OFFICIAL INVITATION DESERT COAST REGION 39TH ANNUAL SPRING CONFERENCE. Soroptimist International of the Americas. May 19 - May 21, 2017 TO THE

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1 Soroptimist International of the Americas OFFICIAL INVITATION TO THE DESERT COAST REGION 39TH ANNUAL SPRING CONFERENCE May 19 - May 21, 2017 HOTEL KARLAN A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

2 2017 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE Conference Coordinator, Printing & Signage Pat Origlieri, SI Vista & North County Inland Credentials and Elections & Hospitality Pat Whitacre, SI Poway Registration Myra Lau, CPA, SI Orange Conference Support Rita Gibbons Sterling, SI Orange Decorations Jeannie Hume, SI Poway & Barbara Bertran, SI North San Diego Finance Linda England, SI Poway Tibby Montgomery, SI Saddleback Valley Audio Visual Tina Firman, SI Orange Tibby Montgomery, SI Saddleback Valley Linda Richardson, SI Poway Trade Fair Thoralinda Soyland, SI Vista & North County Inland Workshops Laurel Lanham, SI Santa Fe Springs Summit Laurel Lanham, SI Santa Fe Springs Louann Gigante, SI Oceanside-Carlsbad Terry Rose, SI Huntington Beach Marilee Stefenhagen, SI Norwalk Cathy Standiford, SI Huntington Beach Program Susan Gilbey, SI Westminster

3 OFFICIAL INVITATION TO CONFERENCE The 39 th Annual Spring Conference of Desert Coast Region, Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc. is hereby called to meet at the Hotel Karlan; San Diego, California on May 19 to May 21, 2017, for the purpose of transacting such business as may be on the agenda or may properly come before the Conference body BOARD OF DIRECTORS Susan Gilbey, Governor Laurel Lanham, Governor-Elect Lisa Moore, Secretary Linda England, Treasurer Valeri Peters Wagner, District I Director Terry Rose, District II Director Genevieve Rohan, District III Director Louann Gigante, Parliamentarian

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Official Invitation to Conference... 1 Governor s Letter of Welcome... 3 Preliminary Conference Agenda Summit Information... 7 President s Checklist for Conference Deadlines... 8 Other Important Information... 9 Responsibilities of Club Delegates Delegate Credentials Form Registration Instructions Conference Registration Forms Workshop Descriptions Celebration of Life Volunteers Needed! Distinguished Soroptimist Club Giving Silent Auction Sponsorship Opportunities Conference Menu Trade Fair Region Service Project Hotel Reservations

5 January 2017 Desert Coast Region Soroptimist International of the Americas Dear Soroptimists, Friends and Guests: On behalf of the members of your Region Board and the Conference Planning Committee, I am delighted to invite you to If You Can DREAM It, You Can BE It, our 39th Annual Spring Conference. Susan Gilbey Governor Desert Coast Region governor@soroptimistdcr.org I am pleased to announce that SIA Director and Secretary Treasurer Virginia G. (Gigie) Peñalosa from SI Mandaluyong, Philippines Region will be our official federation visitor. She will bring us the latest news from federation, facilitate a workshop, and help us celebrate our award honorees, members, and clubs. On Friday, we are excited that once again we will present a pre-conference Soroptimist Summit, If She Can Dream It, Help Her Be It... the Next Steps. This Summit will provide your club with the tools and the confidence to deliver the content of the Dream It, Be It Program to girls in your communities. The Summit is designed to provide hands on experience that will kick-start your outreach efforts to this vulnerable group of girls, and feature inspiring speakers. The content is suitable for those who've never presented at a Dream It, Be It Session, as well as those with experience, but who want to hone their skills. So please join us for this important pre-conference event. Conference will officially open on Friday evening, and it promises to be an exciting few days! We'll welcome special guest speakers, learn from our outstanding workshop presenters, recognize the exceptional efforts of our clubs and members, and be inspired by the stories of our Live Your Dream Award honorees and their extraordinary journeys. We'll even have a first-ever Friday Night Movie, Popcorn & Pajama Party which promises to be an entertaining evening--especially as we'll have a contest for the best pj's and slippers. You ll love the resort-like setting of our Conference hotel, the free parking, on-line registration, and excellent room rate we ve arranged this year. So don t wait, 2017 s Spring Conference will be informative and lots of fun, so you won t want to miss out! So please mark your calendars for May 19 th to 21 st, and make a plan to join us at the Hotel Karlan, San Diego. If You Can Dream It, You Can Be It! Fondly, Governor Susan Desert Coast Region Soroptimist International of the Americas Soroptimist improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. 3

