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In Touch
an e-newsletter for alumni and friends December 2009
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CALF Office Closed During Holiday
The Foundation office will be closed Dec. 24 and 25 and Jan. 1. |
 Message from Bob Gray
I want to personally thank everyone who has contributed their time or their treasure to Ag Leadership this year. Time is becoming ever more precious - at home and at work - and those who volunteer their time, their energy, and their "touch" to events and activities are not always properly and fully appreciated. I want you to know that I sincerely appreciate what you have done more than I can express in words, and I offer this great big thank you not just from myself, but also on behalf of the board of directors and the Fellows Council. The blessings of the season to you all, and may 2010 be a year to remember. |
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 Leadership Lessons
It is all about me...
At the first seminar in San Luis Obispo Fellows begin to deepen their understanding of themselves. This includes being introduced to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Understanding your preferential behavior is important in order to understand how to focus your leadership energy. If you need a refresher on your MBTI you might want to visit David Keirsey's web site, www.keirsey.com. As Dr. Flores points out, the MBTI is your preferred behavior, but as a leader, adapting to the situation you find yourself in is an important skill. |
Ag Leadership Survey: Your Participation is Critical
A stakeholder survey was recently distributed to alumni, friends and other individuals. The survey asked for feedback and direction for the Foundation and its activities. If you haven't done so already, please complete the survey (it should take about 15 minutes). Your input is extremely valuable to the future of Ag Leadership. Thank you. |
In Memoriam
Lenore J. Carter, wife of Warren Carter (Class 7), passed away on Nov. 26. We extend our sincere sympathies to Warren, family and friends. - Read obituary.
The Nancy Rupp Tibbitts Scholarship was established at UC Davis as a tribute to her service and to support the students she cared about. Nancy was in Class 18. To contribute, click here. |
Thank You Major Leadership Stakeholders
- Region 9 Golf Tournament: $30,000
- Wells Fargo Foundation: $30,000
- Group sponsorship (American AgCredit, CoBank, Farm Credit West, US AgBank and California Farm Credit Association): $25,000
- Capital Insurance Group: $5,000
- Bart Fisher (Class 5): $2,000
- Ed (Class 3) and Rosa Boutonnet: $1,000
- Stephen Brown (Class 38): $1,000
- California Hispanic Association of Professionals in Agriculture: $1,000
- Gail Gray (Class 22): $1,000
- Janette Smith (Class 15): $1,000
- Rod (Class 29) and Carol Stark: $1,000
- Turlock Fruit Co.: $1,000
END OF YEAR DONATIONS: You may want to take advantage of the impending end-of-the-year tax incentive and donate to Ag Leadership by Thursday, Dec. 31. As always, we appreciate your support! Please send your contribution to: Ag Leadership, 1300 National Dr., Suite 180, Sacramento, CA 95834. Online donations using your credit card are also accepted. |
Yearbooks For Sale
If you would like to purchase a 42-page commemorative yearbook celebrating 40 years of Ag Leadership, contact Nicole at nbell@agleaders.org or 916-928-2202. Cost is $50. The yearbook includes photos of founders Dean Brown and JG Boswell, a foreword by President/CEO Bob Gray, a group photo and list of names from each class, and a tribute to former President/CEO Tim LaSalle. | |
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| "In Touch" is a monthly email newsletter distributed by the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (916) 928-2202. If you have news to share, please contact our Editor, Meredith Rehrman Ritchie (Class 28), at editor_agleaders@yahoo.com or (916)984-4473. | |
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