Association Management articles from July 2001

Association Management archives from July 2001

Shaw to Speak at ASAE Philadelphia 2001.(American Society of Assocation Executives)(Pennsylvania)(Bernard Shaw)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Bernard Shaw, the face and anchor of CNN for most of its 20-year history before his retirement earlier this year, will be the opening general session speaker on Sunday, August 5, at the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition August 4-7, 2001, at...

Bush Signs Tax Cut Bill.(George W. Bush)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... President Bush signed a $1.35 trillion tax cut bill that includes a number of provisions backed by the president-lowering marginal tax rates, repealing! reducing the estate tax, providing relief from the so-called marriage penalty, increasing...

Judiciary Committee Marks Up Spain Legislation.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The House Judiciary Committee is expected to report out an anti-e-mail spam bill, according to a report in the National Journal's CongressDaily A.M., publication. The bill will be a substitute for H.R. 718, which had passed out of the House...

Robert Gould joined ASAE as the new director of member services.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Robert Gould joined ASAE as the new director of member services. Prior to coming to ASAE, he managed call centers across the country for Airborne Express.

Three more allied societies.(join ASAE)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Three more allied societies have elected to enter into a strategic partnership agreement with ASAE that will provide for shared access to information and more uniformity in the branding of activities, products, services, and alliances. They are...

ASAE members can now go online to access the "Association Chief Executive Employment Agreement.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... ASAE members can now go online to access the "Association Chief Executive Employment Agreement: A Model Form," prepared by Shaw Pittman for ASAE. Go to www.asaenet.org/ceocenter and click on "Online Resources" on the left-hand navigation bar.

ASAE held a reception on May 16 to welcome Bill Hanbury, president of the newly formed Washington.(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... ASAE held a reception on May 16 to welcome Bill Hanbury, president of the newly formed Washington, D.C. Convention and Tourism Corporation, to the city. Hanbury, right, met with ASAE President and CEO Michael S. Olson, CAE, and Washington, D.C....

ASAE employees supported DC Cares Day on May 19.
July 1, 2001... ASAE employees supported DC Cares Day on May 19 by volunteering to help with ASAE's project, Urban Oasis. Organized by the organic farm Community Harvest about four years ago, the project provides residents of the Anacostia neighborhood with...

Speaking at an ASAE Alliance Forum breakfast on May 24.(American Society of Association Executives, Representative John Shimkus)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Speaking at an ASAE Alliance Forum breakfast on May 24, Rep. John Shimkus (R-IL) discussed the California energy bill and possible solutions being debated by Congress. Rep. Shimkus serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and is a...

Vermont Supreme Court Rules Against State Lobby Tax.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... ASAE applauded a June 8 ruling by the Vermont Supreme Court that affirms the unconstitutionality of a state-administered tax on lobbying. The case, which was brought by the Vermont Society of Association Executives, Montpelier, and six other...

DELP Recipients Named.(Diversity Executive Leadership Program)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Six candidates from underrepresented segments of the association community have been selected to participate in ASAE's Diversity Executive Leadership Program {DELP). They are Robert Drummer, vice president of government affairs, American Moving...

Judge Refuses to Dismiss 527 Case.(disclosure for political organizations)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... After a government motion to dismiss the case, a federal judge in Alabama has refused to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the law enacted last year that mandates disclosure for political organizations that fall under...

Gorillas in Our Midst.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... It may be cliche by now to say that our job is change or to utter the phrase managing change. So be it. Fact of the matter is, having the smarts and fortitude to effect and implement positive change is critical and will remain so. In Senior...

Leveraging Partnerships to Inspire Trust and Foster Growth.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Partnerships. Affinity programs. Strategic alliances. Whatever you call them, for-profit and not-for-profit marriages are the new buzzwords in association dictionaries along with the requisite action plans for their success. Conventional...

