Association Management articles from November 2002

Association Management archives from November 2002

M&T venue set for state-of-the-art upgrade with new Washington Convention Center. (Headlines).(Calendar)
November 1, 2002... Attendees of the M&T: ASAE Winter Conference 2002 will be bidding adieu to the original Washington Convention Center as it makes way for its 2.3-million-square-foot successor, a center that has been called by the American Institute of...

Jimmy Carter, assistant advertising director at ASAE for the past six years, has announced his retirement, effective November 30. (Briefly).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Jimmy Carter, assistant advertising director at ASAE for the past six years, has announced his retirement, effective November 30. A veteran of 30 ASAE Annual Meetings and Expositions, Carter had stints at the Miami, Los Angeles, and Cincinnati...

One thousand association executives, government officials. (Briefly).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... One thousand association executives, government officials, and business and community leaders gathered at the National Building Museum, Washington, D.C., on October 8 for the Third Annual Summit Awards Dinner. Part of ASAE's Associations...

The Aloha Society of Association Executives, Hawaii. (Briefly).(new member of American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The Aloha Society of Association Executives, Hawaii, has become the 56th society to join the ASAE/allied society strategic partnership agreement, providing for more uniformity in branding of activities, products, services, and alliances--as...

Two association management companies--Ewald Consulting Inc., St. Paul, Minnesota, and Virtual Inc., Wakefield, Massachusetts. (Briefly).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Two association management companies--Ewald Consulting Inc., St. Paul, Minnesota, and Virtual Inc., Wakefield, Massachusetts--have recently met standards of practice set by the ASAE AMC Accreditation Commission. The program was established...

Correction.(Correction Notice)
November 1, 2002... The e-mail address for Andrew S. Lang was incorrect in the article "Bankable Brainstorming" in the October issue of ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT. He can be reached at alang@bdo.com.

Congress, courts tackle Section 527. (Headlines).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX) introduced compromise legislation, H.R. 5596, on October 10 to finally provide relief to state and local political action committees from cumbersome and duplicative filing requirements that resulted from amendments...

IRS to focus on Section 527 compliance. (Headlines).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The Internal Revenue Service says it intends to establish an audit team to focus on organizations subject to Section 527 regulations, and ensure compliance with requirements by early next year. The audit team is part of the fiscal year 2003 IRS...

FCC releases proposed consumer privacy rules. (Headlines).(seeks comments on how businesses gather information that could lead to sending unwanted faxes)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... As the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) continues to review the comments the agency sought this year on a national Do Not Call list, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding the Telephone...

Partnerships. (Preview).
November 1, 2002... With association resources stretched as they are, it's no revelation to suggest that the ability to effectively pool and deploy resources--across associations and even across sectors--to get more or better done will only continue to increase...

Membership is everybody's business. (ASAE up Front).(association membership focus tips)
November 1, 2002... What are you doing to steer clear of the membership roadblocks that the current economy has erected? Can you keep growing' your membership during these uncertain times? Meeting these challenges does not fall exclusively on the shoulders of...

Ten guidelines for engaging association lawyers. (Legal).(for nonprofit membership organizations)
November 1, 2002... While there may be no completely right or wrong way to go about locating and hiring an attorney or law firm to represent a nonprofit membership organization, some guidelines can be helpful. Part of the process includes recognizing unique...

How to drive change. (Cultural Diversity).(appoint advocates; promote mentoring programs)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Organizations that truly want diversity initiatives to succeed need "dedicated advocates at all levels of the organization," according to Catalyst, New York City. To drive the necessary changes, these advocates must take four steps: 1....

Investor group acquires world's largest AMC. (In the News).(Svoboda Collins L.L.C. and Mesirow Financial Services, along with executive, acquire Smith Bucklin & Associates)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Svoboda Collins, LLC, and Mesirow Financial Services, both of Chicago, and former Smith, Bucklin executive Henry S. Givray have acquired ownership of Smith, Bucklin and Associates. The world's largest association management company, Smith,...

Tracking IRS audit trends. (Eye on the Industry).(audits of nonprofit organizations declined dramatically, but may intensify)
November 1, 2002... The number of nonprofit organizations being audited by the Internal Revenue Service has declined dramatically across the past two decades, according to data collected by ASAE from thousands of nonprofits between 1981 and 2001. From 1979 to...

Paying your dues. (Legal).
November 1, 2002... Q: Can 501(c)(6) associations charge different dues to members in the same membership category? A: Yes, provided that the different dues charges are imposed on a uniform and consistent basis. Trade and professional associations routinely...

