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Upcoming Events
Leadership Greater Washington has many events and activities, which help to create a platform to enable change and strengthen the bond among the region's leaders.
Deadline for Class of 2011 Applications
Date: Wednesday,
March 31, 2010
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: LGW Office
24th Anniversary Awards Dinner &
Silent Auction
Date: Tuesday,
April 13, 2010
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Location:
Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert St., NW
Washington, DC 20008
7th Annual Golf
"Tournament of Leaders"
Date: Tuesday,
May 18, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location:
Lake Presidential
3151 Presidential
Golf Dr.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Summer Member Dinners
Date: Thursday,
June 3, 2010
(Active Members Only)
Annual Meeting
& Celebration
Date: Thursday,
June 24, 2010
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: TBD
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Member Buzz
Michele Booth Cole ('98) was honored as one of 2009's Washingtonians of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine for her work with Safe Shores - The DC Children's Advocacy Center.
Tamara Copeland ('04) & Artis Hampshire-Cowan ('89) are being honored at Prince George's County's 2009 Civic Leadership Awards Dinner on April 29 for their service to the County and its residents.
Louis Davis, Jr. ('08) was featured in The Washington Informer for his recent appointment as AARPDC's Senior State Director.
Pinkie Dent Mayfield ('01) welcomed the arrival of a baby boy, Carl Alexander Mayfield II, on February 18, 2010.
Alex Hahn's ('06) and his wife became parents when Charlotte Virginia Hahn arrived on February 2, 2010. Alex was also recently appointed Vice President of VOX Global.
Glen Howard ('98) was featured in the Arts Section of The Washington Post on March 21, 2010 for his rich and diverse musical life.
Bob Hutson ('03) recently retired as President of Providence Health Foundation and will be walking a half-marathon in June 2010 to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Karen Kalish ('90) was featured in the Milwaukee Wisconsin Journal Sentinel for her efforts in training St. Louis-area teachers to visit students' homes in order to improve achievement by way of parental involvement.
Lisa Mallory ('07) recently joined the DC Government as COO of the Department of Employment Services.
Skip McKoy ('92) did a book signing at Busboys & Poets in Washington, DC on February 11, 2010 for his recently published work "Paying to Play in Hong Kong."
Susan Pepper ('90), in her role as 2010 Greater Washington Commercial Association of Realtors' President, announced the winners of their annual awards in a special Washington Business Journal insert. The honors salute the best in the industry and remarkable performances in commercial real estate over the last year.
Nicole Quiroga ('08) & Frank Ross ('89) will be honored on April 30 during the Washington Business Journal's 2010 Minority Business Leader Awards.
Paula Rothenberg's ('00) organization, The Wellness Community, was the grand prize winner of more than $100,000 in goods and services in the TV show First Extreme Office Makeover.
Mahan Tavakoli's ('98) and his wife announced the arrival of their second daughter, Ariana Michelle Tavakoli, on January 14, 2010.
Robin Thurman ('07) was quoted in The Washington Post on January 10, 2010 for encouraging words she gave to Washington area students at McKinley Technology High School's FIRST Robotics Competition.
Dick Walker ('07) was appointed Managing Director of Orr Associates, Inc. (OAI) in January 2010.
If you are an active LGW member and would like a personal, professional, or community accomplishment to be included in the next e-update, please submit your story to Jackie Dilworth at jdilworth@lgwdc.org.
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Shine On! LGW's Annual Awards
Gala Slated for April 13
Join us on Tuesday, April 13, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel as Leadership Greater Washington (LGW) salutes the leadership stars of Greater Washington and announces - for the first time - the recipient of the coveted 2010 Fannie Mae Volunteer of the Year Award.
Chaired by Denise Hart ('08), President of O2 Collaborative, this year's gala will take place from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. LGW's Annual Awards dinner is always one of the highlights of the year, from its cocktail hour with silent auction - led by Sarah Coviello ('05), President of Coviello & Associates, and Realtor Orysia Stanchak ('05) of Long and Foster Real Estate - to the after-event dancing.
Be part of the excitement when, in addition to announcing the recipient of the 2010 Fannie Mae Volunteer of the Year Award, we will:
For additional information, to register for the event, or to donate items for the silent auction, visit www.lgwdc.org. For information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Tina Wells at twells@lgwdc.og or 202.777.4495.
q Present Winston Duncan, Yorktown High School student and Wheels to Africa founder with the 2010 Freddie Mac Foundation Youth Leadership Award; q Pay tribute to DC SCORES and Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., recipients of the 2010 Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Youth Partnership Award, and q Honor the Recreation Wish List Committee with the 2010 Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company, Community Connector Award. |
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Haiti Relief: The Long Road Ahead
Just eight days after a 7.0 earthquake devastated Haiti, LGW and the Greater Washington Board of Trade cosponsored a briefing on the situation in Haiti and role that area organizations are playing in relief efforts. His Excellency Raymond Joseph, Haitian Ambassador to the United States, expressed his nation's gratitude for the United States' quick response, and urged participants not to "lose interest in the crisis," because Haiti is in dire need of long-term aid. Linda Mathes ('97), CEO of the American Red Cross of the National Capital Area, and Steve Morris ('08), National Capital Area Commander of The Salvation Army, agreed with the ambassador. While both told how their organizations were already working "around the clock" to offer critical services, from life-saving blood to counseling for those that lost loved ones, they made it clear that there is a long road ahead. "What took minutes to destroy will take years to rebuild," said Mathes. Speakers urged organizations to look for ways to help on a long-term basis - from blood drives and monetary donations to providing immigration legal guidance and Creole translation services. For more information, including an inventory of needs and details on how communities throughout the Greater Washington region are responding to the crisis, visit http://new.bot.org/Haiti.htm.
