September 2008

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Dear Alumni,
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I just came across this poem, which I think you will like. In it you can hear the heartbeat of the City.
 
Best,
 
Liz Dow
President

 
Commitment in a City

On the street we two pass.
I do not know you.
I did not see
if you are -
fat/thin,
dark/fair,
young/old.

 If we should pass again
within the hour,
I would not know it.
Yet-
I am committed to
love you.

You are part of my city,
my universe, my being.
If you were not here
to pass me by,
a piece would be missing
from my jigsaw-puzzle day.

-Margaret Tsuda

Core Class of 2010 Applications
Now being accepted!
Deadline: May 22, 2009
 
215-893-9999

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Upcoming LEADERSHIP Philadelphia Events

 
Alumni Networking & Social Event
May 13, 2009
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Capital Grille (Broad & Chestnut)
Tickets
Space is limited! 
 
Sponsored by LEADERSHIP Philadelphia Alumni - join your fellow classmates for networking and socializing! Hors d'oeuvres included.
 
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Dan Gediman, Executive Director, This I Believe, Inc.
June 11, 2009
7:45 AM - 9:30 AM
Lincoln Financial Field - Chrysler Premier Club Suite

Tickets

Dan Gediman
will speak with this year's Core class, LEADERSHIP alumni, and guests about the national This I Believe project.
 "This We Believe"
Citywide Mural Project

This year is your chance to be part of an historic & uniquely Philadelphia project. In celebration of twenty-five years of art education, mural-making and working in communities, the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program invites you to participate in our first city-wide mural project.
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Centered around the theme "This We Believe," this initiative has provided an opportunity for people throughout the city to share what they believe about Philadelphia. Community forums held and facilitated in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia, and attended by two teams of artists, gave voice to the audiences. The two teams of artists listened, researched and interpreted what they heard and distilled their responses in these two mural designs. It is now your chance to vote on your favorite design. The winning mural will become the canvas for a series of community paint days throughout June and July. The finished mural, painted on over 2500 sq. feet of cloth, will be temporarily installed in 30th Street Station and then at the Gallery at Market East.
The winning mural will be announced the week of May 18th.


Community Paint Days will be held throughout the city in June and July. All are welcome! Specific dates and locations will be announced along with the winning mural.

Recent Board Placements

 
Audrey Roll ('01 ) has joined the Board of Directors of the College Bound Home for Girls.
 
Wendy Kouba (Exec. '09 ) was named to the Board of Directors of the National Adoption Center.
 
David Blum ('05 ) has been named co-chair of the Board of Directors of Avenue of the Arts, Inc.
 
Linda Manfredonia ( '94) has joined the Board of Directors at Abington Memorial Hospital.
 
Michael Wolfe ('09) was named to the Board of Directors of the Wissahickon Skating Club.
 
Robin Pinder Herndon ('00) has joined the Board of Directors of Astral Artists.
 
Jeesun Hwang ('09) was named to the Board of Directors of the Women's Therapy Center.
 
Dave Stinnett ('09) has joined the Board of Directors of Urban Tree Connection.
 
John Grugan ('09) was named to the Board of Directors of Augustinian Volunteers.
 
Judy McHugh ('09) has joined the Board of Directors at Children's Literacy Initiative.
 
Charisse Lillie ('88), Andrew Toy ('96), and  Maureen Rush ('04) have joined the Board of Directors of the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania.
 
 
 
If you or your classmates have recently joined a board, please let us know! If you are interested in joining a board, we work with over 80 organizations and would be happy to help.
Interested in Webinars?
 
LEADERSHIP Philadelphia would like to gauge alumni interest in periodic webinars. Please let us know if this would or would not be of interest by clicking here. All feedback is greatly appreciated!
 
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Penelope Reed ('02) and her newest student, Paul Slowik, give the Core class a lesson in "play" during class at The Franklin in May.
Camp Enchantment 2009
Enchantment Theatre Company

Session 1: July 6-17
Session II: July 20-31
Session III: August 3-14

Monday-Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Meadowbrook School
1641 Hampton Road
Meadowbrook, PA

Limited Enrollment on a first come basis - Register Today!

(LEADERSHIP Philadelphia Alumni on Board: Priscilla Robinson, Dorothy Potash, Doris Mitchell, and Howard Cutler)


Center City Happenings

CCPA - University City Stroll
May 12, 2009
5:30 PM -79:00 PM
Distrito
3945 Chestnut Street
Meet promptly at 5:30 PM. 
 
Sample University City's cutting-edge restaurants: Distrito, Pod, and Penne. 

Free - CCPA Members,
$20 - Non-members
Includes hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. 
Reservations required.
RSVP - 215-545-7766 
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MuralArts Speaker Series
Arlene Goldbard, Social Activist & Writer
May 20, 2009
7:00-9:00 PM 
WHYY
150 North 6th Street, Philadelphia
 
$15 per person; Free to WHYY Members
 
RSVP: MuralArts or  215-888-9116.
 
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Women of Inspiration Awards
Lutheran Settlement House

Thursday, May 21, 2009
6:00 PM
Hyatt Regency, Philadelphia

Congratulations to LEADERSHIP Alumni receiving awards!

