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National Convention January 19-21, 2023 Kingsport, TN

Ruritan 2023 National Convention Welcome to the 91st Annual Ruritan National Convention at the MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center January 19 - 21, 2023

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2023 Ruritan National Convention National President’s Message..................................................... 4 Convention Program Chair’s Message........................................ 5 Convention Sponsors.. ............................................................. 6-7 Wednesday Events...................................................................... 8 Thursday Events. . ............................................................. 9-10 First Timer Event. .......................................................................10 Thursday Workshops…........................................................ 11-13 Wine Tasting Event.....................................................................12 Noli Express (open for lunch).. .................................................. 13 Opening and Flag Ceremony..................................................... 14 Program Sponsor....................................................................... 15 Rudy Bear Drop for Niswonger Hospital.....................................16 Program Sponsor....................................................................... 17 Friday Events............................................................................. 18 Friday Workshops................................................................. 18-23 Friday Business Meeting. ...................................................... 24 First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon.. ........................................ 25-26 Voting Information...................................................................... 26 County Fair.. .............................................................................. 27 Program Sponsors................................................................ 28-35 Saturday Business Meeting. ............................................. 36-37 Noli Express (open for breakfast and lunch).............................. 37 Marsh Blood Drive. ............................................................... 38 Saturday Workshops.. .......................................................... 39-42 Saturday Installation Banquet.................................................... 43 Entertainment. ........................................................................... 44 Hotel Diagram............................................................................ 45 Program Sponsors. .......................................................... 46-48 Exhibitors/Vendors................................................................ 49-52 Sunday Worship Service.. ......................................................... 53 Ballot Items. .................................................................... 54-57 Candidates. . ................................................................... 58-65 Election Results Worksheet....................................................... 66 2022 National Board of Directors.......................................... 67-68 Foundation Trustees.................................................................. 69 Convention Committees.. ..................................................... 70-71 General Information................................................................... 72 Official Business Agenda ...................................................... 73-75

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National President’s Message

Linda and I would like to welcome RURITANS to the MeadowView Con ference Resort and Convention Center in Kingsport, TN for our 2023 National Convention. It is so great to have you in our home area. Linda and I live 22 miles from here on the Virginia side. As we have traveled across this great Ruritan land, we have met the most wonderful people who make up our great organization. The hearts and souls of our members are all focused on making our communities a better place to live and work. The Convention Program Chair and committee, the Leadership Development Committee, the Events Coordinator and staff, plus many others have worked diligently to bring you the best conven tion possible. This convention gives us a time to obtain new ideas to take home and implement, meet new friends, rekindle old friendships and celebrate our achievements over the past year. First Timers are wearing a green ribbon. Please make a point to welcome them and talk to them. They may become that friend you will look for ward to seeing in the future. I would like to say thank you for allowing me to serve as your National President. Together we have accomplished much, but there is so much more to be done. We own our future and it is up to us to carry our great organization forward. Carry forward and continue to build your clubs with new members and make an ex tra effort for other communities to have the same opportunity. Go into these communities and help them to form a club of their own. With Ruritan guidance their community can and will thrive.

As our 2022 slogan says, we are ONE TEAM, ONE DIRECTION: UP!

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Convention Chair’s Message

Welcome to Kingsport, TN and your 2023 Ruritan National Convention! I started promoting the convention

last year by referring to it as our Ruritan Family Reunion. Family reunions are about seeing those you have not seen for a while and, perhaps, meeting family you have not ever met. But most of all having good fellowship and fun! Those you may not have met may be our first-time convention attendees. They are identified with a green tag on their name badge. Be sure to welcome them. The convention program committee, National Office Staff, and many of our dedicated volunteers, have spent many long hours planning and preparing to make this a great convention for each of you. We have an outstanding opening highlighted by U.S. Army Veteran, Ricky Davis along with an inspirational flag ceremony, business sessions, lots of workshops, First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon with illusionist Joseph Young, foundation auctions, County Fair and our installation banquet featuring comedian Jeff Allen. We hope that you will have a lot of fun and laugh a lot! We will conduct our Ruritan business to celebrate our 2022 successes and prepare for 2023. Thank you to President Glen and First Lady Linda for leading us through a successful and transitional year with our new Executive Director Sarah Kelly as One Team, One Direction – UP! If the committee can be of any assistance during the convention, please do not hesitate to ask. In addition, our Ambassadors and Board of Directors are all available to assist or answer any questions you may have. Thanks for being a part of our celebration! 2023 Convention Program Committee Rick Poff - 1999 National President and Convention Chair Glen Broadwater – 2022 National President

Reggie Wine – President’s Aide Sarah Kelly – Executive Director Crystal Andrews - Events Coordinator

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*Convention Sponsors*

Homeworx+ Convention Sponsor

$650

First Lady Favors sponsored by the Southwest Va District

$500

Greeneville High School Band performance sponsored by Pat Davis

$300

$500

Sponsored Podium Centerpiece

President Elect Favors sponsored by the Westmoreland County Club

$100

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*Convention Sponsors* President-Elect Favors sponsored by the Chesapeake District $500

Flag Ceremony sponsored by the New River District Military Care Cards Exhibit Booth R. Scott Carr, CPM

$250

The R. Scott Carr Investment Group of Wells Fargo Advisors $250

Registration Bags Gannett Fleming

$2,000

Shopping Bags Shumsky

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WEDNESDAY

Board of Directors Meeting 1 - 5 p.m. Bloomingdale Ruritan Club Nominating Committee Meeting with Candidates 5 - 6 p.m.

