UF/IFAS Dean for Extension Seminar & Town Hall Links
Dr. Gregg Hadley
The Dean for Extension campus visits conclude this week with Dr. Gregg Hadley interviewing on March 25th – 26th. Each candidate’s visit includes a Seminar and two Town Hall meetings with stakeholders. In order to attend one or more of these sessions with Dr. Hadley, please register by clicking the link below for each session you wish to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting information as well the option to add the meeting to your calendar. If you are unable to attend, a recording of each candidate’s seminar will be made available as soon as possible after Dr. Hadley’s interview concludes.
Registration Links:
Seminar – March 25, 2021 10:30 – 11:30 am
Register for Dean, Extension Seminar – Dr. Gregg Hadley
Stakeholder Town Hall #1 – March 25, 2021 4:15 – 5:15 pm (hosted in G001 McCarty Hall D)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #1 – Gregg Hadley
Stakeholder Town Hall #2 – March 26, 2021 2:30 – 3:30 pm (hosted at the Marion County Extension Office)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #2 – Gregg Hadley
Dr. Gregg Hadley’s application materials and itinerary can be accessed via the search page: https://ifas.ufl.edu/searches/dean-for-extension/. A link to provide feedback will also be posted on that site at the end of the day on March 26.
Dr. Charles Stoltenow
The Dean for Extension campus visits resume next week with Dr. Charles Stoltenow interviewing on March 23rd-24th. Each candidate’s visit will include a Seminar and two Town Hall meetings with stakeholders. In order to attend one or more of these sessions with Dr. Stoltenow, please register by clicking the link below for each session you wish to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting information as well the option to add the meeting to your calendar. If you are unable to attend, a recording of each candidate’s seminar will be made available at the end of March.
Registration Links:
Seminar – March 23, 2021 11:30 – 12:30 pm
Register for Dean, Extension Seminar – Dr. Charles Stoltenow
Stakeholder Town Hall #1 – March 23, 2021 4:15 – 5:15 pm (hosted in G001 McCarty Hall D)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #1 – Charles Stoltenow
Stakeholder Town Hall #2 – March 24, 2021 2:30 – 3:30 pm (hosted at the Marion County Extension Office)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #2 – Charles Stoltenow
Dr. Charles Stoltenow’s application materials and itinerary can be accessed via the search page: https://ifas.ufl.edu/searches/dean-for-extension/. A link to provide feedback will also be posted on that site.
Dr. Lisa Guion Jones
The Dean for Extension campus visits resume next week with Dr. Lisa Guion Jones interviewing on March 15-16th. Each candidate’s visit includes a Seminar and two Town Hall meetings with stakeholders. In order to attend one or more of these sessions with Dr. Guion Jones, please register by clicking the link below for each session you wish to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting information as well the option to add the meeting to your calendar. If you are unable to attend, a recording of each candidate’s seminar will be made available at the end of March.
Registration Links:
Seminar – March 15, 2021 9:30 – 10:30 am
Register for Dean, Extension Seminar – Dr. Lisa Guion Jones
Stakeholder Town Hall #1 – March 15, 2021 5:00 – 6:00 pm (hosted in G001 McCarty Hall D)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #1 – Lisa Guion Jones
Stakeholder Town Hall #2 – March 16, 2021 2:30 – 3:30 pm (hosted at the Marion County Extension Office)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #2 – Lisa Guion Jones
Dr. Guion Jones’ application materials and itinerary can be accessed via the search page: https://ifas.ufl.edu/searches/dean-for-extension/. A link to provide feedback will also be posted on that site and the end of the day on March 16.
Dr. Brian Myers
We are looking forward to bringing four candidates to campus to interview for the Extension Dean position. The campus visits begin with Dr. Brian Myers interviewing on March 4-5th. Each candidate’s visit will include a Seminar and two Town Hall meetings with stakeholders. In order to attend one or more of these sessions with Dr. Myers, please register by clicking the link below for each session you wish to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting information as well the option to add the meeting to your calendar. If you are unable to attend, a recording of each candidate’s seminar will be made available at the end of March.