 Ambassador Raymond Joseph being interviewed by
the media after his presentation at the Haiti Briefing.
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The Dialogue Continues on
Foreclosure Crisis in Region
If you missed the latest forum on finding solutions to the foreclosure crisis in Greater Washington - or wish to revisit or share presentations with others - audio of speakers and panelists can now be heard on the Urban Institute's website.
Convened by LGW in partnership with the Urban Institute, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, this was the second regional dialogue on home foreclosures. Speakers explored recent changes in the foreclosure and delinquency rates in the region - including a shift in foreclosures from neighborhoods with high rates of subprime loans to those where home prices have declined. In addition, a panel of business and neighborhood coalitions presented innovations and best practices in working with mortgage servicers to prevent foreclosure and help families stay in their homes.
A third forum may be scheduled for the spring. "This issue clearly is not going away," notes LGW President & CEO Tim Kime ('98), "but we feel that together, we can push forward and find solutions."
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Mioshi Moses Joins LGW as
Vice President of Membership & COO
Mioshi Moses has joined LGW as Vice President of Membership & Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this capacity, Moses will examine LGW's programs and events to ensure that they actively engage members and promote long-term involvement. In addition, she will manage the internal operations of LGW, including human resources and finance.
Moses brings extensive experience in organizational management, strategic planning, business transformation, and membership development to her new role, but one thing tops her combination of skills and career experience... [read more].
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Thank You, 2010 Chair's Circle Members
LGW recently held the annual Chair's Circle luncheon at the Hay Adams Hotel to thank those members that provide exemplary, generous support to the organization. Many thanks to Hans Bruland ('01) for hosting this lovely event that enables us to show our appreciation and spark brainstorming to ensure LGW's success and impact in the future. To view a complete listing of members who are a part of this most exclusive membership level, please click here.
From left: Hans Bruland ('01), Tim Kime ('98), Jeanny Ho ('07),
Tony Cancelosi ('07), and Michael E. Melton ('07)
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Effective Leadership Institute Underway
LGW's new Effective Leadership Institute is now well underway. One day a month, from January to June, 22 mid-level managers to seasoned executives are enhancing their leadership skills through intensive, hands-on training. Conducted by Howard Ross ('91), Founder & Chief Learning Officer of Cook Ross and former LGW chairman, ELI has multiple streams. "The first," says Ross, "involves developing a greater sense of self-awareness about how we function as leaders. Through ELI, participants then develop the skills and competencies that are essential for effective management and accountability. Participants then delve further to build organizational understanding, such as how to shift the culture of an organization and unify people around a shared vision."
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YLGW Engages Area Youth in Shaping the Future
Forty eight high school sophomores and juniors are discovering that youth is no barrier when it comes to making a difference. Co-chaired by Mary Abbajay ('06), President & CEO of Careerstone Group, LLC, and Ramien Pierre ('05), Youth Leadership Greater Washington's (YLGW) Class of 2010 unites young people from diverse neighborhoods and 37 schools to explore the challenges and opportunities of the region. From January to June, members of YLGW's Class of 2010 are exploring topics ranging from the arts and diversity to public safety and health. "If anyone is doubtful or cynical about the future, watching these young people in action would dispel those notions," says Abbajay. Adds Pierre, "It's remarkable to see them come together, connect, and, in just a few hours, discover that they, as leaders, can help create solutions to the region's challenges."
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Connections Focuses on Nonprofit Leadership
Tune into Connections - a local 30-minute television program produced by DCTV in partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement (CNA) - and you may see several LGW members featured in the series. In a segment taped earlier this year, Amy Harbison ('10), Director of Communications at the Meyer Foundation and LGW's Tim Kime were among those that joined Connections host and Center CEO Glen O'Gilvie ('10) to discuss the importance of leadership in the nonprofit sector. Connections airs Tuesday through Thursday afternoons on Comcast 96, RCN 11 and Verizon Fios 28. Beginning in April, viewers will also be able to access the program on demand, via Vimeo.com.
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7th Annual Golf "Tournament of Leaders"
Tees Off on May 18
Mark your calendar for May 18, 2010, when LGW will hold its 7th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit Youth Leadership Greater Washington. Open to both LGW members and guests, the tournament will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lake Presidential Golf Club in Upper Marlboro, MD. Just two years old, Lake Presidential was named one of the "top 10 new courses in the U.S." and as the best Golf for Business Destination in DC by Golf Magazine in 2009. Watch for sponsorship and registration information, to be available soon on www.lgwdc.org. |
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LGW Member Dinners: Food, Fun and Friends
More than 45 LGW members gathered in the homes of eight LGW members across the region on March 10, enjoying dinner and great conversation. Member Dinners are an informal, fun way to reconnect with friends and meet new class members. Just look at these testimonials from the dinners earlier this month:
Daniel Flores ('10): "If we were to do this again, I don't know how to top it but am sure we could have fun figuring it out."
Camille Mosley ('09): "As always, great connections, interesting conversations and a reaffirmation of why I love LGW!"
Debra Silimeo ('02): "Member dinners are truly one of LGW's best ideas!"
The next Member Dinners will take place on Thursday, June 3. If you would like to host a dinner in your home, please contact Jackie Dilworth at jdilworth@lgwdc.org or 202.777.4491. |
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