Far West Region 28 th Regional Conference

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1 Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated Far West Region 28 th Regional United Leaders Sharing in Sisterhood and Making a Difference

2 Table of Contents CONTENTS PAGE. NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHAIR S MESSAGE 3 LIST OF CANDIDATES 4 REGIONAL DIRECTOR CANDIDATE PROFILES LaTanya Bellow 5-7 Patricia Grooms-Jones 8-10 REGIONAL TREASURER CANDIDATE PROFILES Lisa Grant-Dawson REGIONAL SECRETARY CANDIDATE PROFILES Florence Lankford REGIONAL MEMBER-AT-LARGE CANDIDATE PROFILES None Slated 17 NATIONAL ENDORSED CANDIDATE PROFILES Vara Allen-Jones NOTES 21 ELECTION RULES 22

3 United Leaders Sharing in Sisterhood and Making a Difference Dear Mothers of the Fabulous Far West Region, Far West Region Nominating Committee: Cheronda Guyton, Chair Los Angeles Della Caver Fresno Carolyn Veal-Hunter Sacramento Dawn Wilson Pasadena Karen Clopton San Francisco Dionne Willis Anchorage Linda Owens South Los Angeles The Nominating Committee presents to you the 2015 Far West Regional Candidates Profile Book. Please review the enclosed information profiling the credentials of each of the slated candidates. This information has been prepared as an aid to assist you in selecting our Regional Officers. Please note that text appears in the candidate profile guide exactly as submitted. No edits were permitted. Thank you for your continued support in Jack & Jill of America, Incorporated and we look forward to seeing you at the 2015 Regional in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sincerely, Cheronda Guyton Regional Nominating Committee Chair We are the change that we seek. Barack Obama 3

4 2015 Regional Candidates CANDIDATES FOR REGIONAL DIRECTOR LaTanya Bellow Patricia Grooms-Jones CANDIDATE FOR REGIONAL TREASURER Lisa Grant-Dawson CANDIDATE FOR REGIONAL SECRETARY Florence Lankford CANDIDATE FOR REGIONAL MEMBER-AT-LARGE None Slated CANDIDATE FOR NATIONAL ENDORSED CANDIDATE Vara Allen-Jones 4

5 Candidate Profile Far West Region Regional Director Candidate LaTanya Bellow CANDIDATE for REGIONAL DIRECTOR Eligibility: Teen s: (e.g.) 2014 City Name/State Hotel/ Center 2009 Los Angeles Claremont McKenna University 2011 San Francisco, CA San Francisco State University 2014 San Diego, CA San Diego State University Area Workday Cluster(s): Area Workday (e.g.)xx Cluster 2014 City/State XX Center Seattle, WA Cedar Brooke Lodge 2014 San Mateo, CA Marriott 2014 Ontario, CA Ontario Hotel 5

6 Regional (s): Type Regional Mothers (e.g.)xx Regional Seattle Wa Regional Tri-Valley Regional Anchorage Alaska Regional 2014 City/State XX Center 2009 Bellvue WA Sheraton Bellvue 2011 Pleasanton, CA Marriott Pleasanton 2013 Anchorage, AK Sheraton Anchorage National (s): Type National Mothers (e.g.)41 st National al 40 th National 41 st National 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2012 Philadelphia 2014 Charlotte Center The reason I am pursuing this office is: I am pursuing this office because of my desire to continue to serve the Region. Since joining in 2005 I have served this organization with poise, professionalism, dedication and a heart for children. I run for the Office of Regional Director with great humility truly believing I am prepared. As the Langston Hughes poem states, life for me ain t been no crystal stair, it s had tracks in it, splinters and boards torn up.. I did not take the elevator to this opportunity but climbed each stair of SERVICE; service as a Group Mom, Committee Chair, Recording Secretary, Vice President and President; Service on a National and Regional Committee, service as a Teen Advisor and currently as your Regional Secretary. Every experience and position has ensured I acquired the skills to serve as your RD. 6

7 What professional and/or leadership experience do you have that is relevant to the office you seek? As the current Human Resources Director for a city, I have over 17 years of experience working collaboratively at all levels to create and implement organizational strengthening changes. I was awarded the 2015 National H.R. Award of Excellence for my city for innovation and streamlining processes. As the Regional Secretary I have successfully worked with all levels of this organization across the nation and have made significant and respected contributions to the Far West Region during my first term in office. I am committed, collaborative, exude leadership and will work hard to continue achieving results if chosen as your R.D. List your Jack and Jill involvement. I have had consistent involvement in this organization in a leadership role. Whether appointed, elected or volunteered I have served this organization consistently since I joined in My list of service is as follows: Position Year Regional Secretary Chapter President Regional Membership Chair/National Committee Teen Advisor & Lead Chaperone Vice President Chair of Children s Cluster 2009 Group III Mom Lead 2011 Member FWR Grievance Team 2010 Hurricane Katrina Chair-Community Service 2005 Recording Secretary

