L AT ISH A B R A N D ON C A N D I D AT E F O R T H E 2 3 RD S Y N TA K T E S OF THE SOUTHWESTERN REGION OF S I G M A G A M M A R H O S O R O R I T Y, I N C .
Who Is BrandON? Core Values: Faith, Family, Community and Career A retail executive with 20 years of multifaceted expertise in diversity & inclusion, philanthropy, e-commerce, retail planning and merchandising The Vice President of DEI, Cultural Programs & Charitable Giving at The Container Store Holds a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing and a master's degree in business administration from Southeastern Louisiana University A philanthropist and community advocate in a host of professional, civic and community organizations such as: Women in Retail Leadership, the Society for Human Resources Managers, National Minority Supplier Development Council, National Black MBA Association, NAACP, Top Ladies of Distinction (North Dallas Suburbia), the Junior League of Collin County
Who Is BrandON? Life Member #1493 | 20 Year Member | Inducted April 26, 2003 Charter Member of the Pi Iota Chapter at Southeastern Louisiana University and the Nu Pi Sigma Alumnae Chapter serving Denton, Texas Has served on every level of our Sisterhood. Notable positions include serving as the Centennial Southwestern Region Undergraduate Chapter Coordinator, Southwestern Region Epistoleus, Southwestern Region Elections Chair, Lambda Upsilon Sigma Alumnae Chapter Basileus, and co-chairing the Marketing & Communications Committee of the Going for Sigma Gold Strategic Planning Team Executive Sponsor of the One Sigma Financial Project Project Lead of Career Readiness and Advancement Initiatives
Why Syntaktes? Why Now? Because I Care. Because I am Capable. Because I am Committed. Because I want to serve YOU and the community. But at the end of the day… It’s NOT About ME, It’s About WE! Let’s Build Together.
Taking Inventory of Where We Are Now Where We Win:
Where We Have Challenges:
Supporting International Initiatives
Member Burnout & Commitment
Year Over Year Growth Community Impact
Communication Processes in Need of Optimization
Regional Pride
Perception & Trust
Hidden Strengths:
External Factors Can Affect Us:
Skills & Talent within the Region
Financial Pressure Due to the Economy
Member & Affiliate Network Access to Resources
Competing Priorities
Building Together: One Sisterhood United in Service serves as a guiding light, encapsulating not only progress, empowerment, and community collaboration but also a collective dedication to fortifying the bonds that define our Sisterhood.
PROGRESS
COLLABORATION
EMPOWERMENT
P RO G R E S S T R A N S PA R E N T G OV E R N A N C E & INFRASTRUCTURE FOR S U S TA I N A B L E G R O W T H
PROGRESS Transparent Governance for Accountability Open Communication Channels Accountability Measures Accessible Financial Reports Regular Regional Activities Updates Feedback and Evaluation Processes Infrastructure Development for Sustainable Growth Technology & Infrastructure Gap Assessment Process Automation Research Revenue Streams
EMPOWERMENT
COLLABORATION
Enhanced Experience Through Communityopen Collaboration for Transparent Governance prioritizes Operational Efficiency Inclusivity Needs Assessment Collaborative Decision-Making communication and accountability, while Resource Allocation Training Formal Expansion Request Process Infrastructure focuses on assessing Technology Training Development Strengthening Relationships with National Partners Promote Sorority-life Balance technology gaps, researching revenue streams, and Leadership Development for a growth. Community Service is the ensuring sustainable Foundation Stronger Tomorrow Biannual Executive Leadership Leadership Coaching Peer Group Mentoring Program Workshops for Aspiring Leaders
Essential Program Initiatives Collaborative Awareness Campaigns Community Service Days Community Needs Assessment
Transparent Governance for Accountability Open Communication Channels: Continuing the State of the Region town hall meetings, newsletters, and exploring additional forums to keep members informed about the Region's decisions, initiatives, and future plans. Accountability Measures: Establishing clear guidelines and performance metrics for leaders and committees, ensuring accountability and fostering a culture of responsibility. Accessible Financial Reports: Providing financial reports accessible to all members, detailing budget allocations, expenses, and investments to ensure financial accountability. Regular Regional Activities Updates: Keeping the Region informed about ongoing activities, projects, and developments, reinforcing transparency in the Region's governance via www.sigmaswregion.com and eblasts. Feedback and Evaluation Processes: Providing a biannual forum for members to provide feedback and suggestions, ensuring continuous improvement based on constructive input.
