I brought home a lot of ideas from Convention. I have discussed several at our recent Board meetings. I also promised to share that information on the blog for all of the leaders in our club (that includes everyone)! I hope you gain as much from the following as I did. (Please note: this is my interpretation of the “Charge Into the Future” training session from Convention, 2010. For more information please visit the website for Cynthia D’Amour, Leadership Strategist by clicking here.)

Be A Lazy Leader

I know some of you just gasped at reading that. What? A lazy leader? How will our club ever survive? Well it’s quite simple. Imagine having one person give 110% to Quota. They are busy taking care of all the details, overseeing many things at once, dipping their hands into everything that is going on within the club. Now picture one person who is only giving 60%. She is having fun, she is able to bring more people to the club because she has the time. Her friends and fellow club members see that she is getting things done and is delegating tasks. Each one of us has our own special talents. For instance: don’t ask me to take care of Treasurer’s Reports, that is NOT what I’m good at, but I can manage the blog. I digress, our 60% member has now brought in seven other people, each giving anywhere between 20-40%. Remember the Martyr Leader? She’s stressed out, burnt out and is headed toward a melt-down. She didn’t want to let Quota down and knew that if she didn’t do things, nothing would get done. Let’s look at those eight members whose total percent of “giving” equals 200% (estimated on the low side). See how more people are more effective at being lazy, than one person who is being a martyr?

Okay, now you know how to be lazy, the members will start pouring in right? They will if you know how to approach them. We have to paint a vivid picture of who Quota is. If you want someone to join Quota, do you tell them why you joined? That’s a great way to start the conversation, but even before you get to that point, you should start from the beginning. What are they looking for?

Hot Buttons

• Personal/Professional Development
• Contribution to a greater good
• Community

Let me start by explaining the Hot Buttons. When you’re talking to someone about Quota and you’re trying to get them as excited about it as you are, the best way to do that is to find their hot buttons. What are they interested in. What is important to them. If you are talking to them telling them how much you love Quota because it gives you the chance to serve others, but they are really looking for a social group, then you’ve not only missed their hot button, but you’ve lost their attention. If you start off by asking what they are interested in, then you can hit their hot button because Quota really does relate to all three. Let me explain how.

The first one in that list is Personal/Professional Development. Do you know some companies hold training sessions that cost their employees $200-$300/session? We offer the same development through our speaker’s for our one year’s dues. Did you ever think to look at it that way? I certainly had not. It can be one more persuasive tool when speaking to someone about Quota.

Next is Contribution to a greater good. In other words: Service. That’s what we do in Quota. We help those in need. We provide many service opportunities throughout the year.

Last is Community. Before each meeting we hold a social time. We catch up with each others latest news. We have fun, we laugh and we get together outside of Quota too. Perhaps the person you are talking to wants to meet more people or even network with other business women. That’s what we do and who we are!!!

Great! Now you can find out what the potential Quota member is looking for and tell her how Quota meets her needs. We need to remember to focus on what we are and who we are helping.

One good way to bring in outside people is through our service projects. We have a walk coming up. Have you asked everyone you know to join in a walk around the park? You don’t have to ask everyone for money, but if you ask them to walk then you’ve opened to door of Quota to them. By asking someone from the outside to join us for a service project, they’ll see how much fun we have and they’ll get to know Quota better.

I will leave you with this quote from Cynthia,

“If not you then who? If not now then when?

That’s usually how the new season starts off. Reminding us of what we forgot had happened on our favorite tv show.

After Convention, I would like to ask you if you remember what it’s like to have the Quota Enthusiasm? If you’ve been to Conference, an Area Meeting or a Quota International Convention; do you remember what it’s like to be refueled by the spirit? You get to see familiar faces and feel the energy created by fellow Quotarians. I know that in every organization, group, or program that I have been a part of; when there has been an annual training I have gone. It is the “pick-me-up”, my re-charge, my refueling, it’s what I need to be energized again!

We are an organization committed to Sharing. Let’s share Quota! The service we provide changes lives. We lighten the burden of others and we enrich and change our own lives.

