(July 15) Listen to the upcoming July 30 Radio Sandy Springs interview of Deborah Roebuck: "Be the CEO of Your Life"
Vanecia Wills-Leufroy, honoring women as the show host of "A Woman's Spirit," interviews Deborah Roebuck on her show that airs July 30. Click here to read the transcript of the show.
After August 1, listen to the interview by podcast--copy this and put in your browser: www.radiosandysprings.com/podcasts/WomansSpiritJuly30.2008.mp3. Share your experiences and thoughts with host Vanecia about the show at clrvsion2@yahoo.com. Listen anytime on the web at Radiosandysprings.com.

(MAY 30) - KSU Executive MBA graduate Candace Long, Founder of the Creativity Training Institute, is partnering with the Siegel Institute to offer a career development seminar, "Journey to the Center of You." June 12 will be the first of a series of similar seminars. The June 12 seminar is a self-discovery event designed to examine the stages you go through in finding your unique calling. This will be about unlocking YOUR creativity, YOUR gifts and talents, and finding the unique purpose for which YOU were created. Through this seminar, we hope you will be able to move from a "career" to a "calling." For more info, read this flier.

(MAY 30) - Now in its second semester of enrollment, the Siegel Institute's new Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Ethics is moving full steam ahead with excellent student registration in this summer's two online courses: ILEC 8800 Foundations of Ethics and ILEC 8810 Foundations of Leadership. This Graduate Certificate is offered in two formats: Option #1 - The Partner Program - You enroll in a master's degree with one of nine partner programs at KSU. You complete six hours of specific master's level courses from your degree program plus nine hours of ILEC courses. Option #1, The Exclusive Certificate - You enroll in the Siegel Institute's Graduate Certificate without simultaneously enrolling in a master's degree, and complete 15 credit hours of ILEC courses. You simply apply through the KSU Graduate School for admission to this certificate. Right here at KSU, it is the only program of its kind at the master's degree level in the southeastern United States. If you'd like to enroll for fall 2008, deadline to receive your documents is August 1. For more information go to the degrees & certificates page.

(MAY 30) - The Siegel Institute has launched several new personal and professional development programs. This includes two upcoming two-day seminars for workplace solutions. On June 19-20, Dr. Lois Robley will lead "Challenges of Ethics in the Workplace: Ethical Decision-Making." On August 27-28, Dr. Tom Creely will lead "Developing and Building an Ethical Culture." On May 19, the Institute launched its nine-week online Ethical Leadership Professional Development Certificate, with the option to enroll for three-week modules. For more information go to the Two-day Seminars page.

(MAY 28) - CEO of Northside Hospital Cherokee, Billy Hayes, was the featured speaker in the Why Leadership and Ethics Matter Speaker Series event Tuesday, May 27 at the KSU Center. Hayes shared his philosophies as a health care leader, the challenges he faces, and his plans for expansion. Since Hayes assumed his leadership role of the hospital in 2004, Northside Cherokee has seen tremendous growth including a doubling of physicians and service lines, a 100% increase in revenue, and recognition by the Georgia Hospital Assocation with the Top Care Hospital Award. Hayes is a KSU Alumni of the Executive MBA, and is actively engaged in community leadership, including the YMCA, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and serves on the boards of the Coles College of Business and the Siegel Institute.

(April 23) - American sports icon Bill Curry spoke to a crowd of nearly 250 KSU and community members at a Siegel Institute event Monday, April 21 at the KSU Student Center. He shared stories of his career as a college and NFL athlete which shaped his leadership development and personal values. Curry explored five characteristics of great leaders by sharing personal stories and illustrations exemplifying each characteristic: singleness of purpose; unselfishness; toughness; being smart; never quit or give in. Curry was featured at this event in the Siegel Institute's Why Leadership and Ethics Matter Speaker Series.

(April 30) - Change or Die? This provocative question served as the keynote topic for the Georgia Coach Association PRISM 2008 Awards and Conference April 29, 2008. The conference was for executives looking for ways to maximize the performance of their leaders and teams, especially human resources and organizational development professionals. Dr. Deborah Roebuck and Art Shirk led a beakout session on "Workplace Solutions: Strategies for Growing Your Leaders, Teams, and Organizations" focused on how to implement coaching within your organization to enable the team members to get work done as well as to integrate and sustain on the job learning. It l also examined factors that hinder or support organizational coaching from taking root. Featured as a client of the Siegel Institute that completed a customized Ethical Leadership Training program was Northside Hospital Cherokee CEO Billy Hayes, and two of his leadership team members, Cindy Foust and Fred Brinkman. Siegel Institute served as a sponsor for the PRISM Awards event. The PRISM Awards and conference was held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. For more information about the Georgia Coaches Association and PRISM Awards go to www.georgiaprismaward.com.