All candidates should attend. Boone & Cherokee Rooms Ruritan Information Booth;Registration;Vendor Booths Ruritan Supply;Foundation Auctions 5 - 7 p.m. Grand Ballroom Chair Meeting with Thursday Participants 7 - 8 p.m. Bays Mountain Boardroom Ambassador Committee Meeting 8 - 9 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Foundation Trustee Meeting 8:30 - 10 p.m. Blue Ridge Boardroom

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THURSDAY

Registration 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Grand Ballroom Vendor Booths 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Grand Ballroom Candidate Tables 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Grand Ballroom Silent Auction 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Grand Ballroom Ruritan Supply

Stop by the Grand Ballroom to check out all of our vendors, candidates, auction items, and Ruritan Supply!

You’ll be glad you did!

THURSDAY

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Grand Ballroom Individual District Governor, Lt. Governor, and Candidate Pictures 7:15 - 7:45 a.m. Exhibit Booth Grand Ballroom 2022 District Governors and Outgoing Board Members Breakfast with the President 7:45 - 8:45 a.m. MeadowView Ballroom A 2023 District Governors Training Breakfast All 2023 Governors must attend. 7:45 - 8:45 a.m. MeadowView Ballroom B At 9:00 a.m. training will start in the Crockett Amphitheatre

and last until noon.

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THURSDAY

Youth Room 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Scott Room *2 p.m - Bracelet and Necklace Craft *4 p.m - Escape Room

APNP (Association of Past National Presidents) 10 - 12 p.m (inclusive of lunch)

Blue Ridge Board Room Flag Ceremony Practice 12 - 2 p.m Convention Center A

First Time Convention Attendees Welcome Reception 2 - 4 p.m. Cattails Ballroom

Meet past and present National and District officers, as well as Keynote Speaker Ricky Davis, who is also a first timer. Ricky says, “I look forward to meeting you and lead ing you through a ‘get to know each other’ speed network ing exercise.” Learn how to make the most of your National Convention Experience!

Individual Candidate, District Governor, and Lt. Governors Pictures 4:30 - 5 :30 p.m. Exhibit Booth Grand Ballroom Chair Meeting with Friday Participants 10 - 11 p.m Bays Mountain Boardroom

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THURSDAY WORKSHOPS

Things To Do and See in Tennessee 2 - 3 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Lara Potter

Learn about the sites and activities in Kingsport and hear about Bellafina Chocolate’s community service project. American Flag Etiquette 2 - 3 p.m. Boone/Cherokee Wally Hudson This workshop encompasses everyday household knowledge of common courtesies and measures of respect for “Old Glory”, commonly known as the Flag of the United States of America. It will give a brief and basic history of how the Flag became known as the primary symbol of the United States of America and the best-known symbol of freedom all over the world. It will enhance your knowledge of the known and many unknown aspects as to what is respectful and that which is not to our Flag. Complete Overview of MMS 3 - 4 p.m. Meadowview Ballroom C/D Linda Krause A guided tour of the Member Management System (MMS) will include all the pages and features available in this very comprehensive internet application for managing Ruritan business at the individual, club, district, and zone levels. The tour is suitable for all levels of users, including beginners and mentor/trainers. A quick-start user guide and other information will be available. No personal devices are needed. Bylaws 3 - 4 p.m. Holston/Watauga Dennis Bagnell, George Brothers, Ron Reid

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THURSDAY WORKSHOPS

AWARDS, AWARDS, and More AWARDS! 3 - 4 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Roy Wallen, Becky Lane, Cassandra Flanagan

Are you familiar with all the awards that are offered to Ruritan members? Come join us and learn all the ways Ruritans can receive awards. Wine Tasting Event 3 - 5 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom B Good Water Winery (Tastings typically last 15 minutes.)

It’s a Date! Online Engagement 4 - 5 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom A Barbara Jo Newton

Hosting a meeting means you can see and hear but cannot touch. Who cares?! As long as we get to meet. Invite, remind, and then educate. But please do not be boring!! Member Management System (MMS) Open Lab 4 - 5 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Linda Krause Bring your own personal device for an individualized experience in setting up your account, exploring MMS using the materials and information gained from the Complete Overview of MMS Workshop (highly recommended as a prerequisite) and/or surfing on your own through live on-line features available to you in your account. This is a choose-your-own adventure workshop. Bylaws to Receive Delegates 4 - 5 p.m. Holston/Watauga Dennis Bagnell, George Brothers, Ron Reid

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THURSDAY WORKSHOPS

Add Spice to your Club Meeting 4 - 5 p.m. Boone/Cherokee Larry Bowman

Club meetings don’t need to be boring, we can do business and have a good time. Let’s get together and discuss how we can add spice to our meetings. Crafting for a Cause – Turn Your Passion into a Project! 4 - 5 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Team of Crafters Do you paint, crochet, knit, bake, or sew? Join us for an interac tive discussion on ways to turn your crafting into a project that will benefit a cause in your community. We will have a panel of crafty crafters to facilitate the discussion on how you can turn your passion into a project! We are inviting all participants to bring an example of their work as well as how you are using it to reach others. We will gather the projects and distribute them in Kingsport as we celebrate Ruritan together. Noli Express will be open for lunch on Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. chicken tender plate $9 cheeseburger plate $8 hot dog plate $7 INCLUDES DRINK AND A SIDE ITEM Noli Express

