CPRS DISTRICT 12 presents

i choose. . .i choose. . .NOVEMBER 19, 2009NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Coronado Community Center

CHOICE: “Th e determination of the mind… to voluntarily decide to act one way over another;

an alternative”.

We make the choice everyday to lead our life in a certain way.

Dear Workshop Attendees,The power of choice is often overlooked. We get busy in the day-to-day and we tend to think that the environment in which we live, work, and play has already made the decision for us. This could not be a further stretch of the truth. Begin your day with a positive outlook for what can be and let all the wisdom and knowledge provided for you today, at the Annual District 12 November Training, assist you in CHOOSING to make your life, your work, your passion, YOUR CHOICE! It is too easy to resort to the idea that the economy has tanked, your agency is struggling, participation in leisure is low and that what is, is just what is! CHOOSE to take the opportunity presented to you today to make a positive step in the right direction. There is always opportunity; it is a mental, physical and emotional CHOICE to apply it. Even when the chips “appear” down, CHALLENGE, CHOICE and the power to EXCEL – this is what today (and tomorrow) is all about! You will see that with each session topic we have noted who the intended audience would be. We hope this makes your CHIOCE to attend the most benefi cial session an easy one! Look for sessions specifi cally geared for students and young emerging professionals as well, see that we have also found topics for those of you who have joined us from the management and director levels. Please feel free to attend any session you like, but know we have done our best to help you CHOOSE wisely! I sincerely hope that you enjoy today’s program!

Shannon Sellinger, City of Oceanside District 12 Board President

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Special Thanks To:Coronado Community Center staff for your hospitality

“Building your Career” panelist volunteers:Robin Bettin – City of Escondido Eileen Turk – City of Oceanside

Kirk Wenger – City of Solana Beach Marilee Gorham – City of El Cajon

District 12 Board Members for planning the workshop!

EDUCATIONAL SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

Kick-off Keynote & Lunch and Learn- Idris Al-OboudiRecharge, refresh, and ignite your passion for recreation. Idris Al-Oboudi will kick off the morning with an energetic and captivating keynote that will have you ready to make the most of the sessions. As always he leaves you wanting more, so get ready to hear part two during the “Lunch and Learn”, where Mr. Al-Oboudi will focus our attention on the power of “choice” and the benefits of optimism and the magic of using your creative energy to make the most out of your day and your life. He will challenge us to look at obstacles as opportunities and challenges as sources of power to position our agencies in the right direction for better times!

Being Vital- Idris Al-Oboudi What you are working on today is already out of date and “old” tomorrow. Mr. Al-Oboudi will help emerging young professionals and those wanting to move up and move ahead to identify how to be a VITAL player in an organization and in the “game of life”. The practical knowledge presented in this session will inspire and motivate you to be the best you can be. Audience: Students and young professionals; supervisors and managers can also benefit from understanding how to approach and lead the younger employee to success.

Building Non-Profit Partnerships Dr. Serge Dedina will share ways public agencies can save money while maintaining quality public serves by using effective partnerships formed with non-profit organizations. Networking and relationships is the name of the game in these tough economic times. Let Dr. Dedina show you the positive aspects of joining forces with other non-profits! Audience: Recreation professionals of all levels seeking innovative ways to keep their programs running with less!

PERS Update- Rod GouldGet new, updated information on the Public Employees Retirement System. Ask questions, get answers, and learn of the new developments that might have an impact on your retirement. Audience: All Recreation staff; GREAT for those looking to retire in the near future! Managing the Media in Crisis Situations- Lee Swanson, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, will help attendees to understand how to communicate to the media during a crisis situation. Whether you are a director or a part time recreation employee, knowing what to say and how to say it can make all the difference. The media may not have time to find the PIO… make time to send your staff to this training so that when faced with a camera in their face, they “say it right”. Audience: Great for students and young recreation professionals; programming & facilities staff.

Building Your Career! Professional Panel (Facilitated by Idris Al-Oboudi and Shannon Sellinger)Resume building, what to expect in the “real” world, and what happens after graduation. Student focused sessions will address topics you THE STUDENTS asked for! Thanks to RTSA members and the board, we know what you want to know and we have carefully planned opportunities to help you be as successful as you want! Audience: Students and those looking to advance their career.

Corporate Partnerships NOW! Jenny Wolff will explain concepts, strategies, and critical principals to gain corporate partnerships for public agencies. Get in on the opportunity to see the power of partnerships and be “wowed” by how your agency can benefit from forming friendships with private entities. Audience: Recreation professionals of all levels seeking innovative ways to keep the programs running with less!

Viral Marketing Frank Carson, City of Chula Vista, will teach new concepts of viral and guerilla marketing tactics using web 2.0 technology. SOUNDS INTENSE! It is and if you are confused and don’t know what this is, this is for you! He will also cover the cutting edge word of mouth marketing. Get in on this session to get new constituents through your doors! Audience: Recreation professions, Managers and Directors who need a refresher in the “tech 2009”!

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

8:15 am - 8:45 am- Banquet Room and Patio Check In/ Breakfast

8:45 am - 10:15 am- Banquet Room CPRS President’s Address Darin Loughrey, Region 5 Representative Welcome Shannon Sellinger, CPRS District 12 Board President Keynote Speaker- Idris Al-Oboudi

10:20 am -11:15am- Session 1 Being Vital – Idris Al-Oboudi Triton Room

Building Non Profi t Partnerships - Serge Dedina, PhD Nautilus Room

PERS Update – Rod Gould Playhouse Room

Managing the Media in a Crisis Situation- Lee Swanson, PIO Abalone Room

11:20 am -12:15 pm- Session 2 Building your Career – Professional Panel Facilitated by Idris Al-Oboudi and Shannon Sellinger Triton Room

Corporate Partnerships NOW! - Jenny Wolff Nautilus Room

Frank Carson - Viral Marketing Playhouse Room

12:15 pm -1:15 pm- Banquet Room and Patio Lunch and Learn – an inspirational working lunch hour with Idris Al-Oboudi

1:15 pm - 1:30 pm- Banquet Room and Patio Wrap-up and workshop evaluations. Mentor program meet and greet and networking opportunities.*Please join us for a tour of the recreation facilities at Naval Air Station North Island

directly after the workshop. Sign up at the registration desk if you are interested.