8 Candidate Profile Far West Region Regional Director Candidate Patricia Grooms-Jones CANDIDATE for REGIONAL DIRECTOR Eligibility: Teen s: (e.g.) 2014 City Name/State Hotel/ Center 2014 San Diego UCSD 2013 Arizona ASU Area Workday Cluster(s): Area Workday (e.g.)xx Cluster 2014 City/State XX Center Northern Cluster 2014 Tri-Valley San Mateo Marriott Southern Cluster 2014 Inland Empire Ontario Southern Cluster 2013 Pomona Ontario Northern Cluster 2013 Seattle Cedarbrook Lodge Southern Cluster 2012 Las Vegas Green Valley Ranch Southern Cluster 2011 North County SD Torrey Pines Hilton Southern Cluster 2010 South LA Marriott Southern Cluster 2009 Inglewood Marriot Southern Cluster 2007 San Diego Sheraton 8

9 Regional (s): Type Regional Mothers (e.g.)xx Regional Regional Regional Regional 2014 City/State XX Center 2013 Alaska Anchorage Sheraton 2011 Tri-Valley Pleseaton 2009 Seattle Bellvue National (s): Type National Mothers (e.g.)41 st National al National National National National 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2014 Charlotte/NC Westin 2012 Philadelphia Marriot 2010 Chicago Hilton 2008 Miami The Doral The reason I am pursuing this office is: I am passionate about the ideals of Jack and Jill. I will create opportunities that embrace the intrinsic value of our organization while maintaining the inherent key of fostering leadership and legacy for our children. I would be honored to support our ideas, celebrate our work, and nurture relationships that transcend membership and chapter boundaries. Since joining Jack & Jill, I have served with consistent participation at the Chapter, Regional and National levels, demonstrating commitment to our organization. Mothers coming together to produce worthwhile programming ignites my pride for our Fabulous Far West region and regular recognition at the national level is a milestone we will achieve together. As your Regional Director, I will continue the legacy of our founding member Marion Stubbs Thomas as we enter our 78 th year of dedicated service to our children. I am your right choice for the next Far West Regional Director. 9

10 What professional and/or leadership experience do you have that is relevant to the office you seek? I am a tenured Professor of Career Technical Education, Academic Senator, Orientation Coordinator, Mentor, former Department Chair and International Educator. My ability to communicate genuinely and build relationships across regions that will improve our organization, are important attributes of a Regional Director. Twelve years of membership has prepared me to successfully and effectively fulfill the duties of this office. As National Protocol Chair I support the National Executive Board to enhance protocol practices. My goal is to lead with Dedication, Inspiration, Vision, and Authenticity (D.I.V.A) and keep the true spirit of Jack & Jill of America, Incorporated always relevant. List your Jack and Jill involvement. Chapter: Chair of various group activities, Parliamentarian, Co-Teen Advisor, Vice President, President (Awarded Superior Programming, chartered NCSD s Associate Chapter, foundation gift $4, in donations: Sickle Cell Foundation, Walden Family Services, Oceanside Boys & Girls Club, streamlined budget and ended term with $5,000 surplus) Regional: Protocol Chair, Workshop Presenter, 2 Teen s, 9 Area Work Days, Co-Chair Southern Cluster 11, 3 s, Grievance, Teller, Census, Credentials Committees. National: Chair of the Protocol Committee, Published VIP Passbook, Host of 1st National Protocol Webinar, 2 time invitee Marion Stubbs Leadership Academy, 4 s, Celebrate 75, Inaugural Associate Retreat, Logistics Committee. 10

11 Candidate Profile Far West Region Regional Treasurer Candidate Lisa Grant- Dawson CANDIDATE for REGIONAL TREASURER Eligibility: Teen s: (e.g.) 2014 City Name/State Hotel/ Center 2008 Long Beach, CA Long Beach State 2010 San Fernando, CA Cal Lutheran University 2014 San Diego UC San Diego Area Workday Cluster(s): Area Workday (e.g.)xx Cluster 2014 City/State XX Center Central Mother s 2010 GV- Napa, CA Napa Marriott AWD Northern Mother s 2013 Seattle Seattle, Cedarbrook Lodge AWD WA Southern Mother s 2013 Pom Ontario, Ontario Airport Hotel AWD CA Northern Mother s 2014 Tri-V San Marriott San Mateo AWD Mateo, CA Southern Mother s AWD 2014 In Emp Ontario, CA Ontario Airport Hotel 11