Negotiation Know-How.
July 1, 2001... Associations make arrangements, do deals, and enter into contracts with all manner of vendors or partners. Sometimes association executives must assist in negotiating major transactions--a sale or purchase of a magazine or trade show, a joint...

Paying to Retain Top Talent.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Despite the recent economic downturn that has resulted in layoffs, organizations are still putting a priority on retaining valued employees by offering cash bonuses. According to a recent survey by WorldatWork, Scottsdale, Arizona, the number...

MAKING IT IN THE NEW ECONOMY.
July 1, 2001... "The road to eLeadership is not an easy one. It means shaking up your corporate culture and fostering an attitude of speed and flexibility to facilitate an internal transformation." Susan Annunzio describes a brave new world of business in...

Mimicking Nature Boosts Efficiency.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... What better time than summer to reflect on how the concept of "swarm intelligence" might benefit your organization? According to an article in the May Harvard Business Review, business organizations can benefit from lessons learned in nature....

Growth of Giving by Major Subject Category, 1998 to 1999.(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... Growth of Giving by Major Subject Category, 1998 to 1999 * CHANGE IN CHANGE IN DOLLAR AMOUNT NUMBER OF GRANTS All giving 19.2% 11.3% Arts &...

Charitable Giving Continues to Grow.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
July 1, 2001... Total charitable giving in 2000 increased 6.6 percent to reach $203.45 billion, according to the newly released report, "Giving USA," published by the American Association of Fund Raising Council Trust for Philanthropy, Indianapolis. Two...

CMAA Promotes Online Storage Service.(Construction Management Association of America)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Making an online file storage network available at no cost to members has allowed the Construction Management Association of America, McLean, Virginia, to provide a value-added service while proactively underscoring its leadership role in...

Promoting Women's Sports.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... More than 1,500 activities held nationwide marked the 15th anniversary of National Girls and Women in Sports Day on February 7, 2001, which Congress established to advance equality and access for women in sports. The day is sponsored by a...

Playing to Stay Ahead of the Game.(business board games)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... The 100 staff members of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Reston, Virginia, haven't been the same since they played a business board game. They now understand the big picture of AIAA's operations and how everything they...

WRESTLING A Gorilla.(Tim Shriver)(managing organizational change)
July 1, 2001... Managing change is like wrestling with a gorilla, according to one executive who's gone through it. But as he and other organizational leaders report, having the strength and perseverance to implement change is critical in today's jungle. ...

Run for Coverage.(insurance for associations)
July 1, 2001... Take advantage of changing conditions in the insurance market before it's too late. Like the tides and the seasons, the insurance market seems to move in endless, long-term cycles. Although the insurance market has been calm and inviting...

OUT-OF-SITE MARKETING.
July 1, 2001... Integrate online and offline promotions to attract audiences to your Web site. WHILE MOST EVERY ASSOCIATION HAS A WEB PRESENCE BY NOW, Internet marketing consultants warn that without proper marketing and promotion, Web sites can quickly...

BEING Da Vinci.(how to think creatively)
July 1, 2001... Seven steps to thinking like a genius. "NEAL HERMANN, FOUNDER OF THE WHOLE BRAIN CORPORATION, DEVELOPED A TEST TO determine hemispheric dominance. In his workshops, Hermann has been known to take those who test out as 'ultra-left' and...

CASHING IN ON CONVENTIONS.
July 1, 2001... How strategic outsourcing can help you reap greater rewards by improving the marketing and management of your next convention. FOR MANY ASSOCIATIONS, CONVENTIONS ARE key revenue generators that support an expanding array of programs and...

Following THE Fellows' Lead.(Fellows of the American Society of Association Executives offer advice on personnel management)
July 1, 2001... The 2001 ASAE Fellows offer their insights on technological advances, professional development, and flexible work environments. STAFF AND MEMBER RETENTION AND work-life balance are hot topics these days in any workplace. Here the newest...

THE CAE--SHOULD YOU GO FOR IT?(Certified Association Executive)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Last year I qualified for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) accreditation. I'll confess: The glow of the achievement is still with me. But as the executive director of an association with myself as the one-person staff, it took me a...