6 Thursday, May 18, 2017 Preliminary Conference Agenda 11:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Region Board Meeting & Healthy Region Discussion 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Conference Committee Reception (Off Site) Friday, May 19, :30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Trade Fair Set Up 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Trade Fair Open 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Conference & Summit Registration 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Summit & Lunch Soroptimist Summit If She Can Dream It, Help Her Be It... The Next Steps 3 p.m. 5 p.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Set Up 3 p.m. 7 p.m. Conference Registration Reception 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Outgoing Presidents Reception (by invitation) 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. No-host Member Reception 5:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Open Dare to Dream Official Opening to Conference 6:30 p.m. 8:45 p.m. Call to Order Welcome/Introductions Adoption of Official Program & Conference Rules Credentials Report Recognition of First-time Attendees Dinner Fundraising Committee 9:00p.m. 10:30 p.m. Movie, Pajamas & Popcorn! 4

7 Saturday, May 20, :30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Conference Registration 7:30 8:00 a.m. Teller Training 8:30 a.m. Delegate Briefing (if needed) 8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Open Region Business Meeting 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Business Meeting Flag Presentation Welcome/Introductions Credentials Report Morning Greeting Official Correspondence Recognition of First-time Attendees Treasurer s Report Official Visitor's Report Mission Support Committee Report 11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Celebration of Life 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Conference Registration Open 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Open Dream Weaver Luncheon 12:30 p.m. l:45 p.m. Welcome Back Recognition of First-time Attendees Lunch District Directors Reports Public Awareness Committee Report 2:00 p.m. 3:20 p.m. Workshops 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. District Meetings 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Conference Registration Open 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. No Host Member Reception & Entertainment 6 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Open 5

8 Dream On Dinner 6:30 p.m. 10 p.m. Welcome/Introductions Recognition of First-time Attendees Dinner Report from Membership Committee Distinguished Soroptimist Recognition Soroptimists Celebrating Success Awards Governor s Outstanding Member Service Awards Sunday, May 21, :30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Conference Registration 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Club Giving Silent Auction Open Follow that Dream Brunch 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Welcome/Introductions Procession of Award Honorees Recognition of First-time Attendees Brunch Live Your Dream Awards Presentation Keynote Speaker Dream It, Be It Program Report Club Giving Silent Auction Winners Adjournment 6

9 Soroptimist International Desert Coast Region is proud to present Invest in the dreams of girls! Through education and access to role models (us), girls will be empowered to pursue their career goals and reach their full potential. Together we will look at the challenges that clubs have identified to start a Dream It, Be It program and provide expertise in how to mentor teenage girls as well as how we can best help them to succeed in reaching their dreams. Join us Friday, May 19, a.m. 3 p.m. If She Can Dream It, Help Her Be It...The Next Steps Explore the issues and identify solutions Interactive table discussion your choice Panel discussion benefits & success stories Keynote Speaker Keren Taylor, Founder WriteGirl $35 Summit & Lunch To register: Complete Conference registration form by April 15, 2017 For more information contact: Laurel Lanham gov-elect@soroptimisdcrt.org Louann Gigante - parliamentarian@soroptimistdcr.org 7

