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Officers:
Board Chair -
Michelle Hernandez
Mountain Park Health
Center Foundation
Immediate Past Chair - Rob Leslie
Eide Bailly LLP
Chair Elect -
Mike Crusa
City of Tempe
Secretary/Treasurer - Greg Ensell
Cox Communications
Member-At-Large -
Tony Moya
SRP
Directors:
Victor Aranda
Wells Fargo
Ginny Arnett Caro
SCF Arizona
Cameron Black
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Dave Bolman
University of Advancing Technology
Harrison Brecht
ASU
Amy Buchan
Apollo Group
Scott Davis
APS
Hon. Louis Frank Dominguez
Phoenix Municipal Court
Marci Hendrickson
Jokake Construction
Jenny Holsman Tetreault
ASU Alumni Association
Rebecca Kennell
Custom Financial Design
George Khalaf
ASU
Elizabeth Krecker
Iasis Healthcare
Anita Favela Luera
ASU Cronkite School of Journalism
Alberto Olivas
MCCCD
Benah Parker
Center for the Future
of Arizona
Tim Pickering
Interim Public Management
Eric Sloan
SLOAN LYONS Public Affairs
Brad Vynalek
Quarles & Brady, LLC
Brian Wood
Waste Management |
| Leadership Institute Financial Aid Fund | |
Pay It Forward In the midst of these tough economic times, small businesses, organizations and individuals are finding it increasingly difficult to pay tuition for their emerging and existing leaders to go through premier leadership development programs such as Leadership Institute. In order to ensure the ability of all outstanding candidates to participate in our program, we are establishing the Leadership Financial Aid Fund. If you were able to graduate from the Leadership Institute, and especially if someone else - an employer or sponsor - made this experience possible for you, please consider making a contribution and paying it forward to a future leader in need.
To make a donation to the Leadership Financial Aid Fund, or for more information, please contact Executive Director Frank McCune at 602.952.6760, ext. 1 or frank@valleyleadership.org. |
| Book of the Month | | |
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
by Daniel H. Pink
Product description:
Most people believe that the best way to motivate is with rewards like money--the carrot-and-stick approach. That's a mistake, says Daniel H. Pink in Drive. In this provocative and persuasive new book, he asserts that the secret to high performance and satisfaction--at work, at school, and at home--is the deeply human need to direct our own lives, to learn and create new things, and to do better by ourselves and our world.
Drawing on four decades of scientific research on human motivation, Pink exposes the mismatch between what science knows and what business does-and how that affects every aspect of life. He examines the three elements of true motivation--autonomy, mastery, and purpose--and offers smart and surprising techniques for putting these into action in a unique book that will change how we think and transform how we live.
To learn more about this book, click here.
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| Quotes of the Month | | |
"I don't think of leadership as a position. I don't think of leadership as a skill. I think of leadership as a relationship."
--Phil Quigley, Pacific Bell
"How can your company grow if your people don't?"
--Johan Beeckmans, ITT World Directories
"For long-term success, we need to attract and retain the best people in the industry. To do that, we must create a company in which everyone can contribute his or her best, in which everyone is valued, regardless of differences."
--Andrea Zintz, Ortho Biotech |
| Leadership Resources | |
ChangingMinds.org
Welcome to ChangingMinds.org, the largest site in the world on all aspects of how we change what others think, believe, feel and do. There are already around 5000 pages here, all free and with much more to come!
ChangingMinds includes sections detailing the disciplines, techniques, principles and theories behind "changing mindes." In addition, the site compiles guest articles and anaylsis, book recommendations and hosts a blog, as well as complementary quotes, speeches and links to other sites of interest. |
| Valley Leadership's Social Media Campaign | | |
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Chair's Corner with Michelle Hernandez,
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Happy Holidays to the Valley Leadership community! It's difficult to believe 2011 is winding down, and as we look ahead to 2012, we have much to be thankful for here at Valley Leadership.
Just last month, we hosted the highest-attended Community Dialogue event in VL history, as nearly 300 gathered at the Herberger Theater to hear Mayor-Elect Greg Stanton (VL Class 19) and outgoing Mayor Phil Gordon discuss the future of Phoenix. We were also proud to partner with the ASU Alumni Association and the Scottsdale Charros to present Get on Board: Tools for the Nonprofit Board Member, as part of our Leadership Skills Series. As we reflect on the past year and look forward to the future, we are so thankful for the development of valued community partnerships and for your dedicated support of these and other programs.