“Believe in the Quota of tomorrow Be a part of the Solution Today” -Cynthia D’Amour

A lot of our general session was dedicated to a “Charge Into the Future” Leadership Training. We are an organization that is offering so much, we just need to find out what others are looking for! Here are a few examples as you talk to friends:

Find out what they are interested in. They aren’t going to care why you joined Quota, they want to know what’s in it for them.

• Are they looking for Personal/Professional Development? We offer that when we have speakers
• Are they looking to make a Difference? We do that through our fun service projects
• Are they looking to meet new people/get out of the house/have fun? We do that with our fundraisers and our meetings, and we even set aside time for social gatherings.

If you want to know more about the Leadership Training, I will be publishing another post soon based solely on that topic.

Convention 2010 – Vancouver

Friday evening started off with the Silent Auction/Reception. Then we moved into the gorgeous Pacific Ballroom for the “Q-lympics” Opening Ceremonies. Each Area wore a different color, Central Area was dressed in purple. The flags were presented and we heard from Rosemary Hannie, 2009-2010 International President. We had some interesting entertainment from several PIP’s (Past International President’s) and then participated in the first ever “Quorrling” Championship. Think Curling, only with a Quota twist. Laundry baskets, brooms and pool noodles were involved.

Saturday morning came early with our General Session. We had all the usual rules of Convention presented (Collects and Objects, the Memorial Presentation, Credentials Reports, Convention Rules, the Program, and the Nominees), we heard from the two nominees for Treasurer. Laura Lee Lahman (Coral Springs-Parkland, Florida) and Maureen Taylor (Penticton, British Columbia). We also heard about the Friendship Clubs. President Elect, Gwen Jackson, gave a Development and Growth Presentation.  Our coffee break was sponsored by District 20 (Michigan, USA-that’s us!) After the coffee break we went back in and heard the Treasurer’s Report and the Executive Director’s Report. Our afternoon session was dedicated to our guest speaker and leadership trainer, Cynthia D’Amour of People Power Unlimited based in Ann Arbor, MI (you can visit her website by clicking here).

Sunday began with the International Officer Election. Then we moved into the General Session and dove right into the Bylaws. Five Bylaws were presented and all five passed. District 20 submitted the third proposed Bylaw.

Article XIV: Club Section 7A. Club Meetings

Reads at Present: 7a.     Regular Meetings. Each member club shall hold at least fifteen meetings during its fiscal year.

Proposed change: 7.     Club Meetings. Each member club shall hold sufficient meetings to conduct its official business.

I have the rationale if you would like to read it, please contact me (I’m not retyping all of that). This Bylaw change was passed unanimously and without discussion. Quota is moving forward!

We were encouraged to meet with our Friendship Club, and I had the pleasure of meeting Florence, from Opotiki, New Zealand, our Friendship Club. We enjoyed lunch together. If you would like to send our Friendship club a letter, let me know by the end of August and I’ll put a package together.

The afternoon session was again dedicated to our guest speaker and more leadership training. At the end of the day, we broke off into separate rooms and held Area Meetings.

Monday morning we were invited to Convention July 13th-16th, 2012 in Honolulu Hawaii. We all practiced our hula. While giving a workshop on Publicity, President Elect Gwen Jackson was interrupted by a rowdy group of women in costume. They were all wearing a decorated bra (over their clothes of course), and proved the point that publicity is very important. One of the Australian Clubs bought bras and held a decorating contest to help raise breast cancer awareness. After getting approval to hang the bras on a fence in a very prominent spot, the city then said the club needed special approval for signs. Dragging this out as long as they possibly could without breaking any laws, the Quotarians soon agreed to take down any signs, leaving the bras in place, all the while attracting lots of attention from the media, locally and internationally!! (Click here for the link to the article in the 2006 Quotarian, page 16, which just so happens to have a picture of our own Kath Slagal celebrating Q.I. G.R.’s 60 years!)

Along with the publicity workshop, we also had a workshop on the Generation Gaps. The explanations left me with several Aha! moments. You can look for those in my leadership blog. We ended the session with our Service-on-Site presentation, and the Club-to-Club Service presentation, which served a big impact on who we are globally and the difference we make in so many lives around the world. It was amazing and very touching. District 18 ended the session by singing the song that they sing at the end of each of their meetings. (It was simply called “District 18 Song”, I have a copy if anyone would like to see it, but don’t ask me to sing!)

