National Volunteer Conference

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The National Volunteer Conference is a weekend-long event that focuses on providing the alumni of Alpha Phi Omega with the training and resources necessary to be an effective and knowledgeable volunteer.

The National Volunteer Conference (NVC), hosted every odd year during the summer, is an opportunity for Alpha Phi Omega alumni to gather to further develop their skills as effective volunteers of the Fraternity. The weekend-long conference offers the chance for training, feedback opportunities with the Board of Directors, and networking with alumni from across the country. The goal of the conference is to provide alumni volunteers with the training and skills required to be successful, whether the alumni is a recent graduate looking to get involved or a veteran volunteer. The more basic workshops review the essentials of volunteering and advising chapters, while the more detailed sessions discuss chapter and program support and management. In addition to the programming of NVC, this weekend provides the opportunity to network with a number of alumni volunteers from across the nation.

Registration is now open for the 2013 National Volunteer Conference is scheduled for July 18-21, 2013.

Opening Session: Thursday, July 18th at 8:00 PM CT

Closing expected by Sunday, July 21st at noon

Click on the ad to your right to register today!

Why Attend?

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NVC is an opportunity for APO alumni to gather to further develop their skills as effective volunteers for the Fraternity. The weekend-long conference offers the chance for training, feedback opportunities with the Board of Directors and networking with alumni from across the country.

The goal of the conference is to provide alumni volunteers with the training and skills required to be successful, whether they are recent graduates looking to get involved or veteran volunteers. The more basic workshops review the essentials of volunteering and advising chapters, while the more detailed sessions discuss chapter and program support and management. In addition to the programming, this weekend provides the opportunity to network with a number of alumni volunteers from across the nation.

Trying to decide where you fit in or why you should attend? Take a peek at the 2013 Workshop list. Maybe one of these workshops will assist you in making a decision and finding the appropriate training to sharpen the skills needed in your volunteer role.

Workshop Listing

Announcing: New Internal Volunteer Development Training Program

Assisting with Chapter Bylaws

Board Restructuring Focus Groups

Building Rapport with Advisors

Building Rapport with Chapters

Communicating With Advisors

Conference Planning

Effective Communication With College Students

Effective Project Management

First Aid Training

Fundraising 101

Healthy Conflict Resolution

Legal Responsibilities of Volunteers

Networking and Relationship Building

Officer Portal Training

Partnering with Scouting and Youth Services Organizations

Perpetual Inventory 101

Resources For Advisors

Risk Management For Chapters

Section Char Orientation

Social Media and Technology

Staff Expectations and Accountability

Successful Extension Efforts

The Business of APO

Transitioning From Active to Staff

Underground Activities

Volunteer Recruitment

Volunteer Staff Motivation

Working with College Administrators

Working with Struggling Chapters

Programs & Workshops

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Introducing our Opening Session Keynote Speaker for July 18th!

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About the speaker...

Lethia Owens is internationally recognized as a speaker, author, corporate coach and online radio/TV personality. She is the president and CEO of Lethia Owens International, Inc. Mrs. Owens is a certified corporate coach, information-technology expert and business authority with more than 15 years of experience and a strong track record of results. She uses her radio program, online TV show, high value content, dynamic keynote presentations and engaging training programs to show others they too can achieve extraordinary results - if they have the right skills and attitude. Through the use of real-life stories and common sense strategies, she awakens the potential in audiences to think, work and live powerfully. Her enthusiasm is contagious and she has the amazing ability to engage audiences in a way that allows them to serve customers, handle conflict, manage people, communicate and perform their jobs with new professionalism.

Click here to view Lethia's full biography...

In addition to our Keynote Speaker we will be offering a program designed to offer the best workshops for you! We will provide a full description of each workshop soon!

Workshop Listing

Assisting with Chapter Bylaws

Board Restructuring Focus Groups

Building Rapport with Advisors

Building Rapport with Chapters

Communicating With Advisors

Conference Planning

Effective Communication With College Students

Effective Project Management

First Aid Training

Fundraising 101

Healthy Conflict Resolution

Internal Volunteer Development Training Program

Legal Responsibilities of Volunteers

Networking and Relationship Building

Officer Portal Training

Partnering with Scouting and Youth Services Organizations

Perpetual Inventory 101

Resources For Advisors

Risk Management For Chapters

Section Char Orientation

Social Media and Technology

Staff Expectations and Accountability

Successful Extension Efforts

The Business of APO

Transitioning From Active to Staff

Underground Activities

Volunteer Recruitment

Volunteer Staff Motivation

Working with College Administrators

Working with Struggling Chapters

Leadership Development Opportunities

Basic Skills Presentation/Facilitation Skills Practical Portion (Prerequisite: Basic Skills Webinar)
Observer In Training Observing (Prerequisites: Basic Skills and Observer Webinar).

Around the Country Club Plaza

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0700

The Country Club Plaza is a great area for experiencing many of Kansas City's favorite restaurants and shops. You will find many fun things to do out and about the Plaza ranging from theaters & spas to carriages & gondola rides. Learn more about the site of the 2013 National Volunteer Conference located at Kansas City's Country Club Plaza...

Hotel

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Holiday Inn Country Club Plaza
One East 45th Street
Kansas City , Missouri 64111 United States

Phone: 816-753-7400

Visit their Website

Could be a hot Missouri day in July and the hotel has a great pool so don't forget your swimsuits! For additional hotel amenities, click here.

Transportation

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Airport:

Nearest Airport is the Kansas City's International Airport. Kansas City International Airport, Code is MCI

For more information, please visit their Website.

APO Bus - Agenda Kansas City
The Alpha Phi Omega Bus is a FREE ride between the Kansas City International Airport and the Holiday Inn Country Club Plaza. Come on aboard with your fellow brothers on the Alpha Phi Omega Bus.

UPDATED SCHEDULE: The following schedule has been confirmed with Agenda KC using member travel times during registration.

Thursday, July 18
Kansas City International Airport (one stop location in all three terminals) to Holiday Inn on the Plaza.

11:15am pickup
12:40pm pickup
2:15pm pickup
5:20pm pickup

Sunday, July 21
Holiday Inn on the Plaza to the Kansas City International Airport (one stop location in all three terminals).

9:30am pickup
12:30pm pickup
3pm pickup

Please know that due to costs, we will be unable to provide rides at other times.

Other Ground Transportation:

You may find additional information on other ground transportation options by clicking here.

Registration

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Registration for the 2013 National Volunteer Conference (NVC) is open through June 16th (deadline depends on registrant counts vs. hotel capacity).

NVC is a weekend-long event that focuses on providing Alpha Phi Omega alumni with the training and resources necessary to be effective and knowledgeable volunteers. This year's event will be held July 18-21, 2013, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the Holiday Inn on the Country Club Plaza. See the sidebar on the right to register online.

Registration Cost:
(pricing determined by occupancy as follows & includes a total per person rate.)

Triple room occupancy = $75.00

Double room occupancy = $150.00

Single room occupancy = $250.00

Meals Included:

Friday, July 19th - Breakfast, Lunch
Saturday, July 20th - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Banquet)

Sunday, July 21st - Breakfast

Optional Events:

Join us for a fun night with your fellow brothers for the new Fellowship Friday! Additional details/information to come....
National Office will be giving tours on Saturday afternoon. Transportation is not provided. Travel times are approximately 22-25 minutes each way (between 13-15 miles).

Registrants Listing

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