Shannon McGuire-Lee Campaign Guide

13TH GA STATE DIRECTOR Candidate

To the Sorors of the Great State of Georgia: After prayer, unconditional support from Mr. Lee and great Zeta counsel, I’ve decided to run for the Office of 13th State Director of Georgia.

Under this new administration of Embracing the Extraordinary it’s time for The Great State of Georgia, to Teach, Transform and Transcend!

Sorors, I am humbly asking you to allow me to utilize my Professional & Zeta Leadership Skills to assist with moving Georgia to the next level.

Sorors, as we navigate our first Elections for the position of State Director, please keep Soror Shannon B. McGuireLee on your Mind for the Office of 13th State Director of Georgia.

Sisterly, Shannon B. McGuire-Lee Candidate for the Office of 13 th State Director of Georgia

13TH GA STATE DIRECTOR Candidate

As we embark on this Extraordinary journey under the administration of our 26 th International Grand Basileus, Dr. Stacie NC Grant we have been asked to reignite the T.O.R.C.H. Sorors, under my administration we will Teach, Transform, and Transcend to reignite our T.O.R.C.H.

Teach

Transform

Transcend

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Teach We will make sure every Soror has working knowledge of the 11 th Edition of our Constitution and By-Laws. We will also make sure every Soror and Auxiliary has the opportunity to get the required trainings and certifications as needed.

Transform We will make Self-Care and Mental Health a priority and not an option.

Self-Care Saturdays and Sundays will be implemented one weekend a month. All chapters will be encouraged to take one weekend a month to focus on the Self Care and Mental Health of the Chapter Members.

We will have a more intentional impact on our communities by focusing on the urgent needs of the communities we serve. Some examples of urgent needs are: Food Insecurity, Affordable Housing and Voter Suppression.

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Transcend We will focus on making Community Partnerships that benefit the State of Georgia and align with our Founding Principles.

We will target the needs of our Doves, Life Members, Graduate and Undergraduate Sorors and our Auxiliaries and implement special recognitions for each group.

We will build and form relationships with other states within the Southeastern Region and in other Regions. Building relationships, within our Region, helps us to strengthen our bond as a Region.

Forming relationships, outside of our Region, assists us with making deposits for Georgia Sorors interested in running for Regional and National Office.

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The word "We" is intentionally used. Sorors, this is our State. We all must be vested to move Georgia to the next level. I thank you all in advance for believing in the vision I have for the Great State of Georgia.

Let’s Teach,Transform and Transcend!

SHANNON MCGUIRE-LEE ON YOUR MIND

Shannon B. McGuire-Lee Mcguireleeforgastatedirector@gmail.com 678.481.2937

Initiation Date: April 29, 2007 Initiation Chapter: Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter, Atlanta Georgia

Chapter Engagement

Elected Positions: Chaplain 2009-2012 2nd Anti Basileus: 2012-2014 Basileus 2014-2018

Committees: Z-HOPE Chair Social Action, Chair Assistant Chaplain

Awards: Rookie of Year 2009 Sisterly Love Award 2010 External Partner of the Year (Provider Solutions, LLC) 2011 Hall of Fame Inductee 2019

Hospitality Tea w/ Z

Scholarship

KIZ Step Team

State Engagement Appointed Positions: Chief of Staff- 2019- Present Protocol, Amenities & Logistics Coordinator- 2019- Present Chaplain 2018-2019 Social Action/ Social Justice Chair- 2016-2018 Committees: Registration Team, Protocol & Amenities Team; Social Action Team

Regional Engagement Elected Positions: Southeastern Region Tamias Grammateus 2018-2022 Appointed Positions: Elder Care Coordinator 2017-2018 Regional Conference Marshall 2016-2017 Committees: Registration Team, Protocol & Amenities Team

National Engagement 2018 Boule Nomination & Elections Representative for the Southeastern Region (State of Georgia) 2018 Boule Panelist for "Finer Women Don't haze Workshop" Social Action team 2019-2020

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Conferences, Meetings & Workshop Chapter: Conducted Mental Health Workshop Entitled: "Caregiving in Covid' Conducted Numerous Embellishment Trainings & Workshops: 2014-2021 State: Implemented 1st Social Action/Social Justice Forum: “Hidden Triggers” focusing on Mental Health & Mental Illness.

