Centurions NOW - February 3, 2020
Feb 03, 2020
CONGRATULATIONS SPRING 2020 GRADUATES
FALL
KC PET PROJECT
Animal lovers, join us on February 18 for coffee and conversation at the brand new KC Pet Project shelter. We’ll sit down with Marie Dispenza, Chief Development Officer (and Centurions Class of 2016 Alum) and Tori Fugate, Chief Communications Officer, to discuss how KC Pet Project leadership works with the city of Kansas City, Missouri to care for over 10,000 animals each year.
FIRST FALL INFO SESSION
Help us spread the word about our first info session, and actives, feel free to join! Thursday, February 20 from 7:30-9 a.m. at The Roasterie Factory. Register here >>
IUC – WELLNESS IN LEADERSHIP
February 20
5 – 6:30 p.m.
Recent studies have reported that over half of the global workforce (53%) feels that they are closer to burnout than they were just five years ago, struggle to maintain work-life balance, and are unable disconnect from work (Harvard Business Review). In addition, this research demonstrates that employees who embrace mental wellness practices increase their performance and productivity. This IUC will focus on leadership wellness, and provide information and techniques on how we as leaders can practice, model, and encourage mental wellness. Presenter information: Pam Hauser is a community teacher for Midwest Alliance of Mindfulness, entrepreneur, and social justice activist.
Polsinelli will provide non-alcoholic beverages. The Curriculum Committee will provide light snacks. Register here >>
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM
Register now for the 2020 Women’s Forum “Five Networking Tips for Women” which will provide a brief overview of the Coffee Lunch Coffee Networking Program, including specific tips targeted at maximizing networking effectiveness as women. ALL are invited (men, please join us!) to participate in the event featuring Alana Muller, author of Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. Alana Muller will lead the audience through an interactive session. Participants will leave with increased knowledge of how to develop authentic relationships in the workplace, how to effectively connect with other professionals, and how to offer support to each other to yield better results. Following Alana's presentation there will be time to connect and network with fellow participants. Register here >>
NONPROFIT BOARD BASICS
Many Centurions serve or plan to serve on a board to have a substantial and ongoing impact in our community. Board service is also an effective way to grow your professional network and develop leadership skills.
Set yourself up for success! This is your chance to get the answers to all the questions you have, and some you didn’t even know you had, about serving on a nonprofit board. Luann Feehan, President & CEO of Nonprofit Connect, will explore the basics, challenges and trends of board service. Luann is a Certified BoardSource Governance Trainer and experienced nonprofit board member. This event takes place at Nonprofit Connect on April 21 at 8 a.m. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
All volunteer opportunities are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. We have moved to one calendar on VolunteerMark that everyone will use to sign up for opportunities. This was the overwhelming feedback that volunteer opportunities are a great way to have both classes connect. This also means that opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone, which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- February 8: HopeBUILDERS Ramp Project
- February 8: Habitat for Humanity
- February 13: School of Economics at UMB
- February 15: Red Hot Night
- February 20: Hispanic Development Fund Essay Workshop
- February 22: Rotary Club of Independence Mardi Gras 2020
- February 24: Mail-A-Smile
SPRING
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM
Register now for the 2020 Women’s Forum “Five Networking Tips for Women” which will provide a brief overview of the Coffee Lunch Coffee Networking Program, including specific tips targeted at maximizing networking effectiveness as women. ALL are invited (men, please join us!) to participate in the event featuring Alana Muller, author of Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. Alana Muller will lead the audience through an interactive session. Participants will leave with increased knowledge of how to develop authentic relationships in the workplace, how to effectively connect with other professionals, and how to offer support to each other to yield better results. Following Alana's presentation there will be time to connect and network with fellow participants. Register here >>
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
All volunteer opportunities are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. We have moved to one calendar on VolunteerMark that everyone will use to sign up for opportunities. This was the overwhelming feedback that volunteer opportunities are a great way to have both classes connect. This also means that opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone, which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- February 8: HopeBUILDERS Ramp Project
- February 8: Habitat for Humanity
- February 13: School of Economics at UMB
- February 15: Red Hot Night
- February 20: Hispanic Development Fund Essay Workshop
- February 22: Rotary Club of Independence Mardi Gras 2020
- February 24: Mail-A-Smile
ALUMNI
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP FORUM
Register now for the 2020 Women’s Forum “Five Networking Tips for Women” which will provide a brief overview of the Coffee Lunch Coffee Networking Program, including specific tips targeted at maximizing networking effectiveness as women. ALL are invited (men, please join us!) to participate in the event featuring Alana Muller, author of Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field Guide for Master Networking. Alana Muller will lead the audience through an interactive session. Participants will leave with increased knowledge of how to develop authentic relationships in the workplace, how to effectively connect with other professionals, and how to offer support to each other to yield better results. Following Alana's presentation there will be time to connect and network with fellow participants. Register here >>