10 PRESIDENT S CHECKLIST FOR CONFERENCE DEADLINES Item Deadline Mail/Send to: Conference Registration (pp ) April 15, 2017 Make checks payable to: Desert Tibby Montgomery Bellcroft Dr. Lake Forest, CA Delegate Credentials (p. 11) Conference Volunteers (p. 17) Celebration of Life Form (p. 16) Hotel Reservations (p. 24) Coast Region April 15, 2017 April 15, 2017 April 15, 2017 Send photo via in.jpg format. Original photos cannot be returned. April 15, dcrtibby@cox.net Pat Whitacre Credentials Coordinator Meknes St. San Diego, CA dist3pat@aol.com Pat Whitacre Meknes St. San Diego, CA dist3pat@aol.com Lisa Moore, Region Secretary 4334 Valle Dr. La Mesa, CA secretary@soroptimistdcr.org or by phone at , using group code SI5 Questions???? Contact Myra Lau Registration Chair dcrmyra@msn.com Silent Auction (p. 19) Distinguished Soroptimist of the Year (p. 18) Trade Fair Form (p. 22) On Line Registration April 15, 2017 April 15, form and photo in.jpg format. Original photos cannot be returned. April 15, 2017 April 15, 2017 Jennifer Fryhoff, Fundraising Chair Wellington Avenue Tustin, CA dist1.fryhoff@gmail.com Louann Gigante 930 Beverly Drive Vista, CA parliamentarian@soroptimistdcr.org Thoralinda Soyland 1250 S. Santa Fe Avenue, #10 Vista, CA thoralida.soyland@gmail.com 8

11 OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Registration Hours & Information Friday, May 19, 2017 Saturday, May 20, 2017 Sunday, May 21, :30 a.m. to11:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Each Soroptimist must pick up her own registration packet from the Registration area. Conference materials for all Desert Coast Region members will be filed by member name. Club Presidents and Delegates will pick up their registration materials and delegate credentials from the Delegate Registration area. Registration information for non-members will be available at the VIP, Honoree and Guest Registration area. Please remind all guests to check in during registration hours. Please remember that name badges are required for admittance to all sessions. Please remember to bring the appropriate meal ticket to each meal function. No one will be admitted to a meal function without a ticket. What Should I Bring to Conference? Invitation to Conference - make a copy for each club member attending copies are available at Lots of Enthusiastic Club Members Your Bolo (name tag or name tag holder, if you have one) Your Club s Live Your Dream Award Honorees Potential New Members Your Business Cards Cash & Checks to use at the Silent Auction, SIA products table and Trade Fair Bring a tote bag if desired as none will be provided Credentials Desert Coast Region Bylaws state: Article VI, Section 6.5. Each club shall be entitled to three (3) voting delegates at any Region meeting; the President, and two (2) delegates should be selected annually to serve in this capacity from among the members of the club. In addition, each member of the Region Board is entitled to one vote at the Region Conference. Attire Friday, May 19 th Afternoon Business Casual Evening Business & Pajamas & Fuzzy Slippers Saturday, May 20 th Morning/Afternoon Business Casual or Soroptimist Attire Evening Dressy or Cocktail Sunday, May 21 st Morning Business 9

12 RESPONSIBILITIES OF CLUB DELEGATES Designated club delegates should have a working knowledge of Soroptimist laws, Region Bylaws, the objectives and ideals of the organization, and experience as a member of a club board or committee. An understanding of parliamentary procedure and a spirit of goodwill and understanding will help the delegate, the club, and the Conference body. The Club President, who serves as a delegate and the leader of the club delegation, should: Allocate time at a business meeting to discuss proposed indices/resolutions and solicit club opinion or direction. Arrange with the other delegates for assigning sections of the report on Conference to be given to non-attending club members. As soon as possible after Conference, schedule time at a club meeting for delegates to present their reports. Prior to Conference Delegates should: Study the Invitation that indicates the tentative agenda listing business to be transacted, forums, workshops, and social events. Verify with Club President or Treasurer that Registration Forms and payment have been submitted for all attending members in a timely manner. Check in at the Delegates Registration to receive conference materials and delegate credentials. Determine which delegate will attend which workshop, etc. Bring Invitation to Conference, Region Bylaws & Soroptimist pin. During Conference Delegates should: Register promptly. Wear your name badge so others can identify you and your club. Attend the Delegate s Briefing as listed in the Conference Agenda (if scheduled). Be on time. Time schedules at Conference are important. Don t leave early. Guests invited to address the Conference body deserve consideration. Attend all sessions and take notes for precise reporting back to club. Vote with the club viewpoint in mind. After Conference Delegates should: Prepare a report to their club that may include action taken during the business meeting and the reason for each action. Discussion of awards - who won them and why? How can your club participate next year? Present their personal evaluation of the Conference and encourage increased club attendance at future meetings and conferences. 10

