose to attend workshops within the same track or decide to
pick and choose among any of the workshops. (See pg. 11 for detailed information on
track topics.)
Personal convention schedule
Members may create their own customized convention schedules online at
www.KiwanisOne.org/myschedule. Log in using your KiwanisOne
email and password. First-time users will be given an option to register. You may
complete your online schedule on site in the registration area.
Kiwanis-family events
This year, Kiwanis International holds its convention concurrently with these other
Kiwanis-family events (see pages 50–51 for schedules):
Circle K International Large Scale Service Project, June 24–27
Circle K International convention, June 27–July 1
Aktion Club Training and Leadership Conference, June 27– 30
Circle K International and Key Club alumni event, June 29–30
Your convention, conference or event registration (Kiwanis, CKI, Aktion Club, alumni) allows
you access to Kiwanis International workshops and sessions, CKI workshops and sessions,
the Aktion Club Training and Leadership Conference and the alumni event. Some meals or
functions can only be attended by ticket holders. You also have access to the Kiwanis family
exhibit hall. Please allow the members of the organization attending their own events to take
their seats first. If space allows, others may be seated.

Badges
To participate in Kiwanis, CKI and Aktion Club events—including exhibits, forums,
workshops and sessions—all attendees must wear a convention name badge. The
only exceptions are the ticket-only events where admission is at an additional cost.

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Delegate certification (credentials)
All clubs in good standing are entitled to two delegates and two alternates, each
of whom must be certified in advance. The delegate certification desk is located in
Hall B and is open during registration hours. No delegate may receive credentials to
represent a club that is past due in its financial obligations to Kiwanis International.

Twitter convention hashtag
Make the most of convention. Search the hashtag #KI2012 and join the conversation
on Twitter. For official updates, follow @Kiwanis.

Exhibit hall
The exhibit hall is the hub for all convention activities. This year, the space is shared
by Kiwanis, CKI and Aktion Club. You’ll find exhibitors, the Kiwanis Family Store, the
booths for the Kiwanis International Foundation and The Eliminate Project, the CKI
service fair, the Aktion Club service fair, the Kiwanis service fair, the Kiwanis family
lounge (aka, Cajun Kids Korner) and more. The exhibit hall is located inside Hall B.
(See page 12 for hours.)

Service projects in the exhibit hall
Kiwanians will have the opportunity to participate in service projects in the exhibit
hall during the course of the convention.
Ceiling tiles painting: Come decorate ceiling tiles with animal designs or scenes. The
tiles will be donated to the Children’s Hospital in New Orleans.
“Love Knot” blanket project: Join other Kiwanians in the Family Lounge and help
create 100 no-sew blankets that will be donated to local charities in New Orleans for
children in shelters. This service project was started by First Lady Jeri Penn.

Guest information
Are you a registered guest at the Kiwanis International convention? Need ideas on
what to do? As a paid guest, you have full access to all convention workshops and
forums, the Kiwanis Family Store, exhibit hall and sessions. Registered Kiwanians and
guests can purchase tickets to special events and book an official Kiwanis tour at the
tours information desk in Hall B. Ask the registration desk about available tickets.
NOTE: Each paid Kiwanian convention attendee also receives a one-day free pass in
their registration packet that allows a friend or family member to enter the exhibit
hall for one day at no cost. Guests of Kiwanians who do not wish to register for
convention are encouraged to participate in official Kiwanis tours.
Family lounge
Located in the exhibit hall, the Kiwanis family lounge (aka, Cajun Kids Korner)
is a place for children of all ages, along with their parent or guardian, to sit down,
relax, play games and socialize.

Information desk
Stop by the information desk in the lobby with your questions about convention
activities, area attractions and more.

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Fast facts
The Kiwanis Experience
Located inside the exhibit hall, The Kiwanis Experience is the place to find answers
to your questions about Kiwanis. Gather information about membership, Service
Leadership Programs and more.

Registration
The registration and service desks are located inside Hall B of the New Orleans
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. (See page 12 for hours.)

Ribbons
Delegate ribbons have been placed in the registration packets for those who
preregistered as delegates. Find the ribbons booth inside the exhibit hall to pick up
First Timer and other fun ribbons to add to your convention name badge. A small
donation to The Eliminate Project is appreciated. The Kiwanis International Foundation
also distributes various recognition ribbons—such as George F. Hixson Fellowship,
life member or Heritage Society—at its booth in the exhibit hall.

Tours and tourism
Kiwanis’ travel partner USA Hosts is offering 11 official tours in and around
New Orleans exclusively for Kiwanis-family members and their guests. Stop
by the tours booth in the registration area for more information.

Interpretation
Simultaneous interpretation into French will be offered during opening,
business and closing sessions. Equipment rental is free. See rental guidelines
at the simultaneous equipment rental booth located in the registration area,
starting Thursday, June 28 at noon.

Scooters and wheelchairs
Scooter and wheelchair rentals are available through Scootaround. Please make
reservations at 1-888-441-7575.

Shuttle service
For your convenience, Kiwanis International will provide free shuttle-bus service
between official convention hotels and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention
Center. Shuttles will operate on a continuous loop between official hotels and the
convention center during official functions.

Opening reception: Celebrating 25 Years of Women in Kiwanis
Visit the exhibit hall inside the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on
Wednesday, June 27 from 4–6 p.m. for the opening reception celebrating 25 years of
women in Kiwanis. Stop by the Women in Kiwanis booth to learn more. Be sure to visit the
other booths in the hall, including Service and All That Jazz, an area where club and dis-
trict displays showcase service and fundraising projects. Don’t miss Circle K International,
Aktion Club and K-Kids displays as well. Light snacks and beverages will be available.

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get your GEAR
while you’re HERE
COOL
NEW
ITEMS

SHOW Stock up on new Kiwanis merchandise!
YOUR Shop at the Kiwanis Family Store in the exhibit hall.
PRIDE Already burn through your pocket money? Order
online when you get back home.

See what’s new at
www.kiwanis.org/store.

