NEWS FROM AROUND THE REGION
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San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation:Dr. Christina Anne Luhn traveled to
China this month as part of San Diego Regional EDC's Cali Baja marketing effort. There she represented the greater
Imperial Valley, San
Diego and Baja region as the dynamic location for
cleantech business investment. Learn more The City of San Diego:When it comes to
recycling, San Diegans are making great strides. Of all the waste that
was generated by San Diegans last year, 64 percent of it was recycled or reused. That's up from 55
percent in 2006, and is the most since The City of San Diego began recording this information
in the early 1990's. For more
information, please
visit the city's recycling website: Recycling Works! |
| LEAD GRADUATES: IS YOUR MEMBERSHIP CURRENT? |
LEAD San Diego Graduate Members- Have you renewed your membership? Membership provides ongoing support for LEAD San Diego's high quality, cutting-edge curriculum, program development, and member-exclusive programming. Renew or Activate Your LEAD Graduate Membership |
| BECOME A COMMUNITY MEMBER |
LEAD San Diego Community Members are leaders who are invested in regional success. They are a group of individuals who believe in developing the next generation of diverse and engaged leaders. Please consider becoming a LEAD community member. Become a LEAD Community Member | |
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LEAD SAN DIEGO WELCOMES THE IMPACT SAN DIEGO CLASS OF 2010
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 LEAD San Diego has been identifying, preparing, connecting and
supporting San Diego's
current and future leaders since 1981. Through a competitive selection process
designed to ensure diversity and balanced educational opportunities, 54
enthusiastic individuals were selected for the class. The 10-month community leadership program, often
referred as a "Master's Degree" on the San
Diego region, kicked off on September 17th. Read More
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| LEAD THANKS KEY INVESTORS IN 2009-2010 IMPACT SAN DIEGO PROGRAM |
AT&T LEADS THE WAY AS IMPACT SAN DIEGO TITLE SPONSOR
With sources of funding dwindling in the wake of the recession, LEAD is grateful for the demonstration of financial commitment to the future leadership of San Diego. Leading the way as Title Sponsor is AT&T, accompanied by Wells Fargo Bank, The San Diego Union-Tribune, The Fieldstone Foundation, OliverMcMillan, The Legler Benbough Foundation and the IMPACT SAN DIEGO Class of 2009.
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| BERSIN ON BALANCING BORDER SECURITY AND CROSS-BORDER COMMERCE |
 Peter James MacCracken, APR
Principal
Strategic Communications
Americans near the Mexican border feel the dilemma more strongly than those further away - we want protection from drug cartel violence and security from terrorists, yet with free-flowing, cross-border commerce. Does that present an impossible balancing act?
San Diego's Alan Bersin is totally focused on that as he  explained at sequential events -LEADERTRENDS and LEADERSHIP TRUST gatherings - on September 11. The implications of that date to discuss national security was not lost on anyone, least of all Bersin, who is now Assistant Secretary for International Affairs and Special Representative for Border Affairs in the Department of Homeland Security.* Read More
Sponsored By: The University of San Diego, Trans-Border Institute
With collaborating agencies:
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, Mexico Business Center, Otay Mesa Chamber of Commerce, San Ysidro Chamber of Commerce, City Club of San Diego, San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation, and South County Economic Development Council. |
| ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HOSTS SUMMER RECEPTION TO WELCOME CLASS OF 2009 |
The
LEAD San Diego ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNCIL hosted a Summer Alumni Reception
on August 25th to welcome LEAD's newest Alumni - the Class of 2009 -
to the LEAD network. The event was generously
hosted by the University Club atop Symphony
Towers. Read More
Generously Sponsored by:
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THANK YOU TO LEAD'S NEW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNCIL
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With a very dedicated effort from the LEAD San Diego ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNCIL, it is with great pleasure that we share with you - our graduate members, investors, and community partners - many of the opportunities you've been asking asked for: additional educational opportunities focused on community issues in region, more chances to network with classmates and colleagues, and ways in which you can serve the community in a volunteer capacity. Combined, these efforts are designed to promote the mission of LEAD San Diego and to establish closer contact between the LEAD San Diego and its alumni.
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UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE THROUGH
AQUACULTURE...FISH FARM PLANNED FOR SAN DIEGO (Members Only)
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Come
learn more about Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute and its Offshore
Demonstration Project. For more information, see the LEAD San Diego Homepage. Seating is extremely limited and is offered to LEAD members with a current membership.