13 DELEGATE CREDENTIALS FORM Soroptimist International of District Please list the Delegates representing your club at Conference below. Delegates must be Regular Members in good standing. Upon arrival at Conference, Delegates must register at Delegates Registration table to receive their conference materials and voting card. Alternate Delegates may be substituted at Conference provided the Alternate Delegate registers at the Delegates Registration Table. President Delegate #1: Alternate: Delegate #2: Alternate: Delegate #3: Alternate: Mail the completed form by April 15, 2017 to: Pat Whitacre Credentials Coordinator Meknes St. San Diego, CA

14 INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2017 DESERT COAST REGION SPRING CONFERENCE Attendance and Meal Registration Forms This year, there is an option for individuals to register online at or for clubs to send in one check with the registration forms for their members. Please avoid having individual members mailing in their registration. Remember to include any guests, such as Live Your Dream Award recipients, family members, spouses, etc. We want to give the honorees and their guests priority seating, therefore it is important to check with your honoree as to how many guests they are bringing. Please print clearly or type when filling out the registration forms. Be sure to include the name of your club s contact person, and telephone number in case we need to reach you. For each person being registered, be sure to indicate the following, if applicable: 1. Whether they are a First-time attendee to a Desert Coast Region Spring Conference. 2. The type of Registration under which they are attending (i.e. Honoree, Guest). Please note: If your club has Live Your Dream Award recipient(s) attending, your club is responsible to pay for meals and any lodging expenses for the honoree. There is no registration fee for honorees or guests. It is up to your club to decide if you host the honoree s guests, or expect them to pay, but you must include the guests on a timely mailed registration form. 3. For each registrant, indicate the meal function(s) they plan to attend and whether they wish a regular (X), vegetarian (VEG) or special needs (SP) meal. Indicate the specific special needs so that we may coordinate with the hotel. 4. Indicate the registration fee. NOTE: Registration fees for the Club President and two delegates were already paid with your Region dues. For these attendees, you only need to pay for their meals, NOT additional registration fees. For all other Soroptimists, the Full Registration Fee is $75 and the One Day Registration Fee is $30. If a member is attending more than one day, they should pay the Full Registration Fee. For registrations received after April 15, 2017, there is an additional $50 late fee per member, whether Full or One Day. There are no registration fees for non-soroptimists, however timely registration of honorees and their guests is required if they are to receive reserved seating (by April 15 th ). After May 1st you will only be able to register on-site, subject to availability, and for an additional late fee of $100, so please don t be late! 5. The Registration Fee is NOT required to attend the Summit, including Friday lunch 6. Total the amount of meal and registration (if applicable) fees in the far right column of the Registration Detail page. Make check payable to Desert Coast Region. Send both the Summary Page and the Registration Detail along with payment to: Tibby Montgomery, Bellcroft Dr., Lake Forest, CA If you have any questions, please contact: Myra Lau, Conference Registration Chair, dcrmyra@msn.com 12

15 2017 DCR SPRING CONFERENCE REGISTRATION DETAIL Soroptimist International of Deadline: April 15, 2017 Type/Print Name Clearly (as you would like your name badge to read) Bring your bolo nametag holders and a tote bag. All attendees will receive a conference folder. Bolos will be provided to all first time attendees and replacements are available for $5 each at the Registration desk. Club President Club Delegate First Time Attendees Laurel Society Laurel Legacy Live Your Dream Honoree Guest* Mark X for Regular, VEG for Vegetarian or SP for Special Needs described below Friday Lunch. SUMMIT $35 Friday Dinner $55 Saturday Lunch $35 Saturday Dinner $55 Sunday Brunch $30 Registration and Late Fee (see instructions) X Prepaid $ X Prepaid $ X Prepaid $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Total $ Amount: Registration, Late Fees and Meals *GUESTS Non-Soroptimist guests are not subject to registration fee and will pay for meals only. SPECIAL NEEDS: List below attendee s name and any special diet restrictions or allergies. 13

