69th Mid Winter Convention

District 20-K1: Lions of Brooklyn & Queens

Guest Speaker

Nadine Bushell

International Director

Join us for an inspiring keynote address that will energize and motivate Lions across Brooklyn and Queens to continue our mission of service.

PDG Leroy Foster

(Chair)

PDG Anthony Cochran

(Vice-Chair)

Event Program

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Exhibits Open

7:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Registration & Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Memorial Service

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Seminars/Workshops

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Open Plenary Session

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

General Plenary Session

Seminars & Workshops

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Session 1

Leading with Agility and Resilience

Adapt leadership strategies for modern challenges

Presenter

GLT Members

Session 2

Let's Get Sociable

Maximize your social media presence

Presenter

Lion Philip Wright & Tech Team

Session 3

Mic Drop Moments: Public Speaking

Deliver impactful presentations with confidence

Presenter

GLT Members

Session 4

Yes, We Can Work This Out! (Conflict Resolution)

Navigate and resolve conflicts effectively

Presenter

PDG Jacqueline Williams

Session 5

From Dues to Doing Good (Financial)

Financial management best practices

Presenter

PDG Ozzie Torres

Session 6

LCIF - Compassion Becomes Action

Learn about Lions Clubs International Foundation

Presenter

Lion Devindra Persaud

Session 7

Membership Mastery – The Growth Lab

Adapt leadership strategies for modern challenges

Presenter

GLT Members

Session 8

Leveraging Storytelling

Adapt leadership strategies for modern challenges

Presenter

GLT Members

Session 9

Empowering Service Through Tools

Utilize technology to enhance service projects

Presenter

Lion Renee Harper

Session 10

Digital Outreach and Branding

Build and strengthen your club's digital identity

Presenter

Lion Carlene Bryan

Sponsors

We gratefully acknowledge the sponsors, candidates, and organizations supporting the 69th Mid-Winter Convention.

Platinum Sponsor

Golden Age Home Care

Sponsors

Mike Yansen Enterprises

Ridgewood Savings Bank

Candidates for 2026–2027 Office in District 20-K1

Candidate for District Governor

Lion Dr. Denise Lloyd

Candidate for 1st Vice District Governor

lion Ty'East Alleyne-Bobb

Candidate for 2nd Vice District Governor

Lion William Williams

District 20-K1 Endorsed Candidate for LCI Director

Past District Governor Oswald "Ozzie" Torres

Community Service Organizations & District 20-K1 Lions Committees

Brandel Murphy Youth Foundation

District 20-K1 Alert Team

District 20-K1 Cancer Committee

District 20-K1 Diabetes Committee

District 20-K1 Foundation

District 20-K1 Mental Health Committee

Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF)

Lions Eye Bank for Long Island

VISIONS / VCB

How to Reach Xaverian High School

By Car

From Manhattan: North BQE to Belt Parkway Exit 1

From Long Island: Belt Parkway to Exit 2

By Public Transit

Bus: B9 or B64

Subway: R Train to Bay Ridge Ave

By NYC Ferry

NYC Ferry to 69th Street stop

15-minute walk to venue

Xaverian High School

7100 Shore Road, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience

Connect with fellow Lions, gain valuable insights, and strengthen our commitment to service at the 69th Mid-Winter Convention.