Interview with Judy MCWHIRTER - BUCKHORN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Judy McWhirter
Buckhorn Community Centre

Interview with Judy MCWHIRTER - BUCKHORN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Celebrating 35 Years

"Key to Success … LISTS"

"THE INSIDE SCOOP" continues speaking with Judy McWhirter, Manager of the Buckhorn Community Centre. I go on to ask Manager Judy McWhirter.

"To be as successful as you are Judy, it would seem you would need to maintain your professionalize and composure. Perhaps volunteers/vendors/visitors require your attention at peak moments during an event (problems that need immediate answers). I wondered if you have a system to help you stay organized and could you share some of your "secrets" with us! " The reply ... "LISTS! ... What has to be done . check it off it you do it. Have some key volunteers that will make decisions on things". Can you share some "problem solving techniques" used during a special event! (For example . a busload of visitors that were not planned for, weather conditions, volunteers/staff being absent due to unforeseen emergencies, running out of "supplies" during an event, etc.) Ms. McWhirter states . "Always try to book floater volunteers in case someone forgets to come or is ill. Depending on the supplies, always have something in back-up. Think ahead if the weather will be inclement and try to be prepared!"
(To Be Continued)