Rules
STANDING RULES FOR THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES
RULE 1 all other delegates who desire to speak
The official language of this convention on the topic have spoken.
shall be English. Simultaneous interpreta- RULE 8
tions may be made available, as desig-
nated in the official program. The maker of a motion shall be entitled
to speak first in support of such motion
RULE 2 or may immediately yield the floor to
Only delegates with official delegate another delegate.
badges may present or speak on motions RULE 9
and vote.
Microphones shall be designated by
RULE 3 number. Speakers for the main motion
Only delegates may be seated in the area shall use the odd-numbered micro-
designated for delegates. phones, and speakers against the main
motion shall use the even-numbered mi-
RULE 4 crophones. The chairman will recognize
The House of Delegates shall allow microphones in rotating order. Debate on
delegates to leave and re-enter; however, each issue will begin at Microphone One
individual electronic voting units shall and alternate between those speaking for
not leave the House. Delegates leaving and those speaking against a motion.
the House early must surrender voting RULE 10
units to an elections committee volunteer
at the pass-out door; voting units will A delegate shall not speak for or against a
be returned to delegates upon re-entry motion and move to close debate on the
to the House. In no case will a delegate same recognition.
be allowed to cast a ballot for any votes RULE 11
conducted in his/her absence.
An assistant sergeant-at-arms shall be
RULE 5 positioned at each microphone to relay
Any main motion or amendment shall be to the chair priority motions, such as a
written in English, signed by the maker point of order, a point of information, etc.
and seconder, and presented to the Any microphone may be used to make
executive director or designee before it is priority or secondary motions.
moved. RULE 12
RULE 6 Debate on main motions (i.e., any resolu-
No delegate may speak in debate more tion or proposed amendment to the
than three (3) minutes at a time unless bylaws) shall be limited to 15 minutes,
allowed to do so by a majority vote of the at which time the vote shall be taken on
delegates. the resolution or amendment, unless the
House, by a majority vote, orders debate
RULE 7 to be extended. Debate on debatable
No delegate may address the assembly a secondary motions from the floor, such as
second time on the same question until amendments or motions to refer, shall be
limited to five (5) minutes, which shall not
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apply to the 15-minute limit on debate RULE 17
on the main motion. Debate may be Candidates for the office of International
closed by a two-thirds (2/3) vote on any trustee shall have a nomination, the
immediately pending motion or series of content of which shall include only:
motions at any time. a. he nominator’s name and club;
T
RULE 13 b. he name of the candidate and the
T
If the submitting body wishes to with- office the candidate is seeking.
draw a motion after the motion has been Each candidate shall have up to three (3)
moved and seconded, the House, by a minutes to personally address the House
majority vote, may grant permission for of Delegates.
withdrawal.
RULE 18
RULE 14 Candidates whose remarks require inter-
If the first session of the House of Del- pretation shall be allowed no more than
egates is a morning session, it shall be twice the normal time limit for the pre-
adjourned at or near noon. Subject to the sentation of their remarks and interpreta-
discretion of the chairman, no proposed tion combined. Candidates must provide
amendment to the bylaws shall be intro- their own interpreters.
duced later than 15 minutes before the
scheduled adjournment of any morning RULE 19
or afternoon session. Any candidate who is unopposed for
office may be elected by a voice vote.
RULE 15
Candidates for the offices of Kiwanis In- RULE 20
ternational president and president-elect Any of the above rules may be suspended
may have one (1) nominating speech not by a two-thirds (2/3) vote.
to exceed three (3) minutes and a second-
ing speech not to exceed one (1) minute. RULE 21
Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised
RULE 16 shall be the parliamentary authority for
Candidates for the office of Kiwanis all matters of procedure not specifically
International vice president shall have a covered by the bylaws of Kiwanis Interna-
nomination not to exceed one (1) minute, tional and these standing rules.
and each candidate shall have up to five
(5) minutes to personally address the RULE 22
House of Delegates. In the event of a The Kiwanis International Board and staff
run-off election, each of the candidates are authorized to make nonsubstantive
involved shall return to the stage before corrections that may be necessary as a
the second ballot to present remarks not result of adopting bylaw amendments
to exceed two (2) minutes. that cause unintentional conflicts or
inconsistencies in terminology, grammar,
numbering, cross-references, etc.

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Vancouver
Spectacular by nature.
TM

Get a view of Vancouver in New Orleans. Visit our
booth for the 2013 Kiwanis International convention.
You can even register for next year’s event!
And don’t miss drawings for cool prizes you can
redeem in Vancouver.
www.KiwanisOne.org/vancouver

June 27–30

All about tracks
2012 workshop track descriptions
Branded
Programs and Partnerships
FOCUS: Kiwanis programs for the younger age groups and the partners
that work with us to make a difference

Communications

FOCUS: Best practices for photography, social media and marketing;
and preparing for our 100th anniversary

Foundation/The
Eliminate Project
FOCUS: Technical and general information for your local foundation
as well as the Kiwanis International Foundation. Current efforts related
to The Eliminate Project, including fundraising and education

Leadership
Education
FOCUS: General topics with application to both life and Kiwanis

embership
M
FOCUS: The club and the club experience, including unique club types
and intentionally planning for success

nline
O Resources
FOCUS: All about online reporting, creating your own website,
using the Kiwanis member website and more

Service
Leadership Programs
FOCUS: The programs offered by Kiwanis and trends in schools
that impact our clubs and communities

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Schedule
CONVENTION SERVICES
SCHEDULE

Registration desk
LOCATION Hall B
HOURS Wednesday 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday 7 a.m.–2 p.m.

Delegate certification
LOCATION Hall B
Saturday Closed

Kiwanis Family Store
LOCATION Inside exhibit hall, Hall B

Exhibit hall
LOCATION Hall B
HOURS Wednesday 12–6 p.m.

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WEDNESDAY Fill out this at-a-glance

at-a-glance
program with your work-
shop choices. You may tear
it out and take it with you!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27
9–10 a.m.
Sergeant-at-arms meeting
235
4–6 p.m. Opening reception: Celebrating 25 Years
Exhibit hall of Women in Kiwanis
Workshops forums
Time: ____________ I’m attending _____________________________________

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

MY EVENING PLANS:

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WEDNESDAY
WORKSHOPS FORUMS

SCHEDULE
District growth team training
The following four ticketed, free sessions will introduce new resources, best practices
and idea-sharing related to new club building, marketing and public relations and club
counseling. Expect to walk away with renewed excitement toward supporting new and
existing Kiwanis clubs. Please choose one morning session and one afternoon session.

9 a.m.–noon MORNING SESSION A: Best practices for growth
207 Presented by Paul Palazzolo, growth committee chairman;
Marcela Llinás, area director
If you have experience in building successful Kiwanis clubs and/or
counseling clubs, come share your best practices and learn ideas from
others on how to ignite growth in your area, as well as how to make
growth initiatives more effective.
9 a.m.–noon MORNING SESSION B: New club building
206 Presented by Earl Forbes, area director
One of the greatest services Kiwanis members can provide is to help
open a new club. New clubs expand Kiwanis service into more com-
munities. This session offers basic orientation for opening new clubs
with focused training for club builders, club counselors and sponsoring
Kiwanis clubs. Learn the seven steps to effectively starting a new club
and become familiar with the latest tools and resources available.
1–4 p.m. AFTERNOON SESSION A: Club counselor training
206 Presented by Rhonda Vrell, area director; Earl Forbes, area director
Help Wanted! New clubs looking for a strong start, existing clubs
seeking a revitalizing boost—we need you. Come learn about the
NEW tools and how to use them to build strong new clubs and
strengthen existing ones. Multiply your time of service by helping
others give more.
1–4 p.m. AFTERNOON SESSION B:
207 Marketing and public relations
Presented by Stephanie Ursini, area director; Jo Lynn Garing,
public relations
No matter where you live in the Kiwanis world, marketing and
promoting your club has never been so important—or fun, easy and
effective. By using new media and new communication tools to raise
Kiwanis’ profile in the public eye, your club will have standing room
only and your members will have more time for projects that are
making a difference in your community and the world.

