Ogeechee Tech Alumni Association

Board Meeting

January 28, 2013

MINUTES

Members Present: Kenneth Friend, Alex Crumpton, LeAnne Robinson and Karen Mobley

Absent: Callie D’Angelo, Delores Tyree, Shatonna Leverette and Alvie Coes

Call to Order: Karen Mobley called the meeting to order at6:08 p.m.

Approval of Minutes: Upon a motion made by A. Crumpton, seconded by K. Friend; the minutes of the October 29, 2012 meeting were approved as submitted.

Old Business:

  • Alumni merchandise/apparel
  • Car Decal - 2 logo options were presented. Those in attendance selected the smaller square logoand suggested to drop the word “Association” and put in its place “Ogeechee Technical College”. Once the final logo has been developed, static cling car decals will be ordered. Car decals will be mailed to new alumni members along with the welcome letter and alumni card.
  • Class Rings & Diploma Frames have been approved. Herff Jones has been asked to have marketing material available at the Graduation Gala on February 25th. Product displays will eventually be located in the OTC Bookstore.
  • A logo is being developed for embroidery/apparel. Once the logo is complete, apparel selections can be made. Alumni apparel will be for sale in the OTC bookstore and in the online store.
  • Alumni Member Benefits
  • Member Benefits will be added to the Alumni webpage. A list of discounts to local establishments is still being developed.
  • Alumni Events
  • Annual Event: Evening before graduation; Invitation with an RSVP; Save the date card for the Gala to include date & location. Details to be determined.
  • Ogeechee Tech Day at ... Softball Games, Clubhouse, etc.
  • Ogeechee Tech Team for Relay for Life, Great American Cleanup, MDA Lockup, etc.
  • Events to take place once a semester: spring (softball), fall (Clubhouse) & graduation (annual event)
  • Establishing a Board of Directors with Officers in accordance with the bylaws
  • In progress; previous GOAL winners from 2008 – 2012 will be invited to serve on the Board. Several current OTC employees who are also graduates of Ogeechee Tech have been asked to join the Board. Two have accepted: LeAnne Robinson and Shatonna Leverette. LeAnne was in attendance at this meeting.

New Business:

  • Financial Report –
  • A preliminary budget was presented and reviewed. Adjustments will be made and presented at the next meeting.
  • iGot Campaign
  • The Alumni campaign will coincide with the iGot community kickoff on March 12; An e-mail blast will be sent to alumni and a letter with a detachable pledge card.
  • Affinity Groups
  • Looking into establishing affinity groups and assisting the groups with networking opportunities. Alumni funds will not be used to fund events for affinity groups. The Alumni Association will serve as a catalyst to bring the groups together.
  • Communication
  • E-mail newsletter will be developed and sent to alumni once a semester
  • An e-mail from the President will be sent with a link to the Annual Report once a year
  • Notices ofevents, Continuing Ed. classes, and other volunteer opportunities will be sent periodically

Announcements:

  • FREE CPR Classes for Alumni
  • February 21; 1:15 – 4:00 p.m.; room 847 OSB
  • February 28; 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.; room 847 OSB
  • Dining Etiquette Luncheon – February 20; 12:00; OSB Conference Center; $3
  • Business After Hours @ OTC – February 21; New Health Science Building; 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
  • Graduation Gala – February 25
  • iGot Community Campaign – March 12
  • Graduation May 16, 2013

Next Meeting:February 25, 2013, 6:00 p.m.

Adjourn: There being no further business to discuss at this time; the meet was adjourned at 7:19 p.m.