Southwest District Convention 2025 Schedule

Class schedule is yet to be determined. However, this year’s District Convention is filled with informative sessions to help us move forward, together. Learn more about the classes offered below.

Don’t Die Until You’re Dead

Presented By:
Matthew Cantrall -Kiwanis International Trustee

is 10-step program is designed to encourage Kiwanians to live life to its fullest and become better Kiwanians by actively engaging, taking on challenges, and living their dreams and not just dreaming the dream.

Serving Above the Club Level

Presented By:
Katrina Baranko – Kiwanis International Immediate Past President
Matthew Cantrall -Kiwanis International Trustee

This opened ended/roundtable type discussion shares insight to those looking to serve Kiwanis at a higher level.  It not only allows Kiwanians to hear what it is like to serve beyond the club level but it also provides them a forum to ask questions of their elected Trustees/President about any concerns they may have about Kiwanis.

Turning Conflict into Collaboration

Presented By:
Katrina Baranko – Kiwanis International Immediate Past President

This class is designed to help Kiwanis members strengthen teamwork and communication within their clubs and communities. This presentation offers practical tools to turn disagreements into opportunities for understanding, cooperation, and shared purpose.

Creating a New Way to Serve and Attract New Members

Presented By:
Katrina Baranko – Kiwanis International Immediate Past President

Don’t just invite prospects to a meeting, instead learn how to create innovative and engaging service projects that double as powerful recruitment tools. Examine fresh approaches to existing projects that turn service into a magnet for growth and engagement. All this, while showing current members how impactful and valuable their work is to kids – a key to retention.

501(C)(3) and Me

Presented By:
Anne Wenzel, CPA – Kiwanis Club of Prescott – Owner of Wenzel Tax and Accounting, Prescott, AZ

Note: this class is for AZ Kiwanians only

Don’t Meth With Us!

Presented By:
Paul McQueary – Kiwanis Club of Farmington Rio Del Sol

Paul will teach you how to educate children and families about the consequences of methamphetamines, arming them with the tools necessary to combat illicit drug use and addiction. To accomplish this, they go into the schools and engage students on a personal level, opening their eyes to a bright, drug-free future.

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