Administrative Management Group (AMG)

AMG Event | Professional Profile Event
2021-11-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join AMG for our first Professional Profile event of the year. We will have a panel of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) who will discuss their career trajectory, key skills necessary for this role, and advice for those of you who would like to pursue a career as a CFO.

Aki Fujii, Associate Dean & Chief Financial Officer, UCLA Anderson School of Management
Ennily Chan, Chief Financial Officer, UCLA Radiology Department
Moderator: Mark Lucas, Chief Administrative Officer, Departments of Neurobiology and Computational Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

UCLA AMG: Build Your Own Network
2021-12-09 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Do you want to learn how to build your network?
Join the AMG Board for networking and activities where you will learn some useful skills for networking and put those skills to practice. You will come away with a couple of new connections from across campus.

Please RSVP by 12/08/2021, 5:00 pm.

2022 AMG Leadership Conference
2022-05-17 13:00 - 2022-05-18 16:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
UCLA’s Administrative Management Group (AMG), sponsored by Campus Human Resources (CHR), is excited to host the 2022 AMG Leadership Conference on Tuesday, May 17th and Wednesday, May 18th from 1 to 4 p.m. This year’s theme is L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Apply and Demonstrate). Free registration grants access to both days.
Power-packed sessions featuring UCLA leadership from CHR, David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM), UCLA Extension (UNEX), Enrollment Management, Finance, IT Services, UCLA Recreation, a spotlight on campus resources, and more.
This conference is for anyone who leads professional staff, student staff, or is looking to take the next step in leadership.
Schedule at a Glance (full agenda coming soon to amg.ucla.edu):
Day 1: Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Keynote: Martin Jarmond, UCLA Director of Athletics
Day 2: Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Opening Keynote: Youlonda Copeland-Morgan, Vice Provost, Enrollment Management
Closing Keynote: Dr. David McIntosh, Vice Dean, JEDI, DGSOM
Bonus: All guests are invited to participate in a virtual networking session immediately following the conference.
Attendees will qualify for prizes and giveaways including Amazon gift cards, free UCLA Extension courses, and more.

So You Want To Be A Leader?
2022-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join AMG for a candid conversation about what it takes to be a leader, including vision, mission, planning, preparation, collaboration, and celebration. Our session will be interactive. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and get honest answers about what it takes to be a leader. We look forward to having you join us.
AMG Presents:
Youlanda Copeland-Morgan
Vice Provost
Enrollment Management
So You Want To Be A Leader?

Professional Profiles: Assistant Dean Panel
2022-10-25 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join UCLA AMG for our first Professional Profile event of the 2022-2023 year! We will have a panel of Assistant Deans who will discuss their career trajectory, key skills necessary, for this role, and advice for those of you who would like to pursue a career as an Assistant Dean.
Reem Hanna-Harwell, Assistant Dean, Humanities
Sheila Davis, Assistant Dean, School of Nursing
Kathleen Micham, Assistant Dean, Physical Sciences
Moderated by Mark Lucas, AMG Past Chair, with Closing remarks by Grace Fransisca, AMG Events Coordinator.

Team Building and Management During Post-Pandemic Era
2022-11-10 12:00 - 13:00
Dr. Gerrie Zvara is a UCLA alum. She received her B.A. in Psychology with a specialization in Business and Administration. After graduating from UCLA, she moved down south to San Diego to complete her Masters and Ph.D. degrees in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Going to a small private school for her advanced degrees helped her focus and gain the practical experience she needed to build her career. Before coming back to UCLA, Gerrie worked for the City of San Diego Environmental Services and the San Diego District Attorney’s Office as an Organizational Development (OD) and Training specialist. Although she loves San Diego, Gerrie did not hesitate when an opportunity arose to come back to campus. She was the Training and Development manager for Transportation Services (now Events & Transportation) for two years before transitioning to her current department, Organizational Effectiveness and Development. As an internal OE/OD consultant to the UCLA Administration organization, Gerrie has the opportunity to work with all ten departments and individuals from all levels of the hierarchy, which she thoroughly appreciates because it allows her to gain a variety of perspectives on how to make the organization effective. Gerrie is committed to creating a safe environment for individuals and teams to grow beyond their expectations and to realize the impact they have in making an organization successful. She takes pride in her ability to move people and process toward results that will enhance organizational effectiveness and contribute to the strategic goals of the organization. Gerrie is a huge sports fan (Bruins, of course) and loves to attend live theatre, especially musicals. She enjoys spending as much quality time with her family as she can whether it is just hanging out at home binge-watching shows or packing up the trailer and glamping somewhere in California. She loves to travel all over the world but has a special spot in her heart for Hawaii.

