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It is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of Andrew McCreanor as the new President and CEO of Clermont 20/20, Inc.: A Vision for Leadership.   This appointment will become effective October 1, 2008. After conducting an extensive search, the Board of Directors believes it has chosen an excellent leader who will guide Clermont 20/20's efforts as it continues to seek new and even greater ways to serve the Clermont community.

Andy replaces Cindy Jenkins, whose leadership has led the organization in expanding its work to three major program areas for Clermont 20/20, Inc. to include an expanded Leadership Development division, Community Development and College Access and Success.

Andy has more than 35 years of professional banking experience, but also brings a wide range of non-profit leadership experience as a result of his work with United Way of the Greater Cincinnati Area, Clermont Senior Services, the Clermont Chamber of Commerce, and the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. A LEAD Clermont Class of '97 graduate, Andy embraces the culture and philosophy of the organization to build citizen- based community leadership and is especially qualified in his role as a catalyst to create collaborative partnerships, fundamental to the mission of Clermont 20/20, Inc.  Most recently, Andy has worked in a consulting role with area non-profits in establishing plans for social enterprise, thereby enhancing creative opportunities for revenue and service growth.
Dr. James McDonough, Chair of the Board of Directors of Clermont 20/20, Inc. describes Andy as the "perfect choice for continuing to grow the work of Clermont 20/20."

"Under the founding executive director, Bill Over and then Cindy Jenkins' leadership, Clermont 20/20 has had a tremendous impact for good in Clermont County. With Andy's talents, many years of experience in the community, and his knowledge of Clermont 20/20, we know Andy will also provide strong leadership to advance the vision and mission of Clermont 20/20," shared George Brown, Chair of the Clermont 20/20, Inc. CEO Search Committee.

A reception welcoming Andy is being planned.

 

Join us at The Midland Company for this educational and inspirational event.  Patti Holmes, President of Holmes Training and Development, will present a talk entitled "Bring Your Best Self To Work".

For more information, or to register for this Clermont Connections Young Professionals event, visit our web site using this link.

 

Hosted by Clermont 20/20, Inc. - Clermont Educational Opportunities, this is the third annual Last Dollar Grant Scholarship Fundraiser, to be held on Thursday, October 30, 2008, at 7:00 PM in the Glen Este High School Gym.

 

Get ready for some high-flying, slam-dunking fun as some of your favorite players, teachers and coaches go up against the Harlem Ambassadors!
 
All money raised from this event will go directly to the Last Dollar Grant Scholarship Fund for students in Clermont County pursuing higher education!
 
You can see more details and a video of the Harlem Ambassadors in action on our web site at this link; ticket sales online begin October 1, 2008.

Clermont 20/20, Inc. Announces Homeowner Preservation in Clermont County with the "Don't Borrow Trouble Campaign" Kickoff
 
On Tuesday, August 26, 2008, Clermont 20/20, Inc. and its local partners kicked off the "Don't Borrow Trouble Campaign" (DBT) in Clermont County.  The DBT campaign is a public education and foreclosure counseling initiative aimed at stopping predatory lending practices in Clermont County.  The campaign is sponsored by Clermont 20/20, Inc. and is made possible by Freddie Mac.  Don't Borrow Trouble was pioneered in Boston by Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Massachusetts Community and Banking Council (MCBC).  Freddie Mac is expanding the campaign nationwide. The campaign in Clermont County is supported by a coalition of partner organizations to educate families and individuals about how to avoid predatory lending scams and receive referrals to county resources.
 
The kickoff was held at the Union Township Civic Center located at 4350 Aicholtz Road, Cincinnati, Ohio.  Speakers at the event included Ohio State Senator Tom Niehaus, Judge Robert Ringland, Clermont County Common Pleas Judge, Mary Hurlburt, Director of Community Outreach, Consumer Credit Counseling Service and Rick Rotundo, Chairman of the Clermont County Affordable Housing Coalition.
 
It is a pleasure for Clermont 20/20, Inc. to share with you our commitment to the "Don't Borrow Trouble Campaign" in Clermont County.   The mission of Clermont 20/20, Inc. is to act as a catalyst to bring people and organizations together to improve the quality of life in Clermont County.   We are pleased to act as the convener of the stakeholders and engaged persons for the program.
 
*"Don't Borrow Trouble" was pioneered in Boston by Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Massachusetts Community and Banking Council.  Freddie Mac is expanding the campaign nationwide.

 

We wanted to know how young people in Clermont County viewed life in our community - so we went straight to the source!  In October 2007 almost 700 Clermont County 7th and 11th graders participated in the Search Institute's Attitudes and Behaviors survey. What do our youth have to say? Please join us on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 from 6:30 - 8:30 at UC Clermont's SAC (Student Activities Center) to find out!  To register visit the Clermont 20/20, Inc. website www.clermont2020.org or contact Frankie Hughart at 513-753-9222.

What do you call twenty-four adults from different companies and organizations working together to form a cohesive team?  You call it LEAD Clermont!

LEAD Clermont is a unique leadership opportunity designed to enhance the development of future leaders for Clermont County.  LEAD Clermont class members explore critical issues with knowledgeable speakers, effective facilitators, and a variety of experiential activities.