That evening we held our installation Banquet , and President Rosemary Hannie was led to the PIP table, after installing President Gwen Jackson, President Elect Christine Tracey-Patte, and Treasurer Laura Lahman. Area Directors finishing their two year term are: Linda Morton Central Area Director, Kathleen Shermann East A. D., and Karen Murphy South Pacific A. D. Newly elected Directors were: Marie Dobson-Dunlop Canada A. D., Sheila Morris South A.D., and Vicki Conable West A. D.

Again, I have all reports, Bylaw changes, Awards, Service Project Reports, etc. If you would like to see any of these, please let me know. I am happy to share.

It was very exciting to be a part of a Quota that is moving forward.

QUOTA QUICK UPDATE –18 June 2010

IN THIS ISSUE:

1.  QUOTA MOURNS DEATH OF PIP DOLORES BROSKY

2.  2011-2012 BOARD NOMINATION FORMS AVAILABLE ON-LINE

3.  2009 SHINING STAR CLUBS ANNOUNCED

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1. QUOTA MOURNS DEATH OF PIP DOLORES BROSKY

Quota International mourns the loss of Past International President Dolores Brosky, 74, who died June 5, 2010. Dolores served as international president in 2001-2002, and her presidential theme, Brighten Our World with Quota, reflected her positive, inspirational view that Quota’s greatest purpose was to help others and to do so with a happy heart.

Long after her presidency, Dolores continued to support Quota locally and internationally and faithfully traveled to Quota’s conventions. She regularly came to Washington in between convention years to support the new Quota president installed at that time.

“I like to think that Dolores’ light will continue to shine through the acts of kindness and gentleness that Quota members express every day, said Quota Executive Director Kathleen. “ I think it would please Dolores to be remembered in that way.”

Read more about PIP Dolores, her amazing life, and her Quota experience on www.quota.org; click either the “Quota Headlines” or “In Memoriam Message Board” link.  http://www.quota.org/express/inmemoriam.cfm

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2. 2011-2012 BOARD NOMINATION FORMS AVAILABLE ON-LINE

Quota International is now accepting nomination forms for 2011-2012 board positions. The form is located on www.quota.org; click the “About Quota” link and then the link for “International Nominee Information .” http://www.quota.org/gtku/aq.nominee.htm.

Because no convention will be held in 2011, 2011-2012 Nominees will be permitted to campaign at Convention 2010 on Monday, July 5. (2010-2011 elections for the position of International Treasurer will be held at Convention 2010 on Sunday, July 4, the prior day.) For more information on campaigning rules, click the Nominee Information link above. For specific campaign requirements at Convention 2010, please contact Executive Director Kathleen Treiber at kathleen@quota.org.

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3. 2009 SHINING STAR CLUBS ANNOUNCED

Quota International is pleased to announce the winners of the inaugural, annual membership competition for clubs, the 2009 Shining Stars Membership Challenge!  This challenge, which operates on a CALENDAR YEAR basis using the official Quota membership statistics as of December 31, rewards both net membership growth AND membership recruitment success.  There is no greater gift to your club or to the future of Quota than striving for excellence in membership — great work! Congratulations go to our 2009 winning clubs, listed below.

A. NET MEMBERSHIP GROWTH WINNERS

• Silver Stars (30% or higher Net Growth)

Ba , Fiji

Brunswick Valley , New South Wales , Australia

Camden Haven , New South Wales , Australia

Denver , Colorado , U.S.A.

Gladstone , Queensland , Australia

Leisure Coast , New South Wales , Australia

Mississippi Gulf Coast , Mississippi , U.S.A.

Pawtucket , Rhode Island , U.S.A.

Talisay , Philippines

• Stars (20%-29% Net GROWTH)

Alstonville/Wollongbar, New South Wales , Australia

Candlewood Valley , Connecticut , U.S.A.

Curacao

Glen Innes , New South Wales , Australia

Goulburn , New South Wales , Australia

Gympie , Queensland , Australia

Heidelberg , Victoria , Australia

Inverell , New South Wales , Australia

Jimboomba , Queensland , Australia

Morgantown , West Virginia , U.S.A.

