February 19-21   Houston, Texas

 

Online Registration form
   is below, you may complete and pay by credit card online.

PDF registration form
HERE, please complete and mail a check with the registration form to the address below.

 

Logistics

Bush Intercontinental Airport is a 30 minute drive from the resort, with all major airlines

The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center address is:

2301 N. Millbend Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 Located just north of Houston Texas

All overnight accommodations is included in your registration package. The conference planning team will make your reservations for you.

Schedule

Arrive on Sunday afternoon

Dinner will be "pay on your own" at a local venue--transportation will be provided.

See conference schedule on page to the right.


Directors/CEO's Meeting & Conference 
February 19-21, 2012  -  Houston, Texas

Reflect, Rekindle, and Renew -  Come with an open mind and a willingness to share your expertise and learn from your colleagues.  The participants/presenters  will be peer-to-peer from the very best in our community of practice.

The registration fee includes two overnight private room accommodations, all meals (breakfast, two breaks, lunch and dinner) on Monday; breakfast, breaks, and lunch on Tuesday.  Plus invaluable learning, sharing and networking.   Register early and get an additional discount that includes shuttle transportation to and from the airport  and resort (a $72 value).   The conference will be limited to fifty (50) participants. So, register early to guarantee you have a reserved place. 

 

All registration and reservations will be made through the leadership planning team to the resort.  You will be sent a confirmation of your reservation within one week of registering.  Incidental expenses will be the responsibility of each individual and you may be asked for a credit card at the time of check-in for this purpose only. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 10, 2012

  Early Bird Regular Late
  Deadline was Postmarked by Postmarked  
  12/31/11 01/19/12 After 1/19/12  
ALP Member   $700 $750  
Non-Member   $900 $950  
One-day rate-member   $300 $400  
One-day rate non-member   $400 $500  
Extra overnight stay   $250 $250  

NOTE:

If you would like to come early--perhaps for the weekend or stay after the conference, the additional night(s) at the resort will be available on a limited basis.  Please contact Lura Hammond at info@alp-leaders.net to make specific arrangements.

Join ALP TODAY and save on the registration fee:  www.alp-leaders.net/memberadd.asp

CONFERENCE LOCATION
The Woodlands Conference & Resort
2301 North Millbend
The Woodlands, Texas 77380

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 19th TUESDAY February 21st
6:30 PM Networking Dinner (pay on your own)--transportation provided 7:00-8:15 AM Breakfast
MONDAY February 20th 8:30-12:00 PM Plenary Sessions
7:00-8:15 AM Breakfast 12:00-1:15 PM LUNCH
8:30-9:00 AM Welcome/Overview    
9:00-12:00 PM Learning Sessions    
12:00-1:15 PM LUNCH    
1:30-5:30 PM Learning Sessions    
6:30-8:30 PM Dinner    

 Peer-to-Peer Guided Discussion Topics & Presentations
Relevancy in the Changing Marketplace -- Aradhna Dhanda, Leadership Pittsburgh, PA
This will focus on how leadership programs can refine their program offerings to remain responsive to an evolving marketplace. Employers are looking more and more for ROI and it is getting more difficult to carve out the time for a full-year experience. How can leadership organizations adapt their programs and messaging to adapt? And, what core aspects of our work remain compelling even amidst changes?

Managed Capacity for Performance with Fundraising, Broaden Existing Programs and Launch New Programs -- Ted Carroll, Leadership Greater Hartford, CT

How can leadership programs effectively balance growing capacity and growth and revenue? How do you navigate the "chicken or egg" question of which to do first―add capacity to deliver new programs, or fill in capacity as program growth occurs? What can leadership programs do to assure financial sustainability amidst greater program growth, organizational development, and demands for greater organizational capacity? Explore these questions and more from the perspective of two programs that have grown their footprint and impact in recent years.

Creating Opportunities through Employer Relationships & Employer Engagement
Mark Scheffler, Leadership Akron, OH

How can leadership programs strategically engage employers as a resource of choice for their talent development strategies? How can leadership programs effectively "package" program offerings to showcase return-on-investment and alignment to employers' objectives for talent and leadership development? Learn from Leadership Akron's experiences in cultivating a deeper presence with major employers, enhancing financial sustainability and advancing its mission.

 Developing Program Impact Outcomes -- Harriet Harral, Leadership Fort Worth, TX
Leadership Fort Worth recently underwent a vast restructure and analysis with the objective for an outcome measurement format.  They will share with us the process and ultimate progress.

Benchmarking Performance and Program Effectiveness -- Preceptor's
Betsy Frantz, Leadership Arlington, VA; Christine Kennedy, Leadership Lynchburg, VA,

Learn from the best in our profession - cross section of past Preceptor Award winners who will address a variety of issues in an audience-driven panel discussion. This session will be a great opportunity to gather perspectives from best-in-class leaders on the issues that are foremost for your organization and work.

Meaningful Partnerships with Chambers, Universities/Colleges, & Others -- Kay Fitzsimons, Leadership North Houston,
Relationships with specific connections that forms a meaningful partnerships are important to the success of community leadership programs.  Learn and share successful tips on how to maintain and implement these partnerships.

                     Succession Planning for Your Program

                     Developing Healthy Board and Staff Boundaries-Energizing Staff and Board


 

 
 
     

COMPLETE ONE FORM FOR EACH ATTENDEE   Name badges will reflect name, leadership program or company, city and state

Early Bird Deadline:  December 31st, 2011

 

EVENT

Directors/CEO's Meeting & Conference--Houston  February 19-21, 2012

 

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ATTENDING

Conference Registration - Both Days

ALP Member -  $700 (hotel included)

ALP Member -  $400 (no hotel stay)

Non Member -  $900 (hotel included)

ALP Non Member - $600 (no hotel stay)

Conference Registration - One Day Only

Monday Only/Member- $200 (hotel not included)

   Tuesday Only/Member - $200 (hotel not included)

Monday Only/Non-Member- $300  (hotel not included)

   Tuesday Only/Non-Member- $300  (hotel not included)

Hotel Stay

Overnight Stay - $250 Per Night

 

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