18 take-charge tactics. (Leadership).(for organization/department heads)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... In the market for some must-have career advice? Fast Company offers an online guide, developed from the September 2002 feature "Sudden Impact," on how to make your mark when you take over the top job at an organization or department. For the...

Medical group examines questionable Web sites. (Service Salute).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), Dallas, has its own online private eye who keeps a watchful eye on dubious prescription-related activities on the Web. A full-time investigator collects and disseminates information on suspicious...

New BOMA award showcases environmental pioneers. (Public Relations).(Building Owners and Managers Association International honors environmentally-friendly Canada office building)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Recognition programs provide one way to educate members and the public about cutting-edge developments or achievements in an industry or profession. To call attention to industry efforts to promote environmentally sound management practices,...

Free games under the sea. (Lending a Hand).(Interactive Digital Software Association donates video games, consoles to US Navy)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Let's face it: Sailing the seven seas on a submarine is stressful. Even when sailors get a chance to relax, their options are limited. Those options just got a bit more entertaining, thanks to a six-month effort coordinated by the Interactive...

Study underscores public trust. (Charities).(public attitude towards charities is that they are ethically managed)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Two in three Americans believe that charitable organizations use their funds in an honest and ethical manner, according to a new survey by Independent Sector, Washington, D.C.: "Keeping the Trust: Confidence in Charitable Organizations In an...

Communicating core values. (Data Dispatch).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... How do organizations communicate the values they hold near and dear? According to a survey of executives by the American Management Association, New York City, 86 percent responded that their organizations state or write their values--71...

Teleconferencing soars. (Data Dispatch).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... In the past five years, the teleconferencing industry has experienced a more than 40 percent growth in call volume, according to TeleSpan Publishing, a market research firm in Altadena, California. The final quarter of 2001 saw an additional 40...

Economy tied to decline in free ads. (Data Dispatch).(that benefit nonprofit organizations)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The rippling effect of an economic downturn can even affect the availability of free print ad space. An informal Web poll conducted by Kintera, Inc., San Diego, found that 48 percent of nonprofit organizations surveyed reported that the drop in...

Silver lining for nonprofits. (Data Dispatch).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The industry that has remained the most stable in these uncertain times is the nonprofit community, according to the Association of Executive Search Consultants, New York City. AESC surveyed its members about their outlook on the economy,...

AFP builds e-commerce capability. (Technology Solutions).(Association for Financial Professionals)
November 1, 2002... A recent challenge faced by the Association for Financial Professionals, Bethesda, Maryland, resulted in a dramatically simple and comparatively inexpensive improvement to our online capabilities. The software AFP used for its membership...

California group receives state honor. (Community Outreach).(California Hotel and Lodging Association)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Concerted efforts of the California Hotel & Lodging Association, Sacramento, to address the state's energy crisis have earned the 1,650-member group a prestigious state leadership award. Thanks to CHLA's advocacy and educational efforts, the...

Leadership institute buoys rebuilding together. (Nonprofit Management).
November 1, 2002... "It was a dream come true." That's how Patty Johnson, president and CEO of Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April, Washington, D.C., describes a leadership institute held for her organization in June at the University of Pennsylvania,...

Out of bounds: crossing sectors to collaborate on mutually beneficial initiatives.(Three Sector Initiative accomplishments and goals)
November 1, 2002... THERE ARE MORE THAN 1.6 MILLION NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS IN THE UNITED States, with more than 10.9 million paid employees and another 84 million volunteers. But although we may try desperately, those of us who work in the nonprofit and...

Come together: like-minded associations are partnering to host joint meetings and seeing promising results.(associations plan to hold meetings in same location at same time for cost savings and other benefits)
November 1, 2002... WHEN THE HEALTH INDUSTRY DISTRIBUTORS Association, Alexandria, Virginia, held its annual trade show last month in Chicago, it marked the second consecutive year that Physician Sales and Service, Jacksonville, Florida, held its national sales...

Taming the Governance Tiger.(tips for associations on managing boards and on governance issues)
November 1, 2002... Rethinking governance used to mean reducing the numbers involved in leadership. But no longer--today's enlightened association leaders realize that simply reducing the number of board members, committees, and meetings isn't enough. Now,...

