Association Management articles from November 2004

Association Management archives from November 2004

Revamped CAE exam on its way.(BRIEFLY)(Certified Association Executive)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Revamped CAE exam on its way. What skills and knowledge are essential to being a Certified Association Executive? The CAE Commission knows and has developed a new exam for the CAE designation based on that knowledge. Across the past year, more...

All-Star winners selected.(BRIEFLY)(2004 All-Star Award )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... All-Star winners selected. Recipients of the 2004 All-Star Award have been selected. The program honors ASAE's industry partners for their exceptional service and relationships with the association community. This year's winners are Tim G....

ASAE hires new research director.(BRIEFLY)(American Society of Association Executives)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... ASAE hires new research director. Monica Dignam, a professional researcher with more than 30 years of experience, is ASAE's new director of industry and market research. In this position, Dignam is responsible for enhancing ASAE's industry...

"Do Not Call" registry upheld.(BRIEFLY)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... "Do Not Call" registry upheld. The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to hear a challenge to the federal "Do Not Call" registry, thereby ending telemarketers' bid to get the ban on phone solicitations thrown out. The court's decision came...

Ledoux selected as VP of meetings.(BRIEFLY)(vice president)(Meetings and Expositions Department appointed Amy Ledoux as Vice President)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Ledoux selected as VP of meetings. Amy Ledoux, CAE, an ASAE staff alumna, has returned to head up the Meetings and Expositions Department. Ledoux, a Certified Meeting Professional, was most recently a consultant for ASAE and others; she managed...

Fax rules stay extended.(HEADLINES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... On October 1, the Federal Communications Commission granted an additional six-month stay of the controversial fax regulations that, if put into effect, will make broadcast faxing without prior, written consent illegal for all...

Postal rate hike possible.(HEADLINES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... The size of the next postal rate increase is wholly dependent on how quickly Congress passes postal reform legislation. This according to Postmaster General Jack Potter speaking at the National Postal Forum in Washington, D.C., in September....

Summit award winners honored.(HEADLINES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... More than 1,000 association professionals, industry partners, members of Congress, and business leaders gathered at ASAE's Summit Awards Dinner on October 5 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. The event, in its fifth year,...

FTC proposes new spam rules.(HEADLINES)
November 1, 2004... In an effort to help associations understand the intricacies of the federal CAN-SPAM Act, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed new regulations that clearly define what constitutes a violation of the act. The comment period for the...

The fragile nature, and vital role, of trust.(PREVIEW)(Editorial)
November 1, 2004... Recently, I had the extraordinary experience of witnessing the Cirque du Soleil performance of Varekai. For those not familiar with the performing troupe, Cirque du Soleil, which translates to Circus of the Sun, is a supremely creative mix of...

Volunteer task forces tackle new goals.(ASAE UP FRONT)
November 1, 2004... Create an organization with such a compelling value proposition that it attracts 100,000 members--perhaps more. It's a lofty goal, for sure. But by posing that challenge to ourselves--the boards and staffs of ASAE and The Center for Association...

netFORUM from Avectra: Smart; Flexible; Proven.
November 1, 2004... INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Staff enjoy do-it-yourself ability netFORUM was built to deliver two crucial benefits to staff: empowerment and ease of use. netFORUM's array of wizards and templates not only save...

What new standards development legislation means for associations.(LEGAL)(Standards Development Organization Advancement Act of 2004.)
November 1, 2004... On June 22, 2004, President Bush signed into law H.R. 1086, which includes the Standards Development Organization Advancement Act of 2004. The act amends the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, which granted antitrust...

Teaching kids Internet safety.(SERVICE SALUTE)(Telecom Chapter)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... More than 18,000 fourth graders across the state of Missouri know how to use the Internet safely, thanks to members of the Missouri chapter of TelecomPioneers, Denver, a volunteer organization of nearly 750,000 current and retired...

Nip negativity in the bud.(PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES)
November 1, 2004... You can't avoid frustrations and disappointments at the office, but you can prevent them from taking a toll on your career by monitoring and limiting your tendency to engage in negative communication. Barbara Pachter, a business communications...

FLSA requirements for part-time nonexempt employees.(LEGAL)(Fair Labor Standards Act)
November 1, 2004... Q: Should associations be concerned about the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to part-time nonexempt employees? A: Yes. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has two basic provisions for nonexempt employees: Employers must pay a...

Organizers stress ROI strategies.(TRADE SHOWS)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Today's trade show organizers are implementing promotional and marketing strategies to add value and increase loyalty among exhibitors, according to a new study by the International Association for Exhibition Management, Dallas. IAEM partnered...

Promoting financial literacy.(COMMUNITY OUTREACH)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... The California Society of Certified Public Accountants, Redwood City, is doing everything it can to help state residents become more savvy money managers. Hosted by state legislators, CalCPA's "Dollars and Sense" town hall-style forums seek to...