Registration Links:
Seminar – March 4, 2021 10:00 – 11:00 am
Register for Dean, Extension Seminar – Dr. Brian Myers
Stakeholder Town Hall #1 – March 4, 2021 4:30 – 5:30 pm (hosted in G001 McCarty Hall D)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #1 – Brian Myers
Stakeholder Town Hall #2 – March 5, 2021 9:30 – 10:30 am (hosted at the Marion County Extension Office)
Register for Dean, Extension Town Hall #2 – Brian Myers
Dr. Myer’s application materials and itinerary can be accessed via the search page: https://ifas.ufl.edu/searches/dean-for-extension/. A link to provide feedback will also be posted on that site.
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Podcast: 10 Best for Leaders in Selling Agricultural Products Online (Part 1)
Interested in selling agricultural products online? Check out the latest episode of the Wedgworth Leadership Institute Podcast featuring Dr. Lauri Baker.
Read MoreU.S. Department of Agriculture official named to lead UF/IFAS
The University of Florida has named J. Scott Angle, director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, to lead the university’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) into the next decade. He is expected to assume the role as vice president for agriculture and natural resources on July 13.
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Tools and Technology for Leading Remotely
Working remotely presents a number of challenges, especially if it’s something new for you and your organization. Technology can help us make the most of the situation by keeping our organization and stakeholders connected. There’s no “one perfect solution,” but rather a plethora of tools that can help with certain aspects as needed.
Videoconferencing and Communication
How do I keep in touch with my team? Whether it’s an individual check-in or a weekly team meeting, technology can help facilitate the next best thing to an in-person meeting. Depending on the size of your organization and the level of communication you want to maintain, some of the options below may help you stay in touch with your team and stakeholders.
- ZOOM – You are probably already using ZOOM as it has become the industry standard in online/virtual meetings. Meetings are easy to create and invitations can be sent to individuals or groups via link. You have the ability to share your screen which allows you to make presentations and review documents. ZOOM is great for larger organizations where you might have a large group of people on one call.
- Microsoft Teams – If your organization has already invested in Microsoft Office, you likely have access to Microsoft’s newest office app, Teams. A mix between chat, file sharing, and virtual meetings is one of the best ways to describe Teams. Within the app, you can create multiple “teams” for different groups. This is useful when you are managing multiple groups or teams of people.
- Slack – If you’re looking for something to reduce email and remain in constant contact with your team, Slack is one of the best options out there. Its easy-to-use interface allows you to create different channels for chats, file sharing, video or voice calls and more. Slack has the most integrations with other app that you may already use.
- Google Hangouts – If you’re already using the Google suite of tools, this may be a great option for you. Similar to ZOOM, you can share links to meetings and integrate with you email and calendar.
- Spark Mail App – You’re probably overwhelmed with email at this point (if you weren’t already). The Spark Mail app is one of the best apps I’ve seen for handling email madness and preventing email fatigue. Exciting features include snoozing emails, reminders to follow-up, and a smart inbox to help you sort different types of messages. Sorry PC users, this is an Apple and Mac device app only.
- Mailchimp – You also are probably sending more email now than ever. Consider creating a digest or daily update and send it at a consistent time every day. Also consider using a tool like Mailchimp, where you can create a template and plug in your content. Add links, photos, GIFs, and organize your information more effectively using the email designer. You are also able to track who opens your email message when sent with Mailchimp.
Collaboration and Project Management
Okay…you’ve conducted your first virtual meeting and everyone is on the same page. How do I share files, task lists, and manage progress? Consider of the collaboration tools or project management apps below. It’s important to identify the best solution for you and your team in an effort not to introduce too much change/challenge at once.
- Basecamp – Basecamp is my absolute favorite project management system. It pulls together fire sharing, calendars, to-do lists, messaging, and so much more into one space. Create automatic check-ins with each of your team members. Also a great way to include clients or customers that are outside of your organization in projects and conversations.
- Trello – Don’t need a full project management system? Consider giving Trello a try. Create boards, lists, and cards to share with your team. Great for managing projects and what’s the status of each progress.
- Notion – This app combines documents, project management, spreadsheets, and databases in a very flexible environment. If your organization requires a lot of freedom, flexibility, and data – this would be a great solution for you.
