R U ready for OI-CDC 2013 @ Jewel Runaway Bay?

THE OPTIMIST International Caribbean District Convention - OI-CDC 2013 is one of those events not to be missed. It is packed full of fun, fellowship and masterful training that enhance personal development as well as inspire Optimism. Voluntary service and leadership sure make for an awesome combination.

The children, to whom Optimists have an unflinching commitment and resolute mission to serve, are obviously  priority throughout the year; but when it comes to the annual convention, this is when individual Optimists sharpen their skills, strengthen the collective, and chart new and exciting ways forward on the path to bringing hope and positive vision to the world. Incoming leaders for the 2013-2014 year and fellow Optimists will converge for what strictly speaking should be the 17th such gathering since the Jamaica district was elevated to Caribbean district status in 1996

This year the District Convention will be held at the beautiful and enchanting Jewel Runaway Bay Beach and Golf Resort in St. Ann, Jamaica and generally we are looking forward to what tradition says should be an engaging and fulfilling weekend. 

The confab kicks off on the evening of Friday, August 23 with talent-giving expose of a welcome reception. Saturday morning's edu-taining display of pomp, pageantry and public oratory in the opening ceremony kicks off the official business of the convention which include the training sessions for officers-elect, as well as the general sessions, development workshops and special meetings. Fabulous comes to town on Saturday evening for the enchanting Installation ceremony for the 2013-2014 team to be led by incoming governor, Nutila Simon.  And ending the confab will be the high-energy spirit raising closing session on Sunday August 25. 

Well guess what?  I AM READY… R U? 

Here are a few good reasons why you too should be there:

District convention is an opportunity to charge our batteries! Fellowship, training, motivation… help decide the future of our beloved district. I will be there; you should be too! – IVP Sonia Anderson (St. Ann’s Bay). 

Convention 2013 will be invigorating! Join us as we reflect on the impact we have made on our youth so far and welcome the 2014 team in style. Finish strong! – Governor Lynden Buchanan (Mamee Bay)

We should be at convention for ongoing training, fun, fellowship, meeting the leadership team for 2013/14, excitement, and total involvement. – Governor-Elect Nutilia Simon (St Johns, Antigua).

It is the best way I know to catch up with my Optimist family... to hear all that is happening and has happened over the last year. Awesome fellowship, great training opportunities, and a feeding frenzy of Optimism – PG Joe Benfield (Barbados, Bridgetown).

Convention is the best place to network with peers in your district and foster symbiotic learning about the organization.  – Club president-elect Tetrice Prendergast (Sunset Liguanea).