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WEDNESDAY
9 a.m.–4 p.m. Lieutenant governor education
SCHEDULE

220–221 Presented by Vicki Frucci, education chairman, Pacific Northwest District;
Roy Hedeen, area director; Lanton Lee, area director (free ticketed event)
You were chosen. You accepted. We need you. Being a lieutenant
governor is an awesome opportunity and responsibility. Attending
this session will give you the tools and resources to lead, develop
and grow your divisions for a year of excellence.

1–4 p.m. Effective sponsorship:
225–227 What does sponsoring an SLP really mean?
Presented by John Shertzer, chief programs officer
Thousands of Kiwanis clubs sponsor one or more Service Leadership
Program, including K-Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, Circle K and Aktion
Club. By taking on these endeavors, Kiwanis sponsors have made a
commitment to enrich the lives of young people and adults through
the vehicle of a service club experience. “Commitment” is the key word.
This session will explore what a fully committed and effective sponsor-
ing Kiwanis club does, and what going above and beyond really means.
Whether you are currently doing the minimum or are fully involved (or
do not sponsor at all), this session will provide benchmarks for truly
effective SLP sponsorship.

1–5 p.m. Club Leadership Education
Choose room Excited about your upcoming year as a club officer? Want to lead
208, 209, 211, your club to greatness? Come and learn how to create an excellent
212 or 213 membership experience and become a stronger, more prominent
club in your community.

Branded Programs and Partnerships Membership
KEY TO Communications Online Resources
TRACK Foundation/ The Eliminate Project Service Leadership Programs
SYMBOLS Leadership Education

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WEDNESDAY
1–5 p.m. Kiwanis foundations conference

SCHEDULE
217–218 Presented by Ann Updegraff Spleth, chief operating officer,
Kiwanis International Foundation
Kiwanis has many generous members who have, over the years,
created multiple club and district foundations. The purpose of the
Kiwanis foundations conference is to gather as many of us as possible
to hear presentations, share information and celebrate the breadth of
Kiwanis’ philanthropy across the globe. We can learn from one another
and from a panel of experts how to strengthen our work even more.
If all Kiwanis foundations “do the right things right,” operationally and
in building strong relationships with their donors, Kiwanis will be a
greater philanthropic force. Your Kiwanis International Foundation
invites you to its inaugural, interactive dialogue on the changing face
of philanthropy, the evolution of donor expectations, and governance
and operational challenges affecting all foundations. This is a free,
but ticketed, event.
3–4 p.m. Eliminate Project fundraising campaign team rally
La Nouvelle The Eliminate Project Spirit Rally is a team meeting of the appointed
Orleans members of The Eliminate Project campaign team. This is the first
Ballroom opportunity the campaign team of 9,000 will have the opportunity
to come together to be with their fellow teammates and celebrate
our mission to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus.
By invitation only.

Meet
Richard Simmons
America’s favorite fitness guru is back in his hometown!
Meet the man who started out selling pralines in the
Quarter and ended up helping humanity lose more
than 3 million pounds.
Thursday 10–11:30 a.m.

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Have you been wondering what’s up with the
young leaders in Circle K International? Now’s
your chance to find out. CKI students will take
part in convention‑opening ceremonies and
several other events. Check the CKI convention
schedule in this program for details.

Learn more about Circle K International—the
next generation of Kiwanis-family leaders.

www.circlek.org

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WELCOME
THURSDAY Fill out this at-a-glance

at-a-glance

THURSDAY, JUNE 28
6 a.m.
The Aquarium The Eliminate Project Walk (ticketed event)
of the Americas
8–9 a.m.
237
9–10 a.m. Governors and their partners meet
240–241 with the president (by invitation only)
9–10:30 a.m. Governors-elect and their partners meet
223 with the president-elect (by invitation only)
10–11:30 a.m.
Richard Simmons meet-and-greet
Exhibit hall
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
La Nouvelle Foundation Honors Luncheon (ticketed event)
Orleans Ballroom
Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________
2 p.m. Opening session
Halls CD See page 53 for schedule.
MY EVENING PLANS:

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This is where
the Aktion is.

This year in New Orleans, the Kiwanis International convention will share its
quarters with Aktion Club’s Training and Leadership Conference. So be sure
to say hello to Aktion Club members while you’re here.

For adults with disabilities, Aktion Club is an
opportunity to develop initiative, enhance
leadership skills and serve communities.
Now you have an opportunity to learn
more about the program!

www.aktionclub.org

THURSDAY
MEETINGS EVENTS

SCHEDULE
6 a.m. The Eliminate Project Walk (ticketed event)
The Aquarium Join members of the Kiwanis family and Circle K International
of the Americas and Key Club alumni as they walk along the Mississippi River in
New Orleans to raise awareness of the campaign to eliminate
maternal and neonatal tetanus from the world. Registration
starts at 6 a.m, walk at 6:15 a.m.
8–9 a.m.
222
9–10 a.m. Governors and their partners meet
240–241 with the president (by invitation only)
9–10:30 a.m. Governors-elect and their partners meet
223 with the president-elect (by invitation only)
10–11:30 a.m.
Richard Simmons meet-and-greet
Exhibit hall
11:45 a.m.–
1:15 p.m.
Foundation Honors luncheon (ticketed event)
La Nouvelle
Orleans Ballroom
2 p.m. Opening session
WORKSHOPS FORUMS
9–10 a.m. Kiwanis International preferred charities panel
203–205 Moderated by Pam Norman, director of corporate relations; Panelists
include Perry Cooper, vice president federal grants, Boys Girls Clubs of
America; Steve Sawyer, membership specialist, Boys Scouts of America;
Gwen Carmon, director of volunteer initiatives, March of Dimes; Cindee
Starkie, director, corporate partnerships, Children’s Miracle Network
Hospitals
Partnerships are vital to successful projects. Learn how you can keep
your club connected to its community by working with the official
preferred charities. Partnership experts will offer an overview of
their organization and be able to answer your questions.


