Nonprofit Protections Added to Homeland Security Appropriations

The Senate approved a Homeland Security appropriations bill last week with $50 million in assistance for 501(c)(3) nonprofits determined to be at high risk of international terrorist attacks.

The House passed its version of the bill (H.R. 4567) on June 18. The measure now goes to a House-Senate conference committee. ASAE is part of a coalition of nonprofits working to ensure the entire $50 million stays in the final legislation. The Coalition for High-Risk Non-Profit Security sent a letter to conference committee members this week offering a number of compelling reasons for dedicating homeland security funds to nonprofits, most notably the fact that nonprofits cannot afford to divert funds for security measures and still fulfill their social, community and educational missions.

For more information about the coalition, contact Coalition Chair Chuck Konigsberg, Vice President of Public Policy, United Jewish Communities, at 202-744-6698 or e-mail him at chuck.konigsberg@ujc.org.

To learn more about this and other issues visit the ASAE Public Policy Web site at  www.asaenet.org.

On-Site ONLY Space Available for ASAE's Interactive Town Hall on the FTC Proposed E-mail Rules

The FTC Proposes New E-Mail Rules: What Every Association Needs to Know
ASAE Conference Center, 1575 I Street, Washington, DC 20005
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Member On-site - $95.00
Nonmember On-site - $195

With only on-site space available for this don't miss event—visit www.asaenet.org today to reserve YOUR space!

On January 1st, the new federal spam law took effect, with a potentially significant impact on associations, depending on how the Federal Trade Commission defined commercial e-mail. The FTC has given its preliminary answer, and it is not the answer associations were seeking. If an e-mail markets something -- be it a conference registration or a new book on industry best practices -- it is 'commercial,' according to the FTC's proposed rules, no matter what the source (nonprofit or for-profit), what is being sold (related or unrelated to nonprofit purposes), or to whom it is sent (member or non-member).

The rules apply to a single e-mail equally as they do to bulk e-mail. In short, a wide array of association e-mails would be considered 'commercial' under the FTC proposal, with significant requirements that apply. Join us for a special town hall meeting on the proposed rules and learn what your association needs to do to comply before the rules are finalized in December.

Our blue-ribbon panel -- including the FTC's principal drafter of the proposed regulations, and attorneys for ASAE and The Center for Association Leadership -- will answer of your questions in this interactive program. This is one program you cannot afford to miss.

Panelists:
Michael Goodman, Esq., Staff Attorney
Federal Trade Commission

Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Esq., Partner
Venable LLP

Jefferson C. Glassie, Esq., Partner
Shaw Pittman LLP

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School of Association Management Online® —Registration is NOW OPEN!

Time is a precious commodity, especially to a busy association professional like you! Finding free time to cultivate your association-specific knowledge in your specialized field, while balancing your career and your personal time can be difficult. We can help School of Association Managementâ (SAM) Online is affordable and convenient education that can be completed anywhere by simply accessing the Web and e-mail. Also, since these classes do not take place in real time, you learn at your own pace and according to your schedule.  Plus, this is an opportunity to earn your CAE hours!

Make the most of this opportunity to take your professional development seriously with SAM Online. Pick from the following classes that are NOW OPEN for registration and sign up today! To register, visit http://desktopasae.certilearn.com/home/. 

Managing in an Association
October 6 - November 16 (18 CAE Hours)

Membership Marketing
October 6 - November 16 (18 CAE Hours)

Education Program Management
October 6 - November 16 (18 CAE Hours)

New ASAE-Sponsored Technology Program Offers Electronic Newsletter Design and Creation Service

Now you can easily create and manage custom-branded electronic publications--such as the one you’re reading--using NewsManager, a new ASAE-sponsored program. With NewsManager’s Web-based system, you can work directly from your desktop with no need for special software or HTML or other high-tech skills. Newsletters arrive as a graphically rich e-mail with links that allow your readers to click right to articles of interest. NewsManager allows you to incorporate links, polls, video messages, and other interactive content.

For details, visit NewsManager, e-mail members@commpartners.com, or call CommPartners at 877-488-2666.

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The CAE Exam Will Be Here Before You Know It!

Don't delay in submitting your CAE application and getting yourself equipped to prepare for the December 3rd exam. 

Here's what you need to know:

• Last registration deadline:  October 4  (see www.asaenet.org/cae for application information)
• Recommended Readings:
  Association Law Handbook, 3rd Edition
  Jerald A. Jacobs
  Written for association executives, this outstanding quick reference handbook makes association law accessible.  Features in-depth coverage of virtually all association law topics and explains critical areas of law in layman’s terms.  Supplemented with sample association documents for your use. (1996, 504 pages)
  Hardcover product # 216465
  ASAE Member $