Chapter: Actively attend Chapter & Executive Board Meetings since 2007 State: Actively attend State Conference & Executive Board Meetings since 2008 Regional: Actively attend Regional Conferences since 2008 Actively attend Regional Executive Board Meetings since 2014 Actively attend State Conferences for South Carolina, Florida, Bahamas & Virgin Islands: 2014-2018 Actively attend State Conference for South Carolina & Florida: 2022 National: Actively attended Boule 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020(virtual), 2022.

Actively attended Special Boule 2021 Actively attend National Executive Board Meetings since 2014

Certifications

ZOL Certification 2014 Risk Management

Membership Intake Process (MIP) Undergraduate Advisor Youth Affiliate Advisor Amicae Advisor

Professional Experience Executive Leadership Program Director Case Management

Staff Training & Mentoring Team Building

Individualized Support Plans Community Activist

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Brother Alexis Lee

1st Vice President Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Delta Sigma Chapter Woodstock GA

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

Shannon McGuire-Lee is the perfect Candidate for the office of 13th State Director of Georgia. She epitomizes Sisterhood and her dedication to Sorors , Family, and Friends is an unparalleled lifelong commitment. Shannon has a way of bringing others together by utilizing her nurturing spirit. Combining this with her innovative ideas and willingness to diligently get the job done, will only enhance the state under her leadership. It's my esteemed pleasure and husbandly duty to endorse My Wife, My Best Friend, and My Soror for the Office of 13th State Director of Georgia.

Dr. Mary Breaux Wright 24th International President Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

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"A good Zeta is a well informed Zeta," Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee is a well informed Zeta.

I've had the pleasure of knowing Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee for over 12 years. She is dependable, trustworthy, dedicated and always sees the Big Picture. It's without hesitation that I support Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee for the office of 13th State Director of Georgia. With her superior leadership skills and her loving nature, she will take Georgia to the next level.

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"I Got It!" is the phrase that Soror McGuire Lee would often say to me, when I asked her to get involved with a difficult task or assignment. We never had to debate it or question because I knew she did get it and the results would prove it. This phenomenal Zeta woman is such a hard worker, congenial, and compassionate individual. She never meets a stranger and can often turn difficulty into a positive. This is what I look for in emerging or existing leaders. Can you make things better than what you found them? I can honestly say that Soror Shannon McGuire Lee is that kind of leader and I highly recommend her as the next Georgia State Director.

Soror Scarlet H. Black Retired School Administrator & Newest Author with Page Publishing CEO of S. Harvey-Black Enterprises, LLC 16th Southeastern Regional Director Past 1st & 2nd International Anti-Basileus, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

Soror LaWanda E. Harper 21st Southeastern Regional Director

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Since joining our beloved organization, Soror McGuire-Lee has shown and utilized her leadership skills in various capacities on the local, state and regional level. I've worked with her since 2018 and have found her to be a very capable, dependable and knowledgeable leader in our organization. She lives our principles and would be an excellent candidate to serve as Georgia's 13th State Director.

Brother Monaleto C. Irby

Georgia State Director International Liaison American Cancer Society Xi Chi Sigma Chapter- 1st Vice Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

It is my pleasure to endorse Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee as the 13th State Director of Georgia for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Soror McGuire-Lee has shown her love for the organization through her commitment to the elevation of the Sisterhood through her work and dedication to the State Board and Southeastern Regional Board. She continues to support the Brotherhood of Phi Beta Sigma without hesitation and in excellence. I think the Sisterhood of Georgia will be fortunate to have such a selfless servant as the 13th State Director of Georgia.

Her protocols and amenities are 2nd to None.

Dr. Yovanda L. Horton 8th Georgia State Director

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Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee has a proven leadership record within the sisterhood and she has served Zeta with the utmost style and grace. She is definitely one of Zeta’s brightest stars, and I am proud to support her candidacy for the Office of State Director for the Great State of Georgia.

