“Very few give such a large amount of their valuable time and effort to the community like Deborah Sawyer does. She is not only a respected member of our economic development ecosystem, but also a true friend with whom collaboration has proven to be mutually rewarding.”
About
As a CEO Mentor and Strategist at Vistage Worldwide, Inc., I challenge and inspire CEOs…
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Here's how you can navigate through uncertain times as an entrepreneur.
Trust is the #1 during times of change and uncertainty. It is the foundation that holds relationships, teams, and organizations together through thick and thin. As a leader, maintaining that trust can make or break your success. This is true, no matter the size of the organization. There must be a connection between leadership and employees. At the core, that relationship is established — and destroyed — based on the level of trust. It is necessary to ensure cooperation and commitment to the mission at hand. How do we warrant trust? Encourage open communication, share information, be authentic, and have high integrity. The way we make and manage commitments and reliability is at the core of building and rebuilding trust.
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➡️ 20% of managers want out—not because they can’t lead, but because they weren’t prepared to lead. These are the “accidental managers”—talented…
➡️ 20% of managers want out—not because they can’t lead, but because they weren’t prepared to lead. These are the “accidental managers”—talented…
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What if your smallest decision today transformed your entire organization? Every decision creates ripples. Those ripples spread when leaders…
What if your smallest decision today transformed your entire organization? Every decision creates ripples. Those ripples spread when leaders…
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🚫 Ignorance, not fear, is the greatest threat to effective leadership. In my experience advising CEOs on organizational change, I've seen how…
🚫 Ignorance, not fear, is the greatest threat to effective leadership. In my experience advising CEOs on organizational change, I've seen how…
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2023 Gala Queen
Tech Titans
- Present 2 years
Science and Technology
I lead the 2023 Tech Titans Gala Committee in support of recognizing the best and brightest in the North Texas Technology Community. The 2023 Gala will be on September 14.
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Executive Committe and Member of the Board
Tech Titans
- Present 10 years
Economic Empowerment
Tech Titans is the largest technology trade association in Texas, representing a quarter million employees through its 300 member companies. Tech Titans strengthens the North Texas’ technology community by acting as the innovation hub for entrepreneurs, universities and corporations. Tech Titans continues to prove that 'Technology lives here' by growing future tech leaders with its talent and workforce development initiative, advocating technology's advancement in governmental arenas, and…
Tech Titans is the largest technology trade association in Texas, representing a quarter million employees through its 300 member companies. Tech Titans strengthens the North Texas’ technology community by acting as the innovation hub for entrepreneurs, universities and corporations. Tech Titans continues to prove that 'Technology lives here' by growing future tech leaders with its talent and workforce development initiative, advocating technology's advancement in governmental arenas, and connecting people and inspiring ideas through its programs and special interest groups.
As an Executive Committee member, I serve as the 2019 Chair of our prestigious Tech Titans Awards Gala which honors innovation here in North Texas. In 2015, I was named Board Member of the Year. -
Past Chair, and Member of the Finance Committee
RICHARDSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
- Present 11 years 6 months
Arts and Culture
Our Mission: To inspire, educate and excite our audience with exceptional musical performances.
Founded in 1961, the Richardson Symphony has grown with the DFW metroplex and is recognized as one of the premiere orchestras of the region. It is the resident symphony of the Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts and offers a variety of classical and pops concerts each season programmed to appeal to the varied audiences of the area.
Throughout its history, the orchestra has been…Our Mission: To inspire, educate and excite our audience with exceptional musical performances.
Founded in 1961, the Richardson Symphony has grown with the DFW metroplex and is recognized as one of the premiere orchestras of the region. It is the resident symphony of the Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts and offers a variety of classical and pops concerts each season programmed to appeal to the varied audiences of the area.
Throughout its history, the orchestra has been known for its innovative programming and as a showplace for brilliant up-and-coming talent. Many notable artists have made their DFW symphony debut with the RSO, including cellist Yo-Yo Ma, violinist Nadia Solaerno-Sonnenberg and pianist Behzod Abduraimov.
In addition to the critically-acclaimed season performances, the Richardson Symphony is also widely regarded as a leader in education and community outreach programs. The Lennox International Young Artists Competition annually draws talented young performers from around the world. The orchestra is also actively involved in elementary education programs in the Richardson Independent School District and in programs benefiting students at area universities.
The Orchestra is supported by a dedicated Board of Directors, the Richardson Symphony League/Debutantes/Honor Guard members and other community volunteers, all of whom play a vital role in the success of the Richardson Symphony.
It was my honor to have served as the Chair of this wonderful Symphony. -
Vice President, Board Member and Governor CRCE
American Association of Singapore
- 1 year 8 months
Bridging the Community. Since our founding in 1917, the American Association of Singapore has served as the bridge to the expat community and the cross-roads to our geographic region. Our dynamic organization welcomes all expats to promote multiculturalism through resources, publications and networking.
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FSU College of Social Sciences and Public Policy
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The College has just turned 40, and while our past is something at which to marvel, our future is even brighter.
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Richardson Symphony Orchestra
Chair
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Tech Titans
Tri-Chair, Programs Committee: Nominations Chair, Tech Titans Awards; Board member
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