16 2017 DESERT COAST REGION SPRING CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE AND MEAL REGISTRATION SUMMARY PAGE Soroptimist International of Club Address: Registration Recap Quantity Contact Person Contact Phone Contact Mail Forms with Checks attached to QUESTIONS? Tibby Montgomery Bellcroft Dr. Lake Forest, CA Myra Lau Conference Registration Chair Full Registration $75 x $ (See instructions) One-Day Registration $30 x $ Late Fee (after 4/15/17) $50 x $ Late Fee (after 5/1/17) $100 x $ Meals: Friday Lunch $35 x $ Friday Dinner $55 x $ Saturday Lunch $35 x $ Saturday Dinner $55 x $ Sunday Brunch $30 x $ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $ Make Check Payable to DESERT COAST REGION 14

17 SPRING CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS Saturday Afternoon, May 20, 2017 SI of Mandaluyong - Makes an International Impact for Women and Girls Presented by Virginia V. Peñalosa, SIA Director Making a Bigger Difference for Women and Girls Presented by Dana Bristol-Smith, Executive Director of Leap to Success Learn about the exciting programs that SI Mandaluyong are undertaking to ensure women in their community receive the skills and training they need. The first program for disadvantaged women, provides training in housekeeping services that allows for employment opportunities in residences, condominiums and hotels. Their Tech-Voc Assist Program allows girls to pursue technical or vocational training, and was recognized with an SIA grant, as well as receiving a scholarship grant from one of the top corporations in the Philippines. Visit this workshop if you want to learn what SIA members in the Philippines are doing to ensure women and girls obtain economic and social empowerment. You joined Soroptimist because you wanted to connect with like-minded women to help empower other women specifically those who haven t had the same advantages in life. In this interactive presentation, you ll learn about real women in our community and how mentorship and caring has helped them overcome obstacles, believe in their own abilities and move forward in life. You ll gain a few tools and brush up your skills to be better able to connect with women from all walks of life. You ll be energized with new inspiration and an action plan of ideas of how to use your own skills and talents to benefit your club and enhance the lives of women and girls in our community. Live Your Dream How Far Have We Come? How Far Can We Go? Presented by Louann Gigante, DCR Program Chair & Terry Rose, District II Director As a Region and a Federation, we have grown the Live Your Dream Program over the past few years, but we can do more. In this workshop you will discover how you can enhance your club s Live Your Dream Program through ideas for better recruitment, ways to stay in touch with your honorees, and how you can go beyond the cash award. Learn how to Make this Signature Program, your Signature Program! 15

18 CELEBRATION OF LIFE A celebration of life will be held during the business meeting on Saturday, May 20, 2017 to honor and celebrate the lives of Soroptimist members who have passed away since May Please complete this form with a brief description of the deceased member's club accomplishments and a photo of the member to be included in our presentation that day. Photos should be sent as attachments (in.jpg format) - original photos cannot be returned. Please type or print information clearly. Name of Deceased # of Years as a Member Charter Member Date of Death Description of Accomplishments/Comments: Submitted by: Soroptimist International of Contact Address: Contact Phone: Please submit by April 15, 2017, this form and photo in.jpg format to: Lisa Moore, Region Secretary 4334 Valle Dr. La Mesa, CA secretary@soroptimistdcr.org