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. Opening and Flag Ceremony Convention Center A 6:30 p.m. Presiding: Executive Director Sarah Kelly and Past National Director Susan Greisz

Welcome Susan Greisz Sarah Kelly America Donna Poulton, National Director Invocation Chuck Myers, Past National Director Past National Presidents Introduction Susan Greisz Presentation of the National President Rick Poff, 1999 National President The president’s escorts tonight are daughters Jennifer Kingery and Nana McKinney. Welcome Glen Broadwater, 2022 National President Introduction of Speaker Susan Greisz Memorial/Vespers/Veterans Speaker Ricky Davis Introduction of Gold Star Mother Jeannette Poston Susan Greisz Flag Ceremony Anne Hillard, Past National Director Pledge All Ruri-Teens and Ruritan youth in attendance Closing Sarah Kelly

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As the only children’s hospital in the region, Niswonger Children’s Hospital offers state-of-the-art medical care in a family-centered environment. The hospital is cheerful and bright and is designed to let children receive excellent care in a light-filled, supportive and high-tech environment. Pictured is National President Glen Broadwater with grandson, Connor. Connor was a patient at Niswonger as a newborn, and was treated as an outpatient for another 1 1/2 years. Purchase a Rudy Bear for the Rudy Bear Drop to benefit the patients of Niswonger Children’s Hospital! Rudy Bear Drop

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The Rye Valley Ruritan Club is still going strong since 1951 ! FELLOWSHIP GOODWILL COMMUNITY SERVICE *Program Sponsor*

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FRIDAY

Noli Express (near Convention Center A) will be open from 6:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. offering breakfast sand wiches, muffins, cakes, bread, and beverages.

Candidate Tables 8 - 12 p.m. Grand Ballroom

Voting Certification ends at 12 p.m. See the Registration Desk to be properly credentialed. Delegates with a WHITE name badge will be able to vote immediately after the First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon. If you are not attending the lunch, please come to Convention Center A to cast your ballot immediately after the First Lady’s Event. Ballots will be passed out after the program.

Ruritan Information Booth; Registration; Vendor Booths; Ruritan Supply 8 - 5 p.m. (closed during the First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon) Grand Ballroom Foundation Silent Auction 8 - 12 p.m. Grand Ballroom Foundation Live Auction 5 - 8 p.m. Grand Ballroom County Fair 8 - 10 p.m Cattails Ballroom Chair Meeting with Saturday’s

Participants 10 - 11 p.m. Bays Mountain Boardroom

FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

Youth Room 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Scott Room *11 a.m. - Scavenger Hunt (Who is Ruritan?) *3:30 p.m. - Lego Contest

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FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

Lt. Governor 11 - 12 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom A

The Ruritan Fun Guys AKA Gary Taylor and Jimmy Bristow. We are eggcited to present the duties, responsibilities, and adventures of the Lt. Governor! Come to the Lt. Governor’s workshop and get cracked up and eggstatic about Ruritan! We look forward to seeing you at this workshop. We appreciate it! Ruritan Finances 11 - 12 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom B Sarah Kelly, David Thompson, Budget & Finance Committee A conversation about the 2022 Financial picture as outlined in the Annual Report. Club Directors – You are the Eyes and Ears of Your Club 11 - 12 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Millard and Marty Thacker Club Directors – Get a Jump Start. This workshop will familiarize you with the duties and responsibilities of a Club Director. It will teach you why you are a critical spoke in the large wheel of LEADERSHIP. It will provide you with a view of where you fit in the bigger picture of your club, your district

FRIDAY

and Ruritan National. Future Candidates 11 - 12 p.m. Holston/Watauga Cassandra Flanagan

Do you have what it takes to be the next member of the National Board? Come learn what is expected of an individual running for Ruritan National Office.

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FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

In The Know - Club Secretary Toolkit 11 - 12 p.m.

Boone/Cherokee Robin Davenport The essential tools that each Club Secretary needs. American Flag Etiquette 11 - 12 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Wally Hudson This workshop encompasses everyday household knowledge of common courtesies and measures of respect for “Old Glory” commonly known as the Flag of the United States of America. It will give a brief and basic history of how the Flag became known as the primary symbol of the United States of America and the best-known symbol of freedom all over the world. It will enhance your knowledge of the known and many unknown aspects as to what is respectful and that which is not to our Flag. Growth and Development 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom A Patsy Shelton, Steve Kidwell, Roger Davis We will collectively learn, re-learn and contribute to the storehouse of knowledge in selecting and training of club, zone, district, and national officers. We will talk about zone, district, and national activities. You will not want to miss out on strengthening and revitalizing clubs through member retention. And finally, the superhighway to a more vibrant Ruritan Future through starting new clubs!! Bee there or bee square. Catch the Buzz or Feel the Sting.... Risk Management 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom B Sarah Kelly Protecting the things that we hold important by identifying and then managing threats that could severely impact our organization and our reputation.