(April 22 ) - Stellenbosch Seboka on Higher Education and Ethical Leadership: Global Perspectives in a Southern African Context--Dr. Betty Siegel, Distinguished Chair of the Siegel Institute for Leadership, Ethics & Character, is in Stellenbosch, South Africa, preparing for the upcoming Stellenbosch Seboka on Higher Education and Ethical Leadership: Global Perspectives in a Southern African Context. The Seboka will be held April 23-25 near Cape Town. Speakers at the Seboka include Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, former South Africa Chief Justice Arthur Chaskalson, Ms. Frances Hesselbein of the Leader to Leader Institute, Ms. Geneva Johnson (former president and CEO of Family Service America), Dr. Betty Siegel, Dr. John Knapp and others.

The Seboka will focus on the practical contributions universities can make towards developing ethical and socially responsible leaders for Africa. The Seboka, a Sesotho word meaning a group of people meeting for a common cause, is a joint effort of three universities: Stellenbosch University, Kennesaw State University and Georgia State University. It is modeled on the three Oxford Conclaves Dr. Siegel initiated, two at Oxford, England and one at Sundance, Utah. As a visiting scholar, Dr. Betty Siegel spent three months in 2007 at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, consulting on Ethical Leadership and the First Year Experience. Out of this experience was developed the Stellenbosch Seboka.

(April 18) - The Siegel Institute was honored to serve the Better Business Bureau as they hosted their annual Torch Awards April 17 at the Westin Peachtree Plaza. Deborah Roebuck served as one of six judges for the award categories of Marketplace Ethics, Customer Service and Community Service. Keynote speaker Ambassador Andrew Young shared significant points about character taking precedence in one's life over fame and wealth. For more information about this event, visit the BBB website or email torchawards@atlanta.bbb.org.

(April 9) - International executive Kent "Oz" Nelson spoke at the Why Leadership and Ethics Matter event held by the Siegel Institute at KSU Tuesday, April 8. Now the retired CEO of UPS, Nelson talked on "Branding High Ethics Into Your Organization and Yourself," covering stories from his UPS years as well as serving on boards of the CDC and United Way. He said that "News about business leaders today brings disappointments daily that make us scratch our heads," making "ethical business" seem like an oxymoron. He stressed that in today's global marketplace, only companies with ethical leadership will experience long-term sustainability. Instantaneous global communication is leveling our global economic field, giving entrepreneurs unprecendented ability to expand. "This is the era of the individual," Nelson said. "Ethical leadership is the most important element now for sustainable, successful business."

(April 5) - Nearly 200 women convened at the 8th Annual Phenomenal Women's Conference hold by the Siegel Institute Thursday, April 3 at the Kennesaw State University Center. Opening keynote speaker Peggy McCormick, President of the Atlanta Development Authority, shared five points about economic empowerment as the basis for every woman's life. Twelve speakers led concurrent sessions in tracks of leadership, ethics, and character on topics relevant to the economic advancement of women. Closing keynote speaker Sandra Hofmann left women in stitches from laughing over stories Sandra shared about women's personal journey in leadership. Following the conference, the 1st Annual Gala Phenomenal Women Awards Celebration honored three winners and two finalists in the categories of Leadership, Ethics, and Character. Winners were: Phenomenal Woman of Ethics Lynn Chastain, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel of Chick-fil-A; Phenomenal Woman of Leadership Jacqueline Welch, Vice President for Employee and Organizational Effectiveness, Rock-Tenn Company; and Phenomenal Woman of Charactor Miriam Boeri, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Kennesaw State University. Deborah Schwartz Griffin, Vice President of the Georgia Restaurant Association, emcee'd the gala awards dinner. Award-winning songwriter Candace Long entertained the audience with a number from one of her musicals. Ms. Elisabeth Williams Omilami, Director of Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless and winner of the 2007 Phenomenal Woman Award, , was unable to attend to present the awards but a representative of the organization shared a message on her behalf. Half of the proceeds of the gala dinner are being donated to Ms. Omilami's organization.

(March 23) - Dr. Deborah Roebuck served as the keynote speaker at an international human resources conference in Romania, March 19, 2008. She gave three presentations throughout the conference and focused on what businesses can do to retain the talent The conference was held at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel, Sala Constanta, Romania.The conference was attended by business leaders from Eastern Europe. For more information, download the conference flier (printed in Romanian).

