"People want to be led to accomplish mission and goals that make them part of their desired future."

Part of being a good leader - in all phases of life -- is to have a vision of the desired future.  So, how do you get one?  We'll talk about that along with a few simple leadership skills that are available to everyone.  They only require practice.

Join us on May 19 for a lively discussion on how to be a leader both in and outside of the workplace.

About Our Speaker
H.E. Mary E. Kramer served in the Iowa Senate and was elected the President of the Senate in 1997.  In 2003 President George W. Bush nominated her to serve as U.S. Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.  She was confirmed by the United States Senate. 

She began her career as a pianist, and worked as a teacher and school administrator. She became the Corporate Personnel Director for Younkers, Inc. and later joined Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield. During her tenure with the company she served as Vice President of Human Resources and Vice President of Community Investments. 

Ambassador Kramer currently serves as the Chair of the Des Moines Performing Arts Board of Directors  and of the Iowa Public Radio Board..   She has served on many boards and commissions, including  The Des Moines Club, the Greater Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Central Iowa, Brenton Bank, and Mercy Hospital.   In August 2009, Ms. Kramer was inducted into the Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame and in 2015 was honored as a Distinguished Alumni of the University of Iowa.
 
Her first book, “More Than a Walk on the Beach” was published in the fall of 2010.  Her second book, “An Unlikely Diplomat and her Diplomatic Daughter; Stories and Recipes for the Life You Want” is her newest publication.  She is in demand as a public speaker focusing primarily on civility in public discourse; “How Did We Get so Rude?” and leadership skill; “Personal Leadership; It Only Requires Practice”.  Visit her web-site:  www.madameambassador.com.

 

Tickets

$25.00 Member Ticket

$35.00 Guest Ticket

$35.00 Post Deadline Ticket

$45.00 Post Deadline Guest Ticket