UCLA AMG presents Professional Profiles: Student Affairs Officer Panel
2022-12-15 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join UCLA AMG for our next Professional Profile event featuring a panelist of Student Affairs Officers, who will discuss their career trajectory, key skills necessary, for this role, and advice for those of you who would like to pursue a career as a Student Affairs Officer.

Guest Speakers
Jennifer Banawa, Anthropology
Jennifer Banawa is the Graduate Advisor for the Department of Anthropology. Previously, she was the SAO for the Department of Community Health Sciences. She has been a Graduate Advisor for nine years and has been with UCLA as a full-time staff member since 2011. Prior to grad student advising, she worked as a contracts and grants specialist and had a short stint as a recruiter for temporary staffing positions. She is currently completing an MA in Higher Education Administration at the University of Louisville and is a co-facilitator of NACADA’s Advising Community on Graduate & Professional Students (GPS) collaborative group on doctoral students.
Jessica Amaya, College Academic Counseling
Jessica earned her B.A. in Sociology and Ethnic Studies from UC San Diego, and her M.A. in Higher Education Leadership from the University of San Diego. She joined UCLA in 2013 as an undergraduate SAO in the Economics Department, and has served as the College Advising Trainer at CAAC since 2018.
Lisa Lee, Psychology
Lisa Lee is the Graduate Advisor for the Department of Psychology. She received her B.A. from UCLA and her M.A. from Biola University. She has worked in Student Affairs positions in the College since 2011. She has participated in PDP and ACE and has been a board member with Staff Assembly and AGCA.

UCLA Proshare 2023
2023-01-19 12:00 - 13:00

Your Value Proposition, Resume, & Cover Letter
2023-01-24 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Career Skills 101 Workshop Series
This workshop will focus on elevating your resume and cover letter to make it stand out when applying to jobs by
highlighting skills and experiences
Speaker: Marcus Castain
Your Value Proposition, Resume, and Cover Letter Slide Deck

How to Effectively Communicate Your Value Proposition in Interviews
2023-02-17 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Click here to access video and resources

Resources

AMG Presentation 2.17 – Communicating Your Value Proposition
Sample interviewing chart

Career Skills 101 Workshop Series:
How to Effectively Communicate Your Value Proposition in Interviews
Join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with Chris Weber, UCLA Anderson Assistant Dean for Business Transformation, for our second professional skills series workshop, who will lead a discussion on how to effectively communicate your Value Proposition in Interviews.
Preparing for an interview requires knowing your value proposition, understanding what the employer is looking for, and shaping thoughtful, well-organized answers that demonstrate how you will help the company attain their goals.
During this hands-on session, we’ll discuss how to prepare for interviews and practice how to build responses that help you effectively communicate your value proposition to potential employers.
About the Speaker:
Chris serves as the Assistant Dean of Business Transformation for the UCLA Anderson School of Management. In this role, Chris leads the implementation efforts for the school’s strategic plan. He most recently served as the Director of Career Advising and Corporate Outreach in the Parker Career Management Center at UCLA Anderson and joined UCLA staff as an Associate Director of Career Advising at Parker in November 2013.
Prior to joining UCLA Anderson, Chris was a Manager in the Human Capital practice at Deloitte Consulting where he specialized in organizational design, and developing and implementing change management, training, communications and leadership alignment strategies. Chris previously served as the Vice President of Corporate and Revenue Development at United Way Silicon Valley, the Director of Development and Communications for the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center in San Jose, and as both a 2002 Bay Area Corps Member and a Recruitment Director for Teach For America.
Chris received a BA degree from Boston University and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management. He currently serves as a commissioner on the Sustainable Burbank Commission and as a board member for the Burbank YMCA.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisnomiddlenameweber/

Strategies for Advancing Your Career at UCLA
2023-03-23 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with Mildred Treash, Senior Assistant Director for Industry Relations and Experiential Learning and Representative for Finance, Accounting and Consulting Industries at UCLA Career Center. Mildred will be leading a hands-on virtual workshop on finding strategies and resources to advance your career.
UCLA is made up of a variety of schools, departments, and centers that all work together in order to fulfill its mission. Within this ecosystem, you as a UCLA employee have a vast array of career opportunities available that can provide you with meaningful experiences and help you grow. In this workshop, we will discuss how you can develop a plan of action to strategically use your knowledge, career skills, networks, and unique strengths to advance your career at UCLA.
Resources
Your Value Proposition, Resume, and Cover Letter Slide Deck

2023 AMG Leadership Conference
2023-04-10 | UCLA Luskin Conference Center, 425 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
SAVE THE DATE
This leadership conference will provide a full day of keynote speakers and professional development workshops. Both managers and staff will be inspired by fresh ideas and discussion, begin to rethink the status quo, and leave ready to tackle challenges in creative and innovative ways.
Monday, April 10, 2023
UCLA Luskin Conference Center
425 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095

UC AMP Conference 2023
2023-04-16 - 2023-04-18 | Marriott Residence Inn, Berkeley CA, 2121 Center St, Berkeley, CA, 94704
Save the Date!
The 53rd Annual UC AMP Conference
AMPlifying Connections
Hosted by UC Berkeley
Sunday, April 16, 2023, to Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Conference information, including the agenda (in progress), speaker bios, and relevant event updates will be circulated and made available on the UC AMP conference website in the coming weeks: http://uc-amp.org/
The registration fee is $495. You are welcome to register for the conference now: https://ucsf.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6muSWSmrwezdxBQ
Our program will begin with an opening reception the evening of Sunday, April 16 and continue through Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
Hotel group rates start at $229 per night plus tax will be available Sunday, April 16 through Wednesday, April 19. Conference attendees are welcome to reserve their hotel room now via the following link:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1656636055974&key=GRP&app=resvlink
You can read about Residence Inn by Marriott’s health and sanitation precautions on their website: https://clean.marriott.com/
Mark your calendars and be sure to look out for our registration announcement!
Thank you,
UC AMP Systemwide Steering Committee

#iAMGrowing
2023-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
In honor of National Administrative Professionals Day, join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with seven of UCLA professional development treasures! We have seven programs joining us to tell you about the resources they provide administrative staff that are interested in the advancement of their career. You will have an opportunity to learn about programs developed with you in mind, that you may not know existed. Take advantage of what UCLA has to offer, and start your new journey with us.

Administrative Management Group 2023 Staff Excellence Awards
2023-05-12 12:00 - 13:30 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Dear Colleagues:
We are honored to announce this year’s recipients of the 2023 Distinguished Career, Excellence in Leadership (EXCEL), and Rising Star Awards. Each year, the Administrative Management Group (AMG) shines the spotlight on employees dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in their careers. The nominations received this year were outstanding, reflecting the diverse pool of talent across UCLA and making the selection decisions difficult.
Congratulations to all the nominees and the following 2023 AMG Award recipients:
Distinguished Career Award
Lisa Koerbling, Executive Director, Events & Transportation
Honorable Mention:
Deeona Columbia
Graduate Student Affairs Manager
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
Karen Minero
Manager of Training and Outreach
Case Management Services, Student Affairs
Excellence in Leadership (EXCEL) Award
Todd LeGassick, Executive Director, Emergency Medicine, Center for Prehospital Care, UCLA Health
Rising Star Award
Devin Serrano, Superintendent, PreK-12 Programs and Schools, School of Education and Information Studies
View the list of nominees!
Supervisors are encouraged to approve release time so that employees can attend the celebration.
We look forward to celebrating the extraordinary achievements of this year’s recipients of the 2023 AMG Awards.
Sincerely,
Patty Gonzalez Johnson
Chair
Administrative Management Group
Lubbe Levin
Associate Vice Chancellor
Campus Human Resources