New associations.(COMMUNITY OUTREACH)
November 1, 2004... Women's E-Commerce Association International: www.wecai.org The Society for Leadership of Change: www.theslc.org

Award promotes value of clean.(PUBLIC EDUCATION)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... A new award program sponsored by the Soap and Detergent Association, Washington, D.C., is enabling the association to both heighten visibility and extend the reach of its educational materials. SDA launched its "Clean Homes... Healthy Families...

30 years.(ANNIVERSARY)
November 1, 2004... National Council for Interior Design Qualification: www.ncidq.org

Turn lunch hour into power hour.(TIME MANAGEMENT)
November 1, 2004... Somewhere between attending meetings, writing reports, returning phone calls, and answering e-mail messages, is lunch in the American workday. Corporate America has created a new breed; workers too busy to take a lunch break whose habits may...

Meeting the needs of caregiving employees.(WORKPLACE ISSUES)
November 1, 2004... At any given time, 20-50 percent of your workforce is dealing with a caregiving situation (e.g., sick or handicapped child or a terminally ill spouse or parent). Given that nearly half of all caregivers work outside the home, the needs of these...

Kellen goes European.(ACQUISITIONS)(Kellen Company)(Ernst and Young Association Management)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... The Kellen Company, Atlanta, has acquired the former Ernst and Young Association Management business unit in Brussels. The new full-service subsidiary is now known as Kellen Europe (www.kelleneurope.com).

Tax code help.(ONLINE FREEBIES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... TAX CODE HELP. The Internal Revenue Service has created a resource on its Web site called "Life Cycle of a Public Charity" to help charitable organizations comply with tax-code requirements. Information ranging from filing an exemption...

Tips on producing must-read annual reports.(ONLINE FREEBIES)
November 1, 2004... TIPS ON PRODUCING MUST-READ ANNUAL REPORTS. Tired of taking the same-old-same-old approach to your association's annual report? Visit www.writing911.com for some fresh ideas on writing compelling annual reports. This Web-based service for...

Business card rating quiz.(ONLINE FREEBIES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... BUSINESS CARD RATING QUIZ. Ever wonder what kind of impression you're making with your business card? Debbie Allen, international business speaker and author, provides a free quiz on her Web site: www.debbieallen.com. Your responses will tell...

Protecting mobile devices.(WORKPLACE STRATEGIES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Here's the scenario: One of your association's VIPs forgets his BlackBerry in an airplane seat pocket. Calls to the airline prove fruitless. The American Gas Association (AGA), Washington, D.C, recently experienced this dilemma, but thanks...

New names.(WORKPLACE STRATEGIES)
November 1, 2004... Before: International Paying Agents Association After: International Capital Markets Services Association: www.capmktserv.com Before: International Express Carriers Conference After: Global Express Association:...

Preventing or minimizing attrition.(MEETING PLANNING)
November 1, 2004... Meeting planners have a new ally in their efforts to combat hotel room block attrition. A comprehensive study by the Convention Industry Council, Washington, D.C., pinpoints specific actions organizations can take to minimize the impact of...

Trust in a turnaround: an organizational rebuild starts by restoring the board's confidence in staff leadership.(Medical Education Collaborative)(Cover Story)
November 1, 2004... AFTER TWO YEARS OF CRIPPLING DEFICITS AND DETRIMENTAL communication gaps between senior management and the board, the state of affairs at the Medical Education Collaborative (MEC), Golden, Colorado, looked gloomy in 2002. That wasn't always so....

IT made EZ: ten ways to make better use of technology.(Information Technology)
November 1, 2004... ONE OF THE GREAT STRENGTHS OF A small nonprofit organization is the agility that it can exercise. Often such enterprises are more nimble and less bureaucratic, and they are supported by members who actively appreciate the efforts of the...

Strategic storytelling: a timeless tool makes its way into association management.
November 1, 2004... HOW CAN YOU COMMUNICATE ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY IN A WAY that increases members' commitment and involvement? How can you make dramatic organizational changes that members and staff will embrace? How can you quickly capture members' attention...

Mastering multiple tiers: head problems off at the pass by establishing proper component and affiliate guidelines.
November 1, 2004... WHEREVER YOUR ORGANIZATION RESIDES IN A MULTITIERED organizational structure; however creative you've been in establishing revenue-generating subsidiaries or affiliated corporations; and however persuasive you've become with regulators, donors,...

Advocacy in a time of transition: getting up to speed when new people are in power.
November 1, 2004... TERRY CROSS STILL VIVIDLY REMEMBERS THE FORCE OF THE BLOW. In 1994, Republicans captured the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time in 40 years--and the National Indian Child Welfare Association, Portland, Oregon, lost...

Magnetic meetings: pull'em in with educational programming.
November 1, 2004... UNLIKE REGISTRATION SERVICES, LOGISTICS, and site selection, the educational components of a meeting are rarely outsourced. Educational content is still the critical element in program planning and one of the core benefits associations offer...