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FRIDAY WORKSHOPS Presidents/Vice President Leadership Training 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Jayson Duncan Now that I am the club leader, what am I going to do next? What do I need to know to be successful? The VP just sits in when the President is gone – right? Wrong, learn what the full responsibility of the VP is. It may surprise you! Treasurer Training Treasurers hold more than just the keys to a club’s finances. They are looked and counted upon for their honesty and integrity. How you discharge your responsibilities can make you one of your club’s most respected and treasured leaders. Review the duties and responsibilities of your office and hear important and useful insights and personal experiences by a proven and successful treasurer. Zone Governors – Ruritan’s First Responders!! Zone Governors, like paramedics or health care workers, have a responsibility to closely monitor the health and vital signs of those clubs under their care. They need to be alert to any signs and symptoms of declining club health. Their quick response can make the difference between life and death of struggling clubs. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Holston/Watauga David Thompson 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Boone/Cherokee Cleve Wright

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FRIDAY WORKSHOPS Youth – the Fountain of Life for Ruritan’s Future 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Mike Wright, David Hogan, Perry Marshman

Join us for a panel discussion on ways that we can engage and involve Youth in our communities to become a part of Ruritan. Topics will include – recruiting youth members, using youth to energize projects, offering leadership conferences geared toward training youth to be leaders. Putting the Pieces Together - Ruritan Forever Award and Tom Downing Fellows 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. How can we as Ruritan members continue our caring, sharing love for Ruritan National? Can you as a Ruritan member always be a part of Ruritan National? How do you as a Ruritan member continue your legacy in Ruritan? Come join us at the Ruritan Forever workshop to get the answers to these and other questions! The largest permanent fund in the National Foundation honors the late Tom Downing. Come and see how these funds are used in the Build Your Dollar program for scholarships as well as an opportunity to “meet the man” who was one of the Founding Fathers of Ruritan. MeadowView Ballroom A Jimmy Bristow, Joe Hulver Meet your Staff 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom B Sarah Kelly Join me for an overview of the various duties and responsibilities that are taken care of by your Ruritan staff members. We will also review some of the most frequently asked questions that are received at the National Office.

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FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

Chartering New Clubs 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Jayson Duncan

You have a friend in a neighboring community that ask about Ruritan and they seem interested “What do you do now?”. Join us in talking about forming a new club in a new community or a community near you that had a club a few years ago. We will look at the steps and people that can help “you” charter a new club. We will also talk about the rewards and awards you and your club could get. Join us in learning how to grow new clubs. Let’s Make a Name in our Communities and not be a Secret 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Larry Bowman, Paul Lewis, Zack McCallie Showing different ways to get the Ruritan name out in the communities. Social Media Passion and Purpose This hour is all about why you have to have Passion and Purpose when getting out your message. You want to Make a Difference. To do that you have to care about the people you represent AND the people you want to reach. It has to be about them not you. Identifying Community Needs/Building Community Bridges 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Holston/Watauga Barbara Jo Newton

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Boone/Cherokee Charlie Bowman

Have you taken a look at your neighborhood lately and see what you could have in the future? Do you see those that you could help? What would you like to see changed in the future of your community? Let’s talk about it.

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Friday Business Meeting Convention Center A 8:00 a.m. Presiding: Glen Broadwater 2022 National President

Welcome Rick Poff, 1999 National President 2023 Convention Chair America Donna Poulton, National Director Invocation Marshall Ross, 2022 Rocky Mt. Durham District Governor Introduction of the National President (please stand) Rick Poff **The National President’s escorts are his granchildren Madeline McKinney, Connor McKinney, Xander Kingery, and Brody Kingery. Credentials Committee First Report Debi Davis, Chair Adoption of Convention Program Glen Broadwater Welcome from Kingsport TBD Nominating Committee Report Jimmy Bristow, 2007 National President/Chair

Candidate Speeches Bylaws Ballot Items Bylaws Committee Dennis Bagnell, George Brothers, Ron Reid Ruritan National Foundation O.H. Bobbitt III, 2022 Foundation President

Presentation of Rudy Youth and Ruri-Teen of the Year Glen Broadwater and Mike Wright, Youth Committee Chair Presentation of Ruritan of the Year

Glen Broadwater Announcements Larry Cassell, Interim National Secretary Recess

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First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon Convention Center A 1:00 p.m.

Presiding: Phyllis Lewter 2012 National President

Welcome Phyllis Lewter, 2012 National President Presentation of 2022 First Lady Linda Broadwater (please stand) Phyllis Lewter **The First Lady’s escorts are sons-in-law Shawn Kingery and Jason McKinney. Singing of America Donna Poulton Invocation Susan Greisz Meal Introduction of the Head Table Phyllis Lewter Introduction of DRM’s Phyllis Lewter DRM’S Donna Poulton for Generations Ruri-Teen

Billy Hobbs for Troutman Gene Shaver for Troutman

Robert Combs for Hanging Rock Gary Collier for Ketron Ruri-Teen Richard Rambo for Sterling NE Lynn Fillers for Round Mountain Della Sue Fillers for Round Mountain Howard Tanner for Skillet Fork Beverly Tanner for Skillet Fork Introduction of Ruritan, Ruri-Teen, and Rudy Youth of the Year Phyllis Lewter

Donation to Niswonger Children’s Hospital Connor McKinney, Larry Bowman, Paul Lewis, and Zack McCallie

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Introduction of Former First Spouses Phyllis Lewter Introduction of First Lady Linda Daughters Jennifer Kingery and Nana McKinney Remarks Linda Broadwater Entertainment Joseph Young Announcements Larry Cassell Pledge of Allegiance Ruri-Teen, Rudy Youth, Ruritan of the Year

VOTING

Convention Center A Immediately following the First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon. Delegates with a WHITE name badge will be able to vote immediately after the First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon. If you are not attending the lunch, please come to Convention Center A to cast your ballot immediately after the First Lady’s Event. Ballots will be passed out after the program.

