Welcome reception was held for the leadership Guymon class of 2009 on Thursday the 22nd at Jim Draper's headquarters. At the reception the class got acquainted with each other class members as well as the facilitators , the ambassadors and the board of directors.The evening was catered by EpicTouch. The class members are Jamie Arnold, Tri-County Electric, Brian Chadick, Custom Comfort, LLC, Danna Danner, Denise Lunt, CPA, Nancy Davis , Guymon Daily Herald, Paul Desbien, Bank of the Panhandle, Ryan Duncan, First National Bank of Texhoma, JuliAnn Graham, Tri-County Electric, Kristen McKee, Seaboard Foods, Jodi Rosalez, YMCA, Karen Rice, City of Guymon, Bud Teegarden, Lumber Mart and Kim Tuttle, Tropical Snow.
Leadership Guymon is a comprehensive program designed to identify, develop and motivate new leadership for the community. Program objectives are accomplished by team-building activities and exposure to local issues, regional resources, and various community leaders. Leadership programs also provide opportunities for lasting friendships and self-exploration.
The Leadership Guymon class of 2009:
Ryan Duncan, First National Bank of Texhoma, Asst. Vice-President
Jamie Arnold, Tri-county Electric, Customer Service Rep.
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Leadership Guymon has been continuing with business as usual recently.
April 17th, 2009
By J.D. DENNIS
Guymon Daily Herald
At their latest meetings the Local Government met in the Texas County Courthouse. The agenda included facilitators Karen Parish, Debbie Culver, and John Shaffer. Ryan Reddick-Association District Judge, Greg Zigler-District Judge, Marcia Hollingshead-County Clerk, Thyra Grounds-County Tax Assessor, Rita Wise- County Treasurer and County Commissioner, Ted Graham-City Manager, Sheriff Rick Caddell of The Texas County Detention Center, the Guymon Fire Department, and the Guymon Police Department all spoke to the class throughout the day.
Leadership Guymon then hosted the Quality of Life on the third of April at the Oaks of Mamre. Facilitators were KC Rothschopf and Liz Lim. The students were instructed to bring their own vehicle or carpool as they would be traveling throughout the day.
They first met at the Oaks of Mamre where K.C. Rothschopf took over. The students then listened to Gene Cox-Next Step Network, 'Holly'-Northwest Domestic Crisis Center, and Cariann Alvarez-Panhandle Area Sheltered Workshop. They then traveled to the Memorial Hospital of Texas County where they met with Jim Grocholski and the staff. From there, the class traveled to the Texas County Health Department where they met with Kay Allen.
After a short break for lunch the group headed to the Dunaway Manor to meet with Bob Burger. They then traveled to the YMA to meet with the CEO and staff there as well.
Other presenters and topics included Lucinda Ray of the Guymon Community Theatre, Justin Talcott of Kid's Inc., and Ken Stonecipher for Pioneer Days.
Leadership Guymon 2009 will be having their last class on the twenty-forth of this month which will be followed by their graduation later on.
Any that are interested in next years program may speak to Ronni Malone and receive more information at the Guymon City Chamber of Commerce at 580-338-3376.
By JAMES PIERCE
Guymon Daily Herald
The Leadership Guymon class recently returned from their trip to visit the Oklahoma State Capitol. Members learned about the legislative process and even watched during some of the proceedings.
The tour of the capitol was conducted by Paul Matthews who is also a Guymon High School Alumni.
Ronnie Malone from the Guymon Chamber of Commerce said, "During their tour of the capitol, the class was recognized by the House of Representatives and the Senate. They got to see them do some voting and to see how it all actually works which was really neat."
During dinner the class met with with Lt. Gov. Jerry Askins, Rep. Gus Blackwell and Sen. Bryce Marlatt who discussed what they have been working on recently in Congress and fielded questions from the class.
They also met with Janet Nance the Director of Consultant Services in Governor Henry's office. Malone said, "She's a good person to call and get information if you have some issues or questions with something and you don't know where to find the answer. You can call and they will lead you in the right direction. She's a good contact to have."
Malone said, "I think being there and seeing how it works, being able to ask your legislators and get some answers right there was really good for the class. Very hands on and we learned a lot. As a Leadership Alumni, I go every year and I always learn something new each time I visit the Capitol."
