May 3rd -5th we were introduced to 4 Outstanding Young New Yorkers. I wanted to thank Patty Benda for her hard work in taking over this project and volunteering to run it again next year. I want to thank the Chapters for finding and sponsoring these candidates.
Most importantly I want to thank and acknowledge these 4 Outstanding High School Seniors who are an inspiration to us all. We had (2) Candidates from the Batavia Area, Amanda Harding and Andrea Coffed (1) from Watertown Benjamin Peak, and (1) from Burnt Hills (Saratoga Area) Danielle Vitalo.
While all the Candidates were Outstanding we reviewed their resumes based on the criteria set forth in the application, we interviewed them and we listened to their speeches.
In 1st Place - Winning a $1500 Scholarship - Danielle Vitalo sponsored by the Saratoga Springs Junior Chamber
In 2nd Place - Winning a $1000 Scholarship - Amanda Harding sponsored by the Batavia Area Junior Chamber
In 3rd Place - Winning a $750 Scholarship - Benjamin Peak sponsored by the Watertown Junior Chamber
In 4th Place Winning a $300 Scholarship - Andrea Coffed Sponsored by Presidnet Shonda Ranson and the Rochester Junior Chamber
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Sunday, May 18, 2008
Employment Changes
Many of you have gone through this in our state of economic unrest. A lost job, a promotion a better opportunity.
I announced it at the Excom and to several of my chapter members but here is an update for the Executive committee and to the Members of the NYS Junior Chamber.
On Thursday May 15th I accepted a position at the NYS Attorney Generals office to provide technical services, desktop support and help desk duties. As many of you know I have owned my own business since 1993 and have run it full-time for 5 ½ years. This was a difficult decision for me to make and I do plan to continue my business in a Part-time manner. This is a major life change as I will likely have to stop working in My PJ’s but it was an opportunity that long term is beneficial for me and my family.
How will this affect my position as State CDVP?
In most cases not at all – I will primarily be working M-F with an occasional Saturday – I should be able to work those out as to not conflict with State events and Chapter events around the state. I may have some travel through NYS for the job so I may find myself in NYC or Buffalo or other locations at times so I’d use those opportunities to visit. The only thing that may change is I won’t be able to answer my phone every time it rings at work for business and personal calls so leave a message and I will return your calls and e-mails at my 1st opportunity. I am scheduled to start June 2nd…
I announced it at the Excom and to several of my chapter members but here is an update for the Executive committee and to the Members of the NYS Junior Chamber.
On Thursday May 15th I accepted a position at the NYS Attorney Generals office to provide technical services, desktop support and help desk duties. As many of you know I have owned my own business since 1993 and have run it full-time for 5 ½ years. This was a difficult decision for me to make and I do plan to continue my business in a Part-time manner. This is a major life change as I will likely have to stop working in My PJ’s but it was an opportunity that long term is beneficial for me and my family.
How will this affect my position as State CDVP?
In most cases not at all – I will primarily be working M-F with an occasional Saturday – I should be able to work those out as to not conflict with State events and Chapter events around the state. I may have some travel through NYS for the job so I may find myself in NYC or Buffalo or other locations at times so I’d use those opportunities to visit. The only thing that may change is I won’t be able to answer my phone every time it rings at work for business and personal calls so leave a message and I will return your calls and e-mails at my 1st opportunity. I am scheduled to start June 2nd…
Monday, March 24, 2008
OYNY Convention Registration
This is a link to pay for your OYNY 2008 Registration - - You still need to fill out a registration
form and send it in or e-mail it to Melissa George ankledolphin@hotmail.com
form and send it in or e-mail it to Melissa George ankledolphin@hotmail.com
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Leadership Academy
The Leadership Academy in Tulsa was Awesome.... What was once only available to chapter presidents has been extended to all chapter and state officers.
With only 2 New Yorkers attending in 2008 I hope you will all consider applying next year. The experience is worth your time. There were attendees from across the United States and also some international guests. While I have been a Jaycee for 8 years the majority of the attendies have now become new friends
With only 2 New Yorkers attending in 2008 I hope you will all consider applying next year. The experience is worth your time. There were attendees from across the United States and also some international guests. While I have been a Jaycee for 8 years the majority of the attendies have now become new friends
Monday, January 14, 2008
Surreal Experience
This weekend I had the honor of being invited to participate in the United States Junior Chambers Leadership Academy.
I had a surreal experience as I left Tulsa. I had never been to Tulsa before and while I knew a few people there before attending most of the participants were total strangers from across the United States and other countries. I'll discuss my trainings in another blog.
When I was leaving I took the shuttle with Mel From Batavia and 2 other Jaycees I met over the weekend. As we walked through the airport we decided to get lunch. About 20 new friends were at the TGIF and the staff said they were full so we moved on. We found another place to eat and saw another 5 Jaycees that we knew. After finishing lunch and walking to my gate to return to NY I couldn't walk more than a hundred yards without hearing a hello and have a good trip home from my new friends. I then finally got on the plane and ended up sitting to a young guy who was a Jaycee who I hadn't met at the Leadership Academy.
Traveling to Tulsa I likely saw many of these same people in the airport and then walking around the hotel but they were strangers.
In this one weekend we all experienced the epitome of the Jaycees - We build more than Leaders, We build friendships.
As I walked through the Tulsa airport I saw friends in a place I'd never been.
I had a surreal experience as I left Tulsa. I had never been to Tulsa before and while I knew a few people there before attending most of the participants were total strangers from across the United States and other countries. I'll discuss my trainings in another blog.