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Don’t miss the RURITAN COUNTY FAIR on Friday evening 8 - 10 p.m. In the Cattails Ballroom . There will be plenty of FOOD , FUN , and FELLOWSHIP .

Test your skills at games including Flickin’ Chicken,

Ring Toss, Balloon Dart, Pick-a-Duck, Win Hand-Made

Pottery, and More!

Enjoy LIVE music performed by Mason and Dixie Boys

DID SOMEONE SAY CAKE WALK!

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Greetings and

from the Rockingham District *In the Heart of the Shenandoah Valley* Tom Drinkwater 2022 District Governor *Program Sponsor*

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We are One Team, One Direction: UP! Wishing you a great year from the Nickelsville Club

*Program Sponsor*

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Congratulations on 95 years

of Community Service

From the Belmont II Club

Located in the

New River District

Home of the National

Office and 1999 National

President and First Lady Rick and Juliann Poff *Program Sponsor*

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The Ruritan Road Club invites you to join us for the 4 th Annual Motorcycle Ride to Save Lives on Saturday, September 2, 2023. All proceeds benefit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. We wish you the best 2023 and hope to see you in September! *Program Sponsor*

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Bloomingdale Ruritan Proudly serving the people of the Bloomingdale Community for over 65 years. We are a member of the Tennessean District.

2023 Board of Directors President – Allan Pope Vice President – Gary Collier Secretary – Jim Smallwood

Treasurer – Tim Dunn Director – Judy Short

Director – Darline Inscoe Director – Pam Repass Chaplain – Leonard Davenport Board of Directors Meeting – 1st Thursday 7pm Club Meeting – 2nd Thursday 7pm Friday Fish Fry - 2nd Friday Monthly 4-7pm Friday Night Breakfast - 4 th Friday Monthly 4-6pm Proud Sponsor of Ketron Ruri-teen Club FUNDRAISERS: Apple butter, Local Honey, Molasses, Paper Recycling, Friday Fish Fry, Friday Night Breakfast, RADA Cutlery, District Convention ad sales Bloomingdale Ruritan Club is a group of neighbors who joined together to work for the betterment of the community. It exists so we can take collective action toward the goal of improving the place we live. It gives us a platform to express our desires to those that will listen. It gives us a forum to discuss ideas and resolve conflicts. It gives us a mechanism to celebrate our community and to know and help one another. *Program Sponsor*

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Wadlow Gap Ruritan Club Bingo every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Starts at 6 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. Admission Book $20 Extra Books $5 2 Progressive Games $5 each 2 Blackout Games $4 each All proceeds go back into the community! Come Play With US!! *Program Sponsor*

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*Program Sponsor* Creating Thriving Communities Across America!

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Saturday Business Meeting

Convention Center A 8:00 a.m. Presiding: Glen Broadwater 2022 National President

Welcome Glen Broadwater Credentials Committee Second Report Debi Davis, Chair Introduction of the National Board Glen Broadwater Recognition: Members Years of Service Recognition: Ruritan Forever Participants Recognition: Golden Key Recipients Recognition: Gold Community Service Clubs Recognition: Outgoing Board and Committees Membership Awards

District Growth Awards Communication Awards Other Awards Ruritan National Foundation O.H. Bobbitt III, Foundation President National Treasurer’s Report David Thompson National Secretary’s Report Larry Cassell Executive Director’s Report Sarah Kelly Resolutions Committee

Becky Lane, National Director Bylaws Committee Report Dennis Bagnell, Chair Wanted Contest Drawing Growth Development and Member Retention Patsy Shelton, Steve Kidwell, Roger Davis 1 free registration and 2 nights stay - Winston Salem NC 2024 1 free registration 1 free flat screen TV

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2024 National Convention – Winston Salem, NC Jimmy Bristow, 2024 Convention Program Chair, Gary Taylor, 2024 Convention Program Co-Chair Mike Morrison, 2022 President-Elect Alex Collins, Winston Salem Representative Teller’s Report and Election Results Debi Davis Declaration of Election Results Glen Broadwater New Business Announcements Larry Cassell Pledge Ruritan Member with most years of service present Make plans NOW for the 2024 Ruritan National Convention at the Marriott in Winston-Salem, NC. January 11-13, 2024 Noli Express will be open from 6:30 a.m - 2 p.m. offering breakfast sandwiches, muffins, cakes, and drinks for breakfast. Lunch Menu

SATURDAY

Chicken Tender Plate $9 Cheeseburger Plate $8 Hot Dog Plate $7

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Save-the-Date

Ruritan National

Convention Blood Drive

MeadowView Marriott Convention Center and Conference Resort

Kingsport, Tenn. Saturday, January 21 Noon-4 p.m.

