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KSC STAR SPEAKER'S BUREAU
KSC STAR SPEAKERS
WORKSHOP BOOKINGS: When booking a one-day workshop we will draw from this pool of speakers. Their assignments will depend upon their area of expertise, location, availablity, and level of speaking commitment. All of our speakers can deliver an excellent presentation on any of our workshop topics. Click on the speaker's picture to get their information.
MARSHA BARNES
Marsha is a 34 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council Board of Directors the past 22 years, and currently serving on the Council’s Executive Board as the Recording Secretary. Professionally, she is the Tech Store Supervisor for KanOkla Telephone Association, where she has worked the past 13 years. Her work has been mostly supervisory in nature and she has continuously worked to upgrade her professional skills by taking business classes. She is currently working toward her “Key Employee” certificate.
Marsha and her late husband Elbert, who were married 37 years, have two children and two grandchildren and have been life-long residents in Caldwell, Kansas.
Volunteerism is very much a part of Marsha's life. She is a member of Corbin United Methodist Church, serves on the Board of Directors on the Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of the Chamber of Commerce. She was selected Leadership Sumner County Graduate.
Honors in ESA have been abundant. She has received her Fifth Degree Pallas Athene, achieved the status of "Certified Volunteer of ESA", and received recognition as a chapter and district outstanding sister four times. She has also received the prestigious Outstanding (Roadrunner) Volunteer of the Year. Marsha has held numerous positions of leadership on the chapter, district, state and international levels.
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Travel is limited to weekends or if distance is not a factor week day evenings can be negotiated.
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
 | “Pitcher Personalities”
Every organization has many kinds of personalities that pull together the dynamics of leadership. This presentation emphasized the different kinds of personalities and how they fit to make an organization operate effectively. With the use of many different kinds of pitchers the presentation will emphasize how to deal with the positives and the negatives of various personalities within a group. It also emphasizes the various leadership styles. |
| "The Tator Sister’s"
The “Tator” Sisters is a humorous presentation on the different styles of leadership that can be exhibited in an organization. Marsha’s unique sense of humor will entertain you as well as inform you with this presentation. This is a 30 minute presentation good for chapter and/or district functions. |
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COLEEN CAPE
Coleen is a 34 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council in many offices and State President in 1990. She has received her 5th degree Pallas Athene and is a Certified Volunteer of ESA. Coleen has worked on the International level of ESA for many years as a workshop and leadership presenter, and motivational speaker. She served as the International Council President of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International in 2005. She is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the ESA Membership Corporation.
Professionally, Coleen has worked at Barton County Community College 14 years, currently as the Coordinator of Fund Rising & Special Events in their Foundation office. Her duties extend to special events for the college in general. Coleen was in intragal part of a team effort at the college that developed the criteria and format for the six hour Customer Service training of all the employees and student workers. Over the past 20 years Coleen has spoken at State and International Conventions of Epsilon Sigma Alpha all over the United States. She often speaks to city and area civic groups.
Coleen and her husband Ira reside in Great Bend, Kansas. They have two sons, and “three beautiful granddaughters.” Coleen is one of our most outstanding and inspirational speakers. Her passion is working with the client to motivate their passion for living a life with inner peace, power, and purpose. Her message is one of inspiration and belief in your inner power to achieve all that you are capable of achieving. She will inspire you to believe in yourself and claim the power of your inner spirit.
Speaking Classifications: Keynote speaker: motivational and Inspirational, Seminar leader, Workshop presenter, Entertainer/Humorist and leadership presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Prefer to drive but would fly if necessary.
Contracts: Level 1 & 2 requests
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| "On The Stage of Life – You are the Star!”
Description: A good basic motivational self-esteem presentation. The presentation will help the audience realize their potential in all things and helping them determine their self esteem. The use of humor and personal anecdotes will make audience aware of the integral part each individual plays in the lives of everyone around them, regardless of how they preceive themselves. |
| "Philanthropy – more than just writing a check”
Description: Presentation stresses the need of non-profits to relate to their donors in a say over and above their ability to donate monetarily. The level of giving is so diverse in both amount and type that each donor must be cultivated in a way fits not only their ability to give but their need to feel an attachment to your organization – relationships are the key. |
| "Blaze a Trail – Find the Fire Within!”
