There’s No Such Thing
as “Just a Volunteer”

Speakers and Workshops

Thursday, February 25, 2010 — 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Dr. Don Newbury

Chancellor Emeritus,
Howard Payne University
National Speaker
Humor Columnist in 130 Newspapers
Author of 5 Motivational Books

Keynote
“A Wheelbarrow Guy in a Digital World”

Yes, it CAN be fun to build trust, ethical principles, self confidence and the pursuit of joy with volunteers.

Ann Harder

Anchor Newscaster,
KXXV TV Channel 25

“You Want Me to Broadcast What?”

Getting your organizational purpose, needs, events and successes in front of the public through effective public relations requires understanding how the media operates. Learn the “behind the scenes” methods for getting your message out to your community.

Dr. Ron Epps

Dean,
Work Force Education,
McLennan Community College

“Don’t Let the Disaster Be
Your Management Skills”

We’ve all seen what happens to communities, organizations and facilities that don’t prepare for regional disasters. Managing well meaning volunteers in chaos can be like herding cats on a beach. Learn how to set up a system for your organization to effectively manage mass volunteers before the need strikes.

Joe Arrington

Program Director,
Human Services,
McLennan Community College

“Something Else To Do When You
Really Feel Like Choking Them!”

A practical, ethical approach to dealing with angry or difficult people at home, work and volunteer sites

Lisa Listach

Student Activities Supervisor,
Texas State Technical College

“Event Planning, Fund Raising and Recognition”

Planning an event can be overwhelming. Learn from a pro how to organize your time, people power, and budget without loosing your sanity or breaking the bank. Unless you want to do ALL the work by yourself or have unlimited money, this workshop will help teach you how to share the duties, develop reasonable expectations, plan effectively, follow a budget and plan a successful event you can actually enjoy.

Iris Bowden

Community Relations
Marketing Director,
Eden House

“Consensus Building, Focusing the Energy”

Having trouble getting everyone to keep their “eye on the ball” and be of the same mind? Become skilled at getting groups, boards or committees to agree on common ground and focus on the goals and moral codes of the organization

Friday, February 26, 2010 — 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Bob Scott

Senior Human Resource
Consultant and Researcher,
University of Texas Medical Branch

Keynote
“The Dance of the Generations”

A interactive, humoristic approach to understanding generational differences in volunteers and effectively utilizing their skills and talents in your agency regardless of their age, background, beliefs or moral codes

Susan Staricka and
Francis Martinez

Texas Attorney General’s Office

“Volunteer Laws, Policies, Best Practices
and Ethical Decision Making While Working
with Volunteers”

There are many new policies that effect volunteer management. This session will help you understand the law that not only protects the volunteer but also your agency. Making good decisions and using ethical approaches to volunteer management IS a best practice. Learn how policies, laws and ethical decision making can strengthen your agency.

Raymond Puchot

Certified National Parliamentarian

“Roberts Rules and Leading Effective Meetings”

Understanding basic parliamentary procedures doesn’t have to be complicated and organizing your meetings can be productive, reduce stress and build communication. Learn how to eliminate wasted time, stay on task and follow simple universal procedures that keep meetings orderly and beneficial to all involved

Kimberly Salome

Public Relations Manager,
McLennan County Public Library

“You’re Fired!”

How to find and motivate unpaid help and what to do when Donald Trump is not there to terminate your problem volunteers. Discover guidelines and tips on releasing volunteers from service without damaging relationships or creating awkward situations.

Dr. Mary Darden

Consultant
Author
Instructor,
Baylor University

“Commitment Building in
an Over Committed World”

Volunteers, board members and fund raising help are critical to the sustainability of an organization. Recruiting and retaining those volunteers when their time is restricted, over scheduled or otherwise challenged can be difficult. Learn how to capture their energy by establishing clear commitments through “engaged” service.