Candidate Presentations of 2016 JCI Malta

Presentations of the 2016 JCI Malta Candidates

Daniel WALTERS Candidate for the role of 2016 Local President La Vallette for Business

Background ▪ Born 20th April, 1990 in Melbourne, Australia and have been living in Malta since August 2013.

▪ Obtained a Bachelor of Biological Sciences degree from La Trobe University (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology) ▪ Focused on cancer research and preventive measures of disease.

▪ 2009-2013 - Medical Assistant in Cosmetic Medicine (Botox, filler and plastic surgery) ▪ 2014 -2015 - Sales & Marketing executive for Apple Inc.

NGO/JCI History ▪ I joined JCI this year with the intention to make a positive difference to local communities in Malta.

▪ Was elected Project Manager to develop programmes about the importance of intercultural integration between the locals and immigrants.

▪ Focused on the social and educational factors that were necessary to bring positive changes to the lives of citizens in Malta.

▪ Attended a seminar about intercultural diversity in Szeged, Hungary.

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

–Maya Angelou

WHAT MAKES THESE BUSINESSES SO BRILLIANT?

Inspiration + Innovation + Execution = Transformation - Robin Sharma

My vision: - To see young men and women take a chance in life and aim for mastery in their field of choice - Believe that leadership has no boundaries and is not designated to a title My mission - Is to do my very best as President of Business; La Vallette and to build upon the great work laid out by my predecessor, creating programmes that will benefit the local business community and those looking to take a leap of faith to start their own business.

Roles of VP Communications 2016 The role of Local President for La Vallette in Business is: “To Organise Projects which are of benefit to the business/start-up community” Expand upon 2015’s break through event ‘Hack-it-on’

Adaptability Willingness to learn Innovation

Customer relations - Introducing the human element in business Why Success in business can lead to failure if you’re not careful Validating business ideas and making it a reality Why is emotional intelligence in business so vital?

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou

Emma Schembri Candidate for the role of

2016 JCI LO Wignacourt President Social & Community Activities

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Born in July 1993 Education: § Psychology § Teaching § *Humanitarian action*…hopefully Employment: § EFL teacher at Clubclass Malta § Shop Assistant at Ascot House Jewellers § F&B Assistant at The Qawra Palace Hotel

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Experience with NGOs: − International Officer – BetaPsi Psychology student association − Member representative of EFPSA – European Federation for Psychology Students Associations − Summer Camp Volunteer OFD - Organization for Friendship in Diversity − Fundraising Team – Richmond Foundation − JCI

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Interests: Yoga, Music, The arts, Stand up, Reading……..Fashion magazines

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Increase our Social Impact.

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Look into possible Research Programs

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Look into long term programs maybe with Sixth Forms (government, church and private) Organise TYOP 2016 J

(Collaborating with YMCA, Richmond Foundation )

In Conclusion

Christian Vella Candidate for the role of 2016 VP Communications

Personal background § Born on the 22nd October 1986…Freshly turned 29! § Education: - Hospitality Management - Psychology & Sociology § Employment: - Research & Programme Officer INIA –UN Malta - Learning Support Assistant St. Martins College - Operations Advisor Charella Residential Home - Operations Advisor Qawra Palace Hotel - Front of House Hilton Brighton Metropole

NGO background

§ WeAre University LGBTQI Group • President 2010-2011 • Vice President 2009-2010

§ Drachma • Member 2008 –present

§ LGBT Consultative Council • Member 2014- present

§ JCI: • Attended a seminar on intercultural diversity Szeged, Hungary 2015 • Project manager on Older Persons 2015 • Volunteer during the JCIEC2014

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou

VP Communications 2016

Responsible for all public relations during the elected year, in building, sustaining, and managing the organization’s reputation as seen and understood by the public.

Roles of VP Communications 2016 Brand Evangelist •

Managing, writing communicating press releases to the public

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Newsletter –Interviews

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Social Media (website, facebook, twitter)

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Screening of JCI Documentary for New Members

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Seniors & Past Presidents

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Re-connect with Past Members

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General Public –New Members

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Personally Invite external audience to JCI Events

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On-Line Forum

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Social Media (linked in, facebook, twitter)

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Liaise with the team

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Good Deed of the Day campaign (share your story)

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou

Bernard POLLACCO Candidate for the role of 2016 VP Skills Development

WHO AM I? • Name – Bernard Pollacco • Age – 23 • Graduating in BTEC Higher National Diploma In Business • Experience - 1 year – Higher Student Council Member, MCAST Student Council PRO, 2 years – Comunio Member, 3 years – Board of studies Representative (IBAC)

My JCI Journey so far…..