Free t-shirt and snack with donation.

Scan the QR code to schedule your time to give.

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SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

Youth Room 9 a.m - 5 p.m. Scott Room *1 p.m. - Wood Car Racing (Ruritan Style) *3 p.m. - Ruritan Jeopardy Making Heroes out of Ordinary People 2 - 3 p.m. Convention Center B Cleve Wright

Blood donors save lives and thus become “Somebody’s Hero”. Every donation of blood has the potential of saving and/or impacting 3-4 lives. When you coordinate and host blood drives in your community, you provide the opportunity for ordinary people to become heroes. It’s not hard to coordinate and host blood drives. By doing so, you and your club can make a valuable contribution to your community. Come and learn how easy it is to get started and become a part of this wonderful life-saving mission. Your Ruritan National Foundation What you always wanted to know 2 - 3 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom A Foundation Trustees Bring your questions that you have always wanted to get answered! Club Directors – You are the Eyes and Ears of Your Club 2 - 3 p.m. Club Directors – Get a Jump Start. This workshop will familiarize you with the duties and responsibilities of a Club Director. It will teach you why you are a critical spoke in the large wheel of LEADERSHIP. It will provide you with a view of where you fit in the bigger picture of your club, your district and Ruritan National. MeadowView Ballroom B Millard and Marty Thacker

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SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

Presidents/Vice President Leadership Training 2 - 3 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Jayson Duncan

Now that I am the club leader (President), what am I going to do next? What do I need to know to be successful? The VP just sits in when the President is gone – right? Wrong, learn what the full responsibility of the VP is. It may surprise you! Treasurer Training 2 - 3 p.m. Treasurers hold more than just the keys to a club’s finances. They are looked and counted upon for their honesty and integrity. How you discharge your responsibilities can make you one of your club’s most respected and treasured leaders. Review the duties and responsibilities of your office and hear important and useful insights and personal experiences by a proven and successful treasurer. In The Know - Club Secretary Toolkit 2 - 3 p.m. Holston/Watauga David Thompson

Boone/Cherokee Robin Davenport The essential tools that each Club Secretary needs. Recruit/Retain/Reclaim Build a Thriving Club and Community! 2 - 3 p.m. Crockett Amphitheater Gary Collier, Sandra Burner-Cave

Workshop will focus on recruiting new members to build your club by a proven recruiter. Attention will be given to making your club stronger by focusing on ways to retain new and active members from the moment they join your club. Final emphasis will be on reclaiming members and clubs to continue to create “Thriving communities across America”. Both presenters have extensive backgrounds in member recruiting, retention, and club building.

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SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

Project FOCUS 3 - 4 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom A George Brothers, Dennis Bagnell, Ron Reid, Cassandra Flanagan, Roger Davis Funding Our Communities Under Stress Project FOCUS is a new 501(c)(3) created by the Ruritan Board of Directors for humanitarian aid and disaster relief in our communities. We will address: Why and how it was formed, when and how it will be implemented, what it means to your club and the communities you serve, who will be the recipients of relief and how the relief will be provided, and how you can support Project FOCUS. History of Ruritan 3 - 4 p.m. MeadowView Ballroom B Past Presidents Sometimes you need to know where you came from before you can move forward. This workshop will give you the opportunity to hear from and discuss with Ruritan past Presidents the journey of Ruritan. In this round table type setting, we will look at our past to our present. Come and enjoy this discussion. Planning Purposeful Projects 3 - 4 p.m. Join us for a panel discussion of the who, what, where, when and why of projects. We will explore creating a community needs survey and how to use that information to create projects that will have a positive impact on your local community. Come prepared to share your favorite projects and how you fund them. Moving Forward as One Team 3 - 4 p.m. Holston/Watauga Zack McCallie In this workshop, you will find out ideas on how to get your club working as one solid unit. How to work as a team to achieve success. No one part is greater than another. Come find out ways to reach that promised land that we all strive for. MeadowView Ballroom C/D Starr Birx, Donna Poulton

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SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

Corporate Sponsorships and Your Club 3 - 4 p.m.

Boone/Cherokee Charlie Bowman

NOTES: ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ When you have a large project at your club, it takes people and money to get it started. Have you looked into a company or corporation and ask for assistance? Find out how to write the perfect donation request letter. Publications 3 - 4 p.m. Crocket Amphitheater David Hartgrove, Joe Jaynes, Lynn Fillers Join us as we explore all the publications that Ruritan has to offer. We will offer suggestions on how to post articles and pictures for the magazine as well as how to find what is out there for us to encourage people to become part of Ruritan.

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SATURDAY INSTALLATION BANQUET

Convention Center A START TIME: 6:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:15 p.m.) PRESIDING: 1995 National President Frank Guthrie

Welcome Frank Guthrie Presentation of 2022 National President Frank Guthrie Invocation Raymond Cade, Mt. Herman Club Member DINNER Presentation of Head Table Frank Guthrie Outgoing President remarks 2022 National President Glen Broadwater Installation of 2023 Officers and 2023 National President

1998 National President Gary Taylor 2007 National President Jimmy Bristow Address of 2023 National President Mike Morrison Announcements National Secretary Larry Cassell Pledge

Glen and Linda’s granchildren Madeline McKinney, Connor McKinney, Xander Kingery, and Brody Kingery. Entertainment Jeff Allen

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Entertainment

Ricky Davis’ theme for our Opening Ceremony is : “Thank You For Your Service”.

