I believe the key to leadership is being able to translate vision into reality; potential into practice. It is also about mobilizing and uniting people behind a worthy cause. And, it is taking the time to listen to the needs of members and to forge those ideas and concerns into a pragmatic plan of action.

 

I'm asking you to join me in taking our professional association to the next level so that it has greater relevance and impact in your professional life and for the educational organizations and students you serve. I am prepared to commit my experience, expertise, energy, and enthusiasm in leading NSPRA to accomplish that goal. I would be honored to have your support and vote in this election.

 

I have traveled over one million miles, worked with over 400 school districts and trained over 50,000 educational leaders in effective communication practices so I have a national perspective on your needs as a professional

 

In my work, I have created dozens of school PR jobs and improved the support for school communications in hundreds of school districts across the country

 

I have served our association at a state and national level as CalSPRA President and Southwest Region Vice President and have been recognized for my contributions to my colleagues as a recipient of the Barry Gaskins Mentor Legacy Award

 

I spent nine years as Assistant Executive Director of California's 15,000-member school administrators association so I understand the dynamics, demands and opportunities in leading a professional association

 

I encourage you to visit  www.tomdelapp.net to find out more about who I am and what I believe. The website contains endorsements from numerous NSPRA leaders who share my passion for our organization. I also have a blog that enables you to join NSPRA Conversations on topics that affect your future in school PR. If you get a chance, please drop me an e-mail or give me a call so we can talk about how NSPRA can positively impact your future!

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