12 Regional (s): Type Regional Mothers (e.g.)xx Regional 27 th Mother s Reg Conf 2014 City/State XX Center 2013 Anchorage, AL Sheraton, Anchorage National (s): Type National Mothers (e.g.)41 st National al 40 th National 41 st National 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2012 Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia Marriot 2014 Charlotte, NC Westin Charlotte The reason I am pursuing this office is: I am pursuing the office of Regional Treasurer due to my desire to improve the business, operational, and financial practices of the organization. I believe the membership needs and expects best practices, tools, training and infrastructure to manage the data and reporting of Jack and Jill, and I am willing to work in pursuit of such goals. I also seek to be a strategic partner to not only our Chapters, but also our Regional and National leadership teams, in the planning and pursuit of powerful programming. I want the value of the investment of membership in our illustrious organization to be realized by all mothers, as we work, play, and live to enhance the lives of our families and communities through service. 12

13 What professional and/or leadership experience do you have that is relevant to the office you seek? I am a business professional whose career has spanned the public and private sectors. I am currently the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Operations for the Hayward Unified School District. My responsibilities include managing the financial management and reporting functions of the organization. I have also held the role as treasurer for my local Jack and Jill and Sorority chapters, in addition to other community service groups. My leadership ability to strategically meet the goals of an organization requires working successfully with people and enhancing opportunities for collective success and financial fortitude. List your Jack and Jill involvement. I am a legacy member of the Greater Vallejo Chapter and have maintained active membership since I have been a Group leader at each level, and began my executive board career as the Recording Secretary. I was elected Program Director for four years, and subsequently Treasurer for two. I have also been the chapter parliamentarian and chaired several committees, including Central Area Workday. I have also served as the Regional Polices and Procedures Chair, serving on the National Policies and Procedures Committee. Additionally, I was a Chapter President, and am currently the Regional Treasurer for the Far West Region. 13

14 Candidate Profile Far West Region Regional Secretary Candidate Florence Lankford CANDIDATE for REGIONAL SECRETARY Eligibility: Teen s: (e.g.) 2014 City Name/State Hotel/ Center 2012 Pomona, CA Pfitzer College Area Workday Cluster(s): Area Workday (e.g.)xx Cluster 2014 City/State XX Center Southern Area Workday (Inland Empire) 2014 Ontario, CA Ontario Airport Hotel and Center Southern Area Workday (Pomona) Southern Area Workday Central Area Workday Southern Area Workday Southern Area Workday (South LA) 2013 Ontario, CA Ontario Airport Hotel and Center 2012 Las Vegas, CA Green Valley Resort and Spa 2012 Fresno, CA Holiday Inn Hotel 2011 San Diego, CA Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines Hotel 2010 Torrance, CA Marriott Hotel 14

15 Regional (s): Type Regional Mothers (e.g.)xx Regional Regional (Anchorage) Regional (Tri- Valley) 2014 City/State XX Center 2013 Anchorage, AK Sheraton Hotel 2011 Pleasanton, CA Marriott Hotel National (s): Type National Mothers (e.g.)41 st National al 41 st National 40 th National 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2014 Charlotte, NC Center 2012 Philadelphia, PA Center The reason I am pursuing this office is: I m pursuing this office because I believe my professional and leadership experience will be a seamless blend to enhance the regional team. Professionally I specialize in documenting procedures for our workforce to follow. I can add value by creating efficient ways to collect membership data, distribute concise and easy-to-follow documentation and provide innovative ways to make our team available to our members. As a charter member of my chapter, I ve held various offices including President and have served as the Regional Editor. I currently serve as our region s Technology Chair and have updated our website and provided insight to the NEB to improve our existing Member Information System. I hope to bring the skills, professionalism and grace developed from these previous experiences. 15

16 What professional and/or leadership experience do you have that is relevant to the office you seek? My professional experience includes a 15+ year career in Information Technology with a 10 year emphasis in Healthcare Administration. As a Project Manager, I ve been responsible for automating manual processes that provide efficiencies to process millions of dollars on a monthly basis. I m familiar with researching computer software that will assist our Regional Team to be leaders in improving ways we handle our membership and brand. I m always eager to embrace new ideas and believe they can all add value. Ideas, Words and Action can change the world! List your Jack and Jill involvement. I currently serve as the Far West Region representative for the National Technology Committee, Chapter Treasurer and Co-Chair for the 2015 Southern Area Work Day. Regional Involvement: Regional Editor ( ) Chapter Involvement: Charter member of Santa Clarita Valley/Antelope Valley Chapter, Chapter President, Editor, Group 1 Chair and Parliamentarian. I ve been on a host of chapter committees as well as helped plan and execute the 2012 Children s Cluster. 16