Infrastructure Development for Sustainable Growth Technology and Infrastructure Gap Assessment: Conduct a thorough Technology and Infrastructure Gap Assessment in the Region, analyzing current systems and tools to identify improvement areas. Develop a strategic roadmap with actionable steps, timelines, and resource allocations to systematically enhance technological capabilities and overall infrastructure. Process Automation: Conduct a comprehensive review of current processes to identify areas in need of improvement. Outline the resources needed and establish a timeline to implement strategies that minimize manual processes, with a focus on streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency. Research and Development of Revenue Streams: Initiate comprehensive analysis the Research and Development of Revenue Streams, exploring opportunities for sponsorships, partnerships, grants, and innovative fundraising initiatives. Develop a strategic roadmap with actionable steps, timeline, resource allocation, and clear objectives to diversify revenue streams.
E M P OW E R M E N T ENHANCED EXPERIENCE THROUGH O P E R AT I O N A L E F F I C I E N C Y & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
EMPOWERMENT Enhanced Experience Through Operational Efficiency Needs Assessment Resource Allocation Training Technology Training Promote Sorority-life Balance Leadership Development for a Stronger Tomorrow Biannual Executive Leadership Leadership Coaching Peer Group Mentoring Program Workshops for Aspiring Leaders
PROGRESS
COLLABORATION
Transparent Governance for Accountability Open Communication Channels Accountability Measures Accessible Financial Reports Regular Updates on Region's Activities Feedback and Evaluation Processes
Community Collaboration for Inclusivity Collaborative Decision-Making Formal Expansion Request Process Strengthening Relationships with National Partners
Enhanced Experience emphasizes needs assessment, resource and technology training, and promoting sorority-life balance, while Leadership Development focuses on biannual executive Community Service is the sessions, coaching, peer mentoring, Foundationand Essential Program Initiatives Infrastructure Development for workshops for aspiring leaders to foster Sustainable Growth Collaborative Awareness Campaigns Technology and Infrastructure Gap Community Service Days continuous growth. Assessment Research and Development of Revenue Streams
Community Needs Assessment
Enhanced Experience Through Operational Efficiency Needs Assessment: Facilitate comprehensive assessments for all chapters and affiliates to identify resource gaps in financial management, recruitment, marketing, communication, and technology. Conduct surveys and discussions to understand specific needs, ensuring targeted solutions. Resource Allocation Training: Conduct sessions to educate members on effective resource allocation, covering budgeting skills, optimizing time and energy, and distributing resources efficiently to achieve organizational goals. Technology Training: Provide sessions on the effective use of technology to streamline processes, educating members on tools and software for enhanced efficiency and communication. Promoting A Culture Of Sorority-life Balance: Offer workshops and sessions with practical tips for achieving a healthy sorority-life balance, modeling behaviors for a balanced and fulfilling experience.
Leadership Development for a Stronger Tomorrow Biannual Executive Leadership: Conduct biannual sessions with the regional leadership team, chapter, and affiliate leaders covering topics such as: strategic planning, financial management, effective recruiting, member engagement, conflict resolution, storytelling, collaboration, and external partnerships. Leadership Coaching: Provide tailored coaching sessions for chapter and affiliate presidents to enhance their leadership skills. Formalize Peer Group Mentoring Programs: Establish structured mentoring programs for officers with similar roles, fostering collaboration and shared learning among leaders. This formalized approach enhances professional development and strengthens collective leadership. Workshops for Aspiring Leaders: Conduct workshops designed for aspiring leaders to provide them with the necessary skills and insights for future leadership roles.