- Mural – The most productive meetings for me are when I’m able to draw something out on a whiteboard. Mural is a digital whiteboard that has a lot of really neat features where you can invite your team to collaborate with you. Great for brainstorming or creative sessions!
- Things – Just need an app to make lists? Things is an award-winning app that lets you create powerful lists, assign deadlines, and organize by project or area. Today and This Evening lists are automatically populated so you know exactly what to start on next.
- Airtable – More of a spreadsheets type of person? Airtable is an awesome spreadsheets app with tons of features and integrations. Create different views, attach files to records, and format cells to include check boxes and more. A lot of really cool features that make spreadsheets even more useful.
Live Video/Recording & Podcasting
You’ve got your team and organization all connected now. What about your customers and stakeholders? Maybe you have a conference or training planned that now has to be virtual. Consider one of the following tools to help keep your stakeholders informed about what’s happening with your organization.
- Switcher Studio – If you’re looking to stream a conference or product launch, Switcher Studio is a great option. Use mobile devices or computers as sources to capture, switch, and stream video to your Facebook, YouTube or other places. Upload and use your own photos, graphics, and video to be shown as well.
- Vimeo – A favorite for hosting video, Vimeo also offers livestreaming and opportunities for paid content. If you want to embed a lot of videos into your current website, Vimeo is a great option.
- Facebook Live – Let’s not forget one of the easiest tools available to us, Facebook Live. Go live from your mobile device anywhere you have a good internet connection. I’d recommend investing in a small tripod for your phone to avoid shaky video. Facebook Live is a great (and easy) way to keep your stakeholders informed.
- Adobe Premiere Rush – Need to put a video together but not at your main desktop? Download Adobe Premiere Rush to quickly edit and share quality videos right from your mobile device. If you’re a Premiere Pro veteran, the interface will look very familiar. New to video editing? Premiere Rush is super easy to learn. Shoot, edit, and share video all on the same device.
- Anchor – How about starting a podcast? Anchor makes it really easy to record, edit and share from your computer or mobile device. Invite others into the conversation connecting with them using the Anchor app. Anchor published your episode on all of the major podcasting platforms and is completely free.
As you can see, there are a lot of different tools and resources out there to assist in leading remotely. Don’t implement everything on this list into your remote leadership strategy. It’s important to determine your needs first – is it primarily communication or project management that technology can help with? Equally important is understanding who you are leading remotely – are you leading a small leadership team, your entire organization, or a group of stakeholders? After determining each of these, introduce the technology to your team or group with patience and understanding. There’s a lot of change happening right now, so adapting to a new workflow or process may take some time. To help with the transition, make sure to highlight how this technology will help simplify or make tasks easier and provide time for exploring and training if needed.
Read MoreLeadership Programs Coordinator – Interviews and Information
WLI is hiring a leadership programs coordinator to assist with program development and support the Alumni Association of the Wedgworth Leadership Institute (AAWLI). We have three strong candidates interviewing in the next two weeks: Jennifer Facenda, Anne Schwartz and Rebecca Lovett. We are offering videoconferencing (via Zoom) to the seminar part of their interviews to all current class members and alumni.
- Anne Schwartz – Thursday, Feb 27 from 11:15-Noon – 120 Bryant (Zoom Link)
- Jennifer Facenda – Friday, Feb 28 from 10:15-11:00 am – 120 Bryant (Zoom Link)
- Rebecca Lovett- Monday, March 2 from 11:15- Noon – 120 Bryant (Zoom Link)

How can we do it all?
We’re already a couple months in to 2020 – how many of us have given up on our New Year resolutions? Most people bail on their ambitious goals for the year by the middle of February. Life happens, right? We probably already have a lot on our plate and trying to squeeze another hour out of the day to go to the gym seems literally impossible. I know I could use a few more hours of daylight each day and maybe even an additional day to the weekend. Then MAYBE I can get it all done.
