Event Calendar
Southwest Region Roundtable
February 7, 2020 @ 9:00 am - February 8, 2020 @ 5:15 pm
First established in 2012, the Regional Roundtables provide an opportunity for District Administrators and Assistant District Administrators to gather in their respective region, and to participate in educational sessions, rules and regulations discussions, International Board of Director elections, and more.
During the 2020 Southwest Region Roundtable, attendees can look forward to an engaging weekend with fellow volunteers, and Little League staff, as we work together to chart the course for the future of Little League.
All District Administrators (D.A.s) will receive reimbursement for two nights of hotel accommodations, as well as a $200 travel stipend to help offset other travel-related costs. It is the responsibility of the Roundtable attendees to make their own travel arrangements. Those District Administrators unable to attend their Regional Roundtable may designate an alternate, upon approval from Little League, from your district staff as the District’s representative.
Hotel Information
Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria
2001 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77056, U.S.
Little League reimbursed hotel rate is $119 plus taxes/night; Little League International will reimburse D.A.s/Alternates for two nights stay at the Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria. Additional nights/rooms may be booked through the hotel block, but will be the responsibility of the attendee.
Schedule of Sessions
Friday, February 7, 2020
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Registration |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Opening Remarks: A welcome from Stephen D. Keener, Little League President and CEO. |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | The Future of Little League® Participation: An update new strategic tactics, goals, and plans to continue to create excitement and opportunity in the Little League program. Learn more about the Strategic Plan. Presenters: Liz DiLullo Brown, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer and Pat Wilson, Senior Vice President and Chief Program Operations Officer |
| 2:20 p.m. – 3:05 p.m. | Growing Our Leagues (Download the Presentation): As we look forward to the expansion of the Little League Baseball and Little League Softball World Series Tournaments in 2021, how we can work to enhance opportunities through league growth and welcoming new local programs. Presenter: Sam Ranck, Director of League Development and the Little League Challenger Division |
| 3:10 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | SafeSport and Child Protection (Download the Presentation): How volunteers can use USA Baseball’s Pure Baseball to help become SafeSport compliant and new enhancements to background check processes using JDP. Presenter: Samantha Mahaffey, Security Manager |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Roundtable Session 1: Discussion on agenda items at assigned tables. |
Saturday, February 8, 2020
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Regional Session |
| 9:50 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. | Technology Advancements (Download the Presentation): Understanding enhancements to the Little League Data Center, local league technology offerings, and the new Little League Rulebook App. Presenter: Andy Frederick, Senior Director of Information Services |
| 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Roundtable Session 2: Discussion on agenda items at assigned tables. |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | District Finances (Download the Presentation): Best practices and how to exceed expectations for financial management set in the D.A. Standards for Exceptional Leadership and Volunteer Service. Presenter: Dave Houseknecht, Senior Vice President of Administration and Chief Financial Officer |
| 2:20 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Focusing on the Little League® Player: How all Little League volunteers, parents, and staff members can lead while always thinking with a mentality focused on the player experience. Presenters: Liz DiLullo Brown, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer and Nick Caringi, Senior Director of Operations and Education |
| 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Election of Field Representative for Nomination to International Board of Directors |
| 3:35 p.m. – 3:55 p.m. | Evolving Little League World Series Selection and Development (Download the Presentation): Update on new umpire selection process for World Series and Regional Tournaments and additional information on umpire development initiatives. Presenters: Nick Caringi, Senior Director of Operations and Education and Tom Rawlings, Director of Umpire Development |
| 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. | Alternate Methods of Play (Download the Presentation): New, approved game modifications, district programming, and local league opportunities to bring more fun and excitement to the field. Presenter: Dan Velte, Senior Director of League Development and Regional Operations |
| 4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Open Discussion: Closing remarks and question and answer session with Stephen D. Keener, Little League President and CEO. |