Description: The presentation will make the audience aware of how important it is no matter the circumstance; to find their passion – the fire within that can drive them to do things they never dreamed. For some it can come with small changes and for others it requires a huge step out of the box. The message will truly empower the audience to trust in themselves and do find the motivations they need to inspire all around them. |
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| "Humor – it’s not just for laughs!”
Description: Motivating others not to take themselves so seriously. The presentation will stress the importance of a sense of humor not only to your mental state and attitude but also to your physical well being – humor is vital to a happy, healthy life. |
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| “Lite your fire: The leader in you!” – (Joint presentation with Verneene Forssberg)
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There is a leader in all of us! Coleen Cape and Verneene Forssberg team up to help you tap into your leadership potential. Everyone has a way of being in this world. The choices we make determine where we are, what we do, and how we define ourselves. The key is to make the right choices that will propel us forward into postive directions. This two-hour interactive seminar is filled with humor, audience interaction and participation as you confront barriers to success and learn key leadership tips. The seminar will be adapted to the dynamics of the specific audience.Return to Speaker's List
VERNEENE FORSSBERG
Verneene is a 39 year life-active member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council in many offices and State President in 1986. Verneene has worked on the International Council level of ESA for many years. As a part of the IC Certified Leadership Seminar Committee she has helped to develop certified leadership seminars which define excellence in leadership for ESA. This ESA involvement has included over 30 years of working in the field of leadership training as a leadership presenter, and motivational speaker. Verneene holds her 5th degree Pallas Athene, was honored with the Dixie Palmer Lady award by the Kansas State Council and is a Certified Volunteer of ESA. She served on the ESA Foundation Board of Directors for 10 years, twice as its chairman and holds a life-active membership.
Professionally, Verneene worked for Pratt Community College for 38 of a 39 year teaching career as a professor. She served as the Social Science & Education Department Chairman much of her tenure, was selected Master Teacher, and twice selected by students for Who’s Who Among American Teachers. She is now retired. As an energetic motivator she utilizes the techniques of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Leadership program to develop studies and programs in leadership. Verneene and her husband Norm reside in Pratt, Kansas. They have two children.
Speaking Classifications: Keynote speaker: motivational & educational, Seminar leader, Workshop presenter, and leadership presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: none
Contracts: Level 1 & 2 requests
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| “The Servant Leader – A unique and powerful leader”
The Servant Leader's true mission is not to lead, but rather to serve. An excellent example of the servant leader is involvement in meaningful community service. Effective leaders will understand that community service is the cornerstone of well-rounded and socially responsible leadership. This presentation will emphasize the power that comes from being a "servant Leader" and the benefits. |
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| “Understanding the Transitions of your life”
This is a one hour presentation that helps guide you through life altering transitions. Every individual evolves through numerous life transitions and most have a positive impact upon our lives. Recognizing life transitions and even planning for them will help the individual to emerge on the other side celebrating life changes. If a person can recognize transitional signs, know how to work through the process, and emerging with a new conceptual picture of themselves the transition has been successful. “Making it Through the Transitions of Life with Power and Purpose,” uses the transitional life-line to plan for life transitions. This presentation helps you to identify the signs of transition and the redefining impact it has upon how individuals conduct their lives. |
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| “CHANGE: An ever present constant – an ever present challenge”
The pressure for change very often exists within an organization and leaders must not fall into the trap of denying, resisting, or avoiding these pressures. Change is a process of rejuvenation. Good leadership will be able to sense the relationship of the organization’s present and future, as well as its past. The traditions of an organization have great value as its collective wisdom. If change is effectively implemented, traditions grow out of the organizations past and are adapted to the present without any break in continuity. This presentation emphasizes how to become an effective “change agent” for your organization. |
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| “ESA – A premier Women’s Leadership & Service Organization.”