New Martinsville , West Virginia , U.S.A.

Shenandoah County , Virginia , U.S.A.

Sydney , New South Wales , Australia

Walcha , New South Wales , Australia

• Sparkles (10%-19% NET growth)

Amherst , New York , U.S.A.

Anchorage , Alaska , U.S.A.

Armidale , New South Wales , Australia

Batavia , New York , U.S.A.

Campbelltown , New South Wales , Australia

Casino , New South Wales , Australia

Cebu , Philippines

Coonamble , New South Wales , Australia

Coral Springs/Parkland, Florida , U.S.A.

Dubbo , New South Wales , Australia

Estevan , Saskatchewan , Canada

Forster Tuncurry , New South Wales , Australia

Mandaue , Philippines

Orange , New South Wales , Australia

Owen Sound , Ontario , Canada

Pampanga , Philippines

Penticton , British Columbia , Canada

Robina , Queensland , Australia

Ruston , Louisiana , U.S.A.

Shreveport , Louisiana , U.S.A.

Southeast Texas , Texas , U.S.A.

Tacoma , Washington , U.S.A.

Temora , New South Wales , Australia

Toowoomba , Queensland , Australia

Tweed Heads-Coolangatta , Queensland , Australia

West Memphis , Arkansas , U.S.A.

Whakatane , New Zealand

Whitsunday, Queensland , Australia

B. MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT WINNERS

• Silver Stars (15 or more new members)

Las Piñas , Philippines

Pampanga , Philippines

• Stars (10 – 14 New Members)

Jimboomba , Queensland , Australia

Mississippi Gulf Coast , Mississippi , U.S.A.

• Sparkles (5 – 9 New Members)

Ba , Fiji

Bristol , Connecticut , U.S.A.

Brunswick Valley , New South Wales , Australia

Cebu , Philippines

Coral Springs/Parkland, Florida , U.S.A.

Curacao

Denver , Colorado , U.S.A.

Estes Park , Colorado , U.S.A.

Fairbanks , Alaska , U.S.A.

Flint , Michigan , U.S.A.

Forster Tuncurry , New South Wales , Australia

Gladstone , Queensland , Australia

Goulburn , New South Wales , Australia

Gridley , California , U.S.A.

Indiana , Pennsylvania , U.S.A.

Inverell , New South Wales , Australia

Kirksville , Missouri , U.S.A.

Legazpi-Mayon , Philippines

Leisure Coast , New South Wales , Australia

Manila South, Philippines

Marysville , California , U.S.A.

Morgantown , West Virginia , U.S.A.

Owen Sound , Ontario , Canada

Paranaque , Philippines

Parkes , New South Wales , Australia

Pawtucket , Rhode Island , U.S.A.

Robina , Queensland , Australia

Ruston , Louisiana , U.S.A.

Shreveport , Louisiana , U.S.A.

Sioux City , Iowa , U.S.A.

Talisay , Philippines

Whakatane , New Zealand

Wooster , Ohio , U.S.A.

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This QUOTA QUICK UPDATE was written by Nancy Fitzpatrick , Deputy Executive Director / nancy@quota.org / 202.331.9694.

Mark your calendars, Grand Rapids is hosting the 65th District 20 Conference! More information will be coming soon, but we have the dates verified as May 20th- 22nd,  2011.

Click here to see our video invitation.

Quota Quick Update – 21 April 2010

IN THIS ISSUE:

1.  PRESIDENT ROSEMARY HANNIE PUBLISHES NEW MESSAGE, HONORS LEADERS

2.  CONVENTION 2010 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS MAY 1

3.  SPECIAL FREE OFFER AVAILABLE FOR QUOTA MEMBERS

4.  NETWORK WITH QUOTA’S CROWD

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1.  PRESIDENT ROSEMARY HANNIE PUBLISHES NEW MESSAGE, HONORS LEADERS

The Quota fiscal year comes to an end on April 30, and around the world clubs and districts are celebrating the success of outgoing leaders. President Rosemary adds to these celebrations with her own special thanks to leaders. Are you thinking about attending your district conference or Convention 2010? President Rosemary offers some powerful persuasion! Read President Rosemary’s latest message on www.quota.org; click the “President’s Message” link.   http://www.quota.org/express/exprs.presmez.htm.

