Jan's Journal
Courage. Risk. We associate these two words with leadership. Leaders often show courage by taking unpopular stands. They are inevitably risk takers. The leadership of LT is no exception.
Last week, the LT Board took the courageous step of raising LT's tuition for the first time in five years. They also agreed to reduce class size from its current 80 participants down to 72. It's a risky proposition. Although we have
been fortunate with an abundance of applications so far, the number could go down. Requests for scholarships could go up.
The rationale for the increased tuition and decreased class size was well thought out. Tuition for the program has remained flat, putting more demand on raising funds from corporations and individuals. Compared to other community
leadership programs across the nation in similar-sized markets, LT's tuition is one of the lowest and its class size one of the highest. By raising tuition, our leadership is showing confidence in the program's value and sending a strong
message to funders regarding the Board's willingness to act in a responsible (and courageous) manner, with regard to the organization's finances. Finally, a class size reduction of eight people will make a significant difference in the
quality of the experience for the participants.
Now it's your turn to help. In order to keep our application numbers strong, we rely on all of you for your candidate referrals. Help us spread the word about LT! We need your referrals, as many as
possible. Who knows, there might even be a prize for the person who sends in the most! To refer candidates please
click here.
Thanks to the success of our 25th Anniversary celebration and all of you, our scholarship fund is healthy. If you know someone who is interested in applying but concerned about the cost, be sure to let them know that we have scholarship
funds available to those who are employed by the non-profit or public sector, self-employed, or not employed. The cost of the program should not keep someone from applying!
I am proud of our Board's willingness to show courage and take a risk in a challenging economic climate. Help LT send them your message of support by sending us your candidate referrals now! You are our greatest resource and we thank
you.
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Seeking Nominations for the 2010 Edward E. Carlson Outstanding Alumni Award |
Do you know of a non-profit that could use $1,000? It's time to nominate an outstanding LT alum who "models the way" by being an exemplary community leader. The honoree will receive the Edward E. Carlson Outstanding Alumni Award in June
at the graduation dinner for the Class of 2010 (Date TBD). Along with the award, the recipient chooses a non-profit that will receive $1,000 from Leadership Tomorrow in honor of the award winner's achievement.
Consider someone who has made a difference in the neighborhood, community and/or region and is an Leadership Tomorrow graduate. Think of how many there are!
Click here for the nomination form. Deadline for submissions is April 16, 2010. Please email your nominations to
barbara@leadershiptomorrowseattle.org with all the required information. Mailing and fax information are on the nomination form. Thank you!
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A View from the Class of 2010 |
All of the Challenge Days have given me new perspectives on what a Healthy Community looks like and I have enjoyed hearing other classmates' opinions about these critical issues. I feel the most important experience for me so far is that
the LT classes are not about the "result" but the "process." For example, the process of getting to know our teammates, learning how to build consensus, and making sure all voices are heard. We are also a group of people who have great
creativity. I was most impressed with every groups' performance on the Arts and Culture Challenge Day. By far, that was my favorite day. Our Mid-Year Retreat on Race is coming up in a few days, and I look forward to the exchange of our
thoughts and ideas.
Megumi Kobayashi, LT Class of 2010
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Recruit, recruit, recruit! |
LT Recruitment is in full swing! You are the best resource for candidate referrals and we need your help! Who are the people you think should experience the Leadership Tomorrow program? Please send in one name or forward your entire
contact list! Just send them in by March 26, 2010 so that candidates can be notified and applications can be completed by April 19, 2010. Applications are up and online. You can send your nominations by email, phone or snail mail, using
our referral form.
Click here.
To provide candidates enough time, send your referrals today! THANK YOU!
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Come to the WineStyles SOCIAL! |
Are you ready for some LT face time? Join your fellow alums and friends for a Wine Tasting Social on the EASTSIDE!
Are you counting the days until spring? Join us for an evening of wine tasting and relaxation that will warm your spirits on Wednesday, February 24th, 2010, at WineStyles in Issaquah where you will find yourself transported into an old
world wine cellar surrounded by world-class wines at affordable prices.
We are delighted to be holding this event for the second year, as last year it sold out. The intimate room can hold only 50 attendees, so please register as soon as possible. We are doing pre-payment only for this event, so you'll have
ample room to enjoy yourselves. Discounts for wine will be offered on selections that are being poured at the tasting.
When: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Where: WineStyles
Cost: $20.00 per person and includes six tastings and light appetizers
How: to register
click here or call 206 389-7267
Address: 755 N. W. Gilman Blvd. Suite L, Issaquah
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Second Conversation a hit! |
Thanks to Howard Behar, former President of Starbucks Coffee Company North America, Starbucks Coffee International, and author of "It's Not About the Coffee, Leadership Principles from a Life at Starbucks," the second "Conversations with
Leaders Series" was a smashing success. We had close to 85 attendees who were truly inspired by Howard's personal stories and candor about his experiences at Starbucks. One person commented that Howard was "thought provoking and
inspiring." Another noted "great subject and delivery," and a third remarked, "a good reminder of what's important."