In 2012, Valley Teen Leadership will begin its 16th year, and we have just wrapped up the interview portion of VTL selection. Class 16 is sure to include some impressive young leaders, and we look forward to sharing their accomplishments with you throughout the course of the program.
Finally, we are pleased to honor Jerry Lewkowitz and Sue Glawe as 2011 Man & Woman of the Year. Please save the date and join us to honor their achievements and contributions to the Valley when we celebrate the 63rd Annual Man & Woman of the Year Luncheon on March 22, 2012.
Many thanks to those who have already renewed your membership dues 2011-12. Your financial support is crucial to our ability to deliver such high-level programming and exciting community opportunities. If you have yet to renew, please consider us in your end-of-year giving. A portion of your dues or Community Stewards gift may be tax-deductible for 2011 if made before December 31.
All of us at Valley Leadership wish you happy holidays and best wishes for a new and prosperous year! |
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63rd Annual Man & Woman of the Year | |
Jerry Lewkowitz and Sue Glawe named
Man & Woman of the Year
Sue Glawe and Jerry Lewkowitz, with past Man & Woman of the Year honorees.
For the past 63 years, the Man & Woman of the Year awards, presented by Valley Leadership, have honored two outstanding individuals who have exhibited exemplary leadership and community outreach and remained true to their values and beliefs when faced with adversity.
On November 9, 2011, the Valley Leadership Board of Directors and Man & Woman Selection Committee were proud to announce our honorees. This year, we honor two inspiring leaders of our community, Jerry Lewkowitz and Sue Glawe, as the 2011
an & Woman of the Year. Mr. Lewkowitz and Ms. Glawe exemplify the leadership values, skills and knowledge essential to strengthening our Valley's social and economic well-being.
We are also grateful to have the previous Man & Woman of the Year, Jim Bruner and Sam Kathryn Campana, as our Honorary Event Co-Chairs.
We are currently seeking event sponsors; sponsorships range from $15,000 - $1,000. Proceeds from the event support Valley Leadership's continued efforts in leadership development.
The 63rd Annual Man & Woman of the Year event committee
with the honorees.
From left to right: VL Executive Director Frank McCune, Event Chair Milton Dellossier (Class 29), 2010 Woman of the Year Sam Kathryn Campana (Class 5), 2011 Man of the Year honoree Jerry Lewkowitz, Event Immediate Past Chair Amy Buchan (Class 31), 2011 Woman of the Year honoree Sue Glawe, 2010 Man of the Year Jim Bruner and Event Vice-Chair Sarah Finecey (Class 32).
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| Upcoming Events | | |
Alumni Social Event
Save the Date!
VL Alumni 2012 Kick-Off Party
Date: Thursday, January 19, 2012
Location: The Duce
525 S. Central Avenue
Phoenix 85004
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: $25 for all (VL alumni and guests)
includes amazing appetizers and either two glasses of beer/wine
OR one cocktail
Questions or RSVPs: contact Kim Cofer: email / (480) 399-0234 |
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Greg Stanton Elected Mayor of Phoenix | |
Valley Leadership congratulates Class 19 alum Greg Stanton!
Greg Stanton with wife Nicole (Class 29)
Stanton captured 56 percent of the votes in the Nov. 8 runoff election to defeat challenger Wes Gullett and succeed Phil Gordon as the next mayor of Phoenix. Stanton will become the 52nd mayor of Phoenix and will take office on January 3.
Stanton has also tapped into his VL network as he assembles a transition team that will help him put together a staff of policy advisors to the Mayor's Office. Paul Luna (Class 15) and Karlene Keogh Parks (Class 2) lead the transition team, which also includes VL alumni Rhonda Bannard (Class 20) and Leezie Kim (Class 22). Left: Councilman Bill Gates; Right: Councilman Tom Simplot As Mayor, Stanton will re-join fellow VL alumni Tom Simplot (Class 15) and Bill Gates (Class 28) on the Phoenix City Council. Simplot was first elected to City Council in a 2003 special election and has since been re-elected twice. Gates was elected to City Council in a special election in 2009. |
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Community Dialogue Series, sponsored by
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Phoenix in Transition Nearly 300 alumni and friends joined us at the Herberger Theater to hear current Mayor of Phoenix Phil Gordon and Mayor-Elect Greg Stanton discuss the future of Phoenix the transition to new leadership. Thank you for making this the highest attended Community Dialogue event in Valley Leadership history!