(March 7) - Dr. Deborah Roebuck was a guest speaker at the National League of American Pen Women's Georgia state convention, "Understanding & Nurturing the Creative Spirit" on Wednesday, March 12. The NLAPW meeting was held at the Ansley Golf & Country Club at 196 Montgomery Ferry Dr. NW, Atlanta. For more information, go to www.atlantapenwomen.org.

(March 5) - Dr. Betty Siegel presented the Woman of the Year Award in Philanthropy to Dr. Bobbie Bailey at the Atlanta Woman Magazine "Woman of the Year & Fan Male 2008 Awards" Wednesday, March 5. This year's award celebration was held at the Atlanta History Center in the Overlook Ballroom from 11:15 am - 1:30pm.

(March 15) - March brought us Women's History Month and the celebration of International Women's Day. On March 11, Siegel Institute was honored to host Deborah Richardson, CEO of Atlanta Women's Foundation, as guest speaker. Atlanta Women's Foundation is the only public foundation in Georgia with a mission to promote positive social change on behalf of women and girls. Ms. Richardson spoke on, "The Evolution of Women's Leadership and Today's Challenges." She is a nationally recognized advocate for ending child exploitation. With Dr. Nancy Boxhill, she co-authored Ending Sex Trafficking of Children in Atlanta. This evening celebrated the courage and determination of women advancing women's rights. Download event flier.
Watch videos and get information about International Women's Day here.

(Feb. 26) - The Siegel Institute is pleased to welcome Ms. Paige Lillard, Vice President for Business Excellence at Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., to its Advisory Board. At Turner, Ms. Lillard is responsible for the implementation of the Baldrige framework for performance, focusing on excellence in leadership, strategic planning, customer and employee focus, and process management. She is a veteran of the national Board of Examiners governed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under the US Secretary of Commerce. Paige holds an MBA from Kennesaw State University, a Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television Communications from Hofstra University and is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma national honor society of business schools. She is also a senior member of the American Society for Quality. Paige’s volunteer efforts include her work on the Executive Board of the Georgia Center for Performance Excellence, Time Warner’s “Time to Read” program, the Atlanta Symphony, and a member of Kennesaw State University’s EMBA Executive Board. Paige Lillard is welcomed to the Siegel Institute team.

(Feb. 22) - Dr. Lois Robley was the guest speaker for the Spring 2008 Induction Ceremony of the Alpha Theta Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta on Feb. 22. Lambda Pi Eta is the National Communication Honor Society. Dr.Robley is the Professor of Ethics at the Siegel Institute of KSU. The event was held at the KSU Student Center Leadership and Fireside Rooms, 7:00 pm.

(Feb. 20) - Dr. David Satcher, 16th Surgeon General and Asst. Secretary for Health of the United States spoke at KSU Tuesday, Feb. 19 on the role of leadership in the reduction and ultimate elimination of disparities in health. The Siegel Institute was honored to host Dr. Satcher as part of its Why Leadership and Ethics Matter Speaker Series, and as part of KSU's Black History Month Celebration. Read the story in the Marietta Daily Journal.

(Feb. 18) - Siegel Institute executives and faculty gave a presentation at the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics 17th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas Feb. 21-24, 2008. Dr. Deborah Roebuck, Dr. Thomas Creely, Dr. Lois Robley, and Thomas Pynn, former Fellow for Ethics of the Siegel Institute and co-editor of the Institute's Journal of Ethics in Leadership, prepared the materials for their panel discussion on Leadership Ethics, "Building Ethical Leaders from the Inside Out Around the World."

(Feb. 13) - NCAA coach and NFL player Bill Curry will be coming to KSU by invitation of President Dan Papp April 21 for a campus-wide event where he will speak on "Five Characteristics of Champions." Curry played with the Green Bay Packers, Houston Oilers, Baltimore Colts and Los Angeles Rams. He was the starting Center for the Packers in Super Bowl I and the Colts in Super Bowl V. Curry spent three NFL seasons as Asst. Coach with the Packers, and served as head coach in college football including Georgia Tech, University of Alabama, and University of Kentucky. He is now an ESPN football analyst and Director of the Leadership Baylor program at Baylor School in Chattanooga, TN. He's a Georgia Tech grad in Industrial Management. 5:00 pm, KSU Student Center, University Rooms. Event is free to the campus and community.