Lobbyist lowdown: building a productive relationship with your contract lobbyist.(how associations can effectively manage their lobbyists)
November 1, 2002... AN ISSUE ON YOUR ASSOCIATION'S RADAR SCREEN JUST EXPLODED unexpectedly in the newspaper; another association executive just called wondering if you were aware of your contract lobbyist's conflict of interest; your PAC checkbook is depleted even...

Mesa Centennial Center. (Arizona: Mesa).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Mesa's story is one of industrious Indians and Spanish expeditions, and though these early pioneers might not recognize the present-day city, they would be proud that planners find the area as attractive as they once did. Mesa Centennial...

Phoenix Civic Plaza. (Arizona: Phoenix).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The people of Phoenix have put their city on the path to achieving a greater share of the meetings market with approval of a $300 million convention-center expansion. The Phoenix Civic Plaza will soon double its size to more than 700,000 square...

Disneyland. (California: Anaheim and Orange County).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Faster than you can say "Disneyland," this Southern California region is growing into a major meetings mecca. The Anaheim Convention Center recently completed a $180 million expansion project, and now offers a total of 1.6 million square...

Hilton Concord. (California: Contra Costa).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Contra Costa is one of the fastest growing, most accessible counties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Unique settings and characteristics, ranging from rural areas with orchards and hiking trails to bustling business centers, distinguish each...

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa. (California: Huntington Beach).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Coming to this coastal California city in January 2003, the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa will offer meetings with striking Pacific views and a relaxing resort atmosphere. The Hyatt Regency will feature 52,000 square feet of...

Queensway Bay Project. (California: Long Beach).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... This city by the sea is even more popular among planners now that the Queensway Bay Project is nearing completion. The $100 million effort to redevelop 300 acres of oceanfront land downtown includes Rainbow Harbor--home to tall ships, tour...

Monterey Conference Center. (California: Monterey).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... In Monterey, land and sea come together beautifully--and your group will, too, with fabulous facilities outdone only by the views. The award-winning Monterey Conference Center features 58,000 square feet of newly renovated meeting space,...

Convention Center. (California: Oakland).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Oakland's booming economy and burgeoning cultural landscape have given this Bay Area city a boost in the meetings market. More than $300 million in new construction this year alone includes five new hotels, bringing Oakland's total number of...

Ontario Convention Center. (California: Ontario).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Ontario is the perfect place for midsize meetings, with a central location and topnotch conference spaces to serve convention-goers in style. The dynamic Ontario Convention Center situated at the foot of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains...

Pasadena Conference Center. (California: Pasadena).(meeting destination )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... It's the city that feels like a village, and the Pasadena Conference Center is at the heart of it all. The center, which recently completed a $1.3 million renovation, is comprised of three distinct meeting venues under one roof: the Conference...

Sacramento Convention Center. (California: Sacramento).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... A cornucopia of conference sites amid canopies of trees is today's Sacramento, an affordable, accessible alternative for groups of all sizes. The award-winning Sacramento Convention Center is a 384,359-square-foot complex with 134,000...

San Diego Convention Center. (California: San Diego).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... In the southwest corner of California is the sunny city of San Diego, where a variety of hotel and convention facilities and a community of hospitality professionals will help make your meeting a success. The San Diego Convention Center...

Moscone Center. (California: San Francisco).(meeting destination )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Central to this city's convention landscape is the Moscone Center, growing again to accommodate the ever-increasing demand for meetings held here. Moscone West, located at the corner of Fourth and Howard streets, will complement the two...

San Jose McEnery Convention Center. (California: San Jose).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... These days, everyone knows the way to San Jose, the crossroads of computers and innovation. But chips and disks are just part of this city's story. Here, south of San Francisco, you'll find exceptional meeting spots to suit any size group up to...

Silicon Valley Central. (California: Santa Clara).(meeting destination; Santa Clara Convention Center)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... History lives along the high-tech here in Silicon Valley Central, where early American agriculture flourished long before computers did. And the city is certainly ripe for meetings, with contemporary conference sites and the legendary...

Colorado Springs. (Colorado: Colorado Springs).(convention and resort facilities )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... With all the stars and diamond ratings the Broadmoor has received, it continues to shine brightly as one of the finest resorts in the Rockies. Colorado Springs offers a range of meeting options, from downtown convention properties to...

Colorado Convention Center. (Colorado: Denver).(expands )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Ground broke earlier this year on a $268 million expansion of the Colorado Convention Center that will double the size of the facility. When it opens in December 2004, the complex will feature a total of 584,000 square feet of contiguous...