• Project Manager MCAST 2014 • Awarded JCI Malta Most Active new member 2014 • JCI European Conference volunteer (Malta) • Various training sessions held by JCI Malta • Part of the organizing team of the Awards Night 2014 • Met the President and Prime Minister of Malta • Supporting the National Board 2014/2015

My JCI Journey - Photos

Overview of presentation 1. Passion 2. My role in 2016 3. What type of trainings/skills I would like to do next year.

Passion

“People with Passion can change the world for the better” – Steve Jobs

My role in 2016 • Identifies opportunities for training and organizes them • Organizes Panel Discussions • Public Debating/Speaking Academy and Championship

What type of trainings/skills I would like to do next year.

• 1. Why it is important to work hard and have the right attitude.

• 2. Leadership/Management styles • 3. why it is important to follow your dream/passion • 4. Why it is important to pass on the message clearly (a.k.a. public speaking).

Thank You for Listening

Jonathan Mifsud Candidate for the Role of

2016 JCI Malta Vice-President Growth & Memberships

Personal background § Can proudly say to have just made it in the 80’s, Born in November ‘89 § Education: - BSc ICT in CSAI w Creativity, Innovation & Entrepreneurship - MSc in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence

§ Employment: - Founder / Web Developer @ Maze Digital - Lead Developer RTFX Ltd

NGO background § JCI: • Joined JCI in April 2014 • 2014 BBP Winner • Helped in developing system collecting Proxies for 2015 AGM § Insite – The Student Media Organisation: • Joined Insite in September 2008 • Head of Design 2009/2010 • CEO 2010/2011

My role in 2015 •

Facilitate the on-boarding of new members & exposing them to the movement behind JCI.

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Maintaining and updating a new look members database. Including automation of membership renewal notifications.

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Create a system to notify members more efficiently, through newsletters and SMS where applicable.

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Identify through analysis of existing member data, where JCI excels, and gaps which need to be tackled to increase membership growth and Impact.

What I want to leave behind

An organisation which: is closer to each one of it’s members can morph and adapt with time can better understand what leaves impact can focus on leaving impact And A stepping stone into future

Rachel CASSAR Candidate for the role of

2016 JCI Malta Deputy President & Vice-President International Affairs

Personal background § Born in November 1988 § Education: - Graduated in European Studies, Creativity & Innovation

§ Employment: - Sales Administration Executive - Forestals - Administration Executive - DJW Management Ltd - PA to Managing Partner - EY § Experience in NGOs - KSU – Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (2009 - 2011) - KNZ – Kunsill Nazzjonali Żgħażagħ (2010 - 2011) - SDM – Several roles (2004 - 2009)

JCI background § JCI Career: • 2015 – LO La Vallette President - Launch and Organisation of BBP2015 & BNE - Organised ‘Hack-It-On Business Weekend’.

- Was part of organisation team in all events organised by JCI Malta in 2015.

- Participated in the BBP in 2011 - Represented JCI Malta in a Social Entrepreneurship Project in Sardinia in February 2015

My role in 2016 •

Bring the International aspect of JCI closer to JCI Malta members & vice-versa - Make members more aware of opportunities/academies/projects they can take part in - use international opportunities to bring new members to JCI

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Increase awareness of #GlobalGoals (Sustainable Development Goals) with members and instill consciousness in all JCI Malta projects.

- Finding ways of incorporating these into projects & events that the team will organize during the upcoming year

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Identify and tap into new opportunities for JCI Malta for collaboration with private/public/voluntary sector - Reach out to as many organisations as possible for collaboration

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Support Local Presidents - Be of constant support to other members of the team

What I want to leave behind

Those who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do. – Steve Jobs

Karl Wismayer Candidate for the role of 2016 Treasurer

Personal background § Born on 7th May 1995 § Education: - 3rd Year Bachelor of Commerce Student majoring in Marketing and Management - Vice- President of the Association for Students with Commerce Studies (ASCS) § Employment: - Product Auditor at Nestle Ltd. - Market Researcher at Market Advisory Services - Office Clerk at the Ministry of Education and Employment - Marketing Assistant at the Café Premier

My JCI Story • Been a member for close to a year.

• 2014 & 2015 Debate Society League being held in collaboration with KSU and Agenzija Zaghzagh.

