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2012 Leadership Seminar Agenda - "You're the App for That"

 

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New! Recruitment Academy

One member per chapter is invited to attend the Recruitment Academy session facilitated by Josh Wackler, AGR’s Chief Recruitment Officer.  The Recruitment Academy will take place throughout the entire Leadership Seminar.  This means you will attend this academy instead of the other breakout sessions for both Friday and Saturday.  This will be a great resource for your chapter to learn how to increase chapter recruitment on your campus.  Please email president@sigmaalpha.org with your chapter's choice and the location.  If more availability arises, you will be notified at Leadership Seminar, but please express your interest in attending.

 
New! Leadership Seminar Offerings
This year, we are implementing a lot of new and exciting changes! 

Friday

11:45am Meet in Lobby to walk to Lunch (see below for locations)
12-1pm Sigma Alpha Chapter Sharing Lunch - Bring money to attend.  Cost not included in registration.  If you're late, just join us at the locations below:
St. Louis Jimmy Johns, 508 Pine Street, St. Louis, MO 63101 (314) 241-5000 (0.1 mile walk from Hotel)
Atlanta Blimpie Subs, 450 Capitol Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 (404) 554-3113 (Same site as Hotel)
Denver Panera Bread, 4955 S Ulster St., Denver, CO 80237 (303) 741-3770 (0.4 miles walk from Hotel)
Pittsburgh Hard Rock Cafe, 230 W. Station Sq. Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412) 481-7625 (0.1 mile from Hotel)
12-1pm Leadership Seminar Registration
1:30-2:15pm Welcome
2:15-2:30pm Break
Sessions Choose 1 session to attend.
2:30-5:30pm Recruitment Academy - One member/ chapter is strongly encouraged to attend. Email president@sigmaalpha.org to attend for your chapter.
2:30-3:15pm Sigma Alpha Advisors and Alumni Session
2:30-3:15pm "Knowing Yourself & Self-Evaluation" by Logan Chrislaw
2:30-3:15pm "Career Mapping & Realistic Expecations" by Melissa Ernst Johnson
2:30-3:15pm "Do you hear me now?...Did you hear me then?" by Elliott Marsh
2:30-3:15pm "Volunteering & Serving Learning" by Bear Wilson
3:15-3:30pm Break
Sessions Choose 1 to attend.
3:30-4:15pm "Knowing Yourself & Self-Evaluation" by Logan Chrislaw
3:30-4:15pm "Career Mapping & Realistic Expecations" by Melissa Ernst Johnson
3:30-4:15pm "Do you hear me now?...Did you hear me then?" by Elliott Marsh
3:30-4:15pm "Volunteering & Serving Learning" by Bear Wilson
4:15-4:30pm Break
4:30-5:30pm Sigma Alpha Risk Management Session
6pm Dinner
7:15pm Monsanto Meet & Mingle
8:00pm Meet in Lobby to go to Social (see below for locations)
8:15pm Sigma Alpha & Alpha Gamma Rho Social - Bring money to attend. Cost not included in registration.
St. Louis City Museum, $10 entry, 1 mile from the hotel - the group will decide to walk or take taxis
Atlanta Downtown Atlanta, the group will decide where to go once in Downtown (Taking Hotel Shuttle)
Denver Dave & Busters, 2000 S. Colorado St., Denver, CO 80222 (303) 759-1515 (Taking Belleview Light Rail)
Pittsburgh Dave & Busters, 180 E. Waterfront Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15120 (412) 462-1500 (Taking Cab, ~$25 each way)

 

Saturday

8-9:30am Breakfast & Best Practices
9:30-9:45pm Break
9:45-11:30am Recruitment Academy - Same person must attend.
Sessions Choose 1 to attend.
9:45-10:30am "Mission Possible" by Elliot Marsh
9:45-10:30am "Branding & Selling Yourself" by Melissa Ernst Johnson
9:45-10:30am "Upping the Ante, Problem Solving in High Stakes Situations" by Logan C.
9:45-10:30am "Failing & Adapting" by Bear Wilson
10:30-10:45am Break
Sessions Choose 1 to attend.
10:45-11:30am "Mission Possible" by Elliot Marsh
10:45-11:30am "Branding & Selling Yourself" by Melissa Ernst Johnson
10:45-11:30am "Upping the Ante, Problem Solving in High Stakes Situations" by Logan C.
10:45-11:30am "Failing & Adapting" by Bear Wilson
11:30-11:45am Break
11:45-1pm Grand President's Award Lunch
  Agriculture Advocate Award Presentation:
St. Louis Dr. Donna Woudenberg, University of Nebraska - Lincoln Lecturer, Alpha Delta Advisor
Atlanta Dr. Maria Navarro, University of Georgia Associate Professor, Alpha Omicron Advisor
Denver Martha A. Smith, Director of State and Local Government Affairs, Monsanto Company
Pittsburgh Angie Boyce, Talent Acquisition Consultant & Internship Coordinator, Pioneer Hi-Bred - A Dupont Business, Johnston, IA 
1-1:15pm Break
1:15-2:45pm "Flex Communication and Media Relations" 
2:45-3:00pm Break
3:00-4:15pm Sigma Alpha Professional Development Session & 2012 Convention Promotion
St. Louis

"Sigma Alpha - Not Just for Your Resume!" Session presented by Dr. Donna Woudenberg  

Did you join Sigma Alpha with the thought that it would look good on your resume?  It will.  Your membership and the specialized skills you're building (i.e., team-work, financial savvy, public relations experience, goal setting, etc.) are all skills that employers value, and they will be a BIG plus on your resume.  But think again!  You are also developing value that will carry (and maybe sustain) you through your college experience, future employment, and life.  Join us in this fun and interactive session to learn more!
Atlanta

"The Power of Servant Leadership" presented by Dr. Maria Navarro

Servant leaders are not interested in “leading,” but on serving people, communities, and causes. They are stewards of the resources, and they support and help people develop and grow. They are servants, friends, teachers, and mentors, and, without intention, they are viewed and respected as leaders. In this seminar, attendees will reflect on their own leadership styles, explore the journey and potential of servant leaders, and analyze the value of servant leadership in the world of agriculture.
Denver presented by Martha A. Smith
Pittsburgh

"How to Land and Ace Your First Interview" presented by Angie Boyce

Landing your first entry-level job can be tricky.  Proper preparation is key to help alleviate some of the stress involved with job interviews.  In this session, several valuable tips will be shared to help you excel in landing and acing your first job interview.
4:15-4:30pm Break
4:30-5:30pm Closing
5:30pm Adjourn
6pm Meet in Lobby to walk to Dinner (see below for locations)
6:30pm Sigma Alpha & AGR Dinner - Bring money to attend. Cost not included in registration.
St. Louis Calecos, 101 N. Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102 (314) 421-0708 (0.1 mile walk from Hotel) 
Atlanta Bullpen Rib House, 735 Pollard Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30315 (404) 577-5774 (0.9 mile walk from Hotel)
Denver Garcia's Mexican Restaurant, 5050 S. Syracuse St., Denver, CO 80237 (303) 779-4177 (0.4 mile walk from Hotel)
Pittsburgh Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant, 3 Station Sq., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412) 471-9463 (0.2 mile walk from Hotel)