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We wish to thank the following corporations and graduates for their generous
sponsorship of the LP XXIII and LDI XIV Programs.
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LDI XIV 2006-07 Program
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GRADS IN THE NEWS
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Claudia L. Allen, LP VIII, was elected Vice President of the Board of Trustees for the Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation.
Larry S. Blair, LP XVI, was named to the board of Industrial Scientific Corporation.
Deena Conte, LP XXIII participant, was named to the board of the Pittsburgh Planned Giving Council.
Jennifer Daurora, current LDI XIV participant, talks about being a leader in training in her family's business.
Mary Frances Dean, LP XXI, was recently named to the board of The Pittsburgh Planned Giving Council.
Rep. Eugene DePasquale, LDI I, was noted for potentially setting an example for other lawmakers.
Jason Finke, LP XI, recently shared his "Perspectives on Negative Pittsburgh."
Mariann Geyer, LP XII, shines in the spotlight as a PIttsburgh Tribune Review Newsmaker.
Gretchen Haggerty, LP III, explains how "Mentors, golf can help women break the glass ceiling."
Terri Henderson, LP XX, was named director of project development for the Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania.
Jennifer Highfield, LDI VII, was elected to the board of the Pittsburgh New Music Ensemble Inc.
Twyla Johnson, LP XX, has joined the board of directors for the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh.
Allison Lee-Mann, LP XIII, was named Vice Chair of the board of directors of Youth Works.
Carolyn Maue, LP XVI, was named a Vice President of the board of directors for the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh.
Iris Nahemow, LP XIV, was named chair of the board of directors of Youth Works.
Bruce Nelson, LP XXI, has been promoted to head of the Microsoft division of R.L. Nelson and Associates, Inc., and will serve as the organization's President and CEO.
Steven Paul, LDI XI, was named Executive Director of Preservation Pittsburgh.
Frank J. Pistella, LP III will concentrate on public benefit issues at Neighborhood Legal Services Association's Pittsburgh offices.
William Schenck, LP I, of TriState Capital Bank is ready to break more records above and beyond the $85 million his company recently raised - making it the largest startup bank in state history when it began operations January 25th.
Alex Sciulli, LP VI, is on a mission to change perhaps one of the biggest mis-conceptions about the Engineers' Society of Western Pennsylvania.
Ed Shriver, LP XVII, discusses how Downtown-based Strada Architecture LLC is the only Pittsburgh architecture firm to design a casino.
Dr. Howard Slaughter, Jr., LP IX, was added to the board of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
Thomas Sterling, LP IV, was recently named senior vice president-administration for U.S. Steel Corp.
Alex W. Thomson, LP XIX, was made a member of the 2007 executive committee at Houston Harbaugh P.C., Attorneys at Law.
Jonathan Walkush, LDI III, was named a member of the board of directors of Youth Works.
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GRADS AROUND TOWN
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Colleen Criste, LDI VII, at The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh's 25th Anniversary.
Sky Foerster, LP XVII, Kathy Humphrey, LP XXIII participant, and Aradhna
Dhanda, LP XVIII, were shown here participating in a panel discussion during the Western Pennsylvania Forum for School
Superintendents.
Dave Klasnick, LP XV, and LPInc. Board member, was an event co-chair and coach for this year's Pittsburgh Muscle Team Event benefiting the Pittsburgh Muscular Dystrophy Association (scroll to "Game Plan."
B.J. Leber, LP IX, ended the first week of her new job with a gala: the West Penn Hospital Foundation's Friendship Ball
Eve Picker, LPXIII, and Yvonne Campos, LP IX, were spotted sharing smiles at the Pittsburgh Business Times' 2007 Book of Lists Reception.
Chloe Velasquez, LP XVIII, was honored with a 2007 Duquesne Light African-American Leadership Award.
Stephen Winikoff, LDI X, is celebrating with event co-chair Susan Renda at Chatham Baroque's Eighth Annual Twelfth Night Gala.
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Have you attended a special event and had your photo taken by the papparazi? If so, let us know and we may be featuring you in this spot in an upcoming newsletter!
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 LP XXIII Learns About Youth Issues
Mike Hepler, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club shares the important work that his organization does to help and support youth in the community during the recent LP XXIII session on "Youth at Risk | Youth Enagaged" session held at The Pittsburgh Project. Pictured are participants Scott Erickson, Dina Clark, Tracy Evans, Elizabeth Strydom, and Petra Mitchell.
Making Connections & Leveraging Networks
The LPIConnective connects active leaders to each other and to leading organizations in the region. It also provides LPInc. with the resources necessary to suppport diversity by underwriting tuition assistance for program participants who might not otherwise be able to participate. Additionally, this contribution enables us to promote engagement of our graduate network in regional issues. Won't you join or renew your membership in the LPIConnective now? Help us to help you by clicking here.
Business Women First
Business Women First is a new publication, born from a roundtable discussion by women business
leaders, that includes concerns of local business women, success stories and
trends. LPInc. is proud to see so many of our female graduates featured in this publication! Did you know...
...Mary Del Brady, LP I, prefers guiding sail boats to running ocean liners?
...As a youngster, Selena Schmidt, LDI X, was encouraged to debate international policy and
common events?
...Mentoring has become a way of life for Kathleen Monkelis, LDI XII?
...The path to becoming a company president was long and challenging for Chloe Velasquez, LP XVIII?
...Yvonne Campos, LP IX, started the first local chapter of the Women Presidents' Organization six years ago?
...Connie Cibrone, LPVII, grew up wanting to be in business, but her initial plan was to work for
one of the region’s larger manufacturers?