Soror Lois McKellar Retired Mathematics Teacher(35 years of service) Assistant Tamias Grammateus of Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter Past State Tamias Past Southeastern Regional Budget Coordinator Past Southeastern Regional Tamias Diamond Life Member Dove

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee is a natural fit for the position of State Director of Georgia.

Her personality, love for the Sisterhood and its advancement is unmatched. Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee is kind and determined. She is laser focused on always getting the job done. I fully support her being the next State Director of Georgia.

Soror Jocasta Frazier,

Diamond Life Member Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc Sigma Mu Zeta Chapter Chair of Executive Board , SMZ Georgia Life Member/ Dove Coordinator

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Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee has the skill set to navigate challenges and obstacles. She is goal oriented and is always dedicated to any assignment given. Soror Shannon McGuireLee exemplifies Sisterhood, Sisterly Love, Integrity and Finer Woman. She's a strong leader and always creates a welcoming atmosphere encouraging Sorors to learn and get involved. Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee exhibits many talents and gifts that will be required for the position of State Director of Georgia.

Dr. Mildred McCoy Leadership Consultant/Coach Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement Life Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter Current KIZ Executive Board Chair Georgia State Hall of Fame Inductee 2021

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

By endorsing Soror Shannon McGuire- Lee, I am declaring my personal support for her candidacy for the position of the 13th State Director of Georgia. I believe whole-heartedly that her leadership style, personal values, and beliefs concerning. the sorority’s governance and policies are what we need in order to propel our state forward. Soror McGuireLee also possesses the essential balance of intellect and compassion necessary to influence others in a team environment. Without reservations, I personally recommend and endorse Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee for the position of Georgia State Director.

not only intelligent and experienced, but also has demonstrated servant-leadership, a forward-thinker, approachable, strong, devoted, resilient, humorous, a listening ear and loves Zeta. This is why I am supporting Shannon McGuire Lee for our next Georgia State Director.

Soror Kathryn Williams Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Phi Omicron Zeta Chapter Chapter President ELECT FOR 13TH GA STATE DIRECTOR

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Unique times require unique leadership; someone that is

Sisterly,

Soror Larhonda Jordan-Kelly Theta Rho

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

I believe that Soror McGuire-Lee is more than fit to take on the role as our next State Director. She is dedicated, hard-working, and knows how to draw in a room. She holds authority in her tone and has demonstrated a mastery of dealing with Zeta business. I would love to see Soror McGuire-Lee as our next State Director of Georgia!

Soror Aaliyah Lane Chapter Basileus Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Delta Beta Chapter

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I have known Soror Shannon McGuire-Lee since my joining into this amazing sisterhood, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She has always exemplified great leadership, as well as, having a strong drive and positive impact on this sorority. She is one of the most zealous Sorors I have ever encountered and shows great tenacity in everything she does. I believe she can and will take the state of Georgia to the next Finer level. Soror McGuire-Lee is the prime example of a Finer Woman.

Friend, Agnes McCloud

President, Zeta Amicae of Millen Georgia Past State of Georgia Amicae President Past State of Georgia Amicae Vice President Past Southeastern Regional Amicae Vice President

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The reason I know Shannon McGuire-Lee would be the best candidate to be the Ga. State Director is because she has a lot of knowledge about the Amicaes. She is willing to listen to us and will make sure she assists us in whatever we need. So to the state of Georgia let's make Friend Shannon McGuire-Lee the 13th State Director of Georgia.

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My Godmother, Shannon McGuire-Lee, has taught me the importance of hard work and dedication when achieving your goals. She is funny, loving and always available when needed.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Youth Auxiliaries, deserve to be led by someone with her heart. My Godmother has my full support as she seeks the office of the 13th State Director of Georgia.

Joy Johnson Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter Past Youth Auxiliary Member Archonette President 2016-2019 Miss Blue Revue Winner 2018 Valdosta State University Class of 2023

Calysse Thompkins,

Amicette President '21-22 Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter Youth Affiliates

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I first met Mrs. Shannon when she was President of Kappa Iota Zeta chapter and I became a Pearlette. She always makes the youth feel appreciated, included and IMPORTANT to Zeta. I look forward to spreading the word about her mission to become the next State Director for Georgia.

