EXECUTIVE NOTES By Rich Bender, Executive Director
A MISSION AND VISION FOR USA WRESTLING In Andy Stanley’s book, “Making Vision Stick,” he makes the
point that it is better to have a vision statement that is incom- plete and memorable than complete and forgettable. USA Wrestling’s Mission Statement is: “USA Wrestling, guided
by the Olympic Spirit, provides quality opportunities for its mem- bers to achieve their full human and athletic potential.” But what is our vision? Our vision is to be The World’s Best Olympic Sports Organization. Nice, but in wrestling like other sports we often struggle with
the how, not the what. At USA Wrestling, we are committed to accomplish this vision while holding dear the following values: Responsibility; Integrity; Dedication; Honesty; Accountability; Respect. What are we doing to carry out our Mission and Vision? We are guided by four core business objectives: #1 Build the Brand; #2 Grow the Base; #3 Sustain Competitive Excellence; #4 Network the Wrestling Community It is my hope and goal that everything we do at USA
Wrestling connects in some way to one or more of the core business objectives. If a project or program does not, we should question whether or not we should be involved in it. Training and supporting athletes from the grassroots to the Olympics - fits; Organizing quality wrestling events - fits; Educating tomor- row’s wrestling leaders and coaches - fits; Creating and main- taining a top shelf website and social network - fits; Passionately pursuing sponsors and partners to bring new resources to the organization - fits. Finally, all our work at USA Wrestling ties in some way to our organization’s Long Range Plan. The plan lays out strategic goals and objectives that we mold our work around. The Long Range Plan goes into considerable detail, but let me share with you the goals. The goals are not in order of priority, because dif- ferent departments of USA Wrestling have different priorities. #1 Assure USA Wrestling’s financial ability to carry out its mission and vision.
Solid Fiscal Management of the pre-
cious resource we have and the constant quest to develop additional resources. #2 Strengthen public awareness of
USA Wrestling programs and acceler- ate membership growth. We do this through the use of technolo-
gy and social networking platforms, by providing safe high quality events, by offering top level member benefits, by pro- viding a high level of customer service, the USA Wrestler maga- zine, extensive insurance coverages, Coaches' and Officials’ education, and solid grassroots opportunities at the state and local levels for youth to be exposed to the sport. #3 Maintain Flexible Organizational Structure, sensitive to
the changing needs of the sport. This is all about governance and transparency. The old say-
ing, “It can’t be about me without me” holds true. We want everyone to feel they have an opportunity to contribute and take ownership to the organization. #4 Build strategic alliances to raise the profile and strengthen USA Wrestling’s international and domestic position. It is obvious that we are sometimes viewed as trying to be all
things to all people. This is not practical, and we need to reach out to others who have developed certain areas of competence and form alliances for the betterment of wrestling. #5 Be the dominant force in National Wrestling. As Al Davis said, “Just Win Baby!” To do that we need to
build a solid and seamless pipeline for wrestlers in this country. We need to support all ages of development from those just stepping onto a mat to those who are podium-ready for London. USA Wrestling has a great deal of material to share with you
as you work to develop, improve and maintain your state pro- grams. It is my dream that you will share best practices, create new friendships, and most importantly take back with you a bet- ter sense of belonging to the USA Wrestling Family. Note: This column is an excerpt from a presentation at the 2010 USA Wrestling State Leaders Conference in August.
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