• Hack- it- On weekend.

3 Pillars which I believe lead to Success • Hardwork • Determination • Teamwork

Daniela GRECH 2016 JCI Malta Secretary General

Personal background ▪

Born in August 1982

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Education: - Doctor of Laws achieved in November 2007 - Diploma as Notary Public in November 2004 - Bachelor of Laws and European Studies November 2003

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Employment: - Senior Manager at PPCD (September 2012 – to date) - Projects Manager at PPCD (December 2007 – August 2012) - Project Manager with a foundation focused on Regional Development (June 2006 – November 2007)

NFL background ▪ NFL Experience : • 2003 – Secretary General: JEF-Malta • 2004 – 2005 – European Voluntary Service: JEF-Europe (Brussels) • 2005 – 2006 – President: JEF-Malta • 2005 - 2006 - Member of the Kummissjoni Politika Socjali (KSU) • 2005 – 2007 – Federal Committee Member: JEF Europe • 2005 – 2007 – Editor in Chief for the Young European Federalist • 2014 - Newsletter Editor for the 2014 JCI Malta European Conference • 2015 - Secretary General: JCI Malta

My role in 2016

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Optimizing Operations: Providing the 2015 JCI Malta Board members with the administrative structure and assistance required.

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Offer advice and legal counsel

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Managing the calendar of events of JCI Malta

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Take minutes of board meeting and circulate

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Manage EGM/AGM Affairs

Clayton MERCIECA Candidate for the role of 2016 JCI Malta National President

Personal background § Born in December 1985…I’m going to be 30! § Education: - Social Work, - Creativity & Innovation - Coaching § Employment: - Manager Investment Promotion at Malta Enterprise - Senior Associate Consultant at MEU - EU Funds Projects Manager/Officer at PPCD - Server at the Hard Rock Cafe - Campaign Co-ordinator with an HR-based NGO

JCI background § JCI Career: • 2011 JCI VP Training • 2013 – Most Active Member Award • 2012 – 2014 JCI EC2014 Marketing Director • 2014 – Most Dedicated Member Award • 2015 – Deputy President & VP International – JCI International Events attended: • • • • • • • • • •

2011 2012 2012 2013 2013 2014 2014 2015 2015 2015

– JCI European Conference Tarragona – JCI European Conference Braunschweig – JCI France National Convention (Tours) – JCI European Conference Monaco – JCI France National Convention (Orleans) – JCI European Presidents Meeting (Antibes) – JCI European Conference Malta – JCI European Presidents Meeting (Novi Sad) – JCI European Conference in Istanbul – JCI Japan Academy (Tokyo)

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou

Philosophy for 2016 • Differences shall not divide us but shall

enrich us. Borders our only in our minds!

•Every action we take, provides

opportunities for young people to feel empowered in creating positive change •Instil a sense of ‘vanguard’ attitude:we dare, we

risk, we fail, we must!

Plan of Action 2016

JCI Malta will mobilise young people to become solution-driven for the

benefit of the communities in which they live in Establish new Local Chapters in Malta

Use ACF model with all sectors of society

Increased visibility

Align our actions with a conscious view of the Sustainable Development Goals

JCI Malta will enable an environment in which people are motivated towards

positive change Share successful projects Allow members to take a lead in innovative projects

Engage influential people to motivate members

Identify opportunities for Skills Development Recognise young people for their achievements

JCI Malta will continue to find tangible and creative ways to invest

in our

members. Without investing in our members, we can’t expect a sustainable future for our organisation A Hub for experienti al

learning

Untap the entrepreneurial capabilities of our members

Find alternate sources of income

Invest in a permanent office

Incentivise more attendance at international events

Collaboration with like-minded

partners in all sectors of society is key to achieve goals which JCI Malta alone would not be able to achieve in order to create sustainable solutions.

Enhance the value being provided by JCI Malta to established corporate partners.

Create a summit with various representatives of society that would raise consciousness of the #GlobalGoals

Dedicate a more concerted effort in introducing JCI Malta to potential partners and present them concrete proposals for collaboration

JCI Malta can be a leading platform for different people to seize opportunities that could benefit them and our society at large, if only we could retain our network, knowledge and experiences gathered for the past 21 years.

Keep Members involved

Promote the JCI Documentary with new members

Invite external audiences to JCI Events

Reconnect with our past members

Connect with our Senators & Past Presidents

Hashtag for 2016‌

#Service2Humanity Spread the passion on

I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou