
A LEADERSHIP training seminar titled "Empowering True Leadership for Optimum Performance" was successfully held on May 18, 2024, at the PhilTown Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City.
The event featured two esteemed resource speakers, Dr. Cesar Z. Gamba and Atty. Shaun Ma. Celina Pizarro-Vera, focusing on key topics related to proactive leadership and effective meeting management using parliamentary rules respectively.
Dr. Gamba, a respected leadership expert, led a session on empowering true leadership for optimum performance, emphasizing the importance of being a proactive leader in today's dynamic business landscape.
Participants, including tri-media practitioners and LGU officials from Cagayan de Oro and Gingoog City, gained valuable insights on taking initiative, making informed decisions, and driving positive change within their organizations.
Lawyer and Brgy Patag Councilor Pizarro-Vera shared parliamentary procedures: the do’s and don’t s in conducting session.
Attendees learned essential skills for conducting meetings, managing discussions, and making decisions in a structured and efficient manner.
Pizarro-Vera's expertise highlighted the significance of adhering to parliamentary procedures to ensure fairness, transparency, and productivity in meetings.
Initiated by Radio Lampornas station manager Dr. Ronnie Waniwan, the seminar provided a valuable platform for participants to enhance their leadership skills, exchange ideas, and engage in interactive sessions with the resource speakers.
The attendees actively participated in discussions, asking questions, and sharing their experiences to deepen their understanding of proactive leadership and meeting management best practices.
Waniwan said feedback from the participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing appreciation for the practical insights and actionable strategies presented during the seminar.
"The event proved to be a significant learning opportunity for attendees, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in their respective roles as local leaders and practicing journalists," according to Waniwan.
By bringing together tri-media practitioners from Cagayan de Oro and Gingoog City, the seminar fostered collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking opportunities among participants.
Waniwan stressed that the event served as a platform for building stronger professional relationships and enhancing leadership capabilities within the local community.
Looking ahead, the organizers, according to Waniwan, plan to continue hosting similar training seminars and workshops to further empower individuals in leadership roles and promote effective governance practices.
He also added that by investing in the development of leadership skills and promoting best practices in meeting management, the organizers aim to drive positive change and enhance performance across various sectors in the region.
The success of the "Empowering True Leadership for Optimum Performance" seminar underscores the importance of continuous learning and professional development in driving organizational growth and success.
Through ongoing initiatives and collaborations, Waniwan explained that the participants are better equipped to lead with confidence, navigate challenges effectively, and inspire positive change in their workplaces and communities.