Sallie Glickman ('07) will be awarded the Excellence in Adult Literacy Award.
Estelle Richman (Original Connector) will receive the Jane Addams Award.
Dainette Mintz ('94) will receive the Impact Award.

$100 per person
RSVP: Call Suzette Belz, 215-426-8610 x208 or Email.
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CCPA - Brown Bag Braintrusts
  
Take a Break From Stress
Susan Budenstein & Romy Gelles
May 18, 2009
 
Create a Positive Lasting Impression
Karen Kaufman
May 29, 2009
 
RSVP: 215-545-7766

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Meet The Community Developers
May 19, 2009
Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia
237 S. Broad Street
 
Join CCPA as panelists discuss their projects and challenges facing community development.
 
RSVP: Online or 215-545-7766
 
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Hidden City of Philadelphia
May 30 - June 30


A month-long arts festival  will showcase the Metropolitan Opera House and eight other city sites and utilize the talents of hundred of artists. For more information see the Inquirer article by Stephen Salisbury.


Alumni In Transition
 
If you are an alumna/us in the midst of a job search and would be interested in a LEADERSHIP "in transition" discussion group meeting, please email Elaine Mercier .
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Veeral Shah and Mike Schwartz review their Individual Development Plans.

Job Announcements

Executive Vice President, Development, Opportunity Finance Network - OFN leads the finance system to scale through capital formation, policy, and capacity development. The EVPD would expand, direct, and administer a comprehensive program to identify, cultivate and solicit individual, institutional and corporate prospects capable of making a gift of $100,000 or more. Minimum 10 years experience and experience working directly with head of organization.
To Apply: Email Leadership Recruiters.
 
 
Director, Philadelphia Arts for Children and Youth Initiative - Director will lead organization in forming a strategic alliance of the diverse arts organizations in the city and region with the public school districts consisting of students, teachers and community members. Must be comfortable addressing policy issues and serving "on the ground" in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia.
To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, and 3 references with contact information. Please, no calls, email or in-person inquiries. Position available immediately.
 

Grants Manager, Children's Literacy Initiative - Grants Manager will write, organize and manage grant proposals for securing expanded funding of ongoing programs and new initiatives; Research and identify new foundation prospects;  Oversee other grant writers and interface with Program Evaluation Manager to ensure adherence to grant application and evaluation/reporting requirements and to coordinate respective deadlines; and  Prepare and write proposals, assist in planning and budget development, and write other materials as needed. To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, and salary requirement.

 
Part Time Accountant/Bookkeeper, Campus Philly
- Looking for either an experienced bookkeeper available 1-2 days per week with the assistance of in-house administrative staff or a CPA-level, experienced accountat for 1-2 days per week who is also interested in performing bookeeping duties with the assistance of in-house administrative staff. 3-5 years minimum work experience. 
To Apply: Email resume, salary requirements, and cover letter to Jon Herrmann, Executive Director or 215-988-1789.
 
 
Executive Director, A Chance To Heal - Seeking a full-time Executive Director to work with board on realizing long-term vision. Responsible for management of organization and reports directly to the chair of the board. Full-time with possibility of working from a home office. Minimum 5 years experience.
To Apply: Email resume and bio with writing sample by May 15.
 

Finance Director Opening, Homemaker Service of the Metropolitan Area - Homemaker Service is a progressive, non-profit organization created by the United Way in 1968. With annual revenues in excess of $25 million, its mission is to provide in-home services to the low-income adults in Philadelphia who are medically and physically disabled. The Finance Director will be an integral member of the management team and will oversee finance, administration, human resources and information technology. Corporate headquarters are located in Philadelphia. Candidate should have 10 years finance experience, hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and a CPA.
To Apply:
Current Attolon Opportunities
 
 
Greater Delaware Valley Chapter President, National Multiple Sclerosis Society -  The Chapter president will provide leadership during the transition into the Society's first region and will report to a Regional Executive Vice President. Build and maintain relationships with funders, constituents, Board members, and staff.
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to Dennis Linden (Vice President, Human Resources) or call 303-698-6100 x15133


 

Have a job opening? Let us know and we will make that position available to all of our participants, alumni, and friends. Please contact Colleen.

United Way Annual Campaign

Please consider LEADERSHIP Philadelphia as a
designated recipient for your personal pledge.
 
Our donor number is 09089.
 
We appreciate your support. Thank you for thinking of us.

Please let us know if you have pledged through United Way. 

 

 
 
 
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Recent Board Placements
Center City Happenings
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This I Believe Update!

This I Believe essays will be aired on WHYY 91 FM on Friday afternoons at 5:45 PM and Sundays at 9:30 AM. Or listen on their website! Coming up: Varsovia Fernandez ('07) and Penelope Reed ('02).

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Jennifer Lin role-plays a child being reprimanded by her father, Craig Cleaver,  during an exercise with Penny Reed.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Eloise Levitt, Dorothy Binswanger, and Drew Kabakoff discuss their Individual Development Plans.