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Cultivating Aspiring Leaders Awards the Fourth “Get Involved with Issues that Affect Your Community” Essay Contest

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders
244 Fifth Avenue, Suite C224
New York, NY 10001
Contact: media@calfoundation.org

New York, Tuesday, April 12, 2011 – Cultivating Aspiring Leaders awarded its fourth “Get Involved with Issues that Affect Your Community” Essay Contest to Brenda Liborio of Oakland, California.

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders established the “Get Involved with Issues that Affect Your Community” Essay Contest in 2009 in order to engage high school students in issues that affect their local and national communities. Students are asked to consider the impact of various current issues on their communities and present potential strategic solutions.

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About Cultivating Aspiring Leaders

Founded in 2008, Cultivating Aspiring Leaders motivates, trains and supports high-potential teens and young adults to be active leaders, educators and mentors in their careers, families and communities. Our mission is to train students to contribute their professional knowledge and expertise through intergenerational mentoring, targeted skill-building, leadership training, and an emphasis on the importance of serving one’s community. For more information, please visit

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at Copia
New York, NY

Featuring:
2 hour open bar featuring our signature cocktail “Training Day”*
Silent auction items
Partying with a purpose with young professionals

Tickets:
$55 in advance
$75 same day
$125 supporter**

Purchase tickets here: http://cultivatingaspiringleaders.eventbrite.com/

Auction items include:
China Grill Dinner for Two
7-Day Marriott Aruba Time Share Vacation
Editing Services from The Ivy Editor
Club A Steakhouse Dinner and Wine for Two
Red Rooster Harlem Gift Certificate
One Hour Queen Jane Day Spa Massage
Hudson River Cafe Gift Certificate
and more!

Event hosted by:
Elizabeth Whittington
Brandon Jones
Matthew Espy
Barbara Bridges
Jamaal Snell
Marcus McFadden
Helen Ogbara
Michelle Henry
Symone Redwine
Edwin Foster
Chris Clark
Demetrius Warrick
Ehi Oviasu
Valerie Owolo
James Marshall

*”Training Day” is our signature drink and represents our efforts to raise money for our inaugural Leadership Training Institute (LTI): http://www.calfoundation.org/news/leadership-training-institute-applications-are-available-online/.

**Supporter Ticket purchases will receive recognition on event materials.

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders Extends its Charles James Bate, M.D. Chairman’s Scholarship Deadline

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders
244 Fifth Avenue, Suite C224
New York, NY 10001
Contact: media@calfoundation.org

New York, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 – Cultivating Aspiring Leaders has extended the deadline for the Charles James Bate, M.D. Chairman’s Scholarship to April 30, 2011. The scholarship provides medical students who 1) are members of an underserved racial minority group and 2) plan to provide medical services in underserved communities with financial assistance while in medical school. Scholarship recipients are each awarded $5,000.

To be eligible, applicants must:

1. have at least one parent that is a member of an underserved racial minority group (African-American, Latino, Native American)
2. be currently enrolled at an accredited medical school as a freshman, sophomore, or junior (recently admitted/upcoming freshmen may have to provide proof of enrollment);
3. have a GPA of 3.3, or the equivalent of a B+, or higher;
4. demonstrate a sincere desire to utilize one’s professional medical skills to serve underserved communities;
5. exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities, have strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate maturity and well-roundedness.

Check out Cultivating Aspiring Leaders’ website for CJB Chairman Scholarship criteria.

Applications are due April 30, 2011.  Apply here!

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About Cultivating Aspiring Leaders

Founded in 2008, Cultivating Aspiring Leaders motivates, trains and supports high-potential teens and young adults to be active leaders, educators and mentors in their careers, families and communities. Our mission is to train students to contribute their professional knowledge and expertise through intergenerational mentoring, targeted skill-building, leadership training, and an emphasis on the importance of serving one’s community. For more information, please visit www.calfoundation.org.