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2.  CONVENTION 2010 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS MAY 1

Be a Quota “Early Bird” and register for Convention 2010 by May 1. Being early pays dividends. Not only will you save money on your registration, your name will be entered in our drawing for one of three Can. $100 shopping sprees in Vancouver ! Are you feeling lucky? Register today! Convention 2010 planning information is located on www.quota.org; click the “Convention 2010 Plans” link for complete information and a registration form you can print. http://www.quota.org/qol/conv.2010/conv10.plans.htm

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3. SPECIAL FREE OFFER AVAILABLE FOR QUOTA MEMBERS

Quota International has been a partner with the United Nations in addressing worldwide societal goals since the U.N.’s formation in 1945. Today, Quota is a non-governmental organization (NGO) member of the United Nations Association of the United States of America ‘s (U.N.A.-U.S.A.) Council of Organizations. You can benefit from our partnership by signing up for a free e-newsletter, the WORLD BULLETIN, published twice monthly, which features articles on the day-to-day workings of the United Nations. Copy and paste this link into your browser to sign up: https://www.unausa.org/SSLPage.aspx?pid=1126

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4. NETWORK WITH QUOTA’S CROWD!

Quota International ’s  Facebook page (www.facebook.com) is growing more popular by the week! Consider joining the 345 members who currently connect on-line, sharing news and meeting new friends from other clubs and countries; search Quota International , Inc. Or, receive Quota International ’s latest Tweets on Twitter (www.twitter.com), where we are sharing news and information; just search our username, QuotaIntl. And now you can join our Quota International LinkedIn group; search the name Quota International in LinkedIn groups. We now have handy Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn icons on our www.quota.org home page. We are making it easier for you to stop by and visit often!

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NEW ITEMS ADDED TO QUOTA’S WEB SITES

Three items have recently been added to www.quota.org and www.sharefoundation.org.

1.)     2009 International Photography Contest Winners have been announced. To view  winning photos and read the stories behind them, go to www.wesharefoundation.org and click “International Photography Contest.” http://www.wesharefoundation.org/serv.photo.cont.2009.winners.htm

2.)     The 2010 Quotarian magazine has been has been mailed to all members and is now published on-line. To view the latest issue, go to www.quota.org and click “Library.” http://www.quota.org/qol/libr.htm

3.)     The 2010 International Nominee Brochure and 2010 Bylaws Committee Report were mailed to all voting delegates on March 15. To view them on-line, go to www.quota.org and click on the report name in the upper left hand corner.

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This QUOTA QUICK UPDATE was written by Christy Herz /Foundation and Convention Manger / christy@quota.org / 202.331.9694.

Quota Quick Update – 26 February 2010

In this Issue:

1. President Rosemary Hannie Announces Board Meeting Decisions

2. Watch Your Mail!

3. Convention 2010 Vancouver Speaker Announced

4.   Club/District Convention 2010 Sales Form Available On-line

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1. PRESIDENT ROSEMARY ANNOUNCES BOARD MEETING DECISIONS

Visit www.quota.org and click the “President’s Message” link to read President Rosemary Hannie’s latest Web message, which includes highlights of decisions made by the board of directors at their February 2010 Mid-term meeting. Among the decisions made: Quota International dues will not be raised in the coming year. In addition, President Rosemary discusses a comprehensive six-step plan the board approved for strengthening Quota’s future.  http://www.quota.org/express/exprs.presmez.htm

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2.  WATCH YOUR MAIL!

The 2010 issue of the Quotarian magazine has just been mailed! This new issue contains wonderful stories of service success, the 2009 winning photo from our international photography contest, Quota news from around the world, and a very handy Convention 2010 planning guide.

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3. CONVENTION 2010 WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!

Have you been INSPIRED watching the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver ? Not only are the athletes incredible to watch, but the vistas of Vancouver and surrounds are also impressive. Your chance to visit this truly beautiful Olympic city is coming up! Quota’s 2010 International Convention will be held at the luxurious Fairmont Vancouver July 2 to 5, 2010. Make your plans to attend now, and get ready to be INSPIRED in your personal and Quota life as well!