Calling CAE Candidates.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... If you're convinced after reading "The CAE--Should You Go For It?" that you would benefit from becoming a Certified Association Executive (CAE), it's a good time to start the process. The next application deadline is Tuesday, September 4, 2001,...

DEVELOP 20/20 GLOBAL VISION.(strategies for international expansion of membership organizations)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Developing a strategic vision is critical to your association's international expansion. Speakers at ASAE's recent International Section knowledge network offered tips to help guide an association's globalization efforts. Gather...

Read While You Fly.(Review)
July 1, 2001... Eager to expand your international horizons during your next flight? Check out these recommendations from ASAE's Global Resource Center. Good Practice in Trade Association Governance, by Mark Boleat (2001, Plaza Publishing), is a...

CEO TO CEO.
July 1, 2001... Q: How do you handle a board member who consistently votes in the best interest of his or her organization, rather than in the best interest of the association's mission? This requires aggressive training of new board members in the...

Access ASAE Online.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... ASAE's Web site, www.asaenet.org, provides fast and convenient access to people, practices, ideas, and resources. From managing your member account to connecting online with colleagues and experts to attending educational programs right at your...

Section Newsletters.
July 1, 2001... ASAE's 13 section newsletters provide information targeted to the specific needs of executives in special interest areas of association management. The newletters are delivered monthly via e-mail to members and provide links to articles on...

Associations Advance America Awards.
July 1, 2001... A broad awareness campaign designed to impress upon people the value of associations, both to their individual and corporate members and to the larger society. E-mail aaa@asaenet.org; or visit www.asaenet.org/aaa/aaaHP.

Gold Circle Awards for Excellence and Innovation in Associations.
July 1, 2001... The Gold Circle of pride is shared by only the best of the best, and serves to identify association executives who strive to promote excellence within their workplace. The awards are open to all 15 association practices.

Section Awards.(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Many of ASAE's sections run awards programs, recognizing excellence in their particular areas of expertise. Contact each section manager (their e-mail addresses and phone numbers are listed elsewhere in this column) for further details.

Audiotapes.(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Audiotapes of the recorded ASAE Knowledge Network sessions and select annual meeting and Management and Technology Conference and Exposition sessions can be purchased through ASAE's Member Service Center by phone: 202-371-0940; fax:...

Books.(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... ASAE's Bookstore provides association executives with a comprehensive collection of practical, up-to-date, and innovative management and leadership resources. All members receive a free ASAE publications catalog.

ASAE-Assist.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... An online tool for answering members' research requests. ASAE's bibliographic database contains abstracts for articles, books, surveys, and much more.

AskASAE.(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... AskASAE is a new online repository of answers to frequently asked questions about association management issues. Go to www.asaenet.org and click on AskASAE in the left navigation; then pose a question in the space provided and the answer will...

CEO Center.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... The CEO Center is an exclusive ASAE membership benefit for association chief executive officers. ASAE has helped CEOs develop marketing and business plans, redesign job descriptions, conduct a board self-assessment, and much more.

Knowledge Networks.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... Most sections of ASAE sponsor knowledge networks. All sessions are held at the ASAE Conference Center, Washington, D.C., unless otherwise noted; many are audioconferenced. Nonsection members are welcome to attend. For the current knowledge...

Library.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... If you're in Washington, D.C., visit ASAE's library, housed in the Information Central department and open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Here you'll find books, monographs, samples, and resource materials on association...

Networking Listservers.
July 1, 2001... ASAE listservers (e-mail lists) offer members a convenient means of exchanging ideas and information with their colleagues. Each ASAE professional interest section hosts at least one listserver and, as a member, you can subscribe to any or all...

Special Rates for ASAE Members.(American Society of Association Executives)
July 1, 2001... ASAE members can benefit from a variety of affinity programs and services. To learn more, call the numbers below or go to www.asaenet.org/services. * Airborne Express program. Save up to 44 percent on Airborne Express overnight shipping....

