NEWS
New 2011 JDLI Board Members
The Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute (www.jdli.org) is proud to announce three new Board Members who will serve 2-year terms that began July 1, 2011. The three new members are April Chapman, Julie Sund Nichols, and State Rep. Kevin Parker.
Click here to read the full press release.
Pigskin Flies at the Second Annual Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute "Breakfast of Champions"
Steve Largent sets Meydenbauer Center Receiving Record
Going long on stage at the Meydenbauer Center ballroom, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver, former Member of Congress and current CEO of the Cellular and Telecom Industry Association (CTIA), Steve Largent easily caught a beautiful pass thrown to him by former Seahawk Mack Strong before a crowd of over 400 supporters. Mr. Largent was there to speak at the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute's annual fundraising breakfast. "Breakfast of Champions" was the theme of the event, which included an awards ceremony for the 2010 JDLI graduating class. Over $40,000 was raised to put on the 2011 class.
"The 2010 class turned out to be extremely successful," said Reagan Dunn, Chairman of the JDLI Board. "Seven members of that class, including six state legislators and one county Sheriff, have already been elected to public office and others are making a difference in their communities." Radio talk show host John Carlson emceed the event and Steve Largent provided the keynote address. Largent's remarks were punctuated by advice to future leaders drawing from his experience in the NFL and in Congress.
"I am honored to be here today to support such a worthy program as the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute," said Largent. "Jennifer and I served together in Congress and she exemplified all the skills of a good leader. It's obvious that she continues to inspire those who are part of the JDLI experience."
JDLI graduates 23 new members
The Institute’s mission is to identify, recruit and develop future leaders from across Washington State who are committed to effective government that is sustainable over the long term. The 2011 class, JDLI's third graduating class, contained 23 graduates.
Click here to view biographies from all 23 graduates. Congratulations to each new graduating class member!
Congratulations to all of our newly elected JDLI Graduates
What a stellar performance by our JDLI candidates in the 2010 elections. 7 of our students won their hard-fought legislative races. Also, John Turner, 2010 grad, won his race for Sheriff in Walla Walla.
JT Wilcox in the 2nd District
Michael Baumgartner in the 6th District
Hans Zeiger in the 25th District
Jason Overstreet in the 42nd District
Vincent Buys in the 42nd District
Andy Hill in the 45th District
Joe Fain in the 47th District
John Turner Sheriff, Walla Walla
This was a great first election cycle for JDLI and sets the stage for additional successes in 2012.
JDLI Grads stake out their ground for the November election ballot.
JDLI had an unprecedented 22 candidates run for elective office this year. We are proud of all the JDLI Grads who ran this year. Here are a list of the 17 JDLI grads who will be on the November ballot. Please help these candidates in any way you can.
JT Wilcox, 2nd District
Joe Fain, 47th District
Gregg Bennett, 48th District
Dan Griffey, 35th District
Hans Zeiger, 25th District
John Swapp, 40th District
Kevin Haistings, 45th District
Michael Baumgartner, 6th District
Peter Dunbar, 41st District
Tony Moore, 30th District
Vincent Buys, 42nd District
John Turner, Sheriff candidate Walla Walla
Andy Hill, 45th District
Marty McClendon, 26th District
Art Coday, 32nd District
Jason Overstreet, 42nd District
Doug Richards, 26th District
JDLI kicks off its second season in Issaquah Washington.
Over 23 students attended the three day "boot camp" -- so named because it was held during the 2010 campaign year. The following students were hand-picked participants:
Brian Wurtz
Dan Griffey
Doug Richards
Dusty Gulleson
J Kelly Beerman
Gigi Burke
Hans Zieger
Jason Overstreet
Jennifer Robertson
John Swapp
Kevin Haistings
Mark Lamb
Michael Baumgartner
Peter Dunbar
Tony Moore
Vincent Buys
John Turner
Andy Hill
Kristen Greenlaw
Marty McClendon
William Woodcock
Art Coday
Anthony Kalchik
Jennifer Burke
JDLI Fundraising Breakfast on May 19 with Governor Butch Otter Bellevue, WA
On May 19th Governor Butch Otter spoke at a fundraising breakfast for the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute held in Bellevue Washington. Over 350 people came to listen to the Governor's message on the importance of rebuilding a strong economy in the Northwest, and supporting small businesses and fiscally conservative legislative candidates. The 2009 graduates also received their graduation awards from the Governor and CEO of JDLI, Bill Hinkle.
Congratulations to JDLI's Inaugural Class Graduates
We are proud to present the inaugural graduating class of the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute. This is an exceptional group of individuals from diverse backgrounds who demonstrated intelligence, commitment, and a true spirit of service in their team presentations before civic leaders and lobbyists in Olympia last month. They are well on their way on making a crucial difference in bringing back principled, sustainable government to our state.
Click here to view a pdf of the inaugural class graduates' biographies. [.pdf file]
Jennifer Dunn Institute welcomes its inaugural class
Suncadia Resort will host the inaugural class for the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute (JDLI) which begins with a three-day introduction to leadership and political studies. The Institute’s mission is to identify, recruit and develop future leaders from across Washington State who are committed to effective government that is sustainable over the long term. Click here for the full press release (.pdf).
Reagan Dunn appears on Kirby Wilbur's show to announce JDLI launch
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Reagan Dunn announces JDLI launch at Pacific Science Center ceremony honoring Jennifer Dunn
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Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute up and running
After months of effort, the Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute was officially organized on May 28, 2009 with the installation of its first Board of Directors, election of officers, and adoption of bylaws.
King County Councilman Reagan Dunn agreed to serve as the Institute’s first Chairman, joined by State Attorney General Rob McKenna as Vice-Chairman, and Susan Stahlfeld, a Seattle attorney as Secretary-Treasurer.
Catherine Brazil, public affairs director for the Spokane Spokesman Review publishing company represents Eastern Washington, along with State Representative Bill Hinkle from Cle-Elum.
Vito Chiechi is considered by many to be the Dean of conservative politics in Olympia, and he continues his decades-long service with his trademark vigor and energetic challenge to the next generation to “get things done right.”
Franz W. Gregory, a long-time public affairs professional who partnered with Vito Chiechi to return Republicans to the Majority in Olympia and to elect a conservative Republican to Seattle’s 7th Congressional District, rounds out the board with an extensive background in communications and media affairs.
Bill, Vito, and Franz were the organizers of the Institute and Bill heads its operations as Chief Executive Officer.
The Institute will have its first public roll-out on August 13, 2009 at the Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center immediately following a dedication ceremony by the Pacific Science Center honoring Congresswoman Jennifer Dunn. (See Below).
The Pacific Science Center Honors Jennifer Dunn
Congresswoman Jennifer Dunn was instrumental in obtaining federal funding for the Pacific Science Center’s Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, located on a biologically diverse 320-acre wetland nature park in the heart of urban Bellevue, Washington.
On August 13, 2009, the Pacific Science Center presented a dedication plaque to Jennifer Dunn’s son, King County Councilman Reagan Dunn, that commemorates Jennifer Dunn’s commitment on behalf of her constitutents and our state.
First Training Workshops Scheduled for September 24-26
The Jennifer Dunn Leadership Institute is up and running, and the first training session for about 15 Students is scheduled for September 24th though 26th at the Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum. Students are signing up quickly, so if you or someone you know would like to be a member of the “First Class” of this exciting new program, please contact Bill Hinkle for an application.
Find out more about the workshop curriculum and training program here.