We are pleased to announce our featured guest presenter at convention. Cynthia D’Amour of People Power Unlimited will be offering eight hours of general session motivational and life-changing coaching at Convention 2010, coaching that WILL change your life at work, at home, and in Quota. Guaranteed!

*Are you feeling overworked and overcommitted at home, at work, and/or in Quota?

*Would you like to learn steps for getting more done with less effort?

*Do you want to sharpen your leadership and management skills and focus on the real work of the leader – steering, motivating and making it a fun and rewarding experience?

* Do you want to achieve your personal dreams and the dreams of your Quota club?

If you really want to take your life and your club to new heights, Convention 2010 is for you.

Everything you need to plan your trip is on-line:

• A registration form for four days of Quota meetings and fellowship to be held July 2-5, 2010

• A preliminary convention schedule to help you make your travel arrangements.
• Details about the elegant Fairmont Vancouver Hotel and how you can book your hotel reservation now.
• Descriptions of our pre-and post convention optional tours of Vancouver, Whistler, and Victoria, as well as a Convention-wide Fellowship Night Sunset Cruise, and a link to register for these activities.
• Information about our week-long Ultimate Alaska Adventure Cruise to be held immediately following convention.

Go to www.quota.org and Click “2010 Convention Plans” for all this and more. (http://www.quota.org/qol/conv.2010/conv10.plans.htm).

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4. Club/District Convention Sales Form Now On-line.

Planning to attend convention? Where else are there over 400 Quotarians and their guests gathered with time for browsing and shopping? It is an amazing opportunity to sell your items to raise funds for your club or district. Sign up for a club/district sales table in our Convention Sales Room, adjacent to our general session ballroom. There will be shopping hours all four days of convention prior to and in-between sessions! For a form, go to www.quota.org and Click “2010 Convention Plans,” then Club/District Sales under Convention Opportunities, http://www.quota.org/pdf/conv2010.sales.form.pdf

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This QUOTA QUICK UPDATE was written by Nancy Fitzpatrick and Christy Herz

Nancy Fitzpatrick / Deputy Executive Director / nancy@quota.org

Christy Herz / Foundation and Convention Manger / christy@quota.org / 202.331.9694.

President—One Year Term

* Emily Uebbing

President Elect—One Year Term

* Pat Cook

Recording Secretary—One Year Term

* Kath Slagal

Treasurer – General Fund—One Year Term

* Phyllis Zimmerman

2 Directors – 2 year term

* Jan Gauthier

* Sarah Glover

Directors –completing 2^nd year of 2-yr term

* Pam Goebel

* Peggy Bishop

* Name ___________________ Position _________________

* Name ___________________  Position _________________

Quota Quick Update – 5 February 2010

The QUOTA QUICK UPDATE is an occasional e-newsletter for members of Quota International .

IN THIS ISSUE:

1.  PIP Edith Scheutzow Passes Away

2.  Connect with Quota on Twitter and LinkedIn, TOO!

3.  Celebrate! Quota International Turns 91

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1. PIP Edith Scheutzow Passes Away

Quota International mourns the loss of Past International President Edith Scheutzow, 78, who died January 18, 2010. A member of the Canton Quota club in Ohio , U.S.A. , Edith served as International President in 1990-1991. Her presidential theme, Begin with Enthusiasm, reflected her belief that enthusiasm is key to fully embracing and enjoying life. “She was a grand and gracious lady with an infectiously positive attitude and love of life,” said Executive Director Kathleen Treiber . “She was the wind beneath the wings of so many people who were touched by her generosity and kindness.” A full obituary is located on www.quota.org. Click the “Quota Headlines” link.  http://www.quota.org/express/inmemoriam.cfm

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2. Connect with Quota on Twitter and LinkedIn, TOO!

Quota International has expanded its presence on global social networking sites. Last November we launched our QI Facebook page. Now you can connect with Quota on Twitter and LinkedIn, too! Follow our Quota tweets and join our LinkedIn discussion groups. Here is more information:

TWITTER

Twitter is an informal forum for communications, known for short bursts of information from organizations, corporations, politicians, celebrities, local businesses, friends, and family. Quota will “tweet” one sentence updates of Quota’s news on a frequent basis. To “follow” Quota’s tweets, go to http://twitter.com/QuotaIntl and login by entering your username and password.  Then click “Follow.”  If you are not a member of Twitter, you can join there, just click “Join.”