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THURSDAY
9–10 a.m. Using the research-validated Abecedarian Approach
to support Young Children: Priority One
SCHEDULE

217–219
Presented by Professor Joseph Sparling, The University of Melbourne,
Australia
Learn about longitudinal research showing that the Abecedarian
Approach, used in the first five years of life, improves school achieve-
ment and university attendance for at-risk children. See short videos
and participate in role plays of the three adult-child interaction strat-
egies that compose the approach: Learning Games, Conversational
Reading and Enriched Caregiving. Discuss how these strategies may
be used to implement Kiwanis’ Young Children: Priority One.
9–10 a.m. Kiwanis International’s 100th anniversary
225–227 Presented by Joe Corace, 100th anniversary task force member
Kiwanis celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2015, and there is
much to prepare! Come learn how you can help commemorate
this important event in our history and be sure to share your
ideas during a dynamic brainstorming session.
9–10 a.m. The Eliminate Project—Be part of the team:
238–239 Club coordinator recruitment and orientation
Presented by campaign leaders who successfully recruited and trained
other volunteer leaders for The Eliminate Project
The Eliminate Project’s success depends on its team of 9,000
campaign volunteers! Campaign leaders, come and learn practical
tools and tips to help recruit your club coordinators. Are you already
a club coordinator? Presenters will explore the importance of your
role, in addition to how you can plan, lead and customize your
club’s fundraising activities to maximize your success.
9–10 a.m. Understanding the Kiwanis International Foundation
235–236 Presented by Hugh Siggins, president, Kiwanis International Foundation;
Peter Mancuso, president-elect, Kiwanis International Foundation
What is your Kiwanis International Foundation? What does it do?
What is the impact of my gift to the foundation? Can my club apply
for a grant to support one of our service projects? How is the founda-
tion held accountable? A panel of foundation trustees will give an
overview of the philanthropic arm of our organization. You will have
an opportunity to ask questions and to interact with panelists and
other attendees.

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THURSDAY
9–11:30 a.m. Achieving Club Excellence

SCHEDULE
Choose any one Learn a dynamic process your club should follow to remain viable in
of the following today’s culture and to attract and keep members. In this workshop,
rooms: 206, 207, club members learn how to explore new approaches to increase
208, 209, 210, service and apply new strategies for membership growth. A free,
215–216, 220, ticketed event.
221

9–10 a.m. Bridging the generation gap
231–232 Presented by Sue Petrisin, trustee, Kiwanis International
For the first time in history, there are four different generations
working and volunteering side by side. Learn what makes the
generations different and how they are alike. Discover how we
can come together to utilize our strengths to build stronger
communities for the future.
9–10 a.m. Creating a club website using KiwanisOne
242 Presented by Scott Smith, chief technology officer
Learn how to build a professional-looking, Kiwanis-branded club
website using the KiwanisOne Club Management System (available
by subscription). This onscreen demo will walk you through the easy
steps used to create and maintain a club website that provides all the
details your club leaders and members need and expect. Present a
great public face to prospective members and partners! Show-and-
tell will include the latest improvements and additions to the system.
9–10 a.m. What’s new in schools—Guidelines and trends
211–213 that affect school-based SLPs
Presented by a panel of school teachers and administrators
Moderated by Lisa Pyron, elementary school programs specialist
The state of education is a big topic across the world. Budget
cuts, teacher layoffs, standardized tests and aging facilities are just
a few of the issues we read about every day. In the midst of those
challenges, there are still some fantastic achievements and innova-
tive approaches (including the programs we sponsor as Kiwanis).
This session will help identify the trends and changes that can most
affect our work with schools. Understanding these issues will help
you serve your school better.


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THURSDAY
9–10 a.m. Aktion Club: A decade of success and a future
of opportunity
SCHEDULE

224
Presented by Stuart McCormack, Aktion Club administrator; Jack Hil-
born, chairman, International Committee on Aktion Club; Katie Griffin,
Aktion Club specialist
Kiwanis International made history 10 years ago by creating the
first-ever international service club for adults who live with a dis-
ability: Aktion Club. A decade later, and now with more than 10,000
members, it is one of the fastest-growing Kiwanis initiatives. Come
learn more about the history and growth of this program, as well
as future plans for taking Aktion Club to the next level. Aktion Club
members, staff and volunteers will share their reflections and ideas,
as well as answer your questions.
9–10 a.m. Meeting for governor-elect candidates
222 Presented by Gunter Gasser, vice president, Kiwanis International
Candidates for the office of governor-elect in 2012, along with their
partners, are encouraged to attend this informative meeting. Learn
what the position entails, what commitment is required and your
next steps as a candidate.
9–11:30 a.m. Amendments and resolutions
243–245 Presented by Paul Palazzolo, chairman, International Committee on
Resolutions and Bylaws; Nettles Brown, chairman, Task Force on
Governing Documents; Dr. Barry Glazer, parliamentarian
Be prepared to cast your vote: Get answers to questions about the
amendments to be presented to Friday’s House of Delegates and
learn the process to follow.

10:30–11:30 a.m. Sponsorship insights
include Russ Dunman, president-elect, Kiwanis Club of Montgomery, AL;
John Bromilow, governor, Australia District; Henry Jimenez, president,
Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, FL
Event sponsorship brings an exciting opportunity to increase
club fundraising revenue. Learn from the experts as Kiwanis club
members with signature fundraising events share insights for
identifying sponsors, ensuring sponsorship activation and
fulfillment and maintaining relationships with sponsors.
10:30–11:30 a.m. Put Kiwanis One Day to work for your club
211–213 Presented by Jo Lynn Garing, public relations
Join a lively discussion and find unique ways to ensure your Kiwanis
One Day project has the most impact. You’ll hear ideas and best
practices from successful projects. Come ready to learn!
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THURSDAY
10:30–11:30 a.m. Photography best practices

SCHEDULE
222 Presented by Jack Brockley, publisher, Kiwanis Magazine
Boost your club’s reputation by learning to take photos that
tell your club’s story. Learn artistic techniques that turn average
snapshots into eye-catching photographs. Understand the
difference between ho-hum group pictures and inspiring images.
Take the type of photos news media editors prefer.

10:30–11:30 a.m. Social media matters
240–241 Presented by Alyson Gerwe, member, Cincinnati Kiwanis Club
Social media is here to stay, so let’s learn how to take advantage of
the opportunities that are unique to this new medium. If you’re just
getting started on Facebook or Twitter, this forum is designed for you.

10:30–11:30 a.m. The Eliminate Project—firsthand field experiences
238–239 and Model Club campaign success
Presented by a participant from either the Sierra Leone or the Philippines
field visits and members of successful Model Clubs
Kiwanis donors who have experienced the human impact of The
Eliminate Project firsthand will share their personal stories from the
field. Throughout the Kiwanis world, clubs are stepping up as Model
Clubs in support of The Eliminate Project. Presenters from successful
Model Clubs will share their tips and tools to help you secure a Model
Club pledge from your club leaders or accelerate fundraising in order
to fulfill the club’s pledge.