Get ready for an Amazing fun show that includes Amaz ing Sleight of Hand, Squeaky – Clean Humor, and Audi ence Interaction dur ing the First Lady’s Fellowship Luncheon.

“I’m EXCITED to be able to perform for great people like Ruri tans, said Jeff Allen.” Banquet Entertainment

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Wishing You and Yours Health and Prosperity in the New Year.

From the Yuma Club in the Southwest Virginia District *Program Sponsor*

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Let’s continue to GROW Ruritan TOGETHER One Club at a Time!

Wishing you a SUCCESSFUL year!

Blessings from the

Southwest Virginia District

*Program Sponsor*

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Congratulations to the NEW Ruritan Clubs that chartered in 2022! Have a Wonderful Year!

Atkins Ruritan Club *Program Sponsor*

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Bellafina

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Filamina Jewelry

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New Maven Macs

Exhibitor Booth Hours Wednesday: 5-7 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m - 5 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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SUNDAY

Worship Service Convention Center A 7:30 a.m. Doors open at 7:15 a.m. Head Usher : Joe Furrow, Belmont II Club Member

Prelude Music Welcome Joe Furrow

Hymn (all stand) Victory in Jesus National Director Donna Poulton Invocation Laura Beth Howell, Pastor of Belview United Methodist Church and Belmont II Club Member

Lesson Scripture Matthew 25:31-46 Sermon “A Servant Heart” Laura Beth Howell Hymn (all stand) Blessed Assurance

Donna Poulton Closing Prayer Laura Beth Howell

Board of Directors Meeting 9 a.m MeadowView Ballroom A Breakfast will be served.

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Ballot Items

Ballot Item One Approved Board Motion 22-03-06 District Convention Delegate calculation – Adult clubs Current: ARTICLE IV, Section 2 Paragraph D 2. Delegates –Adult Clubs. Each adult club shall be entitled to one (1) delegate to the district convention for each 10 club members or major fraction thereof; provided, however, that each member club shall be entitled to at least two (2) delegates at any convention. In the absence of any club delegate from the floor of the district convention, the alternate delegate from the club of the absent delegate shall be entitled to vote. Proposed: ARTICLE IV, Section 2 Paragraph D 2. Delegates – Adult Clubs. Each adult club shall be entitled to one (1) delegate to the district convention for each 5 club mem bers or major fraction thereof; provided, however, that each member club shall be entitled to at least two (2) delegates at any convention. In the absence of any club delegate from the floor of the district con vention, the alternate delegate from the club of the absent delegate shall be entitled to vote.

RATIONALE: This change would bring District Con vention delegates in line with National Convention delegates as listed in the National Bylaws.

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Ballot Item Two Approved Board Motion 22-03-07 Order of Parliamentary Authority Current: ARTICLE XV Parliamentary Authority The rules contained in the newly revised edi tion of Robert’s Rules of Order shall govern the meetings of Ruritan National in all cases in which they are applicable and in which they are not in conflict with these bylaws and any special rules of order which the Ruritan adopts. Proposed: ARTICLE XV Parliamentary Author ity The rules contained within the National Bylaws, Policies and Procedures shall govern this orga nization in all cases. In the absence of guidance in the National Bylaws, Policies and Procedures the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order will apply.

BALLOT ITEMS

RATIONALE: This proposes no change in policy but reordering of the current statement to prop erly show order of authority.

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Ballot Item Three Approved Board Motion 22-03-08

Method of Notification for Bylaws Amendment Current: ARTICLE XVI Amendment of Bylaws Amendments to these bylaws shall only be made at a Ruritan National Convention by two-thirds vote of the delegates present and voting, providing the proposed amendments shall have been presented to and approved by the BOD. Notice of any pro posed amendment approved by the BOD shall be published in the Ruritan National Magazine at least 30 days before the opening of the next scheduled Ruritan National Convention. Proposed: ARTICLE XVI Amendment of Bylaws Amendments to these bylaws shall only be made at a Ruritan National Convention by two-thirds vote of the delegates present and voting, providing the proposed amendments shall have been presented to and approved by the BOD. Notice of any pro posed amendment approved by the BOD shall be given to all Clubs at least 30 days before the opening of the next scheduled Ruritan National Convention .

RATIONALE: The reason for this motion is to allow for multiple means of notifying delegates of pro posed ballot issues.

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Ballot Item Four Approved Board Motion 22-03-26 Mission Statement

Current Article II, Section 2, Mission Statement: “Ruritan National is a national organization dedi cated to improving communities and building a better America through Fellowship, Goodwill, and Commu nity Service.” Proposed Article II, Section 2, Mission Statement: “Ruritan is a National Civic Organization whose indi vidual clubs are dedicated to surveying and fulfilling the needs of local communities.”

RATIONALE : To provide a clearer and more concise Mission Statement. The motto will remain the same: “Fellowship, Goodwill, and Community Service.”