Insurance Services.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... * Association convention cancellation. Gulf Insurance and Aon Association Services can protect your association against loss of revenue resulting from the cancellation of a convention or meeting. Call 800-453-5191. * Association directors...

INTERLIANT ASSOCIATION SOLUTIONS.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 4124-M Walney Rd. Chantilly, VA 20151 Peg Scherbarth, Vice President Sales 703-631-8622 Fax: 703-818-2952 E-mail: pscherbarth@interiiant.com Christine Armstrong, Program Manager 703-762-1702 702 Fax: 703-818-2952 ...

ACTIVE COMPUTER.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 7040 Bembe Beach Rd., Ste. 800 Annapolis, MD 21403 Ken George, President 410-280-0714 Fax: 410.280-6082 E-mail: ken-george@activecomputer.com Web site: www.activecomputer.com Active Computer provides consulting, Osprey...

ADVANCED SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 901 North Pitt St. #200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Karen Kramer, Director of Marketing 800-727-8682 Fax: 703-739-3218 E-mail: info@advsol.com Web site: www.advsol.com ASI is an international provider of e-business software...

AVECTRA.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2001... 7600 Leesburg Pike, Ste. 450 Falls Church, VA 22043 Rebecca Odom, Director of Corporate Communications 800-858-8272 Fax: 703-394-0985 E-mail: info@avectra.com Web site: www.avectra.com Avectra, the leading provider of...

INTEGRATED SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 301 W. Maple Ave., Dogwood Bldg.. Ste. F Vienna, VA 22180 Pamela Taylor, Vice President 703-255-1130 Fax: 703-255-1240 E-mail: issi@erols.com Web site: www.issimpak.com Dedicated to providing a superior product with...

[0] ISG SOLUTIONS.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 2400 Research Blvd., Ste. 350 Rockville, MD 20850 Erin Murphy, Marketing Manager 301-519-3776; 877-810-7474 Fax: 301-519-9699 E-mail: emurphy@isgsolutions.com Web site: www.isgsolutions.com Run iMIS over the Internet!...

JL SYSTEMS, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 4312A Evergreen Ln. Annandale, VA 22003-3273 Larry Danforth, President 703-941-0077 Fax: 703-941-2575 E-mail: noah@jlsystems.com Web site: www.jlsystems.com NOAH and e-NOAH offer a complete association management system...

PROTECH ASSOCIATES, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 14900 Sweitzer In., Ste. 201 Laurel, MD 20107 Brian E. Bruffey, Executive Vice President 800-310-8813 Fax: 520-244-0830 E-mail: sales@ptassoc.com Web site: www.ptassoc.com ProTech's application service provider (ASP)...

TMA RESOURCES, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 8201 Greensboro Dr., Ste. 900 McLean, VA 22102 Jim Roche, Vice President Sales and Marketing 888-878-TMAR Fax: 703-847-2899 E-mail: roche_jim@tmaresources.com Web site: www.tmaresources.com TMA Resources, Inc. (TMAR)...

DESIGN DATA SYSTEMS, INC.-ASSOCIATION CONSULTING DIVISION.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 7606 Lindbergh Dr. Gaithersburg, MD 20819 Cort M. Kane, Senior Consultant Matthew J. Ruck, MCSE, Director of Sales and Marketing Dennis H. Ruck, Jr., CNE, President 301-921-6696; 800-444-5031 Fax: 301-921-8775 ...

DESIGN DATA SYSTEMS, INC.-NETWORK SUPPORT DIVISION.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 7606 Lindbergh Dr. Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Matthew J. Ruck, MCSE, Director of Sales and Marketing 301-921-6696 Fax: 301-921-8775 E-mail: mruck@designdata.com Web site: www.designdata.com Service without excuses. Since 1979...

