ESP Leadership 101 Presented by: Graham Cochran, ESP 2 nd Vice President Bob Ohlensehlen, ESP National Executive Director Updated Annually by Second Vice.

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