C O L L A B O R AT I O N COMMUNITY SERVICE IS THE FOUNDATION & COLLABORATION FOR INCLUSIVITY
COLLABORATION Community Service is the Foundation Essential Program Initiatives Collaborative Awareness Campaigns Community Service Days Community Needs Assessment Community Collaboration for Inclusivity Collaborative Decision-Making Formal Expansion Request Process Strengthening Relationships with National Partners
EMPOWERMENT
PROGRESS
Community Service prioritizes Enhanced Experience Through as the Foundation Transparent Governance for Operational Efficiency Accountability essential programs, collaborative Needs Assessment Open awareness Communication Channels Resource Allocation Training days, and needs Accountability Measures campaigns, service assessments. Technology Training Accessible Financial Reports Promote Sorority-life Balance
Regular Updates on Region's Activities Feedback and Evaluation Processes
Community Collaboration for Inclusivity Leadership Development for a Stronger Tomorrow emphasizes collaborative decision-making, formal Biannual Executive Leadership Infrastructure Development for Sustainable Growth Leadership Coaching expansion requests, and strengthening Technology and Infrastructure Gap Peer Group Mentoring Program Assessment relationships with national partners. Workshops for Aspiring Leaders Research and Development of Revenue Streams
Community Service is the Foundation Essential Program Initiatives: Foster regional collaboration by co-hosting Essential Programs in each Area to amplify impact. Led by the Southwestern Region National Programs Chair, the Region will financially support local activations from the National Programs Budget and provide public relations support. Collaborative Awareness Campaigns: Launch collaborative awareness campaigns in support of the Youth Service’s Coordinator’s signature program. Community Service Days: Organize Regional community service days during Founders Week and Sigma Week, where chapters and members engage in hands-on projects. Community Needs Assessment: Conduct a needs assessment in partnership with Area Coordinators to identify specific challenges and gaps within the community. This informs targeted and effective community service initiatives.
Community Collaboration for Inclusivity Collaborative Decision-Making: Foster a culture of collaboration by organizing workshops on collaborative decision-making on topics such as strategic growth initiatives, on inclusive decision-making processes, effective team communication, and building consensus. Refining the Approach to Expansions: Utilize membership demographics and data insights to refine the approach to expansions. Conduct a chapter sustainability and viability study in partnership with the Regional leadership team and chapter presidents to identify areas of opportunity for expansion. Formalizing the Expansion Request Process: Establish a formalized process for expansion requests, ensuring clarity and structure in the evaluation and decision-making regarding new opportunities for growth. Strengthening Relationships with National Partners: Enhance collaboration and partnerships with national organizations, fostering stronger relationships for mutual support and shared goals.
PROGRESS Transparent Governance for Accountability Open Communication Channels Accountability Measures Accessible Financial Reports Regular Regional Activities Updates Feedback and Evaluation Processes Infrastructure Development for Sustainable Growth Technology and Infrastructure Gap Assessment Process Automation Research Revenue Streams
EMPOWERMENT
COLLABORATION
Enhanced Experience Through Operational Efficiency Needs Assessment Resource Allocation Training Technology Training Promote Sorority-life Balance
Community Service is the Foundation Essential Program Initiatives Collaborative Awareness Campaigns Community Service Days Community Needs Assessment
Leadership Development for a Stronger Tomorrow Biannual Executive Leadership Leadership Coaching Peer Group Mentoring Program Workshops for Aspiring Leaders
Community Collaboration for Inclusivity Collaborative Decision-Making Formal Expansion Request Process Strengthening Relationships with National Partners
A R E YO U R E A D Y ?
LET’S BUILD TOGETHER.