Stay Connected
to the World’s
Most Powerful
Network
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT WPO
In today’s complex and
competitive world, it is
absolutely essential to stay
connected. That’s why YPO
graduates continue their
experience in WPO.
1
Founded in 1970 as the World Business Council by 200
former YPO members
2
Name changed to World Presidents’ Organization to reflect
rapid growth and global reach
3
More than 167 WPO chapters throughout the world; many
members belong to more than one chapter. 6,606 members
total.
4
Tiered international dues starting at age 50 provide full
benefits at a cost savings
5
Lifetime Membership for permanent access to WPO benefits
W PO co n n e ct s yo u t o 2 0 , 0 0 0 o f t h e wo rld ’s m o st su cce ssf ul b u sin e ss le a d e rs.
STRENGTHENING
YOUR FAMILY:
Opportunities for families,
spouses/partners and children
WPO offers programs that
bring families together –
an emphasis unique to
executive leadership
organizations.
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT
GETTING INVOLVED AS A WPO FAMILY
1
Spouses/partners participate in Forums, select Networks and
Groups, leadership opportunities, the YPO-WPO website and more
2
Young adult children participate in Forums, youth-only events,
global internships, the YPO-WPO@University program, a Facebook
group, a youth exchange program and more
3
Family Universities, Experiences and conferences bring parents,
grandparents, children and grandchildren together
4
Parent-child and grandparent-grandchild events strengthen bonds
5
Online access to easily view and register for hundreds of events
The W PO experience is as powerful for families as it is for members.
LIFELONG LEARNING:
Programs to Enhance Every
Aspect of Your Life
Whether you are running
your business, transitioning
between leadership roles or
preparing to retire, WPO
education meets the diverse
needs of members.
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT
WPO’S EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
1
Access to YPO-WPO events plus WPO-only Experiences for an
in-depth look at a specific interest
2
YPO Global Pulse survey for exclusive economic forecasts
every financial quarter
3
Global Conferences Calls moderated by experts
4
The Learning Channel for online access to archived audio and
video from major YPO-WPO events
5
GetAbstract for downloadable online summaries of more than
4,000 top business books
W PO education is equal parts business and passion.
A NETWORK THAT
SAVES LIVES:
Information and Support No Matter
Where You are in the World
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT WPO’S HEALTH SERVICES
Through M2Mx, 25,000
members of WPO, YPO,
CEO and EO, and
spouses/partners of WPO and
YPO members, share the
wealth of their knowledge and
resources on a wide-range
of personal, business and
medical issues.
1
M2Mx is a free, confidential service to help jumpstart your child’s
career, solve business problems, find medical care and more
2
PinnacleCare Health Advisory provides complimentary customized
referral reports that identify top physicians worldwide, facilitate
appointments and offer emergency support
3
PinnacleCare offers customized user-pay services for you, your
family, associates and friends
4
International SOS provides emergency travel support when you are
more than 100 miles/161 kilometers from home; service is free for
members and available for immediate family at reduced rates
5
Regularly updating your M2Mx online profile with your areas of
expertise maximizes benefit to all
W PO assures that your family’s health and safety are in good hands.
FROM BOARD OF
ADVISORS TO
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS:
A WPOer’s Most Valuable Asset
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT WPO FORUMS
WPO members take Forum
to the next level by
expanding their focus beyond
business to discussions
about relationships, family
and “What’s next?”
1
Global and Regional Couples Forums connect WPO couples
from diverse backgrounds
2
International and Regional Member and Spouse/Partner Forums
to expand beyond your local chapter
3
More than 70 Forum facilitators offer tools and support
4
Transformational Forum experiences leverage members’
passion for knowledge and growth
5
Youth Forum (ages 18-22) and Young Adult Forums (ages 23-39)
for your children to connect in a confidential peer network
W PO provides a trusted, confidential support system as you journey through life’s stages.
CONNECTING YOU AT
HOME AND AROUND
THE WORLD:
A Powerful Network
Locally and Internationally
WPO members actively share
their personal projects and
passions, creating a vibrant
culture of exchange.
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT
NETWORKING IN WPO
1
Networking starts at the chapter level and expands through
WPO’s 15 regions
2
More than 50 Business, Personal and Social Enterprise
Networks connect members around shared interests
3
Groups can be created online to exchange ideas on business
ideas, personal projects, music and more
4
Network at annual international events, such as the Global
Leadership Conference and Family Universities
5
Members-only website with discussion boards and other
online networking tools
W PO keeps you connected to the right people, information and ideas.
Who are the
Members of WPO?
5%
3%
5%
3%
6%
Spouses/Partners
• Spouses/partners can register for more
than 100 YPO-WPO events scheduled
for 2010-2011
• Thirty percent of WPO
spouses/partners are involved in
Forum
Ages
50 - 64
73%
65 - 74
19%
Over 75
5%
Under 49
3%
Average age:
59.53
Location
United States
66%
Asia-Pacific
10%
Canada
10%
Latin America/Caribbean
6%
Europe
5%
Africa/North Africa/Middle East 3%
Stay connected to the world’s most powerful network.
Children
• Eighty-seven percent of WPO
members have children
• There are more than 12,000 children of
WPO members, with an average of 2.5
children per member
• The average age is 28
WPO CHICAGO
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT WPO CHICAGO
1
Primarily comprised of members from: YPO Chicago,
Chicagoland, Illini and Windy City
2
Our education program has been voted best of the best 4
out of the last 6 years
3
2011 Best WPO Chapter in the World
4
Internship program for siblings
5
Vibrant young adult forum program with 8 forums serving
ages 23 to 30 years old. One more coming in three weeks.
WPO CHICAGO
Chapter and Regional
Leadership
Tony DiTommaso
Pat Borg
WPO CHICAGO
2012/16 EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Bruce Taylor 2013/14
Scott Robinson 2014/15
Craige Stout 2015/16
WPO CHICAGO
Forum and Spouse Forum
Pat Borg (sitting in for Charles
Vogel and Susan Herman)
WPO CHICAGO
Young Adult Forum
Mark Chudacoff
WPO CHICAGO
Q&A
Pat Borg
Greg Cozad
Mark Chudacoff
Eric Wasowicz