 Yvonne Campos, LP IX, another Pittsburgh Tribune Review Newsmaker, is a recipient of the 2007 Enterprising Women of the Year Award from Enterprising Women Magazine. Yvonne is President and CEO of Downtown-based Campos, Inc., and received the award in the category of a business with more than $1 million and up to $5 million in annual sales. More than 40 entrepreneurs were nominated for this award. Campos' selection reflects the growth of her business and her leadership in the community. For even more information on Yvonne and this award, please click here. And of course, please join us in wishing a hearty congratulations to Yvonne and the entire staff at Campos!
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Politics with a Smile
Rep. Jason Altmire, LDI VII, recently helped the nation to
"Better Know A District" while playing paper football with
Stephen Colbert on Comedy Central's The Colbert Report (VIDEO).
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LPI CONNECTIVE EVENTS &
NEWS
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LPI Connective Happy Hour!
Presented in partnership with Entreprenuerial Thursdays, this special event features a panel of LPInc. graduates discussing: "Pressing Issues Facing Pittsburgh: A Variety of Leadership Perspectives"
When: 5:30 PM - 8:30PM, Thursday, March 22, 2007
Where: Dowe's on 9th, 121 Ninth Street, Downtown Pittsburgh
This event is FREE to LPIConnective Members (a cover charge at the door will apply to all others). To join the LPIConnective, click here.
PLEASE RSVP BY MARCH 20.
Registration is availabe online at http://www.lpinc.org/community_events.asp, or by contacting Linda Brown at 412-392-4505 or office@lpinc.org
GET CONNECTED!
Not yet a member of the LPI Connective? Join today and you'll be eligible to receive discounts for future events plus other benefits of membership!
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LPInc. RELATED ACTIVITIES
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SAVE THESE DATES!
Pittsburgh NonProfit Summit
What: Pittsburgh NonProfit Summit
When: Thursday, May 10, 2007
Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This is a unique event for community leaders at all levels and from all types and sizes of organizations. Attendees will have a chance to participate in five learning experiences and be introduced to
some best practice and cutting edge ideas.
• Take time to
invest in yourself and your organization
• Learn about best practices from
local and national leaders
• Gain practical knowledge and skills, and network
with regional leaders
The latest program and registration information will be available March 1st at:
http://www.gwpa2.org/summit2007/.
Youth Workforce Development Conference
From Stephanie Schoenberg, LDI XII:
What: Youth Workforce Development Conference
When: Friday, April 27, 2007
Where: Omni Willian Penn Hotel, Downtown Pittsburgh
This year's conference is presented jointly by YouthWorks and Urban Action Youth. The theme is "Connecting the Dots: Converging Resources for Tomorrow's Workforce." A new addition is the Youth Career Fair on Saturday, April 28th, sponsored by YouthLINK. Youth workforce development professionals, educators and community leaders are invited to submit proposals for workshop presentations. For more information, see the PDF here, or contact:
Karen Bryant, 412-281-6629 x 213, or kjbryant@youthworksinc.com
Regional Arts Education Day
From Aradhna Dhanda, LP XVIII:
What: Regional Arts Education Day
Featuring Keynote Speaker Dan Pink, author of "A Whole New Mind"
When: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Thursday, March 15, 2007
Where: Soldiers & Sailors National Military Museum and Memorial
For more information, see the registration form here; call 412-201-7405 or email: info@artsedcollaborative.org
Pittsburgh Party for a Purpose
From Lauren Mikus, LDI XIV Participant:
What: Pittsburgh Party for a Purpose, Benefiting Pittsburgh Cares
When: 8:30 PM - 2:00 AM, Saturday, March 3, 2007
Where: Olive or Twist, 140 Sixth Street, Downtown Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Party for a Purpose is dedicated to helping small nonprofits grow by
throwing fabulous parties in their honor. Pittsburgh Cares was selected as this
party's recipient. Cost: $10 donation at the door with 100% of proceeds to benefit the work of Pittsburgh Cares in our community.
For more information or to sign up, check out their website here.
Civic Forum: "The U.S. in Iraq: Options, Risks, Prospects"
From Sky Foerster, LP XVII:
What: Civic Forum: "The U.S. in Iraq: Options, Risks, Prospects"
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON, Friday, March 30, 2007
Where: Rivers Club, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant Street, Downtown Pittsburgh
Cost: $25.00 per person (includes continental breakfast)
Regardless of one’s political persuasion, there is no issue facing the United States more critical—and, in many respects, more divisive—than deciding a way forward with respect to the war in Iraq.This non-partisan civic forum brings together a most distinguished and experienced panel with a broad range of views and perspectives. For more information, please see the flyer here.
RSVP by phone at 412-281-7972, or by email: programs@worldaffairspittsburgh.org
Volunteer Opportunities
From Judy Eakin, LP XXI:
Organization: HEARTH (Homelessness Ends with Advocacy, Resources, Training and Housing), a transitional housing program for homless women and children, seeks volunteers for its various standing commitees and event commitees, such as June's "Tee & Green," or September's "The Art of Wine and Food."
For more information, please contact Judy Eakin, LP XXI, or Jerry Drozynski, LP XXI at:
412-939-2302 or visit: www.hearth-bp.org
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Job Opening
From Stephanie Flom, LPXV:
Position: Development Director
Organization: The Boyd Community Center and Lauri Ann West Memorial Library
The Boyd Community Center enlivens
and strengthens the community by providing a vibrant and welcoming place for
community engagement. The Center delivers dynamic high quality cultural,
educational, and recreational classes, camps, and workshops and memorable
special events.
For more information about this position, click on the PDF here, or contact:
Stephanie Flom, Executive Director, sflom@boydcommunitycenter.org
Looking for another avenue for posting your job openings? Email us at leadershipnews@lpinc.org
and we'll list them in a future edition of the Leadership
Log.
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Board Openings
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and we'll list them in an upcoming edition of Leadership
Log.
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