MAFAA 
2007-2008 LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM

@ SMSU - Marshall, MN - Initial Meeting July 16-17
  @ Fall Conference, Minneapolis, MN
  @ Cross-Cultural Community Service (TBA)
  @ Spring Conference, Brainerd, MN

What is the Leadership Symposium?
The Leadership Symposium is a special program developed by MAFAA in 1994 to provide enhanced leadership skills and training for MAFAA members which can then be used in the participants work environment, personal life, and within the Association. The Symposium won the 1995 NASFAA State Award.

What Areas of Leadership are covered?
The Symposium covers topics such as leadership style/preference, team building, goal setting, involvement, time management, conflict resolution, working successfully with individuals and groups, personal development, professional opportunities and more. Our presenters include experts in the leadership field as well as fellow MAFAA colleagues.

Who Can Participate?
All regular and associate members of MAFAA may apply to attend. We select 20 participants from among those who apply. Over 200 people have graduated in the past 12 years. 

What is the Cost to Participate?
Since MAFAA considers leadership training integral to our mission and critical to MAFAA’s success, all participant expenses (transportation, lodging, meals, materials, etc.) are covered by MAFAA.

What are the Expectations?

• Attend the entire four-part series.
• Stay overnight in July for initial meeting
• Have the support of your supervisor and family to be fully involved.
• Complete any required materials prior to the July meeting.

How Do I Apply?
Complete the on-line application found here by 5/31/2007.

Questions regarding the Leadership Symposium may be directed to David Vikander, MAFAA Leadership Committee Chair at  (507) 537-6281.

Applicants will be notified by June 10, 2007.