AMGreet: Meet the Board
2023-05-18 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA

AMG Networking Event | #AMemeGig
2023-07-05 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
CELEBRATE NATIONAL WORKAHOLICS DAY BY TAKING A BREAK WITH YOUR AMG BOARD.
JOIN US FOR A NETWORKING EVENT, GET TO KNOW YOUR PEERS AT UCLA!

Navigating Change
2023-08-10 12:00 - 13:00
Join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with UCLA CORE Trainer,
Nickle Van Wormer, MS for a workshop around Navigating Change.
his workshop will provide you with a deeper understanding of the
phases that people experience during significant change. We will
review strategies that can be applied immediately to leverage those
reactions and effectively navigate through challenging times.
Nickle Van Wormer is a Sr. Learning and Development Specialist at
UCLA Health. He has 18 years of learning and organizational
development experience. At UCLA Health he has led the launch of
the Employee Engaging Survey, and is currently focused on employee
engagement initiatives.
Questions: amgbruin@ucla.edu

The Art (and Practice) of Public Speaking
2023-08-24 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Have you struggled with public speaking, and not found a way to improve? Are you interested in growing as a leader, but not sure how to do so?
Either way, Toastmasters is an organization with approaches to build your confidence, tackle bad habits, and hone your technique as a public speaker. Join a talk with Christophe LaBelle to learn more about what
Toastmasters is, how it works, and the value it can offer you. Come ready to receive public speaking tips and tricks, and put them to the test in a safe and supportive environment!
Christophe LaBelle (he/him/his) works in the UCLA campus Office of Sustainability as an Analyst. Christophe primarily conducts research and analysis in support of UCLA and UC-wide environmental policies. He also manages a monthly newsletter and website for the office, and engages the campus community in sustainability programs and practices that reduce pollution and waste, while improving efficiency and equity.
Christophe LaBelle
Sustainability Analyst
UCLA Office of Sustainability

Public Speaking in a Virtual Environment
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with UCLA CORE Trainer, Nickle Van Wormer, Ms for a workshop around Public Speaking in a Virtual Environment. This workshop is the second part of our CORE series. Learn the secrets of public speaking for a virtual environment, how to transfer in-person public speaking skills to an online platform, how to use online tools to connect with your audience, and how to effectively use video conferencing features.
Nickle Van Wormer is a Senior Learning and Development Specialist at UCLA Health. He has 18 years of learning and organizational development experience. At UCLA Health, he has led the launch of the Employee Engagement Survey and is currently focused on employee engagement initiatives.

Future Proof Leadership
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join us for an exploration of the supracultural leadership concepts that were true one hundred years ago, are still true today, and will continue to be true in the future. This talk considers the significance of becoming future-proof leaders oneself and cultivating future-proof leadership in others. This presentation will discuss the distinguishing characteristics that leaders of every organization will require to secure the trust and respect of the people they manage, as well as to sustain the organization’s present and solidify its future.
Michael V. Jenkins has worked with UCLA Health for over ten years and is currently the Manager of IT Risk Operations for the UCLA Health Sciences enterprise. He also holds the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees. Michael is a seasoned leadership consultant and a frequent speaker at regional, state, and national conferences.

Michael V. Jenkins, Ph.D., GSLC
Manager
IT Security Risk Operations

#AMGrounding Putting an End to Unproductive Meetings
2023-11-03 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Ending Unproductive Virtual Meetings (Slide Deck)
Chava Martinez Senior
Learning and Development Specialist
UCLA Health
Join AMG for a virtual lunch-hour session with UCLA CORE Trainer Chava Martinez for a workshop around Grounding and putting an end to unproductive meetings to avoid burnout. This workshop will provide you with a deeper understanding of the phases we experience during burnout. We will review strategies that can be applied immediately to leverage those reactions and effectively navigate through burnout, grounding ourselves and putting an end to unproductive meetings.
Chava (pronounced Hava ) has been with UCLA Health since 2016 and is a Senior Learning and Development Specialist with the Talent Management team. Chava’s areas of expertise include Leadership Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, and building workplace relationships. She provides learners with practical tools that help them enhance their work-life while building healthier connections with all those we serve.

