Our History
20+ Years Of Experience
Sage-ing® International is a community of elders and elders-to-be who are ready to explore new ways of aging. Beginning as a networking organization for professionals, we have expanded our focus, reaching out to everyone approaching or in the second half of life. Our vision includes teaching/learning, service and community as three vitally important aspects of the sage-ing® journey.
Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, author of From Age-ing to Sage-ing®, has inspired thousands of people around the world. Sage-ing® leaders, trained to apply the ideas of this seminal book and to share these ideas with others, are working to change the way elders are perceived by others and the way older adults approach the second half of their lives.
We have grown from a seed planted by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi in 2004 for a professional association to facilitate exchange of ideas between Sage-ing® Leaders and a structure for the training of Sage-ing® Leaders.
Our Board of Directors & Team Leaders
Teams
Volunteer Community Development
This team supports Board Directors/Team leaders with the sourcing, recruitment, assessment, onboarding and retention of all volunteer members of the organization. Additionally, they coordinate the establishment and maintenance of a group of consultants who support team and sub-team initiatives on an as-needed basis.
Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects
In support of Sage-ing International’s strategy and goals, this team is focused on developing effective relationships with other organizations, including collaborations/ or partnerships,; the launch of innovative educational materials,; global outreach; the design of future gatherings and conferences; and working with the Board and Executive Committee to develop and implement other strategic initiatives.
Tech Support
Members of this team provide tech support for all virtual learning experiences via Zoom, develop the organization’s overall technology plans, and are responsible for the video production of specific learning programs for future distribution.
Marketing & Communications
All of our marketing and communications initiatives fall within the responsibility of this team. Activities include market research and strategy development, oversight and production of publications, development of Sage-ing International’s presence on social media, graphics design, creation of advertising and public relations campaigns PR, and major events planning.
Learning Programs and Resources
This team is responsible for overseeing Sage-ing International’s program offerings in support of our network of learning leaders, aligning program lifecycle management with market requirements, administering learning programs, assuring continuous quality improvement, and overseeing our Certified Sage-ing Leader program.
Financial Wellness and Development
In support of our overall Financial Wellness, members of this team perform all accounting, financial analysis/and reporting, investment management, and existing and new donor and member relations,; as well as provide staff support for grant applications, and undertake strategic initiatives to ensure the continued financial well-being of Sage-ing International.