This 30-40 minute presentation will present Epsilon Sigma Alpha International to the public. Founded in 1929 we have a long history of volunteerism. ESA is dedicated to developing leadership and serving others through our philanthropic endeavors. The presentation will detail a brief history, how we are currently organized, the philanthropic activities we are currently supporting, and how we can help organize an ESA chapter in your community. |
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CLARA GINN
Clara is a 38 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council the past 22 years, and currently serving as the Kansas State Council Membership Director. Professionally, she was self-employed as a Interior decorator and wall papering professional for the past 28 years. Her work as a bookkeeper in earlier years has aided her home-owned business. Clara and her husband Gary, who have been married 51 years, have been life-long residents in Caldwell, Kansas. They have been surrounded by three children, 10 grand children and 10 great grand children so family is a very important part of their lives.
Now retired, volunteerism is very much a part of Clara's life. She is a member of Corbin United Methodist Church, serves on the District I Hospital Board, serves on Sumner County Fair Association board as a superintendent, and does volunteer work for Hospital District I Auxiliary.
Honors in ESA have been abundant. She has received her Fifth Degree Pallas Athene, achieved the status of "Certified Volunteer of ESA", and received recognition as a chapter and district outstanding sister three times. Clara also received the prestigious Outstanding (Roadrunner) Volunteer of the Year. Clara has held numerous offices and committee appointments on the chapter, district, state and international levels.
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter. Limit speaking engagements to working in pairs or groups with availability constraints. Available for State Convention presentations.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Travel is limited to within a 150 mile radius of Caldwell, Kansas.
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| "Pitcher Personalities"
Every organization has many kinds of personalities that pull together the dynamics of leadership. This presentation emphasized the different kinds of personalities and how they fit to make an organization operate effectively. With the use of many different kinds of pitchers the presentation will emphasize how to deal with the positives and the negatives of various personalities within a group. It also emphasizes the various leadership styles. |
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| "Making an ESA Installation Ceremony fit a specific theme"
Clara is masterful at putting together an ESA installation service which features something about the theme being used. She has done several installation services, even one using the ingredients to a loaf of bread. ESA members may contact Clara for access to one of these installations or to have an installation written and/or presented for the chapter. The theme for the installation and a two month time frame to complete the task will be required. |
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CHARLENE HANSEN
Charlene is a member of ESA for 59 years, having joined right out of high school. She has served on most of the committees on local, district and state levels and is a past state president of the Kansas State Council. She has achieved the highest honors of Pallas Athene by recently receiving her Sixth Degree and is a Certified Volunteer of ESA. She has also received recognition as Outstanding State Counselor for the ESA Foundation.
Although technically retired, Charlene and her husband, Eldon, still operate the TV sales and service shop out of the small garage they started out in Horton, Kansas. Due to her energetic view of living life to the fullest she is kept busy with her volunteer and church activities. They have one son and three grandchildren.
Charlene is a member of the Horton Methodist Church, holding many church leadership positions over the years, including youth choir director for 35 years. She is a “Certified Lay Speaker” for the Methodist Church but has spoken for many denominations’. Charlene will take her keyboard to nursing homes and convention events to play and entertain as well as teach sewing and knitting classes.
Speaking Classifications: Available as a Level 1 & 2 speaker: Keynote speaker: Inspirational and Motivational, Workshop presenter, Trainer, Leadership Presenter and Youth speaker. Will present to religious groups and churches of all demoninations as a "Certified Lay Speaker".
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Would prefer to keep travel within 60-70 miles radius of home base. Available for convention presentations beyond these milage limitations.
Contracts: Level 2 contract with reasonable room, board, and travel accomodations - negotiation considerations
| “Attitude”
The attitude we have will make a significant difference in how successfully we deal with life situations. Quoting from Charles Swindoll: |
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| “The Power of Forgiveness”
Being able to forgive has tremendous emotional, intellectual and moral rewards. It is a process that is learned and takes time to develop but will give a person freedom from anger and resentment for past grievance. It by no means is a sign of weakness or the acceptance of bad behavior of an offender. It is a symbol of strength and healthy assertiveness. The presentation will identify the steps to forgiveness and the benefits a person receives from being able to process forgiveness: (1) understanding your anger (2) giving up resentment toward the offender (3) and in time it might extend to offers of understanding, compassion, benevolence, and even love. |
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| What Is The Cross You Carry?