(Feb. 12) - The Siegel Institute welcomes Ann Cramer to the Institute's Advisory Board. Ann Cramer is the director of IBM's Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Affairs for North America. Ann has also accepted the invitation to be the keynote speaker for the Siegel Institute's 2009 Phenomenal Women's Conference. Ms. Cramer was recently featured on the cover of Atlanta Woman Magazine when she was named "Power Woman of 2008." "We are all citizens of the world, and as such we should all be there for each other," Ms. Cramer told AWM. Under her guidance, IBM has shown through its people and technology a broad and deep commitment to K-12 education, job training, and employment, community and family services, literacy programs and support for the disabled and disadvantaged (AWM, January 2008). She believes that we must keep establishing an urgency that education is the code of entry, the key to success, the critical link to economic health. Ms. Cramer expends immeasurable energy serving the community including: serving on the Carter Center Board of Councilors, Woodruff Arts Center, Alliance Theatre, Georgia Center for Non-Profits, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, past chair of the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education, Georgia Chamber's Education Committee, the Workforce Development Task Force for the Governor's Commission for a New Georgia, and more than can be listed here. Ms. Cramer is warmly welcomed to the Siegel Institute Advisory Board team.

(Feb. 11) - The Professional Women's Information Network (ProWIN), has recently invited Dr. Deborah Roebuck to join their board of advisors. ProWIN is a community of influential businesswomen in the metro-Atlanta area--a diverse and accomplished membership organization that serves as a valuable information resource. ProWIN has created a dynamic forum for the exchange of ideas, to enhance women's careers and build beneficial relationships. ProWIN enthusiastically supports the empowerment of professional women and celebrates the success of each member. For more information about ProWIN, please visit www.prowin.com.

(Feb. 5) - The Turknett Leadership Group's 5th Annual Leadership Character Awards, co-sponsored by the Siegel Institute and Kennesaw State University, were held Monday, Feb. 4 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Atlanta. Dr. Deborah Roebuck gave a special greeting following the opening of the event. Dr. Betty Siegel presented the Education Award, a new category added this year. To find out more about the Turknett Leadership Group and the awards, please visit their website at www.turknett.com.

(Feb. 3) - Siegel Institute participated in the KSU Graduate School open house on Saturday, Feb. 2. Attendees found out about the Siegel Institute's Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Ethics, and the nine master's degree partner programs to choose from. The open house was held at the KSU Student Center, University Room (ground floor), 9:00 am - 12 noon. For more information about our Graduate Certificate, contact the admissions counselor, call Joann Trodahl at 678-797-2204 or emal her at jtrodahl@kennesaw.edu.

(Jan. 9) - A new book, Wintering Into Wisdom: A Festschrift for Dr. Betty Lentz Siegel, was released last night at Dr. Siegel's speaking engagement, "Global Ethics & Social Responsibility" at the KSU Center. Wintering Into Wisdom honors her as the emeritus president of Kennesaw State University (1981-2006) with a collection of essays for all leaders, and particularly for those who head educational institutions. The essays by novelist Ferrol Sams, Georgia Senator Johnny Isakson, former President of both Spelman and Bennett Colleges Johnetta Cole, educational psychologist William Purkey, and nine more explore the basis of successful leadership, including its spiritual foundations, its challenges and compromises, and its dependence on personal integrity. The book is available for purchase through KSU Press, Amazon.com and popular booksellers.

(Jan. 9) - Dr. Betty Siegel, one of Georgia's most recognized public figures, engaged her audience at the KSU Center Jan. 8 with compelling and inspirational stories covering recent global escapades since her "retirement" in 2006 from 25 years as KSU President, as well as future plans to increase the volume of her global activities. Watch this website for a podcast of her event, as well as a transcription of her talk. Read more about Dr. Siegel's initiatives.

(Jan. 7) - The Institute's new online Leadership course launched on Monday, January 7. This learning opportunity is for professionals who want to add valuable skills and certification to your resume, and for individuals who desire increased competence as a leader. "Ethical leadership" is a significant branding sought by employers for executive searches, and by managers for promotions. You can enroll in weekly modules, or the full 16-week certificate program. To see course information, click here.