19 WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!! Volunteers are needed to help make the 2017 SPRING CONFERENCE THE BEST EVER!! Please check the box next to the area you would like to help: REGISTRATION We need courteous, well-organized folks to make registration for the Soroptimist Summit and Spring Conference a pleasant experience for all. GREETER Happy, friendly folks to greet attendees, provide directions to registration and meeting rooms, and make everyone feel welcome. SET-UP/BREAK DOWN Help set up Trade Fair, post signage, assist setting decorations on the tables and set-up prior to meal functions, hand out gifts for first time attendees and move materials from storage areas to meeting rooms. FLOATER- Other duties as assigned someone who is flexible and available to do whatever is needed. DCR CLUB GIVING SILENT AUCTION Help set up club silent auction items and assist with the silent auction throughout the conference. Must be flexible with time. DCR TABLE MONITOR We could use a few folks to monitor the DCR Table and help sell Soroptimist items during the conference break times. Some of the times will be different than those shown below. MUST BE REGISTERED FOR CONFERENCE TO VOLUNTEER Please check the times that are most convenient for you to volunteer during the event: DAYS/TIMES 7:30-9:00 AM FRIDAY N/A 5/19 SATURDAY 5/20 9:00-11:30 AM N/A 11:30AM-1:00 PM N/A 3:00-4:30 PM 4:30-6:30 PM SUNDAY 5/21 N/A N/A Please PRINT carefully: Name: SI of Daytime Phone: Cell Phone: For questions or to sign up as a conference volunteer, please contact: Pat Whitacre, dist3pat@aol.com or Deadline: April 15,

20 Distinguished Soroptimist of the Year Each club has that special member who is just that bit more committed to our mission of improving the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Whether her forté is fundraising, member recruitment, commitment to club programs, or just her special way with members and those we assist, make sure to honor your Distinguished Soroptimist of the Year with this award. Please submit one name per club, with a.jpeg photo, and a short explanation of what makes this member the heart and soul of your club. Distinguished Soroptimists will receive special recognition on Saturday evening, May 20th, so please encourage their attendance. Nominee's Name: Club Name: Send to: Louann Gigante, Parliamentarian 930 Beverly Drive Vista, CA parliamentarian@soroptimistdcr.org Original photographs will not be returned Deadline: April 15,

21 The Fundraising Committee Presents The 2017 Desert Coast Region CLUB GIVING SILENT AUCTION Not only will we tell women that If You Can Dream It You Can Be It, We will show them, too. Calling all Clubs! - We want your donated gift basket for the Annual Desert Coast Region Spring Conference this year! -Create a fun, engaging, basket that represents the energy and spirit of realizing dreams. - This basket may be delivered at Conference or you may arrange to drop it off before May 19 th. -All money raised from each club s basket will go towards their Club Giving for the year. -Suggested basket value is $150. -Funds from Club Giving support our Signature Programs, locally and throughout our Federation. To learn more, go to members/fundraising/club-giving.html. CLUB: CONTACT: PHONE: Please submit this application, no later than April 15th. to Fundraising Committee Chair, Jennifer Fryhoff at dist1.fryhoff@gmail.com. Call or text me at (714) with any questions. Basket drop address is: Jennifer Fryhoff, Wellington Ave., Tustin, CA PLEASE RETURN TO FUNDRAISING CHAIR Baskets may be dropped off with District Reps as well or they may be delivered the first day of the Conference for set up. Jennifer Wellington Ave. Tustin, CA VALUE: NAME OF BASKET: DUE April 15th WHEN/WHERE WILL ITEM BE DELIVERED: DESCRIPTION BASKET ITEMS: 19

22 BECOME A SPRING CONFERENCE SPONSOR for the LIVE YOUR DREAM AWARDS Soroptimist International Desert Coast Region is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, committed to improving the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. At our annual Spring Conference, May 19 to 21, 2017, we plan to present cash awards and computers to our Live Your Dream recipients. We ask that you help sponsor these awards. A highlight of conference each year is meeting recipients of our Live your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women. These awards assist women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families, by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. We plan to present two cash awards to supplement the four cash awards provided by Soroptimist International of the Americas. We also want to present laptop computers to the six Region Live Your Dream recipients. To become a Desert Coast Region Spring Conference Sponsor, please send your donation payable to Desert Coast Region to the address shown below by April 15, Your contributions are greatly appreciated. DREAMER LEVEL SPONSOR......$100 - $499 Sponsor recognition listing in program BELIEVER LEVEL SPONSOR $500 - $999 Preferred seating at Spring Conference Sponsor recognition listing in program ACHIEVER LEVEL SPONSOR $1,000 or more VIP seating at Spring Conference Sponsor recognition listing in program Please make check payable to Desert Coast Region and send by April 15, 2017 to: Linda England, DCR Treasurer Riverbend Court Poway, CA