Keystone Resort. (Colorado: Keystone).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... After three successful years hosting meetings at its expanded conference center, Keystone Resort has announced a new name to better reflect its position in the meetings destination market. The Keystone Resort and Convention Center, as it is...

Boise Centre. (Idaho: Boise).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Idaho's capital city is livable, likeable, and loaded with options for planners in search of something off the beaten path. The big news in Boise is the new $25 million convention center set for completion in 2004. The project puts the city...

Harvey's Resort & Casino. (Nevada: Lake Tahoe South).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Nestled between southern Nevada and California, the Lake Tahoe region makes a perfect pre- or post-meeting getaway, or desirable group destination all its own with 80,000 square feet of convention space, 600,000 square feet of recreational...

Las Vegas Convention Center. (Nevada: Las Vegas).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... This sizzling city is on a roll following a $150 million expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The 1.3 million-square-foot addition to the center's South Hall means a total of 3.2 million square feet of space, with 2 million square feet...

Reno-Sparks Convention Center. (Nevada: Reno).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The Reno-Sparks Convention Center has completed a $105 million expansion ahead of schedule and below budget, bringing more services and meeting space to northern Nevada. The changes include the addition of two column-free exhibition halls...

Marriott City Center. (Oregon: Portland).(Portland's convention industry expands)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Portland has exciting plans to serve bigger groups even better, as the 405,000-square-foot Convention Center expansion nears completion. By April 2003, Oregon's largest convention facility will offer even greater flexibility along with...

South Towne Exposition Center. (Utah: Salt Lake City).(Salt Lake sees convention and meeting boom )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Having just hosted the ultimate meeting, Salt Lake City is primed for great numbers. Salt Lake's Olympic experience opens up the possibilities for planners, as a massive influx of hotel rooms to house sports spectators makes Salt Lake a...

Washington State Convention & Trade Center. (Washington: Seattle).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Like the coffee this city is famous for, Seattle's hospitality industry is strong as ever. The Washington State Convention & Trade Center's meeting and exhibition space recently expanded to an impressive 300,000 square feet. Six exhibit halls...

The value of professional mediation. (Human Resources).
November 1, 2002... In small-staff associations, where roles and responsibilities are more fluid than in larger organizations, internal conflicts, if not addressed, can damage an association faster than any external threat. Passively waiting out conflicts can mean...

Managing the paper flow. (Management).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Keeping track of paper is an ongoing challenge for any small-staff executive. Following are a couple tricks offered by members of ASAE's Small-Staff Advisory Committee. If you have any personal favorites for harnessing the paper flow, send them...

Shedding light on staff salaries. (ASAE Resource).(American Society of Association Executives study )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... ASAE is known for giving you information on executive compensation in its annual Association Executive Compensation and Benefits Study, but what about information on other staff? The first-ever Association Staff Compensation & Benefits Study...

Tips for an effective awards program. (Membership).(planning, implementation and administration)
November 1, 2002... Voltaire said, "Appreciation is a wonderful thing: It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well." Does your association have an awards program to appreciate excellence? If not, consider implementing one. An awards program...

Vietnam open for business. (Globalization).(American Apparel and Footwear Association in Vietnam)
November 1, 2002... The American Apparel and Footwear Association, Arlington, Virginia, is showing how Vietnam is becoming increasingly business friendly for American organizations. In January 2002 AAFA embarked on a trade mission to the Asian country, making the...

Visitors returning to the United States. (Meetings).(for meetings)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Statistics from the U.S. Office of Travel & Tourism Industries offers reason for optimism that international attendees will be returning to your meetings in the United States. In the first quarter of 2002, six of the top 20 visitor...

CEO to CEO.(CEOs answer questions on role models and about a disgruntled employee who quits then goes to talk to board about reason for quitting)
November 1, 2002... Q: Who are your role models, both personal and professional? My parents are my personal and professional role models. My father was a very good businessman, and watched his fairness with his employees. He never acted like he was better than...

Technology marketplace.(Advertisement)
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Breeding champions. (Keeping Your Edge).(Patricia Hull, Executive Director, National Association of Professional Mortgage Women; focuses on interest in showing and breeding dogs)(Interview)
November 1, 2002... WHO? Patricia Hull WHAT? Executive Director WHERE? National Association of Professional Mortgage Women, Edmonds, Washington WHEN? Since 1991 Q: How did your interest in breeding and showing dogs begin? A: My mother would...