10:30–11:30 a.m. 10 simple steps to make a positive impact
217–219 in your life and the world
Presented by Jenny Craig, LCSW, BCD
Take a journey into your mind and body to discover the ten steps
needed to make positive changes in your life. In terms anyone can
understand, clinical therapist Jenny Craig will explain the latest
neurological and psychological secrets to help increase positive
attitude in your daily life and how to teach others to do the same.


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THURSDAY
10:30–11:30 a.m. Find what you are looking for on KiwanisOne.org
SCHEDULE

Kiwanis.org and KiwanisOne.org websites are full of helpful
information. Join us for a tour of both sites to learn where and
how to best find the files or tools you’re looking for.
10:30–11:30 a.m. Working with a virtual club
224 Presented by Leroy Martin, member, all Ohio eMedina Kiwanis Club; Tom
Crawford, president, all Ohio eMedina Kiwanis Club
The internet and different online platforms have allowed for Kiwanis
clubs to meet and exist online. By learning how these clubs function,
you may realize there are advantages to this up-and-coming club
format your club may consider. Learn from members of an internet
club how they meet, interact, serve their community and “do Kiwanis”
in an online environment.
10:30–11:30 a.m. FLIP your club
225–227 Presented by Mae Nardone, past lieutenant governor, Texas-Oklahoma
District
F is for Fun, L is for Learning, I is for Interesting and P is for Planning.
Add them up and you get FLIP – FLIP your club, that is. Learn ways
to renew your club—or go for an extreme makeover. Invite other
members of your club to attend so you can all bring back exciting
ideas to implement in your club right away.
10:30–11:30 a.m. Meet the presidents! Conversation with the leaders
231–232 of Key Club and Circle K International
Presented by Annie Lewandowski, president, Key Club International;
Steven Spriggs, president, Circle K International
Moderated by Michael Downs, Key Club manager
Come enjoy time with the presidents of Key Club and Circle K
International, who are presiding over organizations that have
never been more successful. They will each bring an update of
their respective organizations and share insights into what they
wish Kiwanians would do to support the programs. This is your
chance to learn what makes Key Club and Circle K successful,
from the student experts’ point of view.


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THURSDAY
10:30–11:30 a.m. Service Leadership Programs:
Not just for schools anymore

SCHEDULE
214
Presented by Vanessa McClary, K-Kids and Builders Club administrator,
Indiana District
Community-based SLPs are a growing phenomenon, and a big part
of the future for these clubs and programs. Key Clubs in community
centers, K-Kids in public libraries, Terrific Kids in Boys Girls Clubs, the
list goes on. Sponsoring an SLP outside the school setting may be the
right answer for your club, and this session will provide a step-by-step
process on how to do it.

12–1 p.m. First-time attendee orientation
243–245 Presented by Michael Downs, Key Club manager
Make your first Kiwanis International convention successful using
these tips and tricks. This is a chance to meet and mingle with other
convention first-timers as well. We’ll answer all your questions at
this casual but informative session.

HAVE YOU SEEN US?
Find us and help The Eliminate Project

There’s a friendly competition in New Orleans. Aktion
Club, Kiwanis and CKI each have been assigned a stuffed
animal. And each program is trying to get the most
photos of its animal on its Facebook page. If you see one,
take your picture with it—and post the photo to the right
page (see below). The winning program gets a donation
made in its name to The Eliminate Project!
CLUB ANIMAL URL
Kiwanis blowfish www.facebook.com/kiwanis
CKI crawfish www.facebook.com/circlekintnl
Aktion Club alligator www.facebook.com/aktionclub

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WELCOME
Visit Lafourche
Parish, just one hour
from New Orleans.

Real Cajun.
Real Close.
diginlafourche.com

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FRIDAY Fill out this at-a-glance

at-a-glance

FRIDAY, JUNE 29
7–9 a.m. District caucusing
Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
La Nouvelle Orleans The Eliminate Project Luncheon (ticketed event)
Ballroom
12:30–1 p.m.
Circle K International/Key Club International
Kiwanis Presents
alumni welcome
stage, exhibit hall
1:30 p.m. Business session
2–4 p.m.
Alumni/Aktion Club service project
Exhibit hall
5:30–7:30 p.m.
CKI/Key Club alumni reception (ticketed event)
Mulate’s
MY EVENING PLANS:

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In memory
of Bill Petter

for his dedicated support
and volunteer spirit on
behalf of the March of
Dimes for 40 years

We salute Bill Petter’s family, the Kirkland Kiwanis
and his community for their continued support.

To learn how you and your club can get involved,
visit marchofdimes.com or call (800) 771.3272.

working together for stronger, healthier babies
© 2012 March of Dimes Foundation

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FRIDAY
MEETINGS EVENTS

SCHEDULE
11:45 a.m.–1:15
p.m. The Eliminate Project Luncheon (ticketed event)
Celebrate the accomplishments and get excited about
La Nouvelle
The Eliminate Project.
Orleans Ballroom
12:30–1 p.m.
Kiwanis Presents Circle K International/Key Club International
stage in exhibit alumni welcome
hall
1:30 p.m. Business session
Hall CD See page 54 for schedule.
2–4 p.m.
Alumni/Aktion Club service project
Exhibit hall
5:30–7:30 p.m.
CKI/Key Club alumni reception (ticketed event)
Mulate’s
8 p.m. Legends: A concert with Aaron Neville
Hall CD and Branford Marsalis (ticketed event)
Kiwanis International is thrilled to bring to the stage New Orleans
legends and Grammy award-winners Aaron Neville and Branford
Marsalis. This special ticketed event is for Kiwanis-family members
and guests only.

WORKSHOPS FORUMS
9:30–10:30 a.m. Dues increase proposal
211–213 Presented by Steve Hill, trustee, Kiwanis International; Lee Kwan Yong,
trustee, Kiwanis International; Jeff Oatess, chief operating officer; Bill
Parker, controller
Do you have questions about the proposed dues increase?
This forum presents the reasoning behind the proposal and
gives you a chance to ask questions.


