Manusaha “Nush” Powell, PhD, CP

What Piracy Can Teach Us About Running a Great Meeting (San Diego & Zoom)

Southern Area Team will host 3 events in 2025California State Association of Parliamentarians (CSAP)Email: csap.southern@gmail.comP﻿hone:  ‪(213) 401-6988‬-﻿-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Schedule for 2024/2025Completed - December 7, 2024 (Zoom), 9:30AM** March 29, 2025 (Hybrid), 10AM-3PM **- Golden Dragon Restaurant, Chinatown, Los Angeles960 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012** July 12, 2025 (Hybrid), 10AM-3PM, Election **- Woodland Hills Fire Station21050 Burbank Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367** Nov 8, 2025 (Hybrid), 10AM-3PM **- YMCA - Santa Anita Family Center501 S Mountain AveMonrovia, CA 91016Leadership for 2024/2025- DirectorGreg Russell(818) 203-1431 greg.russell.nap@gmail.com- Assistant DirectorCindy Wuwu.elmonte@gmail.com- SecretaryJackie Windeswordsink.sandiego@gmail.com- TreasurerRonald Arruejo(805) 822-7250 ronarruejo@gmail.com- ParliamentarianLovene Knight(323) 779-7855 lovenyt5@gmail.com

SOUTHERN AREA - C.S.A. OF PARLIAMENTARIANS

Learn how 17th–18th century pirates used “articles”(bylaws) to settle disputes, run elections, and enforce accountability-meeting tips today

3205 Olive St

Southern Area CSAP — Call to Meeting (Hybrid: In-Person &amp; Zoom) Join the California State Association of Parliamentarians (CSAP), Southern Area for a dynamic hybrid membership meeting designed to strengthen your parliamentary skills and elevate the quality of meetings in your organization, board, or nonprofit. Members and non-members are welcome!<h2>Featured Program</h2>Speaker: Manusaha “Nush” Powell, PhD, CP Professor &amp; Chair of English, Arizona State University American Society for 18th-Century Studies • Parliamentarian • American Institute of Parliamentarians (AIP) Board of DirectorsTopic: What piracy has to teach us about running a good meeting Explore practical, engaging strategies to run meetings that are fair, efficient, and effective—grounded in parliamentary principles and real-world leadership lessons.NAP Credit / CEU: None (AIP and NAP bridge event)<h2>Date &amp; Schedule</h2>Saturday, March 28, 2026 (Hybrid)<ul><li>10:00 AM — Networking &amp; Breakfast</li><li>11:00 AM — Call to Order</li><li>3:00 PM — Program Ends</li></ul><h2>Location (In-Person) + Zoom Option</h2>H. Lee House Cultural Center (Lemon Grove Historical Society) 3205 Olive St, Lemon Grove, CA 91946 Zoom option available for those attending remotely.Parking: Free parking<h2>Tickets</h2><ul><li>$35 — CSAP/NAP Members</li><li>$40 — Non-Members (includes brunch &amp; lunch)</li><li>$0 — Attend via Zoom (free)</li></ul><h2>Problem Clinic (Bring Your Questions!)</h2>Have a parliamentary question that’s been puzzling you? We have a Problem Clinic for that. Please submit your questions in writing, in advance to: Problem Clinic Chair: Shirley Vanderbeck, PRP — legalrabb@aol.com<h2>Who Should Attend</h2><ul><li>Parliamentarians (new or experienced)</li><li>Board members, HOA leaders, nonprofit leaders</li><li>Anyone who wants meetings that run smoother, fairer, and more confidently</li></ul>Bring a friend or colleague—this is a great professional development opportunity and a practical boost for anyone involved in running meetings.Register on this Eventbrite page to save your seat (in-person) or your Zoom spot. <h2>About this event</h2>📣 Southern Area Call to Meeting 📣 Hosted by the Southern Area Team California State Association of Parliamentarians (CSAP)Join us for our Southern Area Call to Meeting, a valuable opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow members and guests. Whether you're new to parliamentary procedure or a seasoned professional, this meeting is designed to support your leadership journey.CSAP, a division of the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP), is dedicated to promoting the study, teaching, and effective use of Robert’s Rules of Order and other recognized parliamentary authorities. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to conduct fair, orderly, and efficient meetings—essential skills for today’s nonprofit leaders, corporate board members, and anyone responsible for facilitating in-person or virtual meetings.This meeting is highly encouraged for those involved in:<ul><li>Nonprofit boards and committees</li><li>Corporate governance</li><li>Community leadership</li><li>Meeting planning and facilitation</li></ul>Come network, get inspired, and strengthen your skills in effective meeting management. We look forward to seeing you there!

Agenda

Check-in & Networking

Call to Meeting - Program Starts

Lunch

Business Meeting

Problem Clinic (Bring Your Situations and We Will Discuss)

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What Piracy Can Teach Us About Running a Great Meeting (San Diego & Zoom)

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