23 MENU SELECTIONS Friday Summit Lunch Roasted Breast of Turkey Sandwich Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Garlic Aioli, Artisan Roll Chips, Fruit, Doubletree Cookie & Bottled Water Friday Dinner Salad, Rolls, Butter, Grilled Pacific Salmon with Creamy Pesto Seasonal Vegetables, Chef's Starch Choice Dessert Iced Tea, Coffee & Selection of Hot Teas Saturday Lunch Southwest Steak Salad Dessert Ice Tea, Coffee & Selection of Hot Teas Saturday Dinner Salad, Rolls, Butter Oven Roasted Herb Marinated Chicken, with Citrus Reduction Seasonal Vegetables, Chef's Starch Choice Dessert Iced Tea, Coffee & Selection of Hot Teas Sunday Brunch Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Breakfast Potatoes, Mini Croissants, Sweet Butter, Fruit Preserves, Orange Juice, Coffee & Selection of Hot Teas All Vegetarian/Gluten-free substitutions TBD 21

24 TRADE FAIR VENDOR APPLICATION Dates/Hours: Set-Up, 5/19/2017 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Location: Hotel Karlan Penasquitos Drive San Diego, CA RESERVE YOUR TABLE NOW - Sell your treasures and raise money for your club or business. All items and businesses are welcome. Booth space is limited and is available on a First Come-First Served basis. Booth consists of 1-6 draped table and 2 chairs Contact Name and Business (If Vendor Booth) Soroptimist Club (if applicable) Address YES SIGN ME UP! Phone Vendor Fees (Circle One) $50.00 Soroptimist Club (For Service Projects) $ Soroptimist Members marketing their business or Non-Soroptimist Vendors Description of items being sold or business type Please make checks payable to Desert Coast Region, complete registration form and mail with full payment to: Thoralinda Soyland 1250 S. Santa Fe Avenue, #10 Vista, CA Deadline April 15, 2017, after which a $25 additional charge will apply 22

25 2017 Desert Coast Region Service Project Be an Angel By Supporting our Communities Grocery store gift cards can help fill the gaps in basic needs for low income families while movie tickets can provide incentive to go the extra mile. Gas cards are lifesavers, especially beneficial to women in school who need transportation assistance, or you can think about treating a Mom who's balancing home, a job, kids and school with a gift card for a meal out. Clubs and individuals are invited to purchase gift cards which will be donated to EOPS* & other agencies within our Region. Each gift card earns one drawing entry *Extended Opportunity Programs & Services Suggested gift cards include: Gas Cards Target, Walmart, Kohls Vons, Ralphs, Food 4 Less, Albertsons Rubios, Soup Plantation, Starbucks, Subway $10 to $25 denominations recommended Questions, contact: Louann Gigante parliamentarian@soroptimistdcr.org 23

26 HOTEL RESERVATIONS Hotel Karlan, a Doubletree Hilton A slice of Paradise nestled in the Foothills of Carmel Highlands DIRECTIONS Double Queen & Single King Rooms $135 per night (plus tax) Complimentary overnight self-parking Complimentary in-room high speed internet connection The deadline for reservations is April 15, 2017 so book your room now! You can book online through the DCR website ( or at , using group code SI5. From Interstate 15 North - Carmel Mountain Road Exit, turn left. Turn right on Penasquitos Drive. Hotel is on the right-hand side. From Interstate 15 South - Carmel Mountain Road Exit, turn right. Turn right on Penasquitos Drive. Hotel is on the right-hand side. 24

27 NOTES

28 Our Vision: Women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams Our Mission: Soroptimist improves the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment Core Values: Soroptimist International of the Americas is committed to: Gender Equality - Women and girls live free from discrimination Empowerment - Women and girls are free to act in their own best interest Education - Women and girls deserve to lead full and productive lives through access to education Diversity & Fellowship - Women from varied backgrounds and perspectives work together to improve the lives of women and girls