August 5, 2017 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Deadline extended through August 2
This event is specifically designed to be:
We intend this event, and those like it, to be the most valuable club strengthening activity of the year for every club in the Carolinas.
Who Should Attend? Any Kiwanian in the Carolinas District is welcome to attend. But, every club within a two-hour driving radius of Hendersonville, NC should plan to have representatives attend this event. Club officers, Board members and committee chairs will find the material offered here particularly useful. However, any member will benefit from the information being presented.
Why Is This Important? Every club, regardless of size or strength, can grow and become stronger, and more effective in serving the youth of their communities. This may be your only opportunity this year to get all this information in one place, on one day, close to home, and easily affordable.
Kids Need Kiwanis!
And, Kiwanis Needs Stronger, More Effective Kiwanis Clubs.
What Does It Cost? This event will cost $25 per person plus the investment of your time and energy. It doesn’t get any more affordable than this!
Program Overview
8:00 – 8:30 |
Registration Open |
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8:30 – 9:00 |
Continental Breakfast |
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9:00 – 9:45 |
Opening Plenary Welcome & Introductions Governor’s Opening Remarks Keynote: “The 5 Elements of Successful Kiwanis Clubs” |
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9:45 – 10:00 |
Break |
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Track 1 Service Growth |
Track 2 Membership Growth |
Track 3 Club Strengthening |
10:00 – 10:50 |
Rediscovering Your Community |
The Role of the Membership Chair |
Strategic Planning for Clubs of All Sizes |
11:00 – 11:50 |
The Power of SLPs |
Recruiting Strategies |
Techniques for Creative Fundraising |
12::00 – 12:50 |
Lunch |
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1:00 – 1:45 |
Building "Signature Projects" |
Engaging and Retaining Members |
Marketing Your Club |
1:55 – 2:35 |
Strategies for Community Partnerships |
Developing & Using Club Satellites |
Best Practices in Club Management |
2:35 – 2:50 |
Break |
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2:50 – 3:30 |
Club-Level Action Planning |
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3:40 – 4:00 |
Closing Plenary Closing Comments: “Building Stronger, More Relevant Clubs TODAY” Adjourn |
Program Descriptions
Keynote Address
“The 5 Elements of Successful Kiwanis Clubs.” Successful Kiwanis clubs worldwide all share 5 important elements. Learn what they are and why it is critical that your club embrace all 5 in order to succeed in its mission of providing service to your community.
Track 1: Service Growth
“Rediscovering Your Community.” Communities and community needs are constantly changing. Find out how your club can gather the information it needs to assess what the community needs and how your club can best meet those needs.
“The Power of SLPs.” Service Leadership Programs (SLPs) and branded service activities are the “crown jewels” of Kiwanis. SLPs not only serve the youth of your community in ways that no other programs do, they help bring new members and new vitality to your club. Learn how to start, expand or improve your club’s sponsorship of these vital gems.
“Building Signature Projects” Strong Kiwanis clubs all have one or more projects that they are uniquely known for in their community. Find out about some of these “signature projects” and learn how you can start one of your own.
“Strategies for Community Partnerships.” Together we can do more. Discuss strategies for forming partnerships with others in your community to expand your fundraising and service impact beyond your own membership.
Track 2: Membership Growth
“The Role of the Membership Chair.” The club membership chair has become one of the most critical members of the club leadership team. A strong, energetic membership chair is critical, not just to recruiting new members, but also to ensuring members are engaged and active in service, feel valued for their contributions and are eager to remain with the club.
“Recruiting Strategies.” Opportunities and methods for attracting new members to a club have grown dramatically in recent years. This session will explore both new and time-tested strategies for inviting new members to engage in Kiwanis service.
“Engaging and Retaining Members.” Members will not stay with a club for long unless they are engaged in relevant, productive service and feel valued for their contributions. Come explore ways to ensure that your members are active and happy in their Kiwanis service.
“Developing & Using Club Satellites.” Club satellites are a growing mechanism for expanding club membership and opening new clubs. This session will discuss the requirements and opportunities of various forms of club satellites.
Track 3: Club Strengthening
“Strategic Planning for Clubs of All Sizes.” Strategic planning is the process of determining where a club is going and how it is going to get there. It is something that every club, of any size, should be doing on a regular basis. Come find out how to do it in your club’s unique situation and what you will gain from the experience. Also, learn about the Kiwanis I-Plan and what it means at the club level.
“Marketing Your Club.” In many communities, Kiwanis is “the best story that no one ever heard”. Learn how to let your community know why you serve, what you do, and how you do it. Find out how to access resources that can help you make your club more visible and better known in the community.
“Techniques for Creative Fundraising.” Fundraising is the fuel for our service. Come explore methods of raising money for your club’s projects that go beyond traditional “pancake and peanut” events.
“Best Practices In Club Management.” Tracking key indicators of your club’s performance can help you stay focused on your desired results and avoid common pitfalls in non-profit organization management. Learn about some of the often-overlooked administrative aspects of managing a successful Kiwanis club and how to strengthen your club’s management.
Club-Level Action Planning
You and the other members of your club in attendance will work with an experienced club coach to plan specific actions that you can take back to your club and begin immediately to help your club grow, and become more effective in serving your community.
Closing Comments
“Building Stronger, More Relevant Clubs TODAY.” Learn how your club can work with your Lt. Governor or a trained club coach to help implement the things you have learned and planned today in your club tomorrow.
Location:
The Club Coaching Day will be held at the Blue Ridge Conference Center on the Blue Ridge Community College Henderson County Campus, 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
Directions:
The campus is at Exit 53 off I-26. Follow the signs to Blue Ridge Community College and enter the campus on College Drive, turn Right onto East Campus Drive then left onto Alumni Way. This will lead you directly into the parking lot
Enter through the main entrance to the Technology Education and Development Center and you will see the main entrance to the Conference Center directly in front of you. Our registration desk will be in the lobby through the entrance doors.
Check-in:
Check-in for Club Coaching Day, our continental breakfast, and the Opening Plenary session will be on the first floor in the room immediately adjacent to the registration desk.
Click here for a map of Blue Ridge Comm College Henderson Co Campus