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Candidate for President-Elect National President Elect

Robin Davenport 6273 Blackwater Road Virginia Beach, VA 23547 Phone: (757) 374-7961 Email: rdduke@cox.net

CLUB: Member of Creeds Ruritan Club since 1980. Served as President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. All Standing Ruritan National Committee Chairs and member Scholarship Committee. DISTRICT: Holland District Governor, Lt. Governor, and Foundation Chair. Holland Zone 4 Governor and Lt. Zone Governor. NATIONAL: Ruritan National Foundation Trustee for 5 years, Ruritan National Foundation President in 1999. National Director 2018-2020. Non-Board Publications Committee member from 2016-2018, Non Board Member Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Non-Board Member Nominating Committee, Welcome Committee Chair for 2019. Sergeant-at-Arms/Ambassador and participant in the Flag Ceremony. Attended 25 plus Natinoal Conventions as a Delegate. Ruritan Forever and Tom Dowing Fellow. EDUCATION: Kellam High School. Virginia Wesleyan University – Elementary Education (K-7). Old Dominion University – Masters of Education with endorsement in School Administration. OCCUPATION: Forty-two years in Education (20 years as Third and Fourth Grade Teacher, 22 years as School Administrator). Administrator of Her-Bess Farms Permanent Scholarship Fund and Davenport Family Endowed Scholarship at Virginia Wesleyan University. OTHER: Member of Cava Christan Church. Past Board Member of International Alliance for Invitational Education (five years). Sentara Princess Anne Family and Patient Advisory Board. Board Member of Pungo Strawberry Festival.

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Candidate for Secretary

National Secretary (unexpired 2 year term) Juliann Poff 3289 Vickers Switch Road Christiansburg, VA 24073 Phone: (540) 320-1125 (Cell) Email: jopoff.jp@gmail.com

CLUB: Member of Belmont II Ruritan Club. I have served in leadership roles since 1997 serving as Director (3 yrs), Secretary (3 yrs), Treasurer (14 yrs), Vice President, and President (2 yrs). DISTRICT: Zone Governor, District Secretary (4 yrs), Publicity chair, Convention Chair (4 yrs), Lt. Governor, District Governor, Association of Virginia Ruritans Secretary NATIONAL: Ruritan Forever, Gold Key Recipient, Registration Committee, Sergeant at Arms Committee, Convention Co Chair (1/2 year). I have attended multiple Summer Leadership Conferences, attended 29 National Conventions. EDUCATION: Master of Business Administration-Management, American National University; Bachelor of Business - Management, American National University, Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management International (PMI). OCCUPATION: Business Development Manager-Integrated Risk Management at Gannett Fleming, Inc. Committee Administrator - Risk and Resilience Committee OTHER: American Business Women's Association - New River Express Network member. Past leadership roles include Treasurer, Vice President, President. 2013 Woman of the Year. Married to Rick for 32 years. Children: Julie (Scott), Ritchie, Benjamin (Amanda), Christopher (Maddie) and have six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren

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Candidate for National Director

National Director Larry Garrison 2107 Sheffield Ct. NW Conover, NC 28613 Phone: (828) 308-8163 (Home) Email: tgarr0607@aol.com

CLUB: Member of the Bethlehem NC club in the Western North Carolina District. Club President for 2022 and for 2023; Club Vice President for 2019 and 2021; Club Director for 2020 DISTRICT: Western North Carolina District Zone 6 Governor for 2022 NATIONAL: Ruritan Forever in 2021; Attended the 2021 and 2022 Summer Leadership Conference. EDUCATION: High School Diploma from St. Stephens High School OCCUPATION: 22.5 Years at the City of Hickory, Crew Leader; NC Roads Scholar OTHER: Member of the Hickory Aviation Museum

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Candidate for National Director

National Director Edward “Ed” Hicks P.O. Box 485 Lovingston, VA 22949 Phone: (434) 531-5055 (Cell) Email: mredward0754@gmail.com

CLUB: Member of Lovingston-Rockfish Ruritan Club since 1987. Served as President, Vice-President, and Treasurer. DISTRICT: Woodrow Wilson District Zone Governor, Lt. Governor 2016, Governor 2017, Growth & Development Chair 2018-19, Leadership & Development Chair 2020, Website/Facebook Coordinator 2016-20. Association Virginia Ruritans Member & Director. NATIONAL: National Director 2018-21, Youth Committee Chair 2020 21, Youth Camp Staff, Sergeant at Arms, Flag Ceremony, Leadership Conferences, Attended National Conventions as Delegate, National Convention Workshop Presenter, Tom Downing Fellow, Ruritan Forever, President’s Golden Key Holder 35+ members. EDUCATION: Lakeland High School, Lakeland FL. Lee University, Cleveland TN. Northwestern University, Chicago IL. OCCUPATION: University of Virginia (Retired) Prosthetics & Orthotics, Certified Orthotist, Certified Pedorthist. University of VA Community Service Award. U.S. Department of Labor National Occupational Information Network (O*NET). OTHER: Adventure Camp, Inc. – Board/Staff Member, Lovingston Village Association – President, Nelson County Parade Association – Treasurer, Rockfish Valley Ruritan Park Foundation – Treasurer, Past AOPA Member & ABC Committee Member, and Church of God, Teacher, Choir Member, Soloist, Church & Pastors Council. Married to Camille, seven children, 24 grandchildren and one great-grandson.

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