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FRIDAY
9:30–10:30 a.m. Sponsorship insights
SCHEDULE

include Russ Dunman, president-elect, Kiwanis Club of Montgomery, AL;
John Bromilow, governor, Australia District; Henry Jimenez, president,
Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, FL
Event sponsorship brings an exciting opportunity to increase
club fundraising revenue. Learn from the experts as Kiwanis club
members with signature fundraising events share insights for
identifying sponsors, ensuring sponsorship activation and
fulfillment, and maintaining relationships with sponsors.
9:30–10:30 a.m. How to market your club
214 Presented by Francesco Valenti, information and communications
chairman, Kiwanis International European Federation
Attend this session and learn marketing basics to help
your club stand out in your community, attract members
and potential sponsors, learn how to secure your place as
a community stakeholder.
9:30–10:30 a.m. Who’s that club?
223 Presented by Jo Lynn Garing, public relations
How can your club thrive if nobody knows you’re there? Raise your
club’s profile in your community with a brand-new, easy-to-use
public awareness toolkit created just for Kiwanis clubs and districts.
Discover how to connect with people who care via social media,
earned media, ads, billboards and more.

9:30–10:30 a.m. The Eliminate Project—Learn about MNT from the
238–239 technical experts
Presented by UNICEF technical experts and Kiwanians who have
experienced the elimination efforts first-hand
Are you new to Kiwanis? Do you want to brush up on what you
learned last year at convention? Join technical experts to learn
about maternal and neonatal tetanus and the progress that
UNICEF and its partners are making.

9:30–10:30 a.m. Enhancing club meetings
208–210 Presented by Windy Mortensen, education chair, Southwest District;
Lanton Lee, area director
Have you ever wondered why some Kiwanis gatherings are
satisfying and others aren’t? Come explore the six human needs
and how incorporating elements targeted to meet all six needs
enables your meetings to reach new levels of fulfillment. You
will also discover your top needs and how that plays out in
every aspect of your life.

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FRIDAY
9:30–10:30 a.m. Building peace starts with you

SCHEDULE
225–227 Presented by Tim Nation, cofounder and executive director,
Peace Learning Center
Do you find yourself in club or work situations that are tense but
don’t really need to be? Want to learn strategies that address real
issues facing your club and build cooperation and inclusion? Every-
one has the capacity to be a peace builder. Explore new techniques
to better your communication and ability to mediate conflicts.
9:30–10:30 a.m. Succession planning
224 Presented by Kevin McConnell, past governor, Illinois-Eastern Iowa
District
Kiwanis needs effective leaders at all levels of the organization.
Getting the right people in the right jobs and putting their skills
and passion to work is the first step. Learn how your club can
create a “leadership pipeline” that will shape the future of your
club, division, and district.

9:30–10:30 a.m. Extend your reach
242 Presented by Lyn Spicer, lieutenant governor, Pacific Northwest District
Strengthen your club by offering flexible membership options.
These options, such as club satellites, 3-2-1 clubs and corporate
membership, will make your club grow and sustain its membership
while becoming a stronger club that can reach out to more people
in the community. The take-a-way is only available if you attend!

9:30–10:30 a.m. Online reporting 101
215–216 Presented by Scott Smith, chief technology officer
Anyone who submits or reviews monthly reports will appreciate the
usefulness and ease of Kiwanis International’s online reporting tools.
Join in this overview of the latest improvements designed to make
your club more efficient in its administrative functions and to help
you communicate the most relevant information about your club
and its activities.


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FRIDAY
9:30–10:30 a.m. What’s next: Recruiting SLP alumni into Kiwanis
SCHEDULE

206–207 Presented by Lauren Call, past CKI governor, Louisiana-Mississippi-
West Tennessee District; Troy Dibley, member, DC Metro Kiwanis Club;
Sherri McKeen, alumni specialist
Key Club and Circle K International alumni offer rich recruiting
potential to Kiwanis clubs and districts. Indeed, former members
of Key Club and Circle K are service-minded people, and they’re
familiar with Kiwanis. However, it’s not enough to assume they
will knock on your door. Learn three great ways to reach and
recruit these alumni to strengthen the service outreach of
your Kiwanis club.
9:30–10:30 a.m. Kiwanis and the Service Leadership movement
231–232 Presented by John Shertzer, chief programs officer
Some of the best work we do as Kiwanians is to offer Service
Leadership Programs (SLPs) to youth, college students and adults
living with disabilities. Come hear about the steps you can take to
elevate these programs to higher levels. It starts with changing our
mindset that these are just programs and instead viewing SLPs as
social movements intent on injecting service leadership into a world
that badly needs it. If you have been working with SLPs for years,
this session will reframe your understanding of the power of these
programs and give you new language to use to spread their growth.
If you are brand new to SLPs, this session will give you a broad
understanding of why we sponsor these programs and how
we hope they can change the world.

9:30–10:30 a.m. OMG, that nice little old lady fell at our club
203–205 event and is now suing us! What do we do?
Presented by Don Thompson, broker, Hylant Group; Lisa Heindricks,
director of people, building and risk services
Are your club leaders familiar with the Kiwanis liability insurance
program? It’s important you know what’s covered and what to do
in case of an accident. Be prepared by attending this workshop,
where you’ll learn about loss prevention techniques and what is
and is not covered.

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FRIDAY
9:30–10:30 a.m. Kiwanis in the 21st century:
Proposed new standard form for club bylaws

SCHEDULE
220–222
Presented by Nettles Brown, chairman, Task Force on
Governing Documents
Kiwanis’ Standard Form for Club Bylaws has been comprehensively
reviewed by a special task force with the goals of simplifying rules
and regulations to allow more flexibility for global operations and
paving the way for Kiwanis clubs of the 21st century, both traditional
and nontraditional. Take advantage of this opportunity to see what’s
new, get answers to your questions, make suggestions and learn
where the process goes from here.
9:30–11:45 a.m. Meet the candidates
243–245 Moderated by Paul Palazzolo, past president, Kiwanis International
Come hear the thoughts and ideas of candidates for the offices
of vice president and trustee, as well as trustees-designate from
Europe and Canada. Delegates will have time to meet and greet
the candidates following the forum.

10:45–11:45 a.m. A shared commitment to our youth:
224 The U.S. Army’s educational opportunities
Presented by representatives from the U.S. Army
This session will focus on the U.S. Army’s emphasis on youth
education and showcase many of the Army’s resources for young
people. This includes a free ACT and SAT test preparation program
called “March 2 Success.” Like Kiwanis, the U.S. Army believes in
investing in young people so that they can better serve themselves
and their communities. Come explore a side of the U.S. Army you
may not have known was there.

10:45–11:45 a.m. Get on board with the Dolly Parton
235–236 Imagination Library
Presented by Pam Hunsaker, regional director,
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Imagine if you could give a child one book every month from birth
through 5 years, delivered to their home? Find out how with Dolly
Parton Imagination Library. Share the joy of reading with all children.


