Running for Office By Governor Blaire Sambdman and Division 22 Lt. Governor Lindsay Brightwell

Do you want to take it a step further? You will learn more about Key Club Gain leadership experience Make new friends! Become immersed in Key Club as you make decisions about large events in our district Continue to improve clubs in our district Why Run for a District Office Position?

Lieutenant Governor Treasurer Statistical Secretary Secretary Governor Iolian Editor New Club Building & Reactivation Chair Technology Chair District Project Chair What Positions Are There?

Lieutenant Governor: – Talk to your current Lieutenant Governor! – Become a Candidate: Your Lt. Governor will hold a Divisional Council Meeting at which you can run for this position. – You will present a short speech at the election. – Two delegates from each club present will vote. How Do I Run for the Office I Want?

Executive Board Elected Positions: – Talk to current Executive Board members. – District Convention! – Become a Candidate: Look in the District Convention registration packet (distributed in February) and fill out all appropriate forms. – Be prepared to give several speeches! – Two delegates from each club will vote for the next officers at the House of Delegates. How Do I Run for the Office I Want?

Other Executive Board Positions – Iolian Editor: Are you creative? Do you like editing, creating templates, and writing articles? Become a Candidate: Look in the District Convention registration packet (distributed in February) and fill out an application. – Appointed Positions (The Chairs): Are you eager to improve our Key Club district but are not fond of speeches? Not elected District Governor will send out an application in April – You may hold an elected and an appointed position! How Do I Run for the Office I Want?

Check out our Top 10 Tips! Ask questions! Talk to your District Board, and learn more about the position you are running for. Don’t be a slacker! Be prepared when giving a speech, and remember that all board positions involve work. Get educated! Check out our district website, the District Guide, the District Mailings, and newsletters from your Lt. Governor. Have FUN! What Can I Do to Prepare?

Governor Blaire Sambdman – Cell: (815) – Division 22 Lt. Governor/District Convention Chair Lindsay Brightwell – Cell: (309) –  Look up your current District Board members on our Illinois-Eastern Iowa District website – Talk to Your Presenters!