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2022-2023 Leadership Development Committee
MONTHLY WEBINARS
Save the dates for these leadership webinars!
Webinars are held on the second Monday of each month, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Central Standard Time. Registration information is included, so mark your calendars! Send an email to leadership@optimist.org for more information.
February 13, 2023
“Keep Them Coming Back!”
Do your Club Members attend meetings and activities on a regular basis? Are your Members enjoying the "Optimist" experience, or do they pay their dues and stay at home? As recovery from the pandemic continues, is rebuilding fellowship one of your primary concerns? Be sure to attend this session filled with quick and easy ideas for conducting fun, effective meetings and activities that will keep everyone excited, interested, and involved.
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March 13, 2023
“Spreading JOI”
Only a small percentage of our Optimist Clubs sponsor Youth Clubs each year. It's time to spread JOI! Are you interested? Members of the JOI Committee and JOI Board of Directors will lead this session, which will cover the basics of building Youth Clubs, including creative ideas and innovative tips to take your sponsorship to next level. And if you have questions about keeping your existing JOI Clubs active, this webinar is for you.
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April 10, 2023
“Optimist International Foundation: Helping Optimists Help Kids”
Did you know that the Optimist International Foundation (OIF) is the charitable arm of Optimist International, providing Club Matching Grants and Scholarships for the Oratorical, Essay, and Communication Contest for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing? The OIF also supports Optimist International programs including Junior Golf and Junior Optimist International (JOI). Come learn how the Foundation supports these programs and how it can support your Club fundraising so that you are able to accept donations from businesses, donors, and other foundations in your communities.
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May 8, 2023
“PGI and PDP—What’s in It for Me?”
How do you become a more knowledgeable, involved Optimist volunteer? The Personal Growth and Involvement and the Professional Development Programs are your answer. Both are designed to promote Member engagement while providing opportunities to develop greater leadership and professional skills. During this session, the basics of each program will be discussed, as well as updates and changes.
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August 14, 2023
“Growing Your Membership Retention by Improving Member Experience"
Join us for an exciting presentation that will teach you how to develop a Membership experience that is exceptional and engaging. It will leave your Members wanting more--more connection, more belonging, more community, and more Optimism. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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