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FRIDAY
10:45–11:45 a.m. Using social media to increase the impact
of your club
SCHEDULE

223
Presented by Sherri McKeen, alumni specialist
Social media presents clubs with creative ways to engage their
community. It’s a great tool, but sometimes it’s tough knowing
where to start. Join us for a fun time as we explore how clubs are
using social media to market their clubs and leave their mark on
their communities. Expect to walk away with practical tips that
you can immediately put into practice.
10:45–11:45 a.m. The Eliminate Project—firsthand field experiences
238–239 and 100K Club campaign success
Presented by a participant from either the Sierra Leone or the Philippines
field visits and members of successful 100K Clubs
Come hear from Kiwanis donors who have experienced the human
impact of The Eliminate Project firsthand, and discover their personal
stories from the field. Additionally, clubs are stepping up as 100K
Clubs all over the world in support of The Eliminate Project. Present-
ers from successful 100K Clubs will share their tips and tools to help
you secure a 100K Club pledge from your club leaders or accelerate
fundraising in order to fulfill the club’s pledge.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Clean the filter
208–210 Presented by Kevin McConnell, past governor, Illinois-Eastern Iowa
District; Norman McLennan, governor-elect, Australia District
in Formation
We clean our car filters, furnace filters, etc, but how often we clean
the filters that we use to view our clubs? Hear from fellow Kiwanians
on how to use the Club Assessment and Community Analysis tools
and how they used these tools to change their clubs’ perspectives
and improve their clubs’ experience.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Keeping the peace when we are all so different
225–227 Presented by Tim Nation, cofounder and executive director,
Peace Learning Center
Differences of opinion, generational values and backgrounds
inevitably lead to conflict in our clubs and lives. Learn skills that
attack the problem and not the person, by focusing on what
happened, why it matters and how each side needs to address
critical issues.

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FRIDAY
10:45–11:45 a.m. Think outside the box

SCHEDULE
217–219 Presented by Jeri Penn, first lady; Marshall Kregel, technology chairman,
Texas-Oklahoma District
An eye-opening session that will provide you with the best tips,
tricks and testimonials from a group of members telling their success
stories about the nontraditional practices they are implementing in
their clubs all around the world. You will have so much to talk about
with your members when you get home, and your biggest problem
will be...what more can we do now with more members!
10:45–11:45 a.m. They joined…now keep them!
220–222 Presented by Mary Hammond, governor-elect, Kansas District
Many members drop out of their clubs for understandable
reasons, but most leave for reasons that could have been
prevented. An effective membership retention effort doesn’t
just happen. Learn the best practices of successful Kiwanis
clubs to retain active members.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Online reporting 102
215–216 Presented by Scott Smith, chief technology officer
Take a tour of the online member management tool for adding,
editing and deleting member records in the Kiwanis International
database. This same tool can be used to search for specific members,
active or former, by name or member ID for your own club.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Powerful partnerships: How to communicate
206–207 with school administrators
Presented by Dr. Lisa Mowen, administrator, Jefferson Parish Public
School System; president, West Jefferson Kiwanis Club (Louisiana)
Whether you want to sponsor a school-based Service Leadership
Program, or already do, communication with school personnel is
essential for success. Our programs exist at the invitation of these
schools, and thus building a productive relationship matters greatly.
This session will address how to build a winning partnership with
schools, including practical tips on how to talk with superintendents,
principals and teachers about Kiwanis programs.


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FRIDAY
10:45–11:45 a.m. Elevating your SLP sponsorship
SCHEDULE

231–232 Presented by John Shertzer, chief programs officer
Thousands of Kiwanis clubs sponsor one or more Service Leader-
ship Programs, including K-Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, Circle K and
Aktion Club. By taking on these endeavors, Kiwanis sponsors have
made a commitment to enrich the lives of young people and adults
through the vehicle of a service club experience. “Commitment” is
the key word. This session will explore what a fully committed and
effective sponsoring Kiwanis club does, and what going above and
beyond really means. Whether you are currently doing the minimum
or are fully involved (or do no sponsor at all), this session will provide
benchmarks for truly effective SLP sponsorship.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Did your treasurer go to the Bahamas on the club’s
203–205 dime? Optional club insurance: See how it can help.
Kiwanis International offers additional insurance programs through
the Hylant Group. Would these voluntary coverages benefit your
club? Hear the details about the new club accident insurance
program and the current directors and officers and crime
coverage programs.
10:45–11:45 a.m. Dues increase proposal
211–213 Presented by Steve Hill, trustee, Kiwanis International; Lee Kwan Yong,
trustee, Kiwanis, International; Jeff Oatess, chief operating officer;
Bill Parker, controller
Do you have questions about the proposed dues increase?
This forum presents the reasoning behind the proposal and
gives you a chance to ask questions.

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SATURDAY Fill out this at-a-glance

at-a-glance

SATURDAY, JUNE 30
7– 8:30 a.m.
La Nouvelle Fellowship and Service Breakfast (ticketed event)
Orleans Ballroom
Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

Workshops forums

Location: _________ ________________________________________________

11:45–1:15 p.m. Leadership Luncheon
La Nouvelle Orleans Hosted by Circle K International (ticketed event)
Ballroom Keynote speaker: Lauren Potter
Members of Kiwanis, Circle K and Aktion Club come together to
celebrate service and the relationship between Kiwanis and our
valuable—and growing—Service Leadership Programs.
2 p.m. Closing session
Hall CD See page 55 for schedule.

MY EVENING PLANS:

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SATURDAY
MEETINGS EVENTS

SCHEDULE
7– 8:30 a.m. Fellowship and Service Breakfast (ticketed event)
La Nouvelle
Orleans Ballroom
11:45 a.m.–1:15 Leadership Luncheon
p.m. Hosted by Circle K International (ticketed event)
La Nouvelle Or- Featuring keynote speaker Lauren Potter
leans Ballroom Members of Kiwanis, Aktion Club and Circle K come together to
celebrate service and the relationship between Kiwanis and our
valuable—and growing—Service Leadership Programs. Kiwanis
members can sponsor a CKI member for the luncheon at an
additional cost.
2 p.m. Closing session

WORKSHOPS FORUMS
9–10 a.m. Kiwanis International preferred charities panel
include Russ Dunman, president-elect, Kiwanis Club of Montgomery,
AL; John Bromilow, governor, Australia District; Henry Jimenez,
president, Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, FL
Partnerships are vital to successful projects. Learn how you can keep
your club connected to its community by working with the official
preferred charities. Partnership experts will offer an overview of
their organization and be able to answer your questions.


