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ESP Leadership 101
Presented by: Graham Cochran, ESP 2nd Vice PresidentBob Ohlensehlen, ESP National Executive
Director
Updated Annually by Second Vice President for Chapter Relations and
National Executive Director
Updated October 2015
ESP Leadership 101
Session Objectives
Chapter leaders will:1. Explore ESP history, mission, & current
strategy 2. Connect with ESP National leadership,
support, & communication3. Discuss key aspects of strong ESP Chapters,
chapter leaders, & resources to support your work
4. Dialogue about your work as a chapter leader
ESP - Who We Are
• Epsilon Sigma Phi, the Extension Professionals’ Organization – Bozeman, Montana, in 1927– incorporated May 22, 1930.
• 41 active chapters – Hawaii to Alaska
• In 2015– 2,347 annual members– 2,983 life members– 5,330 total
ESP Mission
The Extension Professionals’ Organization
Mission
To foster standards of excellence in the Extension System and to develop the Extension profession and professional
ESP Strategic Plan 2016-18
#1 – Play a critical role in positively shaping tomorrow’s Extension system
#2 – Foster excellence in the Extension professional through professional development & leadership opportunities
#3 – Cultivate a strong, relevant ESP organization
ESP National Leadership Team
Ann Berry, President
Jeff Myers, Past President
Patricia Dawson, President Elect
Graham Cochran, 2nd Vice President
National Leadership TeamRegional Vice Presidents
Elaine Bailey, NE
Peggy Compton, NC
Dan Culbert, SDonna Gillespie, W
Bob Ohlensehlen, Executive Director
ESP NationalSupport & Communication
• Regional Vice Presidents• National Office• Communication
– Bi-Monthly Newsletter– Email Blasts to membership– Email Blasts to chapter leaders– Individual contacts chapter leaders
• Member services– Scholarship & grant applications– Recognition application process
Strong Chapters…
Are the heart of
ESP’s Mission
Strong Chapters have…• Constitution/By-Laws
• Dedicated Leadership– President– President-Elect– Secretary– Treasurer– Past President
• Planned leadership transition
Strong Chapters have…
• Membership Recruitment and Retention plan
• Recognition Programs• Scholarship and Grant programs• Regular Communication with members
– Chapter Newsletter– ESP Connections– Facebook/Website
Strong Chapters have…
• Regular Leadership Communication– Email– Conference calls– Face to face meetings– Social media
• Identified and Developed New Leaders• Engaged Life Members• Active committees
ESP Committees Member Recruitment and Retention Scholarships, Grants and
Recognition Professional Development Public Issues Global Relations Resource Development and
Management Marketing Local Committees as Desired/Needed
• Chapter Sponsored Professional Development
What professional development has your Chapter offered recently?
Strong Chapters have…
Chapter Annual Planning & How Are We Doing?
• Chapter Handbook• Chapter self-evaluation (in handbook)• Chapter of Merit – use as a planning tool
Key Items for Chapter Leaders Staying Connected…
• Regional VPs & Communication• Update Chapter Officers regularly at the
ESP Website espnational.org• Jan 31 - Submit Chapter Reports• February – JCEP Leadership Conference • May 1 - Chapter of Merit • May 1 - Achievement in Membership• October – National Conference
Strong chapters take advantage of opportunities for annual and life members
nationally…
National Committees & National Board
• National Committees– 1 year term – must reapply– Monthly teleconferences & national meeting– $200 stipend
• National Board – Regional VP (2 yr term)– NC & South Needed– April 1 deadline for applicants
• National Board – Regional VP (4 yr term)– Regional VP – South Needed– April 1 deadline for applicants
Participate in Leadership Opportunities
• JCEP Leadership Conference – $500/chapter to support delegates
• Public Issues Leadership Development– Competitive scholarships ($600)
• National ESP Conference– Professional Presentations (Registration)– Committee Members ($200)– National Council Delegates ($200)– Redinger Admin/Leaders Scholarship ($500)
Chapter Leaders & Recognition Program
• State SGR Committee Support• Familiarity with regional and national
awards• Online system – option for state awards;
required for regional/national award• Important deadlines (March 1 for
nominations)• MORE? SGR Webinar this fall Nov 13, 3-4 p.m. Eastern
Chapter Leaders & Scholarships
• Familiarity with scholarship opportunities• Support for promotion• Online system for applications• Important deadlines
– December 1– March 1– May 1
• State president letter of support needed
Important Dates for Chapter Leaders• Dec 1 – Apps for scholarships & grants• Jan 31 – Chapter reports online• Feb 1 – Membership & dues due• February 10-11 – JCEP Leadership Conf• March 1 – scholarships; recognition nominations• April 1 – National committee and officer apps• May 1 – Scholarships; chapter of merit &
achievement due• May 15 – voting for recognition & national offices• August 1 – Delegate registration• October 23-27 – National Conference
Web Site Resources to Support Chapters http://espnational.org
• ESP Handbook• Links to Local Chapters, National Board and
National Office• Forms• Strategic Plans and Reports• Personal and Professional Development
Opportunities• Calendar of Upcoming Events and Deadlines
The ESP Website Your Source For Important Information
Other Chapter Resources
ESP National Office ESP Calendar of Dates Permanent & Historical Record of Membership
and Chapter. Computer Data Files Chair of Membership Recruitment and Retention
and Regional Vice President Chapter Reports and Websites
Questions?
ESP
The Extension Professionals’ Organization
3 Strategic Goals
#1 – Play a critical role in positively shaping tomorrow’s Extension system
#2 – Foster excellence in the Extension professional through professional development & leadership opportunities
#3 – Cultivate a strong, relevant ESP organization
Summary…
• ESP – Rich history and looking to the future, continued support for Extension system and professionals
• ESP National leadership team and office – here to support your work
• Strong ESP Chapters and chapter leaders