President Richard Dixon
President of International Affairs, Mike Andrus
Chief Administrator
- Lena Salgado, Renshi 4th Dan
- Owner of Martial Science Academy in Aurora, Colorado
- 4th Dan Motobu-ha Shito-Ryu Karate
- 1st Dan Tae Kwon Do
- Currently studying Matayoshi Kobudo and Isshin-Ryu Karate
- Air Force Veteran
- First woman on the board in the history of the NKJF
- Contact: salgadonkjf@gmail.com
International Chief Administrator
Regional Directors
Region 1
Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island
Ray Balut-Newman, Shihan rbalut@hotmail.com
Region 2
New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
Region 3
Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Washington D.C., Virginia, West Virginia
Region 4
Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida
Steve Newman, SIJO
Region 5
Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota
Region 6
New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana
Region 8
Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah
Region 9
Region 10
Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho
Regional Directors Roles and Responsibilities
Purpose: The purpose of this document is to outline the crucial roles and responsibilities of NKJF Regional Directors, highlighting their essential role in guiding and supporting NKJF State Directors. Regional Directors are pivotal to ensuring State Directors succeed in all aspects of their roles, fostering an environment in which each State Director feels welcomed, accepted, and has ample opportunities for recognition and advancement within the NKJF.
- Regional Directors will actively cultivate strong relationships and familiarity with all member dojos and solo members within their jurisdiction, serving as a resource to State Directors.
- Regional Directors will work closely and collaboratively with their assigned State Directors to maintain up-to-date and accurate contact lists for member dojos and solo members, promptly communicating any updates or changes to the NKJF President.
- Regional Directors will actively support their State Directors in efforts related to member recruitment, event planning, scheduling, promotion, marketing, and communication, ensuring each State Director has the resources needed to excel.
- Regional Directors will conduct individual check-ins with each State Director monthly, as well as facilitate monthly group conference calls. These consistent communications will foster camaraderie, ensure alignment with NKJF goals, and reinforce a supportive network.
- Regional Directors will provide oversight of social media content created by State Directors, ensuring professionalism, dignity, integrity, and accuracy. Posts should reflect NKJF's values, remain politically and religiously neutral, and exclude any profanity.
- Regional Directors will serve as mentors to State Directors, actively assisting them in adhering to NKJF's policies, moral code, and honor code, and offering guidance in managing interactions with their respective state memberships.
- Regional Directors will encourage State Directors to extend their expertise by providing seminars or arranging qualified instructors to conduct educational events, promoting knowledge sharing and member growth.
- Regional Directors will plan and oversee sanctioned NKJF seminars within their region, rotating seminar locations across different states within their jurisdiction to ensure equitable opportunities and increased engagement.
- Regional Directors will diligently monitor and support all financial matters to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting to the NKJF President.
- Regional Directors will proactively encourage and facilitate rank assessments, recognition ceremonies, and promotional opportunities for State Directors, ensuring all activities align with NKJF policies and procedures. State Directors will be supported in their efforts to achieve personal growth and organizational recognition.
- Regional Directors will actively participate in monthly Regional Director Conference Calls led by the NKJF President, providing updates and insights and advocating for the needs and achievements of their State Directors.
- Regional Directors will ensure the timely forwarding of all relevant reports from State Directors directly to the NKJF President, highlighting achievements, activities, and progress in their respective regions.
NKJF State Director Roles & Responsibilities
Purpose: State Directors are essential to the growth and success of the National Karate Jujitsu Federation (NKJF). Their leadership, initiative, and dedication to recruitment and engagement directly impact the Federation's ability to flourish locally and nationally. As the primary representatives of NKJF in their states, they play a crucial role in welcoming, accepting, and recognizing new instructors, dojos, and solo members, thereby fostering a strong sense of belonging and unity.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Actively engage with and maintain strong relationships with all member dojos and solo practitioners within their assigned state, ensuring each member feels welcomed, valued, and supported.
- Work closely with the Regional Director to maintain updated and accurate contact lists of all NKJF members and promptly communicate any changes or updates.
- Actively recruit new dojos and instructors by developing outreach strategies and creating a welcoming environment that emphasizes acceptance, recognition, and community.
- Provide ongoing support to NKJF member dojos and solo members, assisting them in recruiting efforts, event planning and scheduling, promotion, marketing, and communication initiatives.
- Regularly communicate with NKJF members, updating them on upcoming events, Federation news, and opportunities for involvement and advancement. Serve as a knowledgeable resource for NKJF policies, procedures, and practices.
- Organize and facilitate local events, seminars, and workshops to strengthen the community, increase member engagement, and attract potential new members. Maintain a visible and active presence within state events to enhance community spirit.
- Develop and maintain contact information for potential member dojos and practitioners who are not currently affiliated with NKJF, proactively inviting them to explore membership opportunities.
- Participate consistently in monthly individual calls with their Regional Director and contribute actively to monthly group calls to stay informed and aligned with Federation goals and updates.
- Provide detailed monthly progress reports to their Regional Director, summarizing activities, achievements, challenges, and any recommendations for future initiatives.
- Ensure professionalism, dignity, integrity, and accuracy in all NKJF-related social media communications by providing oversight and guidance to members within their jurisdiction. Address any infractions promptly and professionally, documenting and reporting these instances to the Regional Director.
- Mentor and guide NKJF members, helping them adhere to Federation policies, moral code, and honor code, and assisting with behavioral adjustments or improvements as needed.
- Actively participate in NKJF-sanctioned events, particularly within their state and region, including key events such as Winter Camp, demonstrating commitment and leadership by example.
- Clearly communicate NKJF financial policies related to events and ensure members understand how event revenues should be managed and reported to the Federation.
- Encourage and facilitate rank assessments, recognitions, and promotions in alignment with NKJF standards, procedures, and certifications, while keeping the Regional Director informed of all relevant developments.
- Maintain and enforce the established NKJF chain of command, ensuring clear lines of communication and escalation for resolving questions, issues, or concerns efficiently and respectfully.
- Through proactive leadership and dedicated outreach, State Directors embody the mission and values of NKJF, fostering an inclusive, supportive community where every instructor, dojo, and practitioner feels recognized, accepted, and motivated to excel.