Productivity and time management are crucial components of success, particularly in a leadership role. It can be overwhelming to think about “all of the things you need to think about” – the company you are responsible for, the projects you’re managing, the team you are leading, and the field that needs to be planted. Then there’s family time – dentist appointments, baseball games, dance lessons, and birthday parties (although I’m pretty good at making time for cake, though). Don’t forget the awesome two-year leadership development program we’re part of! Is work-life balance even possible?
This past seminar, we reflected a lot on resiliency and met a lot of productive people. I found myself thinking a lot about how these people can do it all. How are they managing the process of overcoming challenges and moving forward? How are they managing rapid growth? How are they managing complexities of policy and politics? How are they managing all of this with their personal lives, hobbies, and families?
Over the past couple of years, I’ve tried to find my own work-life balance (and by balance, I really mean try to find time to do it all). There’s no “one system” that you can pay a monthly subscription for that works for everyone. There are, however, an insane number of books discussing productivity and time management techniques. Here’s the kicker though: “reading more” is one of those resolutions that usually gets abandoned early on.
Below are some of the most helpful pieces of information I’ve found in my quest for 24+ hour days and 7+ day weeks. From books and blogs, I’ve developed my own system of productivity. Like most other things, it’s been a lot of trial and error. It’s still not perfect, but it gives me a chance to dream, think, and do. Here are some of the guiding principles that help me get it all done.
- Take advantage of procrastination. Wait, what? Yeah – that’s what I said too. I am a huge procrastinator. It’s natural to procrastinate – the mind is expressing a desire for curiosity and novelty. Instead of fighting it, learn to use it. Acknowledging and validating the urge to procrastinate actually trains your brain to see it as something neutral rather than a threat. This helps with your confidence to get it all done.
- Little habits lead to big impacts. I’m also one to dream up some pretty big goals, which usually require big changes. Big changes all at one time can be overwhelming. Break the changes up into smaller, bite-sized habits. Not only are the smaller changes in routine more palatable, they can also be more sustainable.
- Implement the 4:55 rule. At the end of each day, take a few minutes to think through the next day. If you’re a list maker, this is your chance to prioritize what has to be done and jot it down in your planner on tomorrow’s page.
- Find a method of organizing your projects, to-do lists, etc. This could be a fancy planner, little black notebook, or the calendar app on your phone. I would encourage you to try a couple of different options. I’ve noticed that as my workload changes, my preference to organize my lists and notes changes too. Right now, I’m using an app called Things.
- Give meditation a try. This is a new one for me and I’ve still got a lot to learn. However, making this a small habit everyday helps me to think clearer. It’s a good workout for the brain. I use an app called Headspace to guide me through this process every day.
While there’s no secret recipe for superhero-levels of productivity, there is definitely a major ingredient found in all systems and strategies: the word “no.” It’s just a really hard word to say. Saying “yes” to our coworkers, friends, and family is a lot easier. Because it’s a lot easier to say, we say it a lot more. Then our lists are out of control and whatever system we’ve invested in to help with our productivity or time management becomes overwhelming or inadequate. Saying “no” to one thing is actually saying “yes” to a lot of other things, including the items already on your to-do list, projects you’ve already committed to, and the things you are most passionate about.
Don’t give up on your resolutions just yet. Make the most out of each day.

Christy Chiarelli Named Director of Wedgworth Leadership Institute
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Christy Chiarelli has been a part of the agricultural community for as long as she can remember. Whether she was helping out on her grandfather’s farm or participating in 4-H and Future Farmers of America, she wasn’t afraid to step up, eventually becoming the national FFA vice president for the southern region.
Chiarelli will continue taking the lead as the next director of the Wedgworth Leadership Institute. As director, she will also be an Extension assistant scientist in the agricultural education and communication department, part of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.
“The future of agriculture and natural resources in Florida depends on strong leadership, and I’m confident that under Ms. Chiarelli’s direction, WLI will continue growing a community of world-class leaders,” said Jack Payne, UF senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources.
The mission of WLI is to develop and refine the leadership skills of members of the agricultural and natural resources sectors. Initially called the Florida Leadership program for Agriculture and Natural Resources, the institute was established 1989. In 2003, the name changed to honor George Wedgworth and his contributions to Florida agriculture. Since its founding, approximately 300 alumni have participated in the program, which takes 22 months to complete.