This year's class is made up of the following: Carol Amrine, Golden Rule Catering; Carol Barrett, 3M Precision Optics; Bonnie Batchler, Senco Products; Marvin Blade, Duke Energy; Erica Boller, Clermont County Children's Protective Services; Gregory Carson, Clermont Senior Services; Jeremy Coffman, AMIG; Andrew Fink, The Lyon Group; Brad Fisher, AMIG; Scott Gaviglia, Union Township Police Department; Matthew Gramza, Civil & Environmental Consultants; Jennifer Hartley, Clermont County Auditors Office; Tiffany Hausermann, TQL; Dave Jones, Clark, Schaefer, Hackett and Co.; Pat Oelrich, Dan Beard Council, Boy Scouts of America; Lee Pinkerton, AMIG; Julie Schultz, Mercy Hospital Clermont; Jennifer Sivak, Melink; David Smith, Melink; Sherry Spencer, Nat City Investment Co; Susan Stockman, Horan; Tim Vasconcellos, Home Instead Senior Care; Barbara Wallace, UC Clermont College; and Lee Ann Watson, Clermont County Mental Health & Recovery Board.

The team spent two days at Camp Joy where they got to know each other and began developing into a cohesive team.  Barbara Wallace said, "I discovered that faith in my abilities was enhanced by my faith and trust in others."  "Inspiring program; highly recommend it", said Matt Gramza.  Carol Barrett said, "Camp Joy is one of the most rewarding two-day experiences I have had for team building.  Pushed me to take a risk, but knew that I had team members who I trusted and had confidence in me through different programs during the event."  "Camp Joy will challenge you physically, emotionally and educationally.  It will be a rewarding experience", said Scott Gaviglia.  Over the next nine months, they will be working in smaller teams to ensure that the class days comprised of economic development, education, health and human services, government and infrastructure and quality of life answer the questions they have in these areas.  They will also be working in teams on projects that will enhance Clermont County to be a better place to live, learn, work and play.

 

If you would like more information about LEAD Clermont and how you could get involved in the next class that will begin in late summer of 2009, contact Wayne Baughman, Director, Leadership Development, Clermont 20/20 at 513-753-9222 or leadership@clermont2020.org.

Beautiful music is being created in Clermont County. The Clermont Philharmonic Orchestra exposes Clermont's population to musical expression and music education.
 
The organization recently received a $10,000 grant from The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF). Part of this grant came from The Clermont Community Fund of GCF which exists to benefit the Clermont community.
 
The grant from GCF allows the Clermont Philharmonic to expand its musical outreach program and provide music performances and music education and appreciation programs to new groups.
 
By collaborating with area schools and music education programs, the Clermont Philharmonic promotes exposure to classical music forms, music education, instrumentation, composers, and musical styles. The goal is to encourage future musicians whether professional or amateur.
 
To read more about the Clermont Philharmonic go to the web at www.clermontphilharmonic.com.
 
For more information on how you can make a difference in Clermont County, please call Chuck Fink at (513) 324-6279.

As a graduate from a Clermont 20/20, Inc. leadership program, if you have an announcement you would like to share with fellow alum, please send your information to officemgr@clermont2020.org.

This effort is brought to you by the LEAD Class of 2008. 

 

Here is an awesome way to raise money for the Boys & Girls Club while saving yourself a few $$'s!! Between September 14th and 28th, purchase a $5 coupon from JC Penney Eastgate then save 20% on almost everything you buy at JC Penney Eastgate on Sunday September 28th. The $5 is donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Clermont County; the 20% savings goes back into your pocket! Please see this flyer for more information. And by all means, forward this to all the shoppers on your mailing list.

 

 

The Clermont County General Health District has joined together with our regional partners to form the Tristate Medical Reserve Corps Coalition (Tristate MRC).  The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a nationwide initiative of the federal government that is recruiting medical professionals, including physicians, nurses, paramedics and mental health professionals, as well as citizens with non-medical backgrounds, to volunteer in their community during emergency situations that require a widespread medical or public health response.
 
The Tristate Medical Reserve Corps has been officially designated by the U.S. Surgeon General's Office.  As a volunteer, your skills and service would aid in the treatment of community members who may be victims of large scale disasters or infectious disease outbreaks.  The Tristate MRC provides assistance and depth to our local emergency response teams, public health, and health care infrastructure.  This assistance may prove to be vital to our community's operation stability during the first hours and days following an event.  Tristate MRC members may also have the opportunity to assist outside of the Tristate, as many chose to do following hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
 
Regardless of your professional background, local volunteers are needed to rollup their sleeves and help their community during an emergency.  While we recognize your first duty is to your family and your job, we urge you to register as a Tristate Medical Reserve Corps volunteer.  You will need to attend a two hour Introduction to the Tristate Medical Reserve Corps course at some point if you think you'd like to participate.  At the training you will have an opportunity to learn more about the Tristate MRC and take the first steps to registering as a volunteer if you haven't already registered.  Dates and specific locations for future presentations will be posted on the Ohio Citizens Corps web site at www.serveohio.org and on the Southwest Ohio Public Health web site at www.swoph.org. You can also register to be a part of the Medical Reserve Corps at the Serve Ohio web site. Watch the two websites listed for location information.

 

 

• Sunday, September 14th - 2:00 PM - Composing a Photo. It takes more than just pointing the camera to create a good photo.  Pick up a few tips that will help you create better images.  Bring your camera! All activities are free!!!