February e-Communique Sponsors The sky's the limit for alumni On Saturday, Feb. 28, Scottsdale Leadership alumni are invited to an exclusive tour of the new control tower at Sky Harbor Airport. The event begins at 9:15 a.m. with a presentation followed by a tour of the Tower Simulator, which recreates any type of weather condition. Next, is a stop at the Radar Room to watch controllers as they provide radar service to traffic flying within 40 miles of Sky Harbor. Attendees will leave understanding what happens during departure and prior to landing at any airport. Guests can come early to enjoy breakfast at Paradise Bakery in the airport’s Terminal 3, before embarking on the tour. If you would like to join the group for breakfast, please arrive by 8:15 a.m. Breakfast is not included in the ticket price. Otherwise, you can meet the group at Paradise Bakery at 9:15 a.m. Space is limited and all attendees must be at least 14-years-old, a U.S citizen and have a valid photo ID. Date: Saturday, February 28 Time: optional breakfast 8:15 – 9:15 a.m., all attendees meet at 9:15 a.m. at Paradise Bakery in Terminal 3 to depart for security, tour is 9:30-11 a.m. Location: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Terminal 3, parking available at Terminal Tickets: $15; $10 for dues-paid alumni RSVP deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 18. To purchase your tickets today, email Scottsdale Leadership at info@scottsdaleleadership.org, call 480-627-6710 or visit www.scottsdaleleadership.org/events/skyharbor. How is the economy affecting Scottsdale? Save the date for Scottsdale Leadership's 6th Annual Community Forum on Wednesday, April 22 where we will take a close look at how the economic situation is effecting our daily lives and those activities and amenities we've come to enjoy in Scottsdale. Date: Wednesday, April 22 Time: 7:15 a.m. check-in; 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. breakfast & forum Location: Hyatt Regency at Gainey Ranch, 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Tickets: $35; $25 dues-paid alumni Panelists will represent banking, tourism, city services and the real estate industry. Tickets will be available in March. Calendar of Events February 6, 2009 Core Program: Quality of Life & Sustainability Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. February 6, 2009 Alumni Social Location: Sol y Sombra, 20707 N. Pima Rd. Time: 5 - 7 p.m. February 20, 2009 Core Program: Safe Communities Location: Police and Fire Training Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. February 28, 2009 Alumni Tour at Sky Harbor Location: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Terminal 3 Time: 8:30 - 11 a.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance March 6, 2009 Core Program: City Governance Location: City of Scottsdale Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. March 20, 2009 Core Program: Arts in Scottsdale Location: Medicis Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For more information or to register for these events, call Scottsdale Leadership at 480-627-6710 or info@scottsdaleleadership.org. Get more involved with Scottsdale Leadership in 2009-2010 Scottsdale Leadership is seeking alumni to serve on the Board of Directors for 2009-2010. Board members time and talents will shape the future of the organization. Open Board of Directors Positions • Alumni Events Vice Chair • Board & Volunteer Development Vice Chair • Community Events Vice Chair • Core Program Vice Chair • Marketing & PR Vice Chair • Membership Development Vice Chair • Outreach & Recruitment Vice Chair • Resource Development Vice Chair Any 2008-2009 dues-paid alumni or member of Class XXIII is eligible to run for the Board of Directors. Terms begin on June 1, 2009 and are two-year commitments, serving as Vice Chair during the first year and Chair during the second. A New Board Member Orientation and Board Retreat will be held on May 15. Additionally, a $1,500 annual give or get financial commitment is required of all Board members. How do I run for a position? Alumni may only run for one position. Interested candidates must submit a Board of Directors application, due to Scottsdale Leadership by Feb. 17. Descriptions of all Vice Chair positions along with the application are available online at www.scottsdaleleadership.org/boardofdirectors. Help recruit Class XXIV Starting today, applications are available for Class XXIV! Alumni are the best resource for recruiting future class members. If you know individuals who have the drive to become great community leaders, Scottsdale Leadership would love to meet them. Email their name, email address and phone number to info@scottsdaleleadership.org and we will send them information about the program. Alumni and current class members who submit Class XXIV prospects will be entered into a drawing for $100 to Cafe ZuZu! Invite potential Class XXIV members to join Scottsdale Leadership for appetizers and drinks at the Applicants Reception on Wednesday, March 25 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at The Phoenician, 6000 E. Camelback Road. Applicants will meet and talk with advisory board members, board of directors, alumni and current class members. The