17 Candidate Profile Far West Region Regional Member-At-Large Candidate CANDIDATE for REGIONAL MEMBER-AT-LARGE No Slated Candidates 17

18 Candidate Profile Far West Region National Endorsed Candidate Vara Allen- Jones CANDIDATE for NATIONAL ENDORSED CANDIDATE Eligibility: Teen s: (e.g.) 2014 City Name/State Hotel/ Center 2014 San Diego/CA UCSD campus 2012 Inland Empire/CA Pomona campus Area Workday Cluster(s): Area Workday (e.g.)xx Cluster 2014 City/State XX Center Southern cluster 2014 Ontario/CA Ontario Airport Hotel and Center Southern cluster 2013 Ontario/CA Ontario Airport Hotel and Center Northern cluster 2013 Seattle/WA Cedarbrook Lodge Northern cluster 2012 Anchorage/AK University of Alaska Anchorage Northern cluster 2009 Anchorage/AK University of Alaska Anchorage Northern cluster 2005 Anchorage/AK Hilton Hotel 18

19 Regional (s): Type Regional Mothers (e.g.)xx Regional Far West Regional Far West Regional Far West Regional 2014 City/State XX Center 2014 Anchorage/AK Anchorage Sheraton Hotel 2011 Pleasanton/AK Pleasanton Marriott 2009 Seattle/WA Marriott National (s): Type National Mothers (e.g.)41 st National al 41 st National 39 th National 35 th National 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2014 Charlotte/NC Center 2010 Chicago/IL Hilton Center 2002 Los Angeles/CA Biltmore Hotel The reason I am pursuing this office is: To whom much is given much is required. This principle guides my decision to pursue the office of National Endorsed candidate. My Jack and Jill experiences range from Interest group coordinator to Regional Member-At-Large. There is still work to be done and I am willing and prepared to lead in those efforts. My collaborative spirit, goals oriented approach and sense of humor are key to my successes. I ve developed strong, positive relationships throughout the country as regional program chair on the National Program Committee and MAL Liaison for Foundation. I have the skills, temperament and time to serve as well as the support of my chapter and family. I am pursing this office because I desire to represent the region in the manner in which I strive to live in excellence. 19

20 What professional and/or leadership experience do you have that is relevant to the office you seek? I m blessed to have had a plethora of experiences in higher education as Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, Director of Multicultural Student Services and Director of Career Services in addition to serving as tenured faculty in the Counseling department. I possess strong communications skills and an ability to forge successful partnerships. As a collaborator, I am able to engage in difficult dialogues and still accomplish goals. My experiences have honed my appreciation for diverse ways of thinking and cultures, which are important values for our organization. I enjoy maximizing individual accomplishments of others. List your Jack and Jill involvement. National MAL Liaison to Foundation Board of Trustees and National Program Director, Member-Jack and Jill of America Foundation (JJOAF) Executive Board, JJOAF Budget, Nominating and Program Committee member, Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Program Committee member (4 years), JJ Marion Stubbs Thomas Leadership Academy attendee (2 years) Regional - Member-At-Large (MAL), Regional Program Chair (4 years), Strategic Planning & Time and Place Committee member, AWD co-chair, Regional hostess as president. Chapter Coordinated Interest Group, Provisional and Charter President, chapter president (2 terms), Program Director, Financial Secretary, Editor, Sargent-At-Arms, Teen Adviser, & Children s Cluster chair, and numerous committees. 20

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22 2015 Election Rules No campaign material is allowed in or around the room designated for voting. Delegates must remove all campaign material from in and around their table once the election process begins. Also, all campaign material that is being worn or displayed in the room must be removed at that time as well. A single ballot will be used in the election process, which means that all of the candidate s names will appear on one (1) ballot per office starting with the office of: Regional Director, followed by, Regional Treasurer Regional Secretary Regional Member-At-Large National Endorsed Candidate Officers shall be elected by majority vote 50% + 1 (of the delegates present and voting). In the event of a tie, the committee will continue the voting process until a winner is declared. The process will be conducted as follows: If the 1 st ballot yields a tie, a second vote will be taken for the position that has a tie. If the 2 nd ballot yields a tie, a third vote will be taken for the position that has a tie. If the 3 rd ballot yields a tie, the Nomination Committee will ask the candidate one question. They will have one (1) minute to respond. The Regional Timekeeper will be responsible for keeping track of the response time. Afterwards, a fourth vote will be taken for the position that yields a tie. Winners will be announced by the Chair (Regional Director), at the conclusion of the entire Primary election process. 22