National Catholic Forester

National Catholic Forester 4 Member Assembly 2018 Thursday through Saturday: July 26, 27, 28 Eaglewood Resort and Spa – Itasca, Illinois QUESTIONS? Call the Outreach and Engagement Department (800) 344-6273 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER For the past 127 years, NCSF members have lived within and served their communities with great passion. No matter what the age, our vibrant mindset keeps us young and unafraid of change. We impose no limits to our aspirations. We possess true tenacity and drive. We utilize every available means to achieve our goals. Based on our member-oriented philosophy, NCSF strives to become a "caring group of effective people," who will lead the way to a brighter future for our Society utilizing our Core Values. OUR CORE VALUES National Catholic Society of Foresters' values were chosen based upon their impact on achieving our members' goals, while building a culture and environment that develops and retains excellence. They are the beliefs and principles that guide our organization. 1) Integrity 2) Respect 3) Communication 4) Consistency 5) Accountability INTEGRITY Webster's definition: firm adherence to a code of especially moral values. Our focus on maximizing our value to members remains firm. NCSF has achieved greater stability in our governance structure with the changes to our Bylaws. We continue to thrive today thanks to the confidence and trust our members have in us. Our objective is to continue to be a Society that our members can be proud of. That is our commitment to you. RESPECT Webster's definition: high or special regard. Thank you for being a member of our Society. We recognize that you have many choices when choosing financial protection for yourself and your family. We appreciate that you gave us an opportunity to earn your trust and your business. The NCSF staff strives to create the best possible experience for you. Our operating environment is expected to change dramatically over the coming years, but our overriding philosophy of placing members at the heart of everything we do will remain unchanged. COMMUNICATION Webster's definition: process by which information is exchanged between individuals. "We're here to help" – this is the mantra of our staff which brings a deeper sense of responsibility. Placing this principle alongside our strategic priorities underlines how we make important decisions. And how we will drive long-term growth. Our business is built on conversations. We listen closely to members. We strive to be the change makers in our communities and neighborhoods, boosting social and financial well-being. Listening to our members is very important and you can be assured that your input matters. BRIDGING STRATEGY AND SUSTAINABILITY We constantly look beyond the horizon. We stay agile and responsive as we adapt to, and help to create, new opportunities. At the same time, we're anchored by our Core Values... CONTINUED ON pAGE 6

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