AFSCME Local Union Leadership Academy Executive Board Training

November 12 & 13th 2008 Springfield, Il. How impressive- specialized training for our E-Board members at the Hilton. Not only a chance to get to know our fellow E-Board members better, but to learn how to improve as an E-Board team. Of course, Mixed in with a little fun and Great Food! During this two day event, we learned tools to build a stronger union in the 21st century-got a better understanding of E-Board administrative and leadership roles- how to plan and conduct productive meetings- learned the responsibilities of each E-Board member-touched on new employee orientation-also received some helpful information on newsletters(blog in our case, which Travis does a wonderful job with!!) We enjoyed some role playing and made a good effort in the jeopardy game(yes, we lost and yes, im a sore loser!) Even tho we are a newer local, I was quite impressed with how well Local 3416 fits in AFSCME standards. I believe all our E-Board was impressed with what our team has accomplished. Not only productive meetings, but with some of the committees like the Health and Safety, Good and Welfare, & Stewards committee,that are already up and running. Not to mention the Mat team and our informational blog. Thanks to this training I believe Local 3416 can fine-tune some of the little things the need work on and use the tools that were given, to continue working as an effective leadership team. And from me personally, a huge thanks to Local 3416 E-Board team--Travis H, Terri V, Jerry M, Travis S, Katrina P, & Brian C. Thanks for all your hard work, knowledge, and determination. We do make a difference!!............................Amy Clark.......... P.S. If you get a chance, watch the movie called "Sicko"- A documentary about health care in this country and others...Find out why Travis H. may be packing his bags for France!!