LINKEDIN

LinkedIn is a professional networking site with over 55 million members. Quota will be using our LinkedIn group as a way to post news, facilitate discussions, and advertise upcoming events such as area and district meetings and the 2010 convention.

To “follow” the Quota group, click on the link below, then on the yellow box that says “Join Group.” If you are not a member, you can join there by clicking “Joining LinkedIn.” http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2736623&trk=anetsrch_name&goback=%2Egdr_1265380844562_1

FACEBOOK

If you haven’t, become a member of our Quota International Facebook page. Facebook networking allows club members to make new friends from other clubs and countries, share success stories, and learn how other members define their Quota experience. To visit the official Quota International Facebook page, go to http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=33799319632&ref=search&sid=1045549392.2616585551..1 .You must join Facebook in order to access this page.

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3. Celebrate! Quota International Turns 91

February 6 is Founder’s Day, the 91st anniversary of Quota International ’s founding by Wanda Frey Joiner! How are you celebrating? We hope you are planning the best Quota Cares Month project that you will carry out March 1-31. Quota Cares Month strengthens club recruitment, retention, fund-raising, service, and publicity and is a great gift to your club, your community, and Quota International . Read more about Quota Cares Month, official rules, and previous winners at http://www.wesharefoundation.org/quotacares.htm.

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This QUOTA QUICK UPDATE was written by Nancy Fitzpatrick ,

Deputy Executive Director / nancy@quota.org / 202.331.9694.

Quota Quick Update – 6 January 2010

COUNTDOWN TO VANCOUVER

HURRY! ALASKA CRUISE SPECIAL OFFER DEADLINE ENDS JANUARY 15.

The world is counting down to the 2010 Winter Olympics to be held in Vancouver next month, and Quota is counting down to our 2010 International Convention in Vancouver in July!  Everything you need to plan your trip is now on-line:

• A registration form for four days of Quota meetings and fellowship to be held July 2-5, 2010
• A preliminary convention schedule to help you make your travel arrangements
• Details about the elegant Fairmont Vancouver Hotel and how you can book your hotel reservation now
• Descriptions of our pre-and post convention optional tours of Vancouver, Whistler, and Victoria, as well as a Convention-wide Fellowship Night Sunset Cruise and a link to register for these activities
• Information about our week-long Ultimate Alaska Adventure Cruise to be held immediately following convention

Go to www.quota.org and Click “2010 Convention Plans” for all this and more. (http://www.quota.org/qol/conv.2010/conv10.plans.htm)

EXCLUSIVE OFFER ABOUT TO END!  January 15 marks an important deadline for Quotarians considering our Ultimate Alaska Adventure Cruise following Convention 2010.  Everyone who books the cruise by the early bird deadline of January 15, 2010, will receive a $100 per cabin ship board credit and free cabin upgrade.  In addition, for one week only, January 7-14, 2010, our cruise consultant is holding a Holland America Line sale, offering a reduced deposit ($100 per person instead of $250) and extra ship board credits (up to $100 per cabin) for all Holland America cruises booked during this time. This sale week offer is combinable with the January 15 early bird offer, so it is a great opportunity for Quota members.

Go to www.quota.org and click “2010 Convention Tour Plans,” then “Ultimate Alaska Adventure Cruise” for more information about the cruise, http://www.quota.org/qol/conv.2010/conv10.tours.htm#tour8.

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2010 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS DUE

January 15 is the new deadline for submitting your club’s 2010 Volunteer of the Year nominee. To learn more or to print a nomination form, visit www.wesharefoundation.org and click the Volunteer of the Year link, http://www.wesharefoundation.org/serv.voy.award.htm.

Occasional QUOTA QUICK UPDATES are sent to members with e-mail addresses in the Quota International membership database. At no time is e-mail information sold or loaned to other organizations. To delete, change, or add an e-mail address in this database, please contact Membership Manager Alison Benefico at alison@quota.org.

This QUOTA QUICK UPDATE was written by Christy Herz / Foundation and Convention Manger / christy@quota.org / 202.331.9694.