Applicants Reception is sponsored by Harris Private Bank and The Phoenician. RSVP for the reception by Friday, March 20 to Scottsdale Leadership at info@scottsdaleleadership.org or 480-627-6710. For more information, or to download an application, visit www.scottsdaleleadership.org/coreprogram. Alumni Spotlight - Katie Campana Class: XX - Dos Esquis Current place of employment and title: Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Director of Community Relations Community Involvement: Scottsdale Leadership, Spirit of Community Leadership Luncheon Logistics Committee, Arts Day Co-chair; American Heart Association, American Heart Walk Logistics Committee; current class member of Valley Leadership How has Scottsdale Leadership helped you contribute to your current job or community involvement? My job requires knowing about what is going on in the community, understanding issues, connecting businesses, and building relationships with business leaders; that is exactly what Scottsdale Leadership offers. Who has inspired you the most? My family inspires me. My father started us off with his work on the Scottsdale City Council in the 70’s, my mother joined a decade later, and my sister has also taken an active role in creating a community dialogue. They have each continued to make a difference in their own unique way and I am so proud of the work they have done. What was your most memorable Scottsdale Leadership class day and why? Experiences are always the most memorable for me, so I would say the most memorable was our group project day at Sierra Vista Academy. We painted side by side with the students and helped to create a new school environment. It was so memorable because at the end of the day we created something together. We were role models for students who needed mentoring and to feel pride in their school. What is one goal you have for this year? My goal is to take advantage of more opportunities that are presented to me. Often it is easier to say no or to find an excuse, but the truth is that experiences usually leads to something amazing. Also, to make sure the Phoenix Chamber has a successful year. What is your favorite Scottsdale place/thing to do? It is gorgeous outside these days, so hiking Camelback or Pinnacle Peak is a must. Congratulating ourselves for a great hike, a “bike and pub crawl” is always nice too! Riding around Scottsdale, enjoying the public art, and visiting some of our local eateries and watering holes are at the top of my list as well. I have also recently discovered the Scottsdale Farmer’s Market on Saturdays – and there is a new Sunday one too! What is a hot topic or current development happening in your company or organization? Our board Chairman reluctantly accepted the resignation of our President and CEO. It will not be easy finding another mentor and leader with such vision and business acumen, but fortunately we have an amazing Board of Directors to handle the search. If you couldn't have your current job, what would you want to do? I'm quite certain that if I weren't at my current job I'd be doing the same thing for another company – community relations and investment. What can I say, it’s in my blood! If you could change one thing about Scottsdale, what would it be? I would like to have the light rail run through downtown Scottsdale and beyond - I'd love an easier commute! Also, to have fewer hot summer days and more fall and spring days when the weather is perfect and all the fun stuff happens. What advice can you give the current class, Class XXIII? Listen, be present, be active – stay active, and enjoy the days as well as your class members. Updates & Brags Tina Brown, Class 15, honored Tina Brown was honored as Diversity Champion at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Jan. 9. Brown, founder of Sistas of AZ, a non-profit that empowers and educates the African-American community regarding health care choices and issues, was honored for her dedication to the community and diversity issues. Alumni elected to public offices Congratulations to Ron McCullagh of Class 18 and Bonnie Sneed of Class 22 on their recent election victories. McCullagh began his second term as Scottsdale City Councilman this January. Sneed was elected to the Scottsdale Unified School District School Board. Michelle Yates to serve as director of community group Class 19 graduate Michelle Yates will serve as the director of Women of Scottsdale for 2009. Women of Scottsdale was founded in 1998 for women who live, work or conduct business in Scottsdale to share their love of community and belief in the "Spirit of Scottsdale". Brian Bednar honored by fraternity This March, Brian Bednar, Class 20, will be inducted into the Gamma-Chi Hall of Fame of his fraternity, Kappa Sigma. Bednar is an active alumni of his fraternity and was honored recently for being an outstanding alumnus advisor with Kappa Sigma. Jen Kaplan named to local board Class 21 graduate, Jen Kaplan, was recently named vice president of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Arizona Chapter executive board. Scottsdale Leadership, Inc. 8201 E. McDowell Rd., M/D S110 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (480) 627-6710 www.scottsdaleleadership.org