Stay tuned for the third conversation in the series coming up in the next few months.
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In Memoriam |
LT fondly remembers and will miss the following graduate:
Jim Marolich, LT'95
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Grapevine |
Be sure to let us know what's happening in
your life. Good news travels fast. email
barbara@leadershiptomorrowseattle.org
1985 :: Rick Weber moved to Okanogan County to become a cowboy, living on a ranch with 300 head of cattle. Rick became the Pastor of both the Okanogan and Malott United Methodist Churches and is
pursuing a Ph.D. with the University of Oxford Faculty on Theology.
1987 :: Jan Levy has been named 2010 Citizen of the Year by the Municipal League of King County. Congratulations Jan!
1988 :: Mary Jean Ryan has established Community Center for Education Results, which is a new non-profit dedicated to improving education results; cradle through college.
1988 :: Jeri Rowe has accepted a position serving a two-year term on the Evans School of Public Affairs Alumni Council (Brewster Denny Alumni Council). Jeri will also be co-chairing a subcommittee
designed to improve opportunities for internships and career placement for Evans School Graduates, along with building stronger networking relationships among Evans Alumni.
1989 :: Sandra Madrid has been awarded the Woman of Distinction Award from Girls Scouts of Western Washington. Congratulations Sandra!
1989 :: Julie Brooks has joined Conceptus, Inc. as its first General Counsel.
1996 :: Julia Bolz is achieving what was once unthinkable - opening school doors to girls in northern Afghanistan. In the past seven years, Julie has raised money to construct 19 schools and repair more
than a dozen others in Balkh province in northern Afghanistan. Those schools, now operated by the Afghan Ministry of Education, serve nearly 18,000 students, most of whom are girls.
1990 :: Cynthia Chirot has accepted a position of Chief Operating Officer at American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties.
2002 :: Lisa Chick welcomed her son Samuel McLean Marriott into the world on January 20th. Congratulations to the family!
2005 :: Alison Carl White will be leaving her position as Executive Director for Seattle Works in order to take the position of Executive Director for NPower Seattle.
2005 :: Edward Carr has relocated to Texas and currently serves as Compliance Officer for Siemens USA in Plano, Texas.
2005 :: Lael Echo-Hawk has accepted a position as Legislative Director for the Native American Contractors Association in Washington DC.
2009 :: Vitoria Lin has accepted the position of Public Policy Specialist with Building Changes.
2010 :: Anna Leavitt has accepted the position of Sales Operations Manager at SmartWool, in Steamboat Springs, CO.
2010 :: Byron Krystad has set aside his freelance editing business to accept the position of Director of Operations with the University Unitarian Church in Seattle.
LT Alums, we don't want to lose you. Please update your profile in the LT online directory. For instructions, email
susan@leadershiptomorrowseattle.org.
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Give $27 for 27 Years! |
Thanks to so many of you who have stepped up to support LT's Alumni Leadership Committee's drive for "$27 for 27 Years." As these donations grow, your gift makes a significant difference in LT's ability to continue to provide top level
experiences for the incoming classes. We appreciate all that you do for LT and our region. If you haven't had an opportunity to donate, please do.
Click here Thank you!
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Get Involved |
The Cal Anderson Park Alliance is seeking new board members and will review applications from interested people starting at the end of January 2010. We are interested in hearing from all who are passionate about the nationally-recognized
award-winning open space that is Cal Anderson Park, and are especially interested in those with skills in event production, marketing, law, and web design.
They also welcome inquiries from people who would like to work on projects specific to the park, especially those which might exemplify issues Cal Anderson championed. The application packet is available in PDF form on our website:
www.calandersonpark.org.
Save the Date!
Seattle Girls' School Luncheon
Join the Seattle Girls' School Luncheon on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at The Sheraton Hotel (Downtown Seattle). RSVP to Jasmin Thankachen by February 16, 2010 at jthankachen@seattlegirlsschool.org or 206-709-2228 Ext. 237.
For more information
Click Here
TAF 9th Annual Leadership Breakfast, Wednesday, March 10, 2010
7:30-9:00 am, Sheraton Seattle Hotel featuring noted author Eric Liu. For more information
Click Here
Municipal League's Centennial Celebration Dinner
Thursday, March 18, 2010, 6:30 PM honoring:
Jan Levy, Citizen of the Year
Futurewise, Organization of the Year
Jeanne Burbridge, Public Official of the Year
Wendy Cho Ripp, Doug Mason Young Leader Award
For more information
Click Here
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