This program relates to the power of forgiveness in our lives. We often will do things that upset the balance in our lives and possibly the lives of those around us that we love. We need the capacity to not only forgive others but to forgive ourselves. Understanding what it is that we need to forgive and being able to walk the path that will give us the compassion to forgive ourselves will help us move beyond repeating our mistakes. |
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| “No" - A positive response that can save your sanity”
This program relates that there are times when we must have the strength to say “NO” to adding to our workload and commitments. What it takes to say “NO” and the strength people need to get through each day. |
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| “Fruits of the Spirit: Love, Patience, and Faith”
This presentation will begin with the concept of love, move into the ability to perfect patience, and end with how faith ties it all together. Love really doesn’t have much meaning unless someone comes along to give it meaning. Patience helps us to seek the answers that will strengthen the bonds of our love. Understanding that in order to achieve it requires faith. All things are possible to keep your dreams alive for those who have faith. |
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| “Commitment: Making the quality of our life directions come alive”
This presentation will convey the message regarding the importance of following through with the commitments that you make in life. The commitments we make place direction for our hopes and dreams. Regardless of what we elect to make our field of endeavor for life – it will be the commitment to excellence that will determine the quality of a person’s life. This presentation will be adapted according to the group’s dynamics. |
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PAT JOSEY
Pat is a 23 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council the past 12 years, and currently serving as the Kansas State Council First Vice President. She is serving as the President-elect of the Kansas State Council.
Professionally, she is the Vice President of Palmer Marketing Direct, where she has worked the past 22 years. Pat has attended Central Michigan University, several marketing and motivational workshops, marketing consultant to a chain of 14 gift stores in the Kansas/Missouri area. Pat and her husband have two children and one grandchild.
Being active in her community before moving to Kansas she was a member of the Michigan Jaycettes (the women’s arm of the Michigan Jaycee’s) She receive one of Top Ten, State of Michigan, Outstanding First year members; one of Top Ten, State of Michigan, Outstanding Members; one of Top Ten, State of Michigan, Outstanding Chapter Presidents.
Honors in ESA have been abundant. She has received her Fourth Degree Pallas Athene and was honored by her chapter with the Guila Monk Award for Philanthropic work. Pat has held numerous positions of leadership on the chapter, district, and state levels.
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: none as long as it works in her schedule.
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| “ESA – A premier Women’s Leadership & Service Organization.”
This is a 15-30 minute presentation presenting the history of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International for a chapter and/or district meetings. Founded in 1929 we have a long history of volunteerism. ESA is dedicated to developing leadership and serving others through our philanthropic endeavors. The presentation will detail a brief history, the philanthropic activities we are currently supporting, and how we can help organize an ESA chapter in the community. Pat will perform ceremonies and/or chapter chartering ceremonies upon request. Pat is qualified and available to present all workshop topics listed for leadership building. |
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KAREN KNORP-BROWN
Karen is a teacher and school counselor for the past 15 years providing classroom guidance to students grades K-12. She has a Bachelor's of Science, Masters in Counseling & Education, and Social Worker LBSW. Her professional work has given her experience as a speaker and trainer at teacher-in-service, assemblies, and parent organizations. As a leader in Epsilon Sigma Alpha, Karen has served in leadership positions at the chapter, district and state level. She is a past state President of the Kansas State Council, having served in many appointed and elective offices including Workshop Coordinator and Leadership Chairman.
Speaking Classifications: Available as a Level 1 & 2 speaker: Seminar Leader, Workshop presenter, Trainer, Leadership Presenter and Youth speaker.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Available evenings and weekends with advance notice.