(click image to view the full Dialogue between Mayor-Elect Stanton and Mayor Gordon, held November 17, 2011, at the Herberger Theater.) If you were unable to join us at last month's Dialogue, you are in luck! The full discussion is now available for viewing online;
Community Partners: Thanks to our sponsors of this Community Dialogue event: and |
| Annual Member Dues Campaign | | |
Invest in Success!
 
Valley Leadership's annual member dues campaign is currently in full swing, and we encourage you to invest in the success of our organization. Valley Leadership can only strive to achieve our mission "to enhance the abilities of individuals to serve and strenghthen our communities" through the support of our alumni and friends in the community.
Many thanks to those who have already renewed your dues for 2011-12.
Membership Dues Levels:
$100 - discounts to alumni events and complimentary admission for one to a Community Dialogue Series event.
$250 - discounts to alumni events; two complimentary admissions for Community Dialogue Series event(s); one ticket to the 63rd Annual Man & Woman of the Year Luncheon ($120 value)
Payment of membership dues at all levels includes access to the online alumni directory, newsletter recognition and member discounts to Valley Leadership eventese.
Click here to learn about all the benefits associated with each membership level, or read below to learn more about our Community Stewards Society at the $500-and-up membership levels. |
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Discover the Benefits of Being a Community Steward
Please consider joining the ranks of our munity Stewards and support Valley Leadership at a higher level.
Membership in the Community Stewards Society comes with a myriad of benefits at all levels, including:
- Free attendance to specially arranged tours, programs, social events and Community Dialogues
- A complimentary gold Valley Leadership nametag designating your Community Stewards Society membership
- At least two tickets to Valley Leadership's annual Man & Woman of the Year Awards Luncheon ($240+ value)
- Annual membership dues are included
- Invitations to special receptions for Community Stewards
- Membership is subject to a tax deduction (please consult your tax advisor)
- Donor recognition on Valley Leadership's website for a full year, as well as in the Annual Summary of Accomplishments and the Man & Woman of the Year program
If you take advantage of all that a Community Stewards Society membership offers, it is an exceptional value - and you are also supporting Valley Leadership's mission "to enhance the abilities of leaders to serve and strengthen our communities." Click here to join the Community Stewards Society today. |
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Leadership Institute Program Day 2 Re-Cap:
Health & Social Services | | |
by Chris Kotterman (Class 33)
VL Class 33 continued its journey to be future leaders of the Valley when its members gathered on November 4 at Mountain Park Community Health Center in Phoenix to learn about healthcare, human services and non-profits.
Presenters to the class included a wide range of individuals from across the public, social service, healthcare and non-profit sectors. Leadership Institute Chair Dave Bolman was overheard to say that it was perhaps the most speakers ever assembled for a program day.
The class heard from Mountain Park Health Center CEO Dr. John Swagert about the Valley healthcare system in general, and specifically about the need that Mountain Park fulfills in the community. Next, we heard from VL17 alum and Valley of the Sun United Way Vice President Brian Spicker, who very effectively indicated the very real consequences of limited resources for human services. The exercise was so effective that it left this reporter inspired to effect change in my community.
The latter half of the day was dedicated to learning about the role of various health, human and animal service institutions in the Valley, as well as non-profit governance. VL33 got the chance to interact with and ask questions of a remarkable number of people who are doing fantastic work in our community.
Once again, the end of the day brought us together to debrief what we had learned. It is generally agreed that after two rounds, Mountain Park is the leader in the unofficial program day venue competition, owing mostly to the padded chairs and the food. More importantly, we were educated and inspired by the work done by those in the non-profit/social service sector, and we gained a deeper understanding of the challenges they face. We look forward to continuing to learn about the many ways that the members of Class 33 can be engaged as future leaders of the Valley.
Click here to review the full Program Day agenda.
  
Left: 2008 Woman of the Year Denise Resnik speaks during the CEO Moment. Middle: LI Chair Dave Bolman (Class 30) chats with Class 33 members. Right: Guest Speaker Sharon Sergent talks about the role of government and public policy in providing social services. |
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TARA BETHELL
Tara graduated from Arizona State University and is the Vice Pr esident, Human Resources & Risk Management, at Beatitudes Campus. Her responsibilties include staff recruitment, training, wellness promotion, community outreach, compliance, contract review and litigation support, among many others.
Community Activities/Affiliations: Guest instructor at UMOM Job Boot Camps; Guest instructor at Phoenix Job Corps; Gloria Dei Lutheran Church member; Chris-Town YMCA Volunteer Step Aerobics instructor; and Arizona Road Racers member.
My Mentor: My current CEO, Peggy Mullan.
My Guiding Prinicple: Rash decisions rarely pay off. Step back, think about it, then act.