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Cultivating Aspiring Leaders is Accepting Applications for its Inaugural Leadership Training Institute for Rising High School Seniors  

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders
244 Fifth Avenue, Suite C224
New York, NY 10001
Contact: media@calfoundation.org 

New York, Tuesday, March 22, 2011 – Cultivating Aspiring Leaders (CAL) is now accepting online applications for its inaugural Leadership Training Institute (LTI). LTI is a four-part Saturday academy, which will be held in July at the New York office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Valerie Owolo, Masters Candidate, Columbia Teacher’s College, Roxanne Ryan, Strategy Consultant, International Finance Corporation, Elizabeth Whittington, Adjunct Professor at Trinity University, and other members of CAL’s Curriculum Committee have created a program replete with comprehensive lectures, assessments, interactive learning, role-playing, and panel discussions. 

“A wise person reminded me, ‘your credentials are merely a ticket to a party. Whether or not you enjoy the party depends on who you meet and who will “dance” with you.’ We are teaching these students essential soft skills. In essence, we are teaching them how to dance,” said Charlotte A. Lewis, CAL President & Founder. 

LTI’s curriculum includes, among other topics, a discussion entitled “Use Social Media to Own Your Name: Brand-Building and Professional Self-Awareness,” during which time the students will create a professional presence online and learn to defend against a negative online reputation. Part I of LTI also includes a panel entitled “Reach Back as You Move Forward: The Importance of Giving Back,” which will feature philanthropic leaders such as Robert Reffkin, founder of New York Needs You, Joshua Mercer, founder of Swish Dreams, and Chris Rolle, creator of the Hip Hop Project. Also, Michael Melcher, Partner at Next Step Partners and author of The Creative Lawyer, will discuss leadership styles and positioning for success during Part II’s “Your Leadership Brand: Understanding Your Values, Style, and Professional Identity.“ 

“An important aspect of our program is our emphasis on using leadership skills to give back to underserved communities. We are not only training students to be the next CEO, bank managing director, lead surgeon, or law firm partner. We are training LTI fellows to lead in their families and communities as well,” said Brandon Jones, Chair, CAL Student Outreach Committee and Member, Board of Advisors. 

During Part III’s “The Power of Your Emotions: Emotional Intelligence and Professional and Personal Success,” a panel of legal professionals will discuss how to work and socialize in difficult environments and not take things personally. Panelists include Rossie Turman, Partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, Alphonzo A. Grant, Jr., Special Counsel at Sullivan & Cromwell, LLP, and Vivienne LaBorde, Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. 

“Learning to deal with difficult situations and develop a mental toughness will give these students such an advantage as they approach college, the real world, and the workforce. It will really make a difference in helping them learn to persevere,” said Ms. Owolo. 

Other presenters include Syreeta Gates, author of Just Be Cause and founder of the SWT Life, Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, Professor at Columbia University, Patricia Louison, Assistant Dean of Georgetown School of Business, Ladell Graham, co-founder of Smith, Graham & Company, Investment Advisors, and more. Additional topics include public speaking, gender and business negotiations, building a personal board of advisors, ethics, entrepreneurship, dealing with bullying, and more. All workshops are taught by leading trainers, speakers and professionals in business, law and other dynamic industries. 

Adults who have a relationship with and knowledge of a student’s abilities may nominate a fellow for LTI online here. There is no limit to the amount of students a person may nominate. However, students do not need to be nominated by anyone in order to apply. 

To be eligible, applicants must: 

1. have at least one parent that is a member of an underserved racial minority group (African-American, Latino, Native American);
2. be a high school rising junior, rising senior, or recent graduate; 
3. exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities, have strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate maturity and well-roundedness.

 

All applications must also be: 

1. available every Saturday from July 9^th to July 30^th from 8:15am – 4:15pm;
2. able to travel independently to and from our Four Times Square location;
3. authorized by legal guardian to participate in LTI.

 

Check out Cultivating Aspiring Leaders’ website for additional information about LTI. Early applications are due 5pm April 15, 2011. Regular decision applications are due 5pm on June 15, 2011. Students may apply here! 