Contracts: Level 2 contract with reasonable room, board, and travel accomodations - negotiation considerations
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| "True Colors: Leadership Personality Program"
This program takes from 1-2 hours and can be done with groups as large as 200-300 if space allows for movement. Prefer round table set-up. Participants will complete primary personality and leadership type in the first hour of the presentation. The second hour is used to help groups or teams learn to complete a project utilizing the skills and talents of each member of their group in order to achieve the greatest proficiency on projects at school, work, at home or within your organization. |
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| "The Energy Bus, (by Jon Gordon)"
Ten (10) Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work and Team…. How to Use Positive Energy to Get Everyone On Your Bus! This training is to become a new way of life for those seeking to find “What they Want”—instead of always doing “What Someone Else Wants Them to Do”. The sessions provide the 10 Rules every individual needs to see their vision of what they want from their career/job, relationship, family, etc. Participants will learn how to develop Positive Energy for yourself and to get those around you to see your vision and make progress toward your goals. |
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| "Taking the Puzzle out of Leadership"
Participants in an interactive workshop will have the opportunity to discover the skills required to work with limited direction to accomplish a task—putting together a puzzle in 30-45 minutes. Participants will share their experiences through discussion and learn to add the ideas of others to their skills sets. Group size from 6-100, tables are required. |
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KIM KUMMER
Kim is an 19 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council the past 8 years, and currently serving as the Kansas State Council Second Vice President.
Professionally, she is the Marketing & Operations Director for MN & KS Outdoor Sports for the past 6 years. She is a Kansas State University Graduate in marketing. Kim and her husband Steve currently reside in Great Bend, Kansas.
Volunteerism is very much a part of Kim's life. She is a Director of LOGOS youth education program and Trinity Lutheran Church. She is a board member of Meals on Wheels & Golden Belt Community Concert Association; CASA Chocolate Auction planning committee and CASA Chocolate Auction Chef.
Her work in ESA began when she was a student at Barton County Community College where one of the first collegiate chapters was started in Kansas. She has been selected as outstanding sister in her chapter four times and in the District twice. Kim has held numerous positions of leadership on the chapter, district, and state levels. She will soon serve as the state’s president in 2010.
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter, and youth speaker.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Limited to the state of Kansas
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
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| "ESA's Special Secret Sisterhood Sundae"
This presentation uses an ice cream Sundae to give a lesson on the foundation of leadership in ESA. Kim involves the whole chapter to add the ingredients to represent enthusiasm, friendships, accountability and stability. This lesson presentation will give you, “food for thought”. The completed Sundae represents the talents and skills of each and every member of ESA. You will not only enjoy the symbolism of the lesson – your group will enjoy a large Sundae as well! Kim has an expertise for hosting "gourmet" dinners. She will provide a training session on how to host a gourmet meal that will entertain you and develop your hosting skills. Other sessions on cooking can be requested. Kim is available for chapter and district presentations and/or performing ceremonies. Kim is qualified and available to present all workshop topics listed for leadership building. |
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JANENE RADKE
Janene is a 11 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council in many offices and currently as the Auditor. She has also served on the Executive Board in the capacity of Corresponding Secretary and Membership Director. Other State Committee involvement includes, Scrapbook Chair, Membership Committee and Long Range Plan Committee. On district and chapter levels, Janene has served in many offices and chairmanships taking on a very active leadership role in the state.
Professionally, Janene is the owner/operator of Beginning Steps Childcare providing care and preschool activities for 6 children ages 2-7. During this time, she has become a trained volunteer for Family Crisis working the 24 hour crisis hotline, serving as a Victim Advocate and as part of the Sexual Assault Response Team. Janene has worked for Community Corrections as an Intensive Supervision Officer II. During this employment, she was responsible for supervising ISO I’s and a caseload of 40-60 High Level Felony Offenders including Sex Offenders, Drug Offenders, and Violent Offenders. After obtaining her NCTI Training Certification, she also facilitated Anger Management, Women’s Group and View Points Classes. This included researching and developing materials for the classes. Janene has provided training and workshops for staff in her previous occupations.
Speaking Classifications: Workshop presenter, youth speaker, and leadership presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: none
Contracts: Level 1 & 2 requests
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TOPICS AVAILABLE
| “Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Education and Awareness”
Participants of this workshop would learn information about Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Participants would also be given information on resources to help those who are victims and/or survivors of Domestic Violence and/or Sexual Assault. |
| “Women in the World”
This topic would give participants a history of Women’s roles in the world and how they have changed through time. |
| “Dealing With The Death Of A Loved one As A Result Of Tragedy”
Working Through Grief: Tragedy and loss of a loved one can devastate a person’s life whether it’s losing a child to suicide, war, accidents, etc. This presentation will take you through the process of dealing with the situation, handling and working through the grief that follows and rebuilding your life. Rather than yielding to the crippling effects of this type of grief a person can work themselves through a process which will heal a wounded spirit and facilitate a return to an emotionally healthy state of being. The presentation will include a panel of people who have worked through the grief process and are willing to share ideas of what it takes to keep living. |
| “TRAINING WORKSHOP: Goal Setting”
Janene is a certified NCTI Instructor and was trained in processes to help individuals effectively develop personal and professional goals. Her presentation will help prepare individuals to set goals and work toward their successful completion. |
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HELEN STITT
Helen is a 33 year member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council for 22 years. She has served in many offices on the chapter, district, and state level and was the Kansas State Council President in 1996. She has received her 5th degree Pallas Athene and is a Certified Volunteer of ESA. She received her First Pearl 1 + 1 and was selected as Outstanding Sister.