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SATURDAY
9–10 a.m. Building healthy communities through the value
of play
SCHEDULE

231–232
Presented by Anne-Marie Spencer, vice president of marketing
and communications, PlayCore
Research shows that children are at their highest level of
development while at play. Play is active, dynamic and an integral
part of growth and development. In this workshop, we’ll review
the latest research on play and its benefits, including social capital,
inclusion, and brain development, to gain the knowledge and tools
to help gather interest and build communities through play and
recreation spaces. Attendees will also receive complimentary copies
of “Words on Play,” the latest resource guidebook on play value by
leading scholars in the field.
9–10 a.m. How to use Kiwanis resources in your club’s
214 communications
Here’s an idea for building Kiwanis pride in your club: Show them
that they’re part of the world’s premier service organization. And
here’s how: Kiwanis International and districts have stories, news
and other content you can add to your club’s newsletter, website
and other communication outlets. Attend this workshop and
learn how to blend the local with the global.

9–10 a.m. Philanthropy and women
238–239 Presented by a women’s panel
Are women more charitable than men? Do they make philanthropic
choices differently? How does making a charitable gift affect
them? Join women of diverse ages and backgrounds to share your
thoughts and ideas on the topic of women’s philanthropy. A presen-
tation on trends in charitable giving by women will be followed by
a discussion among a panel of female donors. Attendees will have
opportunities to respond to the remarks and interact with fellow
Kiwanians on topics such as why women give, how to build and
steward relationships with female donors and how to engage
more women in leadership of our Kiwanis philanthropic arms.
9–10 a.m. Creating a positive Kiwanis image
215–216 Presented by Windy Mortensen, education chairwoman, Southwest
District; Lanton Lee, area director
Creating a positive image for Kiwanis is achieved one Kiwanian
at a time. Come discover how to make your life happier and create
positive interactions with others. This is a fun presentation with
new ideas and concepts that can be put into practice immediately!

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SATURDAY
9–10 a.m. What glass ceiling? Leadership skills for women

SCHEDULE
243–245 Presented by Jane Erickson, trustee, Kiwanis International
Do you think your life has a glass ceiling? Then join us to find
out how to break it! Women may lead based on their strong
interpersonal skills, their intuition and their willingness to take
risks and dedicate themselves in the issues that matter to them.
In this session we will discuss how to make the most of female
leaders in Kiwanis, provide mentoring and leadership opportunities
and use women’s potential to move our organization forward.

9–10 a.m. Young professionals clubs—the similarities
224 and differences, and secrets to their success
Presented by Troy Paula Dibley, members, DC Metro Kiwanis Club
People of all ages and interests are drawn to each other based
on similar expectations of a club experience, and the young
professionals club format is no different. Some young professionals
clubs operate just as the club down the street, while others embrace
a new approach. Learn from members of young professionals clubs
what makes them the same, what makes them different, how this
club format meets the needs of its members and a few secrets to
their success.
9–10 a.m. Strategies for success
220–222 Presented by John Tyner, past governor, Capital District
Want to create a lasting legacy? Learn some strategic planning
tactics and techniques to be successful. Take these tools home
to apply to your club, service projects, work and home life. Start
designing your future today.
9–11:30 a.m. Achieving Club Excellence (free ticketed event)
Choose any one Learn a dynamic process your club should follow to remain viable in
of the following today’s culture and to attract and keep members. In this workshop,
rooms: 206, 207, club members learn how to explore new approaches to increase
208, 209 or 210 service and apply new strategies for membership growth. A free,
ticketed event.


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SATURDAY
9–10 a.m. Best practices for your website
SCHEDULE

Get the latest tips on creating and maintaining a quality site
that will please both members and prospective members alike.
This overview will teach you how to structure your site according
to standard best practices, as well as how to properly use text,
positioning and images to make your site user-friendly and more
aesthetically pleasing to its viewers. A better club website can
help maintain and grow your club, and will help major search
engines like Google, Yahoo and Bing find and show your site
in the search results.
9–10 a.m. The secrets of SLP success
217–219 Presented by Rob Crowder, Aktion Club administrator, Florida District;
Susan Hennum, governor, Texas-Oklahoma District; Jim Jennings, Key
Club administrator, Southwest District; Nicole McDermott, Key Leader
chairwoman, Capital District
What makes that Key Club so great? Why is that K-Kids Club growing
so fast? How did they get that Key Leader event to sell out? How
does that CKI club get so much service done? Why is that Aktion
Club getting so much positive media attention? If only my Builders
Club could be as strong as that one! If you sponsor SLPs that are
struggling, or perhaps just achieving mediocrity, this session is for
you. Hear from a panel of experts as we unlock the secrets of
highly successful SLPs!
9–10 a.m. How to find, support and recognize
225–227 SLP faculty advisors
Presented by Susan Myers, Builders Club specialist
Kiwanis International recently conducted a far-reaching survey
of SLP faculty advisors in North America. In this session, we will
share much of what we learned and engage in a discussion of
how we can best support these individuals who are critical for
our success. We also will share strategies and best practices
for how to recruit and retain faculty advisors and show the
benefits of utilizing a multi-advisor structure.
9–10 a.m. Alumni forum: Have your voice heard
235–236 Moderated by Sherri McKeen, alumni specialist
The Key Club and Circle K International Alumni networks continue
to grow and attract new members. Now that we’re in our second
year of formation, we are challenged to determine our purpose and
mission. Be on the cutting edge of this stage in our development by
sharing your ideas on how alumni can become more engaged and
continue their path of service and leadership.

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SATURDAY
9–10 a.m. OMG, that nice little old lady fell at our club
event and is now suing us! What do we do?

SCHEDULE
203–205
Are your club leaders familiar with the Kiwanis liability insurance
program? It’s important you know what’s covered and what to do
in case of an accident. Be prepared by attending this workshop,
where you’ll learn about loss prevention techniques and what
is and is not covered.

10:30–11:30 a.m. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition:
214 Improving innovation in maternal and child health
Presented by Jennifer Sharp, deputy director, National Healthy Mothers,
Healthy Babies Coalition
Find out how National Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition
works to improve the health of mothers, babies and families,
specifically through its signature program, text4baby, an innovative
mobile health program using text messaging to deliver health
and safety information to pregnant and new moms. Attendees
will learn how Kiwanis clubs can use this tool to promote
maternal and child health in the community.
10:30–11:30 a.m. Building inclusive communities through play:
231–232 Promoting meaningful play experiences for
people of all ages and abilities
Presented by Anne-Marie Spencer, vice president of marketing
and communications, PlayCore
Join us on a journey through the principles of inclusive play
design to learn how to create play environments where all children
play side by side, no matter their age or ability. Learn how to use
“people first” language, while gaining a comprehensive knowledge
of what it takes to create a truly inclusive play space. We’ll also
examine activities that explore how to foster friendship, break
down barriers and support character education initiatives while
at play. Attendees will receive complimentary copies of “Me 2:
Designing play spaces for children of all abilities”, and “2 Play
Together”, a handbook of activities for inclusive play.


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