Western update.(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Wow Factor Is Immense in the Wonderful West The American West is a mind-boggling region of seemingly endless options for meeting venues. Spectacular mountain vistas give way to dazzling desert oases and some of the world's most celebrated...

Sharpening your staff skills.(PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)
November 1, 2004... Arguably the best advice given to me by a mentor was this: "If you are doing the same thing this year as you were last year, you may be one year out of date." Total quality management principles taught association executives about kaizen, the...

Publishing program tips.(PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... The Society for American Baseball Research, Cleveland, publishes two annual journals and other materials as our budget allows. Recently our board formed an ad hoc committee to analyze SABR's publishing program and improve the quality, quantity,...

Evaluating office options.(ASAE RESOURCE)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... At some point, you may be faced with negotiating your association's lease for office space, managing the relocation of your headquarters, or even spearheading the purchase of a new building. All of these can be daunting tasks if you don't...

Exercise caution on database conversions.(TECHNOLOGY)
November 1, 2004... When I arrived at the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, Silver Spring, Maryland, in 2000, the final conversion was being tested for ADAA's new database, purchased six months earlier. Online registration was to go live for a conference...

Marketing beyond the pond.(MARKETING)
November 1, 2004... Taking the leap from marketing your association's programs and services exclusively to U.S. members and prospects to targeting international buyers can be a seductive and scary proposition. Even groups with deep pockets can make big mistakes....

Show time in Libya.(MEETINGS)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... With the trade embargo lifted, plans are under way for the first-ever U.S. Trade and Industrial Exhibition and Conference in Libya. The event--to be held January 16-20, 2005, at the 34,000-square-meter Tripoli International...

Q: How does your association help members get involved?(CEO TO CEO)
November 1, 2004... Q: How does your association help members get involved? Members who express a desire to pursue volunteer service usually have a specific area of interest. We attempt to match people to their passions, whether they are enthusiastic about...

Q: Do you use contested elections? If so, what are the pros and cons?(CEO TO CEO)
November 1, 2004... Q: Do you use contested elections? If so, what are the pros and cons? Contested elections can help alleviate the impression that a certain faction of an organization controls the slate--but other policies must be in place to support this....

ASAE resources.(www.asaenet.org)
November 1, 2004... Access ASAE Online [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 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...

Upcoming events.(Calendar)
November 1, 2004... 2004 November 2: Women Executives Forum, The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, D.C., noon-2 p.m. 4-5: Building Relationships for Increased Association Sales, The Center for Association...

Enhance events with tradeshowstore.com.(EXPO PRODUCTS & SERVICES SHOWCASE)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... TradeshowStore.Com offers unique products such as vinyl and acetate badge holders, lanyards, ribbons, wrist bands, and roll tickets. An online career center and educational books are also available. Consumers are assured competitive pricing,...

Exhibitor lead retrieval solution specialists.(EXPO PRODUCTS & SERVICES SHOWCASE)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Since 1989 Dietze Enterprises, Inc., has been providing advanced exhibitor lead retrieval and session tracking technology to trade show managers and their exhibitors. Dietze supports 1D and 2D barcodes, magstripe cards, and Radio Frequency...

The identification and recognition specialists.(EXPO PRODUCTS & SERVICES SHOWCASE)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... With more than 55 years of experience in the business, The Cawley Company is dedicated to providing one-stop shopping for all your identification and recognition needs. Personalize your own badges, awards, signage, and photo IDs on-site, or let...

Hurrahs instead of holes.(EXPO PRODUCTS & SERVICES SHOWCASE)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Win their approval with nametag necklaces. Say goodbye to pinholes in lapels and shirts when you use our nametag necklaces. Easy and comfortable, you can choose from dozens of economical styles. Lanyards with your logo. Cords in your corporate...

TMI's services: a step in the right direction.(EXPO PRODUCTS & SERVICES SHOWCASE)(Tradeshow Multimedia, Inc)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Tradeshow Multimedia, Inc., is the leading provider of interactive solutions to attendees, exhibitors, and event managers. TMI offers a complete suite of technology services that include CEU tracking, online certificates, virtual...

Coming soon.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2004... Association Management Overseas It's big, it's bold, and it's coming on strong. It's China--the sleeping giant that has not only awakened, but also has captured the notice of companies, foreign investors, and associations. Learn the...

Technology marketplace.(Directory)
November 1, 2004... ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE ADVANCED SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. 901 N. Pitt St., Suite 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Karen Kramer 800-727-8682; fax: 703-739-3218 Web site: www.advsol.com iMIS 10, developed by...

Give me that rock and roll music.(KEEPING YOUR EDGE)(Interview)
November 1, 2004... WHO? Karlene Belyea WHAT? Executive Director WHERE? Michigan Veterinary Medical Association, Okemos WHEN? Since 2003 Q: When did you begin your musical training? A: From the time I was very young, my mother loved to sing...