Meet Us At The Crossroads!
United Way Mid-America Regional Crossroads Conference
“The Way We Care:
The Best of United Way”
June 13 to 15, 2001 Adam’s Mark Hotel Columbus, OH
Four General Session Speakers to capture your spirit, plant new seeds…
Thursday, Opening Session: Brian Gallagher, CPO, United Way of Franklin County, Columbus, Ohio
Brian is one of the innovative leaders in the country, reaping huge success with his United Way’s Community Impact strategies. He will have learnings and insights to share and challenges to consider.
Thursday Luncheon: Robert Harris, National Conference for Community and Justice
Robert has known nearly life-long paralysis, and has made his mark as an accomplished visual artist. He has spent over 20 years working for human rights and social justice. Don’t miss his unique message.
Friday Breakfast Speaker – Special Feature: Rocky Bleier, Making Success Happen Everyday
Rocky has a gripping tale of courage involving professional football (former Pittsburgh Steeler), Vietnam, physical challenges, and triumph. With optimism, a sense of humor, and dreams that won’t quit – catch the spirit and connect with the inner confidence that made Rocky who he is today.
Friday Closing Luncheon Speaker: Ellie Ferdon, UWA Board of Governors Chair-Elect
Registration Packets Going to Print…
The Early Bird full conference registration fee is $260! What an outstanding value. Register by May 13, 2001. Forms and instructions will be in your hands shortly. The registration form is available to download at www.ouw.org; then fax or mail the form.
Don’t wait! Make your hotel reservations now! Space will be limited! Call the downtown Adams Mark Hotel at 614-228-5050 and ask for the Crossroads Conference group rate. If you register by May 14, 2001, group rates are – $109, single; $124, double; $139, triple; $154, quad. Room tax is 15.75%.
New Session Added – Chris Amundsen, CPO Roundtable Session!…
Thursday afternoon, Chris, UWA Interim President and CEO, will bring news of the executive search and other information from United Way of America.
You Asked for It – You Got It! Thursday Evening Dinner Dance…
Join us at the Buckeye Hall of Fame Café for a fun evening including a buffet dinner, dancing, and games (including game tickets!). This will be a super opportunity to network and make new friends. Enter the funkie T-shirt contest by wearing your favorite weird T-shirt, or wear one from your alma mater. Enjoy the band along with drinks and snacks. Music will be provided by the Arnett Howard Creole Funk Band. Don’t miss it!
First Annual Staff Excellence Awards!…
Don’t miss the chance to nominate one of your peers for the first-time-ever, Staff Excellence Awards. Help give the recognition staff so richly deserve. Nomination forms and criteria will be available soon!
Remember! UWA Flexible Credits (NAV) reimbursement apply…
Watch for the reimbursement form with the registration packet.
Small Cities Scholarships available…
The scholarship covers up to the full conference early bird rate — for Metro Vs or smaller. Scholarships are limited! By May 1, 2001, fax a letter of interest to John Rivera, UWA @ 703-549-4863 or send by e-mail to [email protected].
UWA Private Career Consultations…
Note: A new breakout session was added since the first newsletter. Learn how UWA can help with your career plans. Make a private appointment for consultation. Call Bill Mills, UWA, @ 800-UWA-2757, ext. 845.
Questions? Call or e-mail…
Deborah DeWeese, Ohio United Way, 614-224-8146, or e-mail at [email protected]
Lisa Hanger, Indiana Association of United Ways, 317-923-2377, or (Indiana only) 800-457-1450 or e-mail at [email protected].