Training Taskforce 2025
Advancing professional and individual development for JCI USA members
Fill Out the Training SurveyWho We Are
The Training Taskforce is a group of Jaycees led by the Leadership Development Director, offering professional and individual development for members of JCI USA.
- Aaron Gauldin (NC) – Leadership Development Director
- Vanessa Birchler (IL) – Immediate Past President
- Michelle McGrann (MI) – Past State President & Head Trainer
- Cindy Curtis (CA) – Past State President
- Nick Mayrand (TX) – Past State President
Programs We Offer
Foundational Courses
- JCI Discover
- JCI Explore
- JCI Adventure
Advanced Courses
- JCI Facilitator
- JCI Presenter
Course Descriptions
JCI Discover
Interactive course covering JCI’s core values and what it means to be an active citizen.
JCI Explore
Focuses on the role of leadership and opportunities available within JCI.
JCI Adventure
Teaches members how to use their JCI skills in real-world contexts to create lasting impact.
JCI Facilitator
Enhances members’ facilitation skills using tools from Dale Carnegie and other organizations.
JCI Presenter
Improves public speaking and presentation skills through structured learning and practice.
2025 Schedule Highlights
- May: JCI Explore (Virtual), MILE Program #1
- July: JCI Adventure + Amnesty Day (Virtual)
- Sept 24–27: Raleigh Convention Trainings
- Oct–Dec: JCI Discover, Explore, Adventure (Virtual)