Professionally, Helen worked in the education field as a teacher for 32 years. She is now retired. Her credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Education plus 45 hours. Helen was selected twice by her students for “Who’s Who Among Teachers.”
Helen and her husband, Jerry, have been married for 35 years. They have two children and one grandchild.
Speaking Classifications:Workshop presenter & leadership presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: none
Contracts: Level 1 requests only – (Will not be available for speaking until June 2009)
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LINDA SCHMIDT
Linda is a long time member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha having served on the Kansas State Council Board of Directors many years. Linda is a past state president of the Kansas Council having served in that office in 1999. Remaining active on the council she is currently serving as the Convention registration Chairman.
Professionally, she is the HR program/project Manager II at Sprint. Linda has held numerous positions of leadership on the chapter, district, and state levels in ESA.
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter, Trainer, Leadership presenter, and Youth presenter.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Travel is limited to weekends, week day evenings can be negotiated if close to Kansas City area.
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
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| “Training topic – Fund raising – the easy and fun way”
Having successfully raised money for many functions, Linda can give you the machanics of putting together a fun and profitable fund raising project. Raising money can also provide your group a lot of entertainment as well as raise money for your projects. |
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How to be an effective officer for your organization |
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BONNIE TEMPLETON
Bonnie's military career includes many facits and honors over the years. She is a retired Major of almost 22 years in the service. Bonnie was born to an army family in Sagamihara, Japan and has lived in Maryland, Texas, Germany, Thailand, Missouri, California, and New Mexico before settling in Kansas. She received a Bachelor of Science in Police Science from New Mexico State and was commissioned a 2LT. Her military duties have included: Security Platoon Leader, D Btry, 5/6ADA, Germany Assistant Adjutant, 42 MP Gp, Germany Property Book Officer, 42 MP Gp, Germany, Adjutant, 42 Mp Gp, Germany, Admin Officer, 42 MP Gp, Germany Army Emergency Relief Officer, Ft Riley, KS. Married to Scott Templeton, retired 1SG, for 28 years and they have 4 Labrador Retrievers; Hershee Kisses, Riley, Sergeant Major and Marley.
Reserve Assignments include; Admin Officer, E Trp, 2/322 Cav, Ft Riley, KS., Commander, 487 EN Plt, Washington, KS., Commander, 346 MP Co, Hutchinson, KS Commanded the unit during Operation Desert Storm in Saudi Supply Officer, DCSLOG, 89 RRC, Wichita, KS., Chief, Sup/Svcs Div, DCSLOG, 89 RRC, Wichita, KS., S2/3, 450th Trans Bn, Manhattan, KS., Transportation Officer/Executive Officer, 77th TC Det (WPS), Manhattan, KS.
Bonnie has receive many US Decorations/Badges through her military service: Army Commendation Medal 2 OLC, Army Achievement Medal 1 OLC, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal ‘M’ device 1Hourglass, Southwest Asia Medal 3 BS National Defense Service Medal, Overseas Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, and Kuwait Liberation Medal.
Her civilian honors include: ACS Volunteer Recognition Pin for over 200 hours, Patriotic Civilian Service Award, DOL Employee of the month several times, Dr. Mary Walker Award, Listed in Cambridge’s Who’s Who.
Bonnie is active in Zeta Phi Chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha and “It’s About Me” Breast Cancer Awareness Association. She is currently serving as an elected officer of the Kansas State Council. ESA honors include Outstanding State Counselor for the ESA Foundation.
