Participatory Leadership is being called for in businesses, non--‐profit organizations, schools, communities and families. Most of the problems and issues we are facing today in our organizations and communities can only find creative & wise solutions in collaboration with others. The Art of Hosting and harvesting conversations that cultivate mutual respect and create wise, long term solutions is a participatory approach used worldwide. In this highly interactive workshop, we will explore principles of group dynamics and the methods that activate collective intelligence. You will be introduced to and experience participatory approaches such as Open Space, World Café and Circle Way.

Wednesday, July 17 from 9 am – 4  pm OU Baker Center.

Who should attend? Leaders, managers, facilitators, teachers, parents, community builders, public officials, social innovators, young, emerging leaders, & anyone attracted to the call!

Purpose:

•           To experience and learn about hosting meaningful conversations as a key leadership capacity - individual

•           To connect with each other and support our community collaborations - collective

•           To increase our capacity to work together on some of our toughest issues - community

2012 Audit Report

Dr. Vipin Koshal,  Kerry Pigman, and Scott Robe

The membership of the Athens Foundation elected three new members to the Board of Directors at Tuesday’s Annual meeting which was held at 5:30 pm at the OU Baker Center Ballroom on January 29, 2013. Outgoing board member and Treasurer Scott Nisely was recognized for his eight years of service to the foundation.

New members include Dr. Vipin Koshal, Kerry Pigman and Scott Robe. Cardiologist Vipin B. Koshal, DO, is affiliated with MidOhio Cardiology and Vascular Consultants (MOCVC), a specialty practice of OhioHealth with offices in O'Bleness' Cornwell Center, as well as in Columbus, Ohio. He returned to his hometown of Athens with his wife Bela and two sons.

Kerry Pigman is the President and Chief Operating Officer at ED MAP in Nelsonville. Kerry fell in love with Athens as a student at Ohio University, and has called it home for almost 20 years. Kerry and her husband, Ryan, have three sons. Kerry looks forward to supporting the community through the important work of The Athens Foundation, as well as through her involvement as a board member of Athens Professionals for Philanthropy.

Scott Robe is a graduate of Ohio University (1984), has practiced law in Athens for 22 years, and is a member of the Ohio, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Bars.  He and his wife are the parents of 10 children. Robe will replace Nisely as Treasurer.

Join us Thursday, May 9 from 11:30 -1 at Walter Hall, OU to celebrate the Athens Foundation's 2013 Spring Grantees and honoring Cornwell Awardees. As guest arrive, they will enjoy music by Boys of the Hock.  Please RSVP to Susan Urano, Executive Director: 740-594-6061 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by May 7. We hope to see you there!