US Variety's National Conference
is a fabulous learning and sharing opportunity.
Since so much of Variety's work is done on the local level
in a grassroots way, it is important that we
gather together once a year to share ideas and learn what
is happening in the marketplace.
Many ideas for fundraising and programs have come
out of these meetings, as well as lifelong friendships and partnerships.
The National Conference is the perfect
place to share the "Variety Spirit" with a newly hired Executive Director
or a newly elected President or other board members.
The conference takes place in a different location
each year as a local chapter of Variety plays host to the conference,
and the entire organization benefits
by learning about their programs and capabilities. Variety truly is an
extended family of volunteers who share a common goal - organizing
likeminded members
of their community in support of children in need.
Above and Left: Views of the beautiful and historic
Omni Willian Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh,
host site of the 2007 Annual National Leadershiip
Conference.