Vancouver Canada.(meetings and conventions draw higher attendance; discusses attractions)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Research shows meetings and conventions held in Vancouver generate higher attendance. Here's why: Vancouver "The Best City in the World to Live", according to the year 2000 survey conducted by William M. Mercer, an international HR...

Tourism Vancouver--the greater Vancouver convention and visitors bureau.(services )
November 1, 2002... Vancouver's Service Edge is a commitment made by the Tourism Vancouver team. Our "edge" is to deliver an unrivaled combination of Sales, Service and Destination Marketing Support to our meeting and convention customers. Our goal--to make your...

Conference and meeting facilities.(in Vancouver )
November 1, 2002... Whether you're planning an event for 10 or 10,000, Vancouver's convention and hotel facilities help make our city one of the best delegate draws in North America. Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre A landmark facility in one of...

Accommodation.(Vancouver)
November 1, 2002... Vancouver's quality and range of accommodation is tremendous. From the ultimate in luxurious Five Diamond hotels, the Pan Pacific, Sutton Place and Four Seasons, to the best in university residences, there are over 24,000 rooms in Greater...

Practical matters: useful information for planning a trip to Vancouver, Canada.
November 1, 2002... Vancouver International Airport One of the finest international air travel facilities in the world, Thanks to the Canada/US Open Skies Agreement and an increase in direct flights from more US cities, Vancouver is easier to get to. ...

Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre.
November 1, 2002... Situated in a spectacular downtown waterfront setting, the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre delivers an unforgettable meetings experience. Our facilities offer over 150,000 square feet of first class meeting space along with innovative,...

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... For an unforgettable convention, begin with an unforgettable hotel. Imagine your most successful meeting. At the heart of Vancouver. In a castle. Recently restored at a cost of $65 million, the hotel offers 556 spacious guestrooms and...

The Westin Bayshore Resort & Marina.
November 1, 2002... On Vancouver's Coal Harbour, with panoramic views of the water, mountains and Stanley Park, the spectacular Westin Bayshore Resort and Marina is the city's only downtown resort and conference centre. Connected to historic 1,000-acre...

The Fairmont Waterfront.
November 1, 2002... Vancouver. You chose it as your meeting destination for all the right reasons. Now choose a meeting facility that delivers. The Fairmont Waterfront. We offer spectacular harbour and mountain views from our meeting rooms, guestrooms, restaurant...

Four Seasons Hotel.
November 1, 2002... Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver offers outstanding meeting facilities, services and amenities, particularly for small to medium-sized groups of up to 250. TI high speed internet access in all guest rooms and meeting rooms, 24-hour room service,...

Hyatt Regency.
November 1, 2002... Excellent central downtown location allowing easy walking access to shopping, dining, entertainment and tourist attractions. Hotel provides 644 guestrooms with room blocks up to 500. Over 34,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space,...

The Pan Pacific Hotel.
November 1, 2002... The Pan Pacific Hotel is uniquely located in the heart of Vancouver's downtown waterfront rising above the Canada Place, Alaska cruiseship terminal and the sails of the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. Recipient of the prestigious AAA...

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel.
November 1, 2002... The Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel defines a new standard in accommodation in Vancouver. The more than 48,600 square feet of meeting space comprising 35 meeting rooms includes the 5,035 square foot Pavilion Ballroom, the 4,190 square foot...

The Sutton Place Hotel.
November 1, 2002... As one of only three AAA Five Diamond rated hotels in Canada. The Sutton Place hotel is one of Vancouver's most luxurious meeting venues located in the heart of downtown. Offering an intimate European-style ambiance for events catering to up to...

Advance Group.
November 1, 2002... Advance Group provides a comprehensive range of unparalleled conference management services. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional results on time and within budget. We achieve these efficiencies through our advanced technology, creativity...

Delta Pinnacle.
November 1, 2002... Located in the heart of the business district, steps from the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. Featuring 16,000 sq.ft. of meeting space with floor-to-ceiling windows, outdoor patio, and spectacular views. Ask for details about Delta'...

Delta Vancouver Suites.
November 1, 2002... Graced with the casual elegance of New York and capturing the definitive feel of the West Coast. Delta Vancouver Suites offers today's traveler the finest in state-of-the-art technology, comfort and luxury in the heart of downtown Vancouver,...

The Westin Grand Vancouver.
November 1, 2002... Vancouver's newest, all suite Four-Diamond hotel has 207 suites offering high speed internet, Web TV, deep-soaker bathtubs, deluxe suites with Heavenly Beds[R] and much more. Meeting rooms feature natural light and high-speed internet. Value...