Alumni Newsletter Spring 2017

Through the strategic planning process completed in 2015, it was determined that the organization would need to create a modern website that conveys the professionalism and leadership that are integral to Shore Leaderships mission and values with the ability to capture and maintain alumni, donations, sponsorships, and events in an integrated database. The database will help leverage alumni resources to help the organization grow and successfully sustain itself for the future.

A project work scope to outline the website features and functionalities important to meet the objectives outlined in the 2015 strategic plan was presented to six vendors to prepare and present a proposal for the website redesign project. The winning vendor selected to complete the project was Easton Utilities.

Easton Utilities has helped us create a fully integrated website with a back-end database that gives us the ability to export and maintain data in a centralized database. Additional features and functionality also include:• Extensive workflows for the application process which will automatically add the participant to the current year roster and allow the applicant to pay tuition fees online through a secure login feature.• Donations, sponsorships, and

annual alumni dues can now be submitted and paid online through a secure login feature.

• The ability to view events and register for events and pay online through a secure login.

• Social Media integration for Facebook and LinkedIn• E-Newsletter sign up

We encourage all alumni to go to shoreleadership.org and register to keep your contact information current with us. By staying connected, you will be provided with opportunities to connect directly with alumni and be notified of upcoming events. And if you are a currently dues paying member, you will also receive discounts to events.

So what are you waiting for? Register today at shoreleadership.org.

Questions? Contact us at info@shoreleadership.org

Shore Leadership Launches New Responsive Website

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Message from Board President, Debra Rich

Welcome Class of 2017! This year marks the 20th anniversary of

Shore Leadership and we have much to celebrate. As an active member of the program and board for the last six years,

I would like to highlight a few accomplishments since the

program began in 1997:

• 468 participants have graduated from the program• 32,000 hours of learning • 720 speakers • $100,000 in contributions & sponsorships • $23,000 in tuition assistance

In 2015, the Strategic Plan process ignited the board to raise the bar of our program through various initiatives beginning with:

• Alumni leadership sessions- LEADs events – Two sessions to date (Fall 2016 & Spring 2017)

• Database for alumni to stay connected • New responsive website launched in February 2017• Board orientation • Recruitment events

We are confident that the Class of 2017 will bring the program new opportunities to help us shape the future of the program in the coming year.

I also want to thank our facilitators; Joe Thomas and Carol Graser; the program committee led by Deb Urry; and the countless hours of planning that occurs by our board members, volunteers and speakers. Without all of you, we would not be where we are today.

PAY ITFORWARD

Sponsor a class, participate on a committee or donate to help a new leader graduate

from the program.

Donations and sponsorships can be made online at shoreleadership.org

Debra Rich Class of ‘11President

Jim Crowley Class of ‘12Vice President

Lisa Durham Class of ‘13Treasurer

Leslie Zimmerman Class of ‘14Secretary

Al Silverstein Class of ‘00

Cathy Cassell Class of ‘11

Deb Urry Class of ‘10

Elizabeth Anthony Class of ‘12

Gerri D. McGuire Class of ‘11

Julie Hickey Class of ‘15

Lauren Harding Class of ‘16

Jeff Moran Class of ‘14

Katie Clendaniel Class of ‘12

Rosemary Fasolo Class of ‘10

Tom Mendenhall Class of ‘16

Rebecca Combs Class of ‘16

Board of Directors

Chris Caulk - New Administrative Coordinator for Shore Leadership The Shore Leadership Board of Directors welcomes new Administrative Coordinator, Chris Caulk. Chris joined the team in January and has been working behind the scenes to support the board and welcome the new class of 2017. Chris is a self-employed consultant, with 30+ years of Administrative Support experience who helps organizations like Shore Leadership plan and schedule events.

Chris lives in Easton with her family and enjoys spending time with her grandson, Charlie. Please help us welcome Chris! She can be reached at info@shoreleadership.org.

“I am excited to accompany the new class on their leadership journey.”

Leisl Ashby Director of Facility ServicesPlanning & Construction Wicomico County Public Schools

Kathryn ClarkSenior VP Lending 1880 Bank

Paul Hagood Project Coordinator APG Media of Chesapeake

Thomas HutchinsonVice President, Strategic InitiativesQuality Health Strategies, Inc.

Robert KellySales ManagerKelly Distributors

Michael KikoLegislative DirectorOffice of Delegate Johnny Mautz, District 37B

Maria ReichartVP, Senior Loan Operations OfficerShore United Bank

Candice SchroepferSenior Food TechnologistPerdue Farms

Samuel ShogeEconomic Development CoordinatorTalbot County Office of Tourism & Economic Development

Lee Ann ShortallOperations ManagerAvon-Dixon Agency

Derek Simmons Director of Student ServicesCaroline County Public Schools

Renee StephensSenior Public Affairs ManagerDelmarva Power and Exelon Co.

Owen SutherlandGeneral ManagerHog Neck Golf Course

Sara VisintainerChief of StaffCaroline County Commissioners

Robert Weber Vice PresidentRommel Holdings, Inc.

Tami WeberDirector of Sales & MarketingCandle Light Cove Assisted Living

Derek WhiteExecutive DirectorYMCA of the Chesapeake

Denise LoveladyDistrict Rep - Community Liaison Mid-Shore RegionUS House of Representatives, Congressman Andy Harris

Kimberly MagahaSenior Advisor, CFPStratWealth

Beth MathisAdult Services DirectorBenedictine Programs

Gretchen MessickFishery Biologist/Admin. Team LeadCooperative Oxford Laboratory,Department of Commerce

Robin O’BrienVP, Senior Lending OfficerShore United Bank

David PlottsControllerCommunity Foundation of the Eastern Shore, Inc.

Welcome, Class of 2017!

Register on our new website to stay connected with other alumni at shoreleadership.org.

By paying the annual alumni dues of $85.00, you will gain access to alumni contact information and discounts to alumni LEADS events now offered in the spring and fall.

This year, the Shore Leadership Program celebrates 20 years and 468 alumni! Thank you to all of our participants, sponsors and contributors for helping us make this program a success.

20th Anniversary!

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