When I was leaving I took the shuttle with Mel From Batavia and 2 other Jaycees I met over the weekend. As we walked through the airport we decided to get lunch. About 20 new friends were at the TGIF and the staff said they were full so we moved on. We found another place to eat and saw another 5 Jaycees that we knew. After finishing lunch and walking to my gate to return to NY I couldn't walk more than a hundred yards without hearing a hello and have a good trip home from my new friends. I then finally got on the plane and ended up sitting to a young guy who was a Jaycee who I hadn't met at the Leadership Academy.
Traveling to Tulsa I likely saw many of these same people in the airport and then walking around the hotel but they were strangers.
In this one weekend we all experienced the epitome of the Jaycees - We build more than Leaders, We build friendships.
As I walked through the Tulsa airport I saw friends in a place I'd never been.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
2008 National Primary Feb 5 2008
The Presidential primary is several weeks away - Do you know who you are going to vote for? Do you know where the candidates stand? Are you registered?
If you're not registered there are just a few days left to do so. More importantly, if you're not registered to vote, WHY NOT???
Registering isn't very difficult and it is the right thing to do, it also allows you to vote. You are not required to register for a specific party but you may only vote in the primary for the party in which you are registered. This means if you are registered as a Democrat you can only vote on the Democratic line in the primary, same holds true if you are registered as a Republican, you may only vote on the Republican line.
You may vote for any candidate or write in your own in general elections. Mickey Mouse and other such characters will not be counted, nor can they win even with a majority of the vote.
If you don't know who the candidates are or where they stand. Do some research, ask people you trust, watch the debates.
While the Junior Chamber is a non-partisan organization we are big time advocates of geting involved with your local Government and beyond.
If young people don't vote - Our opinions don't mean much to polititions.
Need info on how to register - Contact me - Scott Kingsley or your local town government.
If you're not registered there are just a few days left to do so. More importantly, if you're not registered to vote, WHY NOT???
Registering isn't very difficult and it is the right thing to do, it also allows you to vote. You are not required to register for a specific party but you may only vote in the primary for the party in which you are registered. This means if you are registered as a Democrat you can only vote on the Democratic line in the primary, same holds true if you are registered as a Republican, you may only vote on the Republican line.
You may vote for any candidate or write in your own in general elections. Mickey Mouse and other such characters will not be counted, nor can they win even with a majority of the vote.
If you don't know who the candidates are or where they stand. Do some research, ask people you trust, watch the debates.
While the Junior Chamber is a non-partisan organization we are big time advocates of geting involved with your local Government and beyond.
If young people don't vote - Our opinions don't mean much to polititions.
Need info on how to register - Contact me - Scott Kingsley or your local town government.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Community Development and your Chapter
Community Development and your Chapter
Community Involvement is a symbiotic relationship. A relationship that benefits both your Chapter members and the communities you live in. I’m sure you’ve heard the expression it’s not what you know but who you know. Well both are important but if you’re looking to recruit new members in your community and they don’t know who you are, good luck. If you want town leaders to think of the Junior Chamber to help with events and they don’t know who you are, good luck.
One of the easiest things to do is to attend Town/City Meetings. They are always open to the public and there is typically a public comment time so you can speak about events you have coming up. The more often you attend and participate the more likely you will have opportunities to find new projects. Who knows, maybe you will find the urge to join the planning or zoning board.
Business and Professional Associations: They are local and likely have members that are potential members, employers or employees. They aren’t typically free but they often have free events. Do you have a member that is a Chamber of Commerce member; see if you can go to a mixer as a guest. I offer that benefit to all our chapter members.
Local Community Organizations: Knights of Columbus, Rotary, 4H, Elks Club, etc. They are established in the community and they can be both a resource and become participants in your events and trainings. Are there projects that you can work on with them?
My challenge to you is to attend a town meeting, contact a local organization and talk about the Junior Chamber. Do potential members in your community know about the state convention this month? Do they know about projects you have planned over the next few months?
Have questions, success stories to share? Call me. E-mail me dstern@alittlehelp.net or go online to http://www.2008cdvp.blogspot.com/ and leave me a message.
Community Involvement is a symbiotic relationship. A relationship that benefits both your Chapter members and the communities you live in. I’m sure you’ve heard the expression it’s not what you know but who you know. Well both are important but if you’re looking to recruit new members in your community and they don’t know who you are, good luck. If you want town leaders to think of the Junior Chamber to help with events and they don’t know who you are, good luck.
One of the easiest things to do is to attend Town/City Meetings. They are always open to the public and there is typically a public comment time so you can speak about events you have coming up. The more often you attend and participate the more likely you will have opportunities to find new projects. Who knows, maybe you will find the urge to join the planning or zoning board.
Business and Professional Associations: They are local and likely have members that are potential members, employers or employees. They aren’t typically free but they often have free events. Do you have a member that is a Chamber of Commerce member; see if you can go to a mixer as a guest. I offer that benefit to all our chapter members.
Local Community Organizations: Knights of Columbus, Rotary, 4H, Elks Club, etc. They are established in the community and they can be both a resource and become participants in your events and trainings. Are there projects that you can work on with them?
My challenge to you is to attend a town meeting, contact a local organization and talk about the Junior Chamber. Do potential members in your community know about the state convention this month? Do they know about projects you have planned over the next few months?
Have questions, success stories to share? Call me. E-mail me dstern@alittlehelp.net or go online to http://www.2008cdvp.blogspot.com/ and leave me a message.
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