It’s been a tough few weeks as I’ve worked to pull together the 10 months into Executive Reports for the YBL judges.. but it’s finally done.

I’ve handed up my exec report on my business improvement project, which is a ‘Leadership Insight Knowledge Base’. I still have some work to do in launching the pilot to Capgemini but it’s looking pretty tidy right now.

The exec report on my community involvement project – the fundraising component – was much easier to write as I’d done such a broad range of events. In fact, it was a challenge to bring it down to 10 pages, but I’ve done it.

I think the trick with the writing of these reports is to focus on the learnings rather than on the proceedings. I’ve also tried to make mine fairly easy and interesting reading, threading pictures and anecdotes through them while still retaining the professional edge.

Well, it’s done now – have handed them up along with my folder of evidence for the Cert IV Frontline Management component.. the RSB has back all of their colleciton units & merchandise.. some final tidying of banking monies to sort out, then really it’s nearly over.

The final piece in the YBL process is the 20 minutes presentation which I will give to 3 YBL judges. My date is June 9th so I’ve got time up my sleeve to prepare. I’ve been reading presentation books and watcing other good speeches, trying to work out how best to impress and get my story across. Will let you know how I go later on… for now, I’m going to enjoy my first Saturday in a long time without having to plan, wrap prizes or count money!

When people talk about a Krispy Kreme doughnut, they’re usually referring to the signature, Original Glazed doughnut, made from a recipe dating back to the 1930s. And if you haven’t had an Original Glazed Doughnut FRESH off the line, you really need to try one!  They’re not a doughnut, they’re an experience.

So, order yours today, you can feel great (as you experience the massive sugar high!) knowing the profits raised go directly to The Royal Society for the Blind.

WHAT’S HAPPENING? The YBL Monster Krispy Kreme Run

COST: Original Glaze Krispy Kremes are available at $18.00 per boxed dozen

WHEN: Orders and payment to Amber are required by Thursday 14 May…. Doughnuts will be delivered on Friday 22 May to Capgemini offices, 55 Grenfell Street

HOW? Fill out the form below and submit, I’ll be in contact with further details.

Congratulations to the winners of the RSB Monster Raffle!
 

• Kym Norton 1st Prize – 2 nights accommodation for up to 8 people in beautiful 5 star apartment at Victor Harbour (value $800, cond. apply)
• Linda Steventon 2nd Prize – $400 suit voucher from Thesuitco.
• Kerry Battams 3rd Prize – V8 Race Car Hot Laps (value $350)
• Darryl Fowler 4th Prize – Private hire car vintage transfer for a special occasion (value $300)
• Susan Stallan 5th Prize – Neutrogena Facial Voucher from Glow Beauty & Wellness (value $80)
• Rob Schweiger 6th Prize – Sevenhills red/white wine pack ($60)
• Michael Moch 7th Prize – Acanthus flower voucher (value $50)
• Maureen Braysher 8th Prize – About Town Dog Studio grooming voucher (value $50)
• Michael Nemeth 9th Prize – 1 x case Coopers Pale Ale (value $45)
• Tony Farnan 10th Prize – 1 x btl Johnny Walker Red (value $45)
• Alicia Pryde 11th Prize –Sevenhills twin fortified wine pack ( $40)
• Rachel Byrne 12th Prize – Champagne Pamper Pack
• Colleen Schmidt 13th Prize – Magnum Black Opal Shiraz w/ glasses
• Trisha Richards 14th Prize – Relaxation pack with candles & incense
• Robin Matters 15th Prize – Cheese slicer & nibbles gift pack
• Rosina Parente 16th Prize – Gift hamper with wine and nibbles
• Peter Penn 17th Prize – Chip’n’dip gift pack
• Charlie Walker 18th Prize – Outdoor Entertainers gift pack
• Paul Santinon 19th Prize – Shoe Shine Package
• Stephen Tsiavos 20th Prize – Drinking game including pack of spirits
• Rob Schweiger 21st Prize – Board Game
• Carly Harding 22nd Prize – Big tin of Jelly Beans
• Susan Stallan 23rd Prize – Magnum Black Opal Shiraz w/ glasses
• Chris Anders 24th Prize – Champagne Pamper Pack
• Stephen Tsiavos 25th Prize – Coffee Lovers enjoyment pack
• Shaye Kemble  26th Prize – Tea Lovers delight pack
• David Howell 27th Prize – Thermos flask with 2 travel mugs
• Andrew Baines  28th Prize – Relaxation pack with candles & incense
• 29th to 32nd Prizes – 1 booby prize per winner!   Michael Cannon, Adam Katkotaris, Susan Stallan & Kathryn Sheppard

I’ll be sorting out the prizes tonight and will contact each person individually for delivery.

Also, congratulations to Bianca Bircham who won a bottle of wine for selling a book of raffle tickets… thanks everyone for buying a ticket.. and hey, remember, it’s for charity!  

I’m writing this post with a massive smile on my face, I had a brilliant night last night at The Lion and I hope everyone who came along did too. I couldn’t have asked for a better final event as a fundraiser – an event where I didn’t actually have to do anything other than enjoy myself and drink certain beverages.

The Lion has teamed up with Heartland Wines & Coopers to provide drink specials, 25% of every one of their drinks sold being donated straight to The Royal Society for the Blind. Huge thanks to Karen, marketing manager of The Lion for organising everything, including an assortment of gorgeous food which we all enjoyed! (The mini burgers were delicious, my favourite had to be the parmesan risotto balls though)

It was so good to catch up with the people who have supported me through the YBL journey, including my mentor, my buddy, family, friends & colleagues. You guys are the reason it’s all come together and worked and it meant the world to me that you could come along.

Hope you enjoy looking through some of these happy snaps, and thanks again from me.