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About Cultivating Aspiring Leaders 

Founded in 2008, Cultivating Aspiring Leaders motivates, trains and supports high-potential teens and young adults to be active leaders, educators and mentors in their careers, families and communities. Our mission is to train students to contribute their professional knowledge and expertise through intergenerational mentoring, targeted skill-building, leadership training, and an emphasis on the importance of serving one’s community. For more information, please visit www.calfoundation.org. 

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Cultivating Aspiring Leaders Expands its Charles James Bate, M.D. Chairman’s Scholarship to Include Underserved Minorities

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders
244 Fifth Avenue, Suite C224
New York, NY 10001
Contact: media@calfoundation.org

New York, Friday, January 28, 2011 – Cultivating Aspiring Leaders has expanded its eligibility criteria for Charles James Bate, M.D. Chairman’s Scholarship applicants to include members of underserved minority groups, including African-Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans.  The scholarship provides medical students who 1) are members of an underserved minority group and 2) plan to provide medical services in underserved communities with financial assistance while in medical school. Scholarship recipients are each awarded $5,000.

To be eligible, applicants must:

1. have at least one parent that is a member of an underserved minority group (African-American, Latino, Native American)
2. be currently enrolled at an accredited medical school as a freshman, sophomore, or junior (recently admitted/upcoming freshmen may have to provide proof of enrollment);
3. have a GPA of 3.3, or the equivalent of a B+, or higher;
4. demonstrate a sincere desire to utilize one’s professional medical skills to serve underserved communities;
5. exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities, have strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate maturity and well-roundedness.

Check out Cultivating Aspiring Leaders’ website for CJB Chairman Scholarship criteria.

Applications are due March 30, 2011.  Apply here!

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About Cultivating Aspiring Leaders

Founded in 2008, Cultivating Aspiring Leaders motivates, trains and supports high-potential teens and young adults to be active leaders, educators and mentors in their careers, families and communities. Our mission is to train students to contribute their professional knowledge and expertise through intergenerational mentoring, targeted skill-building, leadership training, and an emphasis on the importance of serving one’s community. For more information, please visit www.calfoundation.org.

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Cultivating Aspiring Leaders is Accepting Applications for its Young Leaders Board!

Cultivating Aspiring Leaders
244 Fifth Avenue, Suite C224
New York, NY 10001
Contact: media@calfoundation.org

New York, Friday, February 18, 2011 – Cultivating Aspiring Leaders is seeking hard-working, results-driven professionals for its Young Leaders Board (YLB). CAL’s mission is to train high-potential teens and young adults who have demonstrated a passion for and willingness to give back to and be active leaders, educators, and mentors within their communities. CAL invites diverse, self-motivated professionals to apply to the YLB and help advance its mission through marketing, programmatic support, fundraising, and community outreach.

Involvement on the YLB will allow its members to:

1. Leverage their collective expertise and experiences to support a new organization committed to developing young leaders
2. Develop and improve their own leadership skills by building an organization with other YLB members, members of the Board of Directors, community leaders, and students
3. Cultivate new professional and personal skills while assisting the Board of Directors in areas outside of the YLB members’ professional expertise
4. Build their professional networks while working with other members of the YLB, Board of Directors, and Board of Advisors

YLB members will be required to:

1. Support CAL’s mission by leveraging professional networks and contacts, fundraising, and serving as liaisons between CAL and other community leaders and organizations
2. Attend regularly scheduled meetings, via conference call or in person
3. Lead or serve on at least one CAL committee
4. Serve on the host committee for at least one fundraiser each year

To apply, click here: http://www.calfoundation.org/nominate-apply/apply-to-join-our-leadership-team/.  Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2011.

If you have any questions, please email volunteer@calfoundation.org.

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About Cultivating Aspiring Leaders

Founded in 2008, Cultivating Aspiring Leaders motivates, trains and supports high-potential teens and young adults to be active leaders, educators and mentors in their careers, families and communities. Our mission is to train students to contribute their professional knowledge and expertise through intergenerational mentoring, targeted skill-building, leadership training, and an emphasis on the importance of serving one’s community. For more information, please visit www.calfoundation.org.

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