2025 Seminar Descriptions
Friday Evening Seminars
First Timers Orientation (Friday @ 5:30pm) – Join us for an engaging session designed to help you navigate the conference like a pro! Meet fellow newcomers, get insider tips, and unlock the best experience possible. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect and thrive! Presenters: 1VDG Patt Goerke & Lion Kim Papp
LEBW Transporter Training (Friday @ 5:30pm) – All Eye Transporters for the Wisconsin Lions Eye Bank must be Certified. Attend this session to fulfill your training and complete your certification which is good for 2 years. Presenter: LEBW
Saturday Morning Seminars
Diabetic Cooking (Saturday @ 10 in Fieldstone East) – Join us for a delicious diabetic cooking class, where you’ll learn to create flavorful, health-conscious meals that are easy to prepare! Discover tips and recipes to make your kitchen a haven for diabetes-friendly dining. Presenter: PIS Lynn Klug
State of WI Liquor Commission (Saturday @ 10 in Fieldstone West) – Stay informed about the latest legal updates affecting your organization at our seminar on changes in laws for both permanent facilities and temporary events. Join us to ensure your club remains compliant and thrives in the evolving regulatory landscape. Presenter: State of WI Department of Revenue
Starting a Leo Club (Saturday @ 10 in Woodland A/B) – Unlock the secrets to launching a successful Leo Club in our seminar led by an expert who has started over 18 clubs! Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and inspiration to empower the next generation of leaders in your community. Presenter: PDG Pam Graney
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & How it can change Lions (Saturday @ 10 in Woodland C/D) – AI can revolutionize Lions. This session will help you understand how AI can streamline your projects & communication, enhance member engagement, supercharge your marketing, and create more impact in your club’s service. Presenter: PDG Daniel Marney Elkins
Saturday Afternoon Seminars
Helen Keller “A Life Nearly Lost” (Saturday @ 2:45 in Fieldstone East) – This program begins with the blind and deaf Helen being led to the podium where she recites excerpts from the 1925 speech Helen gave to the International Lions Convention. The program continues in third person as Jessica tells the audience of Helen’s life and experiences. Presenter: Jessica Michna
Movin’ on Up: Leadership Beyond Your Club (Saturday @ 2:45 in Fieldstone West) – Explore cabinet positions and discover how to get involved in district activities. Connect with fellow Lions and elevate your leadership skills to create a greater impact in our communities! Presenters: 1VDG Patt Goerke & 2VDG Patti Redlin
Service = Membership (Saturday @ 2:45 in Woodland A/B) – Embrace our theme, “Take Action, Serve!” and discover innovative strategies to prioritize service as a powerful tool for retaining and growing your membership. Join us to explore how impactful service initiatives can inspire engagement, strengthen connections, and elevate your club’s presence in the community. Presenter: PDG Daniel Marney Elkins
We are Aging Out, Where will we be in 10 years? (Saturday @ 2:45 in Woodland C/D) – As nearly 50% of Lions are aged 65 and older, it’s crucial to address the changes needed today to secure a vibrant future for our organization. Join us to explore strategies that will empower us to adapt, attract new members, and ensure the longevity and relevance of our service for generations to come! Presenter: PDG Judy Hatz
Lions Eye Bank of WI (Saturday @ 2:45 in the Hearthside Room) – Come learn how the Lions in District 27-A1 are part of the cure for corneal blindness here in Wisconsin, the United States and around the world. We will share the impact you have on our organization through your volunteer work in the Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin transporter program and the financial support your district provides so we can continue to give the gift of sight. Presenters: Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin board chair PDG Don Drew & Lion Adam Crowson