Speaking Classifications: Available as a Level 1 & 2 speaker: Workshop presenter and Leadership Presenter
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: Travel restricted to the State of Kansas on weekends. Within 120 miles or 2 hour drive on weekdays
Contracts: Level 2 contract with reasonable room, board, and travel accomodations - negotiation considerations
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| "Kansas Missing in Action in Vietnam"
Bonnie Templeton's presentation features her work with the POW/MIA awareness. Through her association with the military she became involved with POW/MIA awareness since 1988. Her activities and involvement with the program has enriched her life with many wonderful friendships. Bonnie has developed a list and pictures of every MIA soldier from Kansas. Through the years the MIA list has dwindled as some of the soldiers have been found and brought home to be laid to rest with honors. Bonnie's presentation helps us to remember those who gave the ulimate sacrifice for our nation and our freedom. |
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JOY THORNBURGH
Joy is currently serving in the highest office of leadership for the Kansas State Council as the President. She has served in numerous positions of leadership on the local, district and state level over her 41 year membership in ESA. She has held many positions of leadership for the Kansas State Council for approximately 15 years promoting its many activities. Joy is married with two children and one grandchild.
Professionally, Joy is a retired professor of Mathematics and Computer Science. She received her Bachelor’s of Science degree from Kansas University in Mathematics education and a Master of Education Degree from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA with a specialty in Computer Science. She has been recognized for her community service by Independence Community College with the, “Spirit Award.”
Speaking Classifications: Available for ESA functions only: Workshop presenter, leadership trainer, Trainer.
Travel restrictions and/or preferences: None
Contracts: Level 1 requests only
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| “ESA – A premier Women’s Leadership & Service Organization.”
This is a 15-30 minute presentation presenting the history of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International for a chapter and/or district meetings. Founded in 1929 we have a long history of volunteerism. ESA is dedicated to developing leadership and serving others through our philanthropic endeavors. The presentation will detail a brief history, the philanthropic activities we are currently supporting, and how we can help organize an ESA chapter in the community.
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BECKY KELLY
Professionally Becky has over 30 years as a registered nurse. Through the years she has held positions as Staff Nurse, Education Coordinator and Assistant Head Nurse. She received her BSN from Fort Hays State University in Hays. Her work in nursing has included work at Wesley Medical Center in the Emergency Department and Critical Care in the Acute Coronary Care Unit. Currently Becky is working as a Surgical Nurse in the operating room at the Kansas Surgery and Recovery Center in Wichita. She received her BSN from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. Always building and educating, Becky’s priorities have always centered on helping others. Becky’s speaking experience includes engagements for Nursing Education Wesley Medical Center, KU Nursing Education Outreach, and Workshops in women’s health education to ESA groups. In the late 1970s and through the 1980s Becky has lectured on Emergency Department/Trauma/Poison control for Kansas University Outreach for Continuing Education for Nurses. Beginning in the 1980s she helped to develop the Trauma Team and Trauma Course at the Emergency Department at Wesley Medical Center. Becky will adapt her presentation around the client's needs regarding the topic of health care. Speaking Classifications: Keynote speaker, Seminar leader and Workshop Presentor Travel restrictiions and/or preferences: None Contracts: Level 1 and Level 2 requests.
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Susan Winters
Professionally, Susan is the Business & Computer Technology Instructor for the B & B - Baileyville School system. She also works as the FBLA Adviser and District Tech Coordinator. Her teaching career spans 32 years. She has been recognized as a “Who’s Who in American High School Teachers and NEA, Future Business Leader Advisor of the year in 2007. Speaking Classifications: Keynote speaker, Workshop Presentor, Trainer, Leadership Presenter, and youth speaker Travel restrictiions and/or preferences: No restrictions if reimbursed for travel, otherwise will travel within driving distance Contracts: Level 1 contracts accepted Susan will develop training workshops in the area of crafts and computer technology for the chapter’s use. Her love of crafts includes crochet, cross stitch, and beginning quilting. With 25 years in the field she can train any area of computer technology. Susan can develop any topic particular to the client’s interest and needs as a workshop facilitator. Current topics ready for presentation are:
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