KRAJEWSKI AND ASSOCIATES, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 1003 W. Seventh St., Ste. 504 Frederick, MD 21701-8512 Kathleen M. Krajewski, President 301-360-9760 Fax: 301-432-2577 E-mail kathyk@yourassociationportal.com Web site: www.yourassociationportal.com Develop strategic and...

ELECTION.COM.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 1001 Franklin Ave. Garden City NY 11530 Mariann McDonagh, Director of Marketing 516-248-4200 Fax: 516-248-4770 E-mail:info@election.com Web site: www.election.com election.com is a complete election services...

CONVENTIONNET.COM.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 1035 Boyce Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15241 Jerry Schreibeis, Director, Marketing & Sales 412-221-6684 Fax: 412-221-0302 E-mail:jschreibeis@softwaremgt.com Web site: www.conventionNET.com ConventionNET.com is a...

ADVANCED SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (ASI).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 901 N. Pitt St.. Ste. 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 800.727.8682 Fax: 703.739-3218 E-mail:consulting@advsol.com Web site: www.advsol.com ASI can help you develop effective strategies and provide implementation and support...

ISG SOLUTIONS.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 2400 Research Blvd.. Ste. 350 Rockville, MD 20850 Erin Murphy, Director of Sales Support 301-519-3776 Fax: 301-519-9699 E-mail: emurphy@isgsolutions.com Web site:www.isgsolutions.com E-business for associations!...

MOMENTIX, INC.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
July 1, 2001... 25 Stuart St. Boston, MA 02116 Kathy Mahoney, Marketing Associate 617-338-5165, ext. 237 Fax: 617-338-8625 E-mail: jnfol@momentix.com Web site: www.momentix.com MOMENTIX builds, delivers, and hosts Internet...

POTOMAC DIGITEK, INC.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... 814 West Diamond Ave.#325 Gaithersburg, MD 20878-1416 Paul B. Finkel, President 800-969-9641 Fax: 301-590.2776 E-mail: digitek@podi.com Web site: www.podi.com Potomac Digitek specializes in providing Web site...

Making Waves.(Terrence J. McCann of Toastmasters International)(Brief Article)(Interview)
July 1, 2001... WHO? Terrence J. McCann WHAT? Executive Director WHERE? Toastmasters International, Mission Viejo, California WHEN? Since 1975 Q: How did you become involved in surfing? A: Ironically enough, I took up surfing as a result...

The Business of Trust.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... Not a day goes by that we don't read an announcement of a new partnership, receive a press release touting what might seem an unlikely alliance, or hear about a creative collaboration promising to keep its participants apace with our...

Letter from ASAE's AMC Section Chair.(association management companies)(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2001... I marvel at the business we're in. Every time new or potential clients come knocking on the door of an association management company (AMC) it is with a significant level of trust: Trust that we will manage their affairs competently. Trust that...

Keeping Your Core Competencies Covered.
July 1, 2001... Knowing when to hire an AMC will help keep your association's mission on track. As an association grows, its organizational structure ideally evolves to meet the challenges of delivering more and different products and services to its...

Coming Up With a Compatible Partner.
July 1, 2001... Whether you decide that it's time to turn over your entire association operation to an association management company (AMC) or to outsource certain functions that you have determined to be outside of your organization's core competencies, as...

Conclusive Interviews Facilitate a Final Selection.
July 1, 2001... An effective interview process sets the stage for a long-term relationship. After reviewing and analyzing a number of association management company proposals, it's time to arrange for some face time with the representatives of the...

Developing Effective Client Agreements.
July 1, 2001... Confused as to whether the agreement with your chosen AMC should be short or long, brief or specific? Find help here. A question that often arises when associations engage an association management company (AMC) is how to structure the...

COMPANY SERVICE GRID.(association management services)(Directory)
July 1, 2001... ALL LISTINGS IN THIS DIRECTORY ARE PAID LISTINGS, WITH INFORMATION PROVIDED By EACH COMPANY GENERAL INFORMATION Headquarters Location (State) Able...