1. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRICT

2. The Purpose of the District
As a district of Exchange, your purpose is clear.

3. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRICT
Article 1: Purposes
Section 1. The purpose of the district shall be to strive for the attainment of the ideals and purposes of the National Exchange Club by:
Building of Local Exchange Clubs
Increasing fellowship between clubs within the district.
Strengthening established clubs
Promoting the participation of local Exchange Clubs in the Programs of Service of The National Exchange Club.
DISTRICT BYLAWS
Section 1. The purpose of the district shall be to….
strive for the attainment of the ideals and purposes of the National Exchange Club by:
Building of Local Exchange Clubs
Increasing fellowship between clubs within the district.
Strengthening established clubs
D.Promoting the participation of local Exchange Clubs in
the Programs of Service of The National Exchange Club.

4. EXCHANGE DISTRICTS & REGIONS
BUILDING CLUBS
Districts throughout the US and Puerto Rico, all work with the same purpose… to strengthen America utilizing our; Unity for Service Motto.
Engaging all members of your district by involving all district and regional officers.
Be persistent!
EXCHANGE DISTRICTS & REGIONS

5. Unity is the essential component that keeps Exchange together!
BUILDING CLUBS
Sustainability is about ensuring a better quality of life for everyone now and for generations to come.
Unity is the essential component that keeps Exchange together!
CLUB – DISTRICT -- NATIONAL
Sustainability – to keep in existence, to provide for, to support, to affirm validity
A collective passion is the reason we are all here.
Everyone working together within the same context adds to the sustainability of Exchange.

6. FELLOWSHIP
Connecting where there is no connection – Means clubs that have not been contacted or visited.
Sharpen your senses…to be aware of what’s going on in the District.
What you don’t have in place -- needs to be changed.
For example, Article 13 committees -- does your budget align with Article 1 purposes?
Is your budget being driven by Article 1 purposes? -- If not, NCB committee -- then no discussion at Board meeting or no line item in budget to support NCB.

7. FELLOWSHIP
Build relationships within district and region. --
Engage clubs!
Make membership meaningful with high impact.
Are your clubs well known in their community?
You, as District President, can showcase clubs, recognize them for their contributions, create a new focus – Engagement.
That’s how you engage -- Leverage all members.

8. Now is the time to re-engage all clubs and members in your district.
FELLOWSHIP
Change is one constant. We will look different next year, and years to come.
It is important to understand that intentional change takes time. Be prepared for resistance – it’s the nature of people.
Now is the time to re-engage all clubs and members in your district.

9. Exchange Clubs add Value
STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Exchange Clubs add Value
Help clubs define true value.
Will people see value in Exchange?
Promote and share the value -- encourage clubs to utilize communication and needs assessment to keep programs and projects current and relevant.
If not providing value, change course or update and refresh current items.

10. Steps to Success STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Leaders must know what your weaknesses are and instead of denying them, you work together and highlight strengths to overcome weaknesses.
Constantly change the landscape for new opportunities, to provide solutions to changes found in the opportunities –
See the need and fill it.
Later during this conference you will see leadership presentations which will challenge you to continue enhancing your skills as a leader to assist you successfully in guiding your District.
Understand you have to be better tomorrow than you are today. Day after day, week after week, month after month, you build deep alliances.

11. Talents STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Succession planning and talent succession. Select people based on strengths and interest.
Followers – put their skills to good use. Initiate change.
Visits – what to do if no one visits? Do you have a plan? Send the right person.
Hold people accountable for lackluster performance.
Observe – coaches remove players who don’t follow rules.

12. Your role STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Make sure everyone understands the role of the district. Article 1 purposes and why it is essential to sustaining Exchange.
Our…Unity for Service
Our…Core values: Family, Community and Country
Do you understand your role?
---- If not, you will by the time you leave
The relationship between you as leaders and the club is the engine that drives…….…A collective passion.
Take tangible steps to create it, develop a new focus on relationships and how it should feel.

13. GOAL ! Goals should be driven by bylaws – purpose of the district.
STRENGTHEN CLUBS
GOAL !
Goals should be driven by bylaws – purpose of the district.
Importance of short term vs. long term goals.
Set realistic, practical goals and follow up.

14. Time to put the wheels in motion now!
STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Time to put the wheels in motion now!
Passion can be defined as commitment to something you love so much you would drive hours and hours, and talk to members about, for free.
It’s about running with a purpose.
Everyone understands the end goal?

15. Celebrate Success STRENGTHEN CLUBS
Cheers to you! Celebrate your success! You left your district in a better place!
You laid a solid foundation for future success and leadership.
Why do you think celebrating your success is important? -- And when should you celebrate?
Learn from the results. -- Be flexible.
Evaluate your progress and adjust as necessary.

16. STRENGTHEN CLUBS
You must present yourself in a positive light with energy. Be conscious of the way you speak and dress, what you reference and how you reference it.
Everything you do as leaders in regards to meetings, newsletters and s is now created around our common theme: -- Unity for Service.
Stephen Covey says “the main thing is to keep the main thing, the main thing.”

17. Unity for Service Living Exchange – unity for service.
PROGRAMS OF SERVICE
Unity for Service
Living Exchange – unity for service.
Exchange mission is our product.
How do you connect with people? -- Reach out and be proactive, leading with the mission.
WHY are you doing this?

18. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRICT
Chart the Course
In conclusion, we want to add value and Our Values, which are Family, Community and Country.
Leaders must create an environment that encourages members to share information. Exchanging our good fortunes! Members are the clubs, clubs are the districts, together we make The National Exchange Club.
This will build relationships and help clarify the role each member plays.
This is what makes us unique, allows us to share our story and re-engage all the clubs in the district.

19. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRICT
Communication
Communication throughout your district must be frequent and valuable.
Approach and connect. -- What is important?
Connect via core values and mission.
If clubs are off track, get them back via mission and core values.

20. PROGRAMS OF SERVICE
We must work together to make a stronger America one community at a time!!!

21. PROGRAMS OF SERVICE
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24. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRICT
---Unity for Service!

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