2595 Ingraham Street
San Diego, CA
92109
(Headquarters located outside of SeaWorld parking
lot)
7:30 - 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
& Networking
8:00 - 8:45 a.m. Program
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Small Group
Tours
Fee: $10.00 (Current Members ONLY) For More Information and to Register, Click Here
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| GET THE JOB! |
October 7, 2009 -
TIME: 1 pm to 5 pm
LOCATION:
Double Tree
Hazard Center
****There is a $20 discount to LEAD members. Check link for details. |
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7th ANNUAL LEAD GRADUATE
MEMBER CELEBRATION!! (Members Only)
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 Tuesday EveningOctober 20th 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Phi Terrace, 9th Floor
509 9th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101
Attendees MUST have a currently active membership in the ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNCIL. Questions?
Email or call Wendy or Matthew at LEAD's office, 619-280-5323.
Generously Sponsored By:
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ELI LILLY CHAIRMAN & CEO
DR. JOHN C. LEICHLEITER
|  Through our continuing partnership with The City Club of San Diego, and in conjunction with both CONNECT and BIOCOM, LEAD will proudly welcome Dr. John C. Lechleiter - Chairman, President & CEO, Eli Lilly, who will speak on "Health & The Public Interest" Date: Friday, October 30, 2009 Time: 12-Noon Luncheon Locaton: Harborside Room
Holiday Inn on the Bay
(on Harbor Drive at Ash Street)
Fee: $30 Per Person, Members $45 Non-members For More Information and to register, Click Here |
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SAVE THE DATE
8th ANNUAL VISIONARY AWARDS!! |
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 LEAD San Diego will celebrate the 2010 VISIONARY AWARDS on Thursday evening, May 27st. Last year, nearly 800 guests were in attendance and we hope you'll mark your calendar now!!
Watch for the CALL FOR NOMINATIONS - it's going out soon! Don't miss out on sharing a story of inspirational leadership. |
CITY OF SAN DIEGO
SEEKS BOARD SERVICE CANDIDATES |
The City of San Diego provides excellent opportunities to share your expertise, volunteer, engage in civic activities, and serve the San Diego community by participating as a member of a board or commission. At this time, Mayor Jerry Sanders and the City of San Diego are seeking qualified candidates to serve on a variety of boards. Below is a list of current opportunities. For further descriptions of specific expertise or qualifications sought for individual boards, information can be found on the City of San Diego's website at http://www.sandiego.gov/city-clerk/boards-commissions/list.shtml
Interested candidates may contact Lisa Gordon (04), Director of Appointments to Boards and Commissions, at 619-236-7740 or [email protected] for more information on each opportunity.
Opportunities are limited and interested candidates should respond and submit their applications and resumes no later than Friday, October 9, 2009.
* Board of Building Appeals and Advisors
* Community Forest Advisory Board
* Housing Advisory & Appeals Board
* Independent Rates Oversight Committee
* La Jolla Shores Planned District Advisory Board
* Library Commission
* Old Town San Diego Planned District Design Review Board
* Park & Recreation Board
* Relocation Appeals Board
* Senior Affairs Advisory Board
* Wetlands Advisory Board |
COMING SOON!
INFLUENCE SAN DIEGO |
 INFLUENCE SAN DIEGO is a program designed to provide senior executives, new to the
San Diego region or to their position, an opportunity to quickly gain
understanding of community issues and appreciation for the way multiple sectors
work together to make San Diego a sustainable region. Facilitated by many of San Diego's key CEOs
and elected officials, participants learn about critical issues that face this
community while building an immediate network of regional leaders.
Dates for the next session of INFLUENCE SAN DIEGO have been announced: March 25-27, 2010.
To inquire about participation in this exclusive program, please call the LEAD offices at 619.280.5323 |
COMING SOON!
EMBARK SAN DIEGO |
EMBARK SAN DIEGO is LEAD's newest contribution to future leadership in the San Diego region. This program, designed for professionals just beginning to represent themselves and their company, will help launch them into civic, community, and professional involvement and engagement.
Sessions will run from February 2010 to April 2010 for a total of four full-day sessions taking place at UCSD's Extension, in Mission Valley Center.
For more information about participation, please call the LEAD offices at 619.280.5323.
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