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ith a new name, a new logo, a focus on professional development, and a few added surprises, AFC’s Leadership Conference kicked off in Panama City on February 10-11. President Evelyn Ward unveiled the new Association logo and congratulated its designer, Dr. Joe Wallace, College of Central Florida, with designing a logo representative of AFC’s new direction. AFC Executive Director Michael Brawer provided an overview of the Association, its bylaws and officers. Brawer also introduced the new Certified College Professional Program (CCP) which the Association has begun to develop. The CCP will be a professional certification program which shall be recognized by the Florida College System. The program will add to an individual’s resume and enhance his/her opportunity for advancement. Past Presidents Jeff Peters and Dr. Jeff Allbritton are chairing the Committee developing the curriculum and other criteria for the program. It is anticipated to be rolled out at the 2011 Convention in Naples and
the first class will begin at the 2012 Leadership Conference. Leadership and the development of leadership skills will be the primary focus for 2011. President Ward invited Dr. Sandra Halvorson, Professional Communication Advisor at Florida State University’s Panama City Campus to lead attendees through two workshops on communications and leadership. Dr. Halvorson told attendees that your body language speaks volumes! Often, it’s not what you say, but how
you say it. Leaders know how to use many tools to get their points across. Commission Chairs met with VP and VPElect for Commissions Juanita Scott and Dr. Joe Wallace to review their duties and responsibilities for the upcoming year. Region Directors and Chapter Officers also met with VP and VP-Elect Mary Di’Taranto and Pat Barfield to discuss guidelines, goals, and objectives for the year. The Awards Committee presented the deadlines, criteria, and procedures for
With a new look and a new name the Association of Florida Colleges focuses on developing leadership skills.
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