JILL CHRISTIANSEN
Jill grew up on a farm, and attributes her "diverse outlook on the process of life" largely to that experience. She attended Bellevue University in Nebraska and completed her Master of Nonprofit Studies at ASU. She currently serves as the Philanthropic Services Grants and Supporting Organization Manager at the Arizona Community Foundation.
Community Activities/Affiliations: Treasurer for the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN); participated in the first cohort of the Gen W program through the Arizona Foundation for Women; member of the Maricopa Council on Youth Sports and Physical Activity (MCYSPA); participated in community projects with Habitat for Humanity and Liberty Wildlife; and is becoming involved with the Roosevelt CDC projects as a new resident of downtown Phoenix.
My Mentor: My 7th grade English teacher, Mr. Hamel, and my boss and Chief Philanthropic Service Officer at ACF, Jacky Alling (VL Class 28).
My Guiding Principle: Everyone is just trying to survive life in the best way they know how, so be quick to forgive the outrageous, the mean and the simply strange acts humans do, including those you do yourself.
BOBB COOPER
Originally from Detroit, MI, Bobb is the Producing Artistic Director at Valley Youth Theatre. 
Community Activities/Affiliations: Phoenix Community Alliance member; founding member of O.N.E. (Organization of Non-profit Executives); member of Screen Actor's Guild (SAG) and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA); ASU President Crow's Community Advisory Council; Downtown ASU Advisory Council.
My Mentor: Hope Ozer.
My Guiding Principle: Truth in everything and always do my best.
ALAN HROMAS
A University of Phoenix graduate, Alan is the Director of Marketing and Communications at University of Advancing Technology. He handles budget planning, media planning, media buys, brand management, messaging, collateral, strategy and staff development.
Community Activities/Affiliations: AZPIRG; Human Rights Campaign (HRC); Editor of the Coronado Dispatch; active member in the Greater Coronado Neighborhood Association.
My Mentor: Jason Pistillo.
My Guiding Principle: Never regret.
JOSH LANDERS
Josh graduated from Arizona State University and is the Vice Pr esident at NAI Horizon. He is a commercial real estate broker, specializing in site selection for call centers.
Community Activities/Affiliations: Leadership West graduate; active board member with the Boys & Girls Club of Metropolitan Phoenix.
My Mentor: Van Power.
My Guiding Principle: To accept the things I cannot change and have the wisdom to change the things I can.
HELENMARIE MENDOZA SLATER
Helenmarie completed her BS and MBA at Arizona State University. Today she is a Senior Manager for Honeywell IT Services / Honeywell International, where she developed, implemented and ma nages the global strategic leadership communication program and coaches executive leaders on leadership style, strategies and culture change.
Community Activities/Affiliations: National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA); Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM); Girl Scouts of America; Kyrene Monte Vista - Enrichment Committee; St. Benedict Catholic Church.
My Mentor: Catherine Mayorga & Jeff Laufhutte.
My Guiding Principle: Look for the "common good;" Respect for others; Do what I say I will do; See the possibilities; Always a student/Always a teacher.
TANYA MUNIZ
Tanya completed her education at New Mexico State University and currently works as Vice President Controller at Valley of the Su n United Way. She oversees all accounting and financial operations for the organization and manages multiple volunteer committees for VSUW.
Community Activities/Affiliations: Treasurer for Far West Pop Warner LIttle Scholars; Mentor for Greater Phoenix Youth at Risk; Central Phoenix Women's Group; Hispanic Leadership Institute Alumni; Phoenix Top 40 Hispanic Leaders Under 40.
My Mentor: Informally, Katherine Cecala (VL Class 16).
My Guiding Principle: Live with the highest level of integrity, honesty and respect for others.
JOSE LUIS PENALOSA, JR.
Jose completed his undergrad at UCLA and then graduated from ASU College of Law. He currently works as an immigration lawyer.
Community Activities/Affiliations: 2010 graduate of Scottsdale Leadership; 2011 graduate of Valle del Sol's Hispanic Leadership Institute; 2010 graduate of the Scottsdale Police Department's Citizen's Police Academy; Judge for Arizona Competitive Districts Coalition; Board Member, Friends of Scottsdale Library; Volunteer attorney for Mi Familia Vota (U.S. citizenship drive); Volunteer attorney for Proyecto Nehemias (immigration reform); Member of the State Bars of Arizona and Colorado; Member of American Immigration Lawyer's Association.
My Mentor: My parents.
My Guiding Principle: Golden Rule: Treat others as you would like to be treated.
