NEWH - April 2005 - (Page 19)

2005 leadership conference by Nancy K. Bohnett On behalf of those who attended the 2005 Leadership Conference, I would like to share with the NEWH Leadership Committee and Laura Nankin what a wonderful opportunity you provided us. Everything was outstanding, including the speakers, goodie bags, corporate partners, special events, networking, committee brainstorming and finale featuring Lyndall De Marco, our 2005 Woman of the Year, sharing the common vision with us all. As we checked into the Biltmore Embassy Hotel in Phoenix, we were welcomed by beautiful goodie bags supplied by Pam Tallarita & Richloom Fabric Corp., which were filled with many great products from many generous hospitality Canadian and US suppliers, and proceeded to a wonderful reception hosted by the NEWH Arizona chapter. In the morning our president, Jeanne Varney, and international board members welcomed us. Our first speaker, Wade Younger, encouraged team building with tips to become more productive and motivated. I believe all welcomed secrets to running successful meet- NEWH/Washington DC Metropolitan Chapter was well represented with 12 members. Back row: Jeanne Varney, Laurie Woliung, Kristin Smith, Whitney Tredwell, Marichu Valencia, Heather McCarty, Carreen Ressa, Cliff Tuttle, Lynda Welte. Front row: Marthe McGrath, Sonia Montes de Oca, Svetlana Casey. ings and becoming a stronger team leader. Our next speaker, John Horton, really turned the volume and everyone’s energy up! He broke us into four groups in his first session, bringing out our “behavioral style.” All groups shared interactive comments, only to realize the importance of knowing oneself and knowing others. John opened another door for us in his next session on maximizing creativity in the workplace. He stressed that creativity is the key to operational excellence. That evening Trevira and Precision Fabrics sponsored a beautiful dinner and wonderful presentation, followed by a piano sing-a-long with Ed Biggs of Milliken Carpets, a NEWH corporate partner. Gerry Poster of Masland Carpets Gerry Poster also taught us about our natural feelings and the unnatural acts that influence others. Gerry has authored many books on understanding motivation, how to listen, how to process information, decision making and organizing communication strategy. As the session came to a close, we all felt that our behavior, values and communication strategies are open to change. Masland carpet sponsored Gerry, and allowed us all to go home with various books that Gerry has written. Many thanks! The remainder of training included two brainstorming sessions, which ended with an overview from all committees to better chapters’ awareness of each board member’s continued contributions. A presentation featuring the ongoing efforts of NEWH and its members was wonderfully executed and received, followed by a morning with our Woman of the Year, Lyndall De Marco. All in attendance that morning could not be more proud of the NEWH selection. 19

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of NEWH - April 2005

NEWH - April 2005
Letter From the President
Upfront
Contents
Hospitality News
Lessons From Retail
Conrad’s First Ground-Up Hotel
2005 Leadership Conference
Remember Me? Using Video to Have Your Message Remembered
Woman of the Year
Design Showcase … Under the Tuscan Sun
Spa and Wellness Trends
Brand Perception
NEWH Icon Awards – Anna Perryman
First Canadian NEWH Chapter Chartered
Coming Events
HD at a Glance
HD Plantinum Circle Inductees
Contributors

NEWH - April 2005