Chiarelli is the third director of WLI, following UF/IFAS professors Gene Trotter, who established the institute, and Hannah Carter.
“Dr. Trotter and Dr. Carter’s leadership established the Wedgworth Leadership Institute as one of the premier programs in the country,” Chiarelli said. “I am looking forward to continuing to build on their legacies as we begin expanding our alumni programming, launching Class XI and finding meaningful connections between the program, the agricultural education and communication department and the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.”
Chiarelli got involved with the institute while she was completing her master’s degree in agricultural education and communication in the UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
“I surveyed the WLI alumni association for my thesis research. In 2011, Dr. Carter invited me to serve as the WLI program adviser, allowing me to travel on the national and international seminars with Class VIII,” she said. “Traveling with this class set an extremely high professional standard for me and encouraged me to succeed in my role with UF/IFAS Advancement. Given my past experience, when I saw the chance to work with the program, it was opportunity I could not pass up.”
During her time with UF/IFAS Advancement, Chiarelli rose to the rank of senior director of development administration, securing $1.7 million for the Wedgworth Leadership Institute and raising more than $13 million for UF/IFAS overall.
While fundraising is certainly one of her strengths, Chiarelli’s passion is helping others develop as leaders.
“Leadership development has a domino effect,” she said. “It’s exciting to think about how WLI class members will use their experience in the program to then make a positive difference in their local communities and industries.”
Keeping up with alumni and their accomplishments is also a high priority for Chiarelli.
“I am looking forward to meeting more of the alumni of the program and learning about their experiences both as a class member and an alumni member,” she said. “I hope to utilize their perspectives to ensure future classes have a meaningful experience.
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The mission of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is to develop knowledge relevant to agricultural, human and natural resources and to make that knowledge available to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. With more than a dozen research facilities, 67 county Extension offices, and award-winning students and faculty in the UF College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF/IFAS works to bring science-based solutions to the state’s agricultural and natural resources industries, and all Florida residents. Visit the UF/IFAS web site at ifas.ufl.edu and follow us on social media at @UF_IFAS.
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GCGA Accepting Applications for Executive VP Position
The Gulf Citrus Growers Association’s Executive and Long Range Planning Committees recently announced that the association is now accepting applications for the organization’s executive vice president/general manager position.
The GCGA leadership is actively engaged in the search for the association’s next top administrator, the position being vacated in late September by Ron Hamel, who has led the Southwest Florida “Gulf” citrus grower’s group for over 30-years.
Individuals interested in applying for this executive-level position are urged to immediately contact the association and file an application and resume’. Applications and position descriptions are available through the GCGA offices at 11741 Palm Beach Blvd., Suite 202, Ft. Myers. Telephone 239 690-0281.
The GCGA Executive and Long Range Planning Committees report that applicants must meet the minimum requirements of a bachelor’s degree and five-years of experience in agricultural communications, management or a related field. The association would like to fill the position prior to Hamel’s departure, scheduled for late September.
The GCGA leadership is planning to interview qualified candidates for the position during June and July, with employment scheduled for mid-July.
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Read MoreWhy I Lead: Erin Freel
Created in collaboration with the Wedgworth Leadership Institute, Why I Lead is a new series of Self Narrate videos.
Each Why I Lead video will feature different leaders working within agriculture and natural resources in the state of Florida talking about events in their lives that shaped their leadership philosophies.
The fourth Why I Lead video features Erin Freel of The Market Place, an agricultural marketing and video production company. Erin has demonstrated her leadership skills for years as the Founder and President of The Market Place. In this video, she shares stories that show where her some of these skills come from.
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Why I Lead: Nancy McDonald
Created in collaboration with the Wedgworth Leadership Institute, Why I Lead is a new series of Self Narrate videos.
Each Why I Lead video will feature different leaders working within agriculture and natural resources in the state of Florida talking about events in their lives that shaped their leadership philosophies.
The first Why I Lead video features Nancy McDonald of NGM Productions, a nursery in Mt. Dora, Florida. Nancy has worked for decades in nurseries and has faced unique challenges. In this video, she shares stories that show where her strength comes from.
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