JAMIE SEESSEL
An Arizona State University alum, Jamie works in Business Development for HKS Architects.
Community Activities/Affiliations: Arizona Association of Economic Development; Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; Chi Omega Alumni Association.
My Mentor: Marci Hendrickson (VL Class 22) and Mo Stein (VL Class 8).
My Guiding Principle: Treat others as you would like to be treated. |
| Leaders Making Waves | | |
Recognizing the Accomplishments of Valley Leadership Alumni
Have you taken on an exciting new job or been promoted? Have you recently been married or had a child? We want to hear about all your professional and personal milestones, so please keep us informed. We would like to share honors and accomplishments with your fellow alumni.
Rhonda Bannard (Class 20) was named to chair the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits Board of Trustees. Bannard's term began July 2011 and runs through June 2012. She has served on the Board of Trustees since September 2009.
Ben Graff (Class 31) joined Withey Morris, PLC in September, where he continues to focus on land use, zoning, and development issues as well as general government relations work.
Brad Hartman (Class 30) was selected for inclusion in "Best Lawyers in America 2012" in the areas of Trademark Law, Copyright Law, Litigation / Intellectual Property, and Litigation / Patent. Additionally, the firm, Hartman Titus, has received recognition inthe 2011-2012 Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings in the same practice areas. The "Best Law Firms" rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations and peer review from leading attorneys in their field.
Essen Otu (Class 26) and Allison Otu (Class 31) welcomed future VL member Amel Nsedu Otu into the world on July 20, 2011.
Mike Pressendo (Class 17) joined Schaller Anderson (Phoenix) as Vice President of Marketing. Schaller Anderson is the core of Aetna's Medicaid business.
Morris Stein (Class 8), principal of HKS Inc., received the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award from the American College of Healthcare Architects last month. The organization's highest award, it recognizes a significant body of work with lasting influence on the theory and practice of health care architecture.
The Minority Business Enterprise Center (MBEC) and the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recently presented VL partner APS with the Distinguished Supplier Diversity Award at the 16th annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED)
Week Award Breakfast and Expo.
Left to Right: Flanked by Alika Kumar (Class 30), Director, MBDA Business Center, and Gonzalo de la Melena (Class 26), President/CEO, Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Barbara Gomez accepts the Distinguished Supplier Diversity Award on behalf of APS.
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Leadership Skills Series
Get on Board: Tools for the Nonprofit Board Member; Nov. 2, 2011
Left: The attendees listen to panelists Nora Hannah (Class 10), Tammy McLeod and Jim Bruner (moderated by Jose Cardenas). Right: A breakout room hears a presentation by Julie Iacobelli (Class 18) on non-profit board governance.
Leadership Institute Class 33:
Program Day 2: Health and Human Services; Nov. 4, 2011
Left: VL 33 Group 2 leads the teach-back on the "Credibility" text, Ch. 1, Leadership is Relationship. Right: Brian Spicker (Class 17), of Valley of the Sun United Way, presents his infamous "Egg Exercise," which asks class members to vote on the allocation of scarce resources for various human services.
Left: Robert Ashcraft, Executive Director of ASU Lodestar, speaks to the class about the role of nonprofits in the community. Right: The class broke into groups for rotating panel discussions on several topics including community engagement, healthcare and diversity issues.
Community Dialogue Series, sponsored by SCF Arizona
Phoenix in Transition; November 17, 2011
Left: Alumni and community friends mingle before listening to the mayoral dialogue. Right: Executive Director Frank McCune, Mayor-Elect Greg Stanton, VL Chair Michelle Hernandez, current Mayor Phil Gordon and Channel 12 News' Melissa Blasius stop for the camera before the dialogue.
Left: News Channel 12 reporter Melissa Blasius moderates a discussion between Mayor Phil Gordon and Mayor-Elect Greg Stanton. Right: The audience of nearly 300 at the Herberger Theater. |
| Special Thanks to our 2011-2012 Premier Leadership Sponsors | |
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| Thank You to our 2011-2012 Valley Leadership Sponsors and Collaborators | |
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Valley Leadership's monthly newsletter is designed to link a dynamic and diverse group of leaders together. Read our Leadership Connection news each month to learn about alumni opportunities, special announcements, personal and professional updates on your colleagues, and much more. Be sure to keep in touch and let us know how you are leaving a "legacy of leadership" in the Valley of the Sun. Comments and member news are welcome and encouraged. They can be sent to the Valley Leadership Office at vl@valleyleadership.org or phone at 602.952.6760 ext. 3.
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