2007

(DEC. 18) - In response to Northside Hospital Cherokee CEO Billy Hayes’ desire to advance his leadership team, the Siegel Institute customized its Ethical Leadership program to meet Northside’s interests.  Dr. Deborah Roebuck and faculty conducted “Northside Hospital Cherokee University” from September - December, 2007.  The courses met weekly, beginning with a look at  understanding oneself and one’s communication and conflict management styles.  The team moved through a study of ethics theories and application in making ethical decisions, including the creation of a Code of Ethics. They identified best practices already in place and developed new leadership action plans relevant to “Modeling the Way,” Challenging the Process,” “Inspiring a Shared Vision,” “Enabling Others to Act,” and “Encouraging the Heart.”   Graduation ceremonies will be held December 19 at the Woodmont Country Club in Woodstock to celebrate the first team of graduates.

(DEC. 18) - Siegel Institute hosted a Siemens Corporation leadership team in a leadership development seminar Monday, Dec. 17. Dr. Deborah Roebuck led the one-day session at the Siegel Institute Learning Center.

(DEC. 13) - Read our December 2007 newsletter...

(NOV. 28) - The Center for Ethics and Corporate Responsibility in the Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University honored Dr. Betty Siegel at the 2007 Ethics Advocate Award Presentation Nov. 28 held at The Carter Center in Atlanta. Dr. Charles M. Brewer received the 2007 Ethics Advocate Award. Dr. Siegel received special recognition for her work through more than two decades leading national and international initiviates encouraging universities to focus on the development of ethical leadership for a global society.

(NOV. 10) - Nominations closed Nov. 26 for the Turknett Leadership Group's 5th Annual Awards in 2008. A new category of Education was added to the Leadership Character Awards this year. The awards luncheon will be held Feb. 4, 2008 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Atlanta. To find out more about the Turnkett Leadership Group (which the Siegel Institute sponsors), please visit their website at www.turknett.com.

(NOV. 9) - Four of Atlanta's best women leaders convened for a panel discussion on "Real, Raw, Relational Power" at the KSU Center Nov. 8. Phyllis Carrera, CEO of HumanArts and author of Journey of My Choosing, moderated the discussion. The panel featured Jacqueline Welch, recipient of the 2007 Women of Excellence Award by Business to Business Magazine, also named as one of Atlanta's 25 Most Powerful Women of 2007 by Atlanta Magazine; CEO of the Edge Connection Patricia Harris, nationally recognized for economic development efforts and awardee of the YWCA of Atlanta's 2007 Academy of Achievement; and President of GH consulting Karen Benjack Glatzer, Advisory Board member for KSU's Executive MBA Program.

(NOV. 2) - Dr. Deborah Roebuck, Executive Director of the Siegel Institute, was the honored recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award presented to her by Hannibal-LaGrange College in Missouri. She graduated from the Class of 1972 where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Business Education, and her Master of Arts in Business Education in 1974.

(OCT. 20) - Ethics in the News - "Conflict of Interest?" Article by Dr. Lois Robley, Professor of Ethics.

(OCT. 19) - The SafeAmerica Foundation expands its headquarters in Marietta with a 6,700 square foot addition named The Siegel Leadership Center for Safety & Health Innovation, Research and Education, in honor of Dr. Betty Siegel, the Foundation's founding chair and long-time supporting friend. The SafeAmerica Institute will focus on developing strategies to meet emerging safety and preparedness issues, as well as provide classroom and instructional facilities to meet the increased demand for community training and teen driver education. For more information, go to www.safeamerica.org.

(OCT. 18) - The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Atlanta honors Dr. Deborah Roebuck with the prestigious position of judge for their annual upcoming Torch Awards. The BBB awards businesses who exhibit outstanding performance in community service, community affairs and marketplace ethics.

(OCT. 17) - The Hardee Center for Leadership and Ethics in Higher Education at Florida State University featured Dr. Betty Siegel as keynote speaker for their fourth annual Stryker Lecture Thursday, Oct. 25 at the College of Medicine, FSU, Tallahassee, Florida. This year's program commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Program in Higher Education at FSU. Dr. Siegel received her Ph.D. from FSU in 1961.

(OCT. 10) - Fortune 500 consultant, author of Airline Without a Pilot: Lessons in Leadership and CEO of Management Advisory Services Harry Nolan spoke at KSU Center Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:00 pm. Mr. Nolan's presentation, "Ethical Leadership vs. Disabling Arrogance," was the October feature in the 2007 Year of Authentic Leadership program for the Why Leadership and Ethics Matter Speakers Series. Watch for news stories.

(SEPT. 30) - Distinguished Chair Dr. Betty Siegel received endorsement by Stephen R. Covey of the Oxford Conclave on Global Ethics program. For more info about the 2007 Oxford Conclave III held in Sundance, Utah Sept. 23-26, see Dr. Siegel's page.

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