President, International Peace & Security Institute  President and Founder of the International Peace & Security Institute (IPSI), an international nongovernmental organization dedicated to training leaders in the peace and security fields to be ready for the challenges that confront them in the real world.  IPSI curricula are designed to be rigorous, substantive learning experiences that provide trainees with the tools they need to make peace reality. Cameron also works with large-scale institutions, governments, and multilateral organizations to develop policies and procedures on best leadership and peacebuilding practices, then designs high-impact tailored training materials (both face-to-face and online) to operationalize that vision. Providing the strategic leadership for IPSI, he built and maintains a high-level Board of Directors and Board of Advisors consisting of the conflict field’s elite theoreticians and practitioners; he is in constant communication with Boards to remain on the cutting edge of thought and practice in the field, then translates that into high-impact adult education structures. Cameron is Chief Editor of the "Peace & Security Report," a weekly free e-publication that provides executive style briefs on global peace and security news; in its 5th year, the publication has an estimated global readership of between 40-60k per week. Before founding IPSI, Cameron worked with the World Bank, CEWARN, the U.S. Department of State, and The Carter Center.  He has a B.A. from Emory University and a M.A. from the University of Bradford, UK.  Cameron is an adjunct professor at the George Washington University and Georgetown University; he is a Rotary World Peace Fellow Alumnus.  Cameron was named as one of the 2012 "top 99 under 33" most influential foreign policy professionals and is a Fellow at the Truman National Security Project.

 

It is my honor to announce the nomination of Amando J. Chapa as the District Governor for the 2021-2022 Rotary Year. Amando is a member of the Rotary Club of Edinburg..

 

Amando is currently retired from the 3M Corporation as a Industrial Business Specialist for the Maquiladora South Texas / Northern Mexico after 30 years of service. A graduate of UT-Pan American Edinburg in 1983 (BBA) Finance Major and currently received his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) in 2010 from Kaplan University Iowa. Amando joined the Rotary Club of Edinburg in September 2010 and is Past President from 2013-2014. He received the Rotary District Service Award promoting the Rotary Foundation and its Goals in 2015. A Paul Harris Fellow+3, Sustaining Member, and served as District Conference Chair in 2015. Past Assistant District Governor 2014-2017. Amando is currently our Rotary District 5930 as District Trainer. Amando is married to Susana Solis from Harlingen and they have a son, Joseph Daniel Chapa.

 

Amando brings his energy and passion for Rotary in everything he does.

 

The nominating committee did an outstanding job of nominating Amando to serve District 5930. According to the Rotary Code of Policies, there is a 14 day challenge period after which Amando's nomination becomes official. 

 

Rotary Manual of Procedure: 14.020.8. Challenging Candidates.

Any club in the district which has been in existence for at least one year as of the beginning of that year may also propose a challenging candidate for governor nominee provided this club has previously suggested such candidate to the nominating committee. A club in existence for less than one year as of the beginning of that year may propose a challenging candidate provided such candidate is a member of that club and the challenging candidate must have been duly suggested to the nominating committee. The name of the challenging candidate shall be submitted pursuant to a resolution by the club adopted at a regular meeting. The club must file the resolution with the governor by the date determined by the governor. Such date shall be not more than 14 days after publication of the announcement of the selection for governor-nominee by the governor.

 

For your use I have attached a link to the Rotary Manual of Procedure should you want to learn more about this process. https://my.rotary.org/en/learning-reference/about-rotary/governance-documents

Yours in Rotary Service, Andy

 

 

 

Holiday Greetings to all District 5930 President Elect (PE)s and President Nominees(PN). It's hard to believe but PETS (President Elect Training Seminar) is just around the corner. Registration is now open www.lonestarpets.org. There is also a link to reserve your hotel room. Please register now! 

 

PETS starts on Thursday night with optional seminars on subjects like Rotary Basics, Rotary Foundation 101, Membership Matters, Rotary Public Image, and more! A complete listing is on the registration page on the website.

 

Friday is "District" Day when all PE's and PN's from our District will meet together in preparation for Rotary year 2019-20. We are planning a full day of interactive seminars and great speakers.

 

Saturday is when PE's will be grouped with PE's of similar size clubs to yours to discuss issues and ideas that apply to you. PN's will be grouped with other PN's. It's a full day of interactive learning and idea exchange.

 

All Friday and Saturday meals are included in your registration. Speakers at the meals will inspire and motivate you to lead your club to new heights in your year as president.

 

We have the opportunity for 2019-2020 to be a banner year for our clubs and the District. Start out right by attending PETS!

 

Please feel free to contact District 5930 Governor Elect - Ellison Crider if you have any questions.