Sherman Lofton

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Georgia District Director

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Our Fraternities and Sororities at their core have similar goals. So when we align and collaborate we are able to make a greater impact in the communities we serve. Working with Shannon McGuire-Lee over the last few years around March For Babies and Voter Engagement issues has given me unique insight and perspective on her vision, her approach and her steadfast dedication to the work of Zeta. I'm confident that Georgia will be in great hands with Shannon McGuire-Lee at its helm. As the Georgia District Director of Alpha Phi Alpha, I offer my full endorsement and look forward to working with her as we continue a fruitful working relationship.

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

Greetings, I whole hearted give my support/endorsement to Shannon McGuire-Lee. I had the wonderful pleasure to partnering my chapter with Mrs. Lee and the awesome ladies of her Chapter (Kappa Iota Zeta) of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on several community service project during my tenor as Basileus of Eta Omega Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Eta Omega Chapter is the largest Graduate Chapter within the Largest District of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. One of the highlights of the partnership was the Divine Nine local election panels.

My endorsement is based on my first hand knowledge of her work ethic, organization, attention to detail and finally consensus building skill set.

Sincerely,

Maurice B. Watson Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Brian C. Mock Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Southeastern Province Polemarch

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I've known Mrs. Shannon McGuire-Lee to be a leader among leaders! She has the ability to connect with others to foster growth in organizations. She's a spirit that all should follow.

Dr. Few

Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Kappa Omega Chapter Southwest Atlanta

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I 've had the pleasure of working with Mrs. McGuire-Lee as a guest Judge at the Ms. Phi Beta Sigma Pageant. Mrs. McGuire-Lee was very welcoming and sisterly. Our first meeting felt like we knew one another for years. Since the event we have kept in touch and we truly share a bond of sisterhood. I am sending well wishes to my sister, Shannon McGuire-Lee as she journeys to become the 13th State Director of Georgia. She is definitely ready for this assignment.

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Shannon B. McGuire-Lee on your Mind

I am writing this memorandum with enthusiastic support of Shannon McGuireLee. Shannon McGuire-Lee is a dedicated servant leader with excellent work ethics, values, great character, and effectiveness. Shannon’s leadership is intentional. She is instrumental in extending collaborative efforts bringing the D9 together across the State of Georgia. She is a hands on person not afraid to work, operates in total transparency, and serves where her talents are needed. Her proven experience and compassion to lead will be a great asset on the State level.

It is with great pleasure that I highly recommend Shannon McGuire-Lee to serve as the 13th State Director of Georgia for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

Sisterly,

Kathy Adams

Chair Social Action Committee East Point/College Park Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Southern Regional Director National Federation of Democratic Women

Sharon A. Wilson, MSN/MHA RN Centennial Basileus of Eta Sigma Chapter Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

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It has been a pleasure getting to know and work with Sister Greek Shannon B. McGuire-Lee. She is a true example of Finer Womanhood who is experienced, determined, a team player and results driven. Her spirit of sisterhood embraces the D9 family to make impacts in the Atlanta community. Best wishes on your journey to represent your Sisterhood as State Director.

Demetria Harlemon Administrative Coordinator Fulton County Board of Health

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My name is Demetria Harlemon and I am an Administrative Coordinator for the Fulton County Board of Health. Shannon McGuire-Lee has the innate ability to connect, communicate and organize community partnerships. I personally had the opportunity to work with her by serving on Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter's Stork's Nest Board. Shannon McGuire-Lee has had a standing relationship with Fulton County WIC Department since 1995. She is a servant leader and a change agent. Well wishes on a successful campaign. I look forward to working with you when you become the 13th State Director of Georgia.

Ricardo Hicks, Jr. CEO Tech Factory

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Shannon McGuire-Lee has been the consummate professional in working with Tech Factory as the State of Georgia Conference liaison for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. I've also had the pleasure of working with her as the Southeastern Regional Financial Secretary. She always has the details, in order for us to do our job.

Communication is of the utmost importance, and this is an area that she flourishes.

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Special State Meeting to Elect the 13th Georgia State Director Saturday, October 8, 2022