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WORKSHOPS
Each workshop is presented
twice.
Session I: 2:15-3:45 p.m.
Session II: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Location: See below.
Public Speaking – Stand Up and
Deliver
Location: Catalina/Wyndham Hotel
Presenter: Mary Murshedi
Toastmasters offers a proven way to improve your communication
skills. By participating in this fun and supportive
Toastmasters workshop, you will become a better speaker and
leader and gain confidence in whatever path you’ve chosen in
life. Learn to deliver great presentations and speeches,
influence people with your message and be a better listener.
Leadership – Be a Mentor . . .
Leave a Legacy
Location: Madera/Wyndham Hotel
Presenters: Meg Grier, Geneva Carroll, Argiro Morgan, Sara Jo
Odom
Are you interested in starting a mentoring program in your
local club? Need some tips? Plan to attend the Leadership
Development Committee’s mentoring workshop! Some of the best
NFRW mentors and leaders will discuss the topics of goal
setting, program development, best available resources and
tips for becoming and remaining a mentor.
Focusing on Retirement – Building
the Lifestyle You Deserve
Location: Mesquite A/Convention
Center
Presenter: Latta Chapman, CIMA
What does retirement mean to you? How much should you
invest to reach your retirement goals? This free information
exchange will provide insights and strategies to help you
build the retirement you want and deserve. You also are
invited to schedule a no-obligation, complimentary retirement
review with Chapman.
Political Panel – Republican
Women in Politics
Location: Pasadena/Wyndham Hotel
Panelists: Pat Dando, Kim Glassman, Michelle Steel, Cathleen
M. Vitale, Mimi Walters
Moderator: Holly Robichaud
Do you want to do more as a woman in politics? As Republican
women, we have long participated in the political process
through various platforms. Several women who have made a
difference in Republican politics will participate in a panel
discussion aimed at inspiring and equipping you for success in
social movements and civic organizations.
Time Management – Finding the
Time in Your Life
Location: Mojave Learning
Center/Wyndham Hotel
Presenter: Chriss Winston
With all women do today, finding time to be a “good American”
can be difficult. Chriss Winston, author of “How to Raise an
American,” will teach you how to incorporate patriotism into
your every day activities.
Following the Financial Rules –
Recognizing Reporting Requirements
Location: Mesquite B/Convention
Center
Presenter: Christine Oster
Keeping track of money for a state or local club can be a
difficult task. An even more daunting task is learning and
understanding the rules that govern 527 organizations. This
workshop will teach you how to understand your fiscal
responsibilities related to topics such as developing a
budget, comprehending a profit and loss statement, recording
retention guidelines, and complying with the latest reporting
laws that govern 527 organizations. Bring your questions!
Recommended for state and club treasurers and presidents.
The All-New and Different Razzle Dazzle Road Show
– Put
Your Best Foot Forward
Location: Smoketree A-C/Convention
Center
Presenter: Karen Bayless
New for 2008! The goal of the RDRS is to share information
with clubs, up close and personally. The objective is to
create enthusiasm within the membership of each club, thereby
enabling its leadership to fully engage more volunteers in the
club’s success. If you are currently trained as an RDRS
presenter, please attend this workshop to stay certified to
present in 2008.
Database Workshop – Maintain Your
Membership Records and Maximize Their Use
Location: Mesquite C/Convention
Center
Presenters: Clifford Sheppard and Deborah Zarnoch
Designed to train both new and seasoned database users, this
session is essential for state treasurers and membership
chairs. Database accuracy ensures delivery of membership
benefits, so don’t miss this one-of-a-kind training!
For biographical information on the workshop instructors,
click here.
Make your workshop selections whenever you register for the
convention.
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