ProShare 2024 Application Due Nov 30th
2023-11-24 08:00 - 17:00
UCLA AMG: ProShare 2024
WHAT IS PROSHARE?
Proshare is a signature initiative sponsored by the Administrative Management Group (AMG) available to all UCLA staff. Every year, ProShare brings interested staff together in small groups for a 6-month networking and support program from January to June. Longer meetings are welcome if it is feasible for the group. Given the hybrid nature of staff schedules, some or all of the group meetings may take place over Zoom to share successful workplace practices and resources within a confidential and supportive setting. Participants have experienced professional growth, built stronger networks across the university, and learned more about different UCLA departments, divisions, and offices.
WHAT WILL I GAIN FROM BEING PART OF THIS PROGRAM?
In addition to meeting new colleagues from across UCLA and bringing your specific areas of interest to your group’s meetings, you will build relationships with a brain trust you can call upon in the future. By attending meetings hosted by different UCLA staff, you will gain knowledge about the breadth and depth of university operations. Particularly with the changing nature of hybrid work, the need to stay connected is greater than ever. ProShare can play a crucial role in helping you remain focused on professional and personal growth while building authentic relationships and discovering new opportunities. In addition to the connections and knowledge that group members will take away, individuals who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.
WHAT DO THESE GROUPS DO?
Following the program launch in January, groups typically of 4-6 members will meet once per month through the duration of the program. Each month, the meeting will be hosted by a different group member who will determine the agenda and topics to be discussed. Typical meetings may include (but are not limited to):

A tour of the host’s facility or office, either virtually or in-person
A short presentation by the host about their division/department/office and their role
Confidential discussion focusing on issues the host is currently managing and a dialogue with the group about possible solutions and resources
A safe space for the group members to bring their own issues to seek feedback and advice
Mental health check and discussion of best practices that group members have found useful in managing stress at work
Share professional development resources
Optional group projects to be presented at the end of the program period

WHEN ARE THE MEETINGS?
There is a kick-off meeting at the beginning of the program in January, where you will be introduced to your group and determine meeting times, meeting format, and team norms. There will be a celebratory wrap-up meeting in June when the program concludes, where groups will share insights they have gained and goals they have set for their continued professional growth. In addition, there will be monthly meetings (virtual or in-person as determined by the group) hosted by each member. Because of the nature of the program, every effort must be made by each member to be present at all meetings. It is also essential that you communicate with your team in a timely manner any issues that may come up that may impact your participation in meetings. Meetings are an important part of this program. If your schedule is regularly impacted by unpredictable changes, this may not be the program for you.
WHAT HAVE INDIVIDUALS GAINED BY PARTICIPATING IN PROSHARE?
Check out the ProShare testimonial page here.
HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR PROSHARE?
Click here for the ProShare application.
WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Questions? Email us at amgbruin@ucla.edu. Please put “ProShare” in the subject line.
Do you know UCLA colleagues who would like to further develop their UCLA careers? If so, please forward this email to them and encourage them to join the AMG listserv and participate in the ProShare program.

Applications are due Thursday, November 30, 2023.
Apply Now

The Ideal Team Player
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
In the book The Ideal Team Player, Patrick Lencioni focuses on the individual members of a team and showcases the three virtues that make some people one step ahead of others. The three virtues that embody this individual are humility, hunger, and smartness. Humble is the foundation of effective teamwork. This individual is not driven by recognition or ego; rather, they are willing to put the team before them. Hungry is how this person strives to be better and shows a strong, balanced work ethic. They are motivated to do more than what’s asked of them and take the initiative to reach the team’s goals. Lastly, being smart is about being emotionally intelligent. This person has a high awareness of what’s happening around them and in-tuned with their team’s emotions. In summary, these three virtues combined encompass what an ideal team player personifies and create a powerful force for innovation, collaboration, and achievement within any team.

Save the Date: UC AMP Annual Conference
2024-03-10 - 2024-03-12 | UC Riverside, Riverside, CA, 92507, United States
We are excited to announce the upcoming UC AMP Annual Conference, which will be held in Riverside, California, from March 10th to March 12th, 2024. We invite you to mark your calendars and save the date for this highly anticipated event.
Date: March 10-12, 2024
Location: Riverside Conference Center, Downtown Riverside
Accommodations: The historic and luxurious Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
As we look ahead to the 2024 conference, we are thrilled to share some exciting developments. This year’s conference theme is “Balancing Act: Navigating Success, Well-being, and Purpose.” We are carefully curating a program that will delve into this theme from various perspectives, offering valuable insights and practical strategies for all systemwide participants.
What will make this conference truly special is our commitment to harnessing the collective knowledge and expertise within our UC AMP community. For the first time, we are inviting our AMP colleagues to submit proposals for talks and presentations. This presents an excellent opportunity for you to share your expertise, insights, and experiences with your peers during the breakout sessions. We believe that your contributions will enrich the conference experience and elevate our collective understanding of the conference theme and look forward to receiving your proposal in response to the call, which is forthcoming.
Key points of the 2024 UC AMP Annual Conference:
Conference Theme: “Balancing Act: Navigating Success, Well-being, and Purpose”
Call for Proposals: We encourage you to consider submitting a proposal to present as a subject matter expert. Further details and submission guidelines will be shared soon, but start those creative engines now!
Networking: The conference offers unparalleled networking opportunities with your fellow UC AMP members and leaders in the field.
Professional Growth: Gain valuable knowledge and skills to enhance your role as a management professional within the UC system.
We will provide more information about registration, the call for proposals, and the full conference agenda in the coming months. In the interim, please visit the conference website at https://uc-amp.org for preliminary information and check out the Riverside Conference Center at https://riversidecvb.com/conventioncenter/ and the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa at https://www.missioninn.com/ for a glimpse of our venues.
Thank you for your continued dedication in all that you do, and we look forward to seeing you in Riverside in March 2024.

Unpacking the Value of Mentoring
2024-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Marian Gabra, Ph.D.Director, Advisor Training &Professional Development
Join AMG and Dr. Gabra as we explore the value of mentoring and how it fosters personal and professional growth. The session will demonstrate how to seek mentors and how to cultivate those relationships.
In today’s dynamic professional landscape, mentorship has emerged as a powerful catalyst for personal and professional growth. Join us in this insightful workshop as we delve into the intricate layers of mentorship, exploring its multifaceted value and impact on individuals’ journeys toward success.
Some key highlights that will be discussed during the workshop: understanding the essence of mentorship, navigating the mentorship landscape, and cultivating meaningful mentor-mentee relationships.
This workshop is ideal for individuals at all career stages seeking guidance on finding the right mentor and interested in becoming a mentor, as well as those who are looking for valuable perspectives and actionable strategies to unlock the full potential of mentorship in your life and career.

2024 AMG Annual Leadership Conference
2024-04-24 08:00 - 16:00 | Carnesale Commons, 251 Charles E Young Drive West, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
REIMAGINING LEADERSHIP TODAY
FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
This leadership conference will provide a full day of keynote speakers and professional development workshops. Both managers and staff will be inspired by fresh ideas and discussion, begin to rethink the status quo, and leave ready to tackle challenges in creative and innovative ways.

This year’s conference theme considers what it means to lead in a post-pandemic world, where leaders are faced with the challenges of managing hybrid work, recruiting for and retaining staff, encouraging low staff engagement, and leading with empathy through mental illness and burnout, amongst many other hurdles. At the same time, the theme celebrates the opportunities we have as leaders to shape our workplaces into an environment where all our staff thrive and grow as leaders as we serve UCLA. This conference is open to all UCLA staff. Continental breakfast and a lunch buffet will be served.

2024 AMG Excel Awards Ceremony
2024-06-07 12:00 - 13:30 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
We are honored to announce this year’s recipients of the 2024 Distinguished Career Award, the Excellence in Leadership (EXCEL) Award, and the Rising Star Award. Each year, the Administrative Management Group (AMG) shines the spotlight on employees who have been dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in their careers at UCLA. We received many outstanding nominations this year.
Congratulations go to the following 2024 AMG award recipients:
For the Distinguished Career Award:

Paul Abramson, Director, Central Ticket Office
Michael Deluca, Associate Vice Chancellor, Campus Life

For the Excellence in Leadership (EXCEL) Award:

Kathleen Micham, Associate Dean of Finance & Administration, Physical Sciences

For the Rising Star Award:

Uyen Ha, Management Services Officer, Department of Community Health Sciences

All award nominees will be recognized in a virtual ceremony scheduled for Friday, June 7, 2024 from 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Please RSVP at: https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvcOmsqjkqHt03p1dkT5pSZ7cTneayWQgt.
To view the list of nominees, visit the AMG website at: http://amg.ucla.edu/.
Supervisors are encouraged to approve release time so that employees can attend the celebration on June 7, 2024, provided that the absence would not infringe upon the performance of required job duties.
We look forward to celebrating the extraordinary achievements of this year’s recipients of the 2024 AMG Awards.

Sincerely,

Gina Romero
Chair
Administrative Management Group
Lubbe Levin
Associate Vice Chancellor
Campus Human Resources

Breaking Down Self Care
2024-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Join UCLA AMG (Administrative Management Group) and UCLA RISE Center (Resilience in Your Student Experience) for this lunchtime session on “Breaking Down Self Care.” We encourage you to take this time to care for yourself as we enter the busy fall season! This workshop will help staff dig into the concepts of wellness and self care.
Staff will create their own definitions of wellness by considering personal and cultural factors; learn to identify their own stressors and stress warning signs; learn the difference between self-soothing and self-care; and break down the different aspects of caring for oneself. Staff will walk away with a deeper understanding of wellness and their own self-care toolkit.
Our presenter, Joshua Mayfield (he/him), is the Interim RISE Program Director. Josh was born and raised in Long Beach, California. He has always been passionate about people, community, and the ways in which we “do life together”. After completing his BBA in Business Administration in Marketing, he moved to Juneau, Alaska where he volunteered for a year at a youth center. That year changed his life, leading him to Boston College where he obtained his Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry with an emphasis in Pastoral Care and Counseling. With his degree he worked at his alma mater, Loyola Marymount University within the office of Campus Ministry. Seeking more opportunity to serve college students and work in the field of mental health, Josh gladly accepted a position at RISE where he is so happy to continue community building and walking with college students.

Leader Coaching Essentials Workshop: Asking Empowering Questions and Active Listening
2024-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | AMG Zoom Event, UCLA
Activate your leadership potential by empowering those you lead through coaching. Join our interactive workshop to explore the essentials of a coaching leadership style, including asking empowering questions and practicing active listening.
In this engaging session, you’ll learn to seamlessly integrate these skills into your daily routine, enhancing your leadership effectiveness while fostering a culture of continuous growth and excellence within your team. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your impact as a leader!
Lachelle Buford, Clinic Learning Coach Manager, has been with UCLA Health since 2021 and has over 20 years of experience working with leaders. Prior to joining the Learning and Organizational Development team, she served as the Human Resources Business Partner for UCLA Health’s FPG Finance division, as well as in similar roles at UCOP and UCI Health. Lachelle’s background also includes experience in other industries, such as financial management and technology. Throughout her career, Lachelle’s responsibilities have included being a strategic advisor, consultant, and coach to leaders across various teams. Her work has focused on people management practices, including change management initiatives, talent development and management strategies, HR integration and practice implementation, performance management, and building effective teams. Lachelle holds a master’s degree in business administration and is certified in leadership coaching through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Her passion lies in helping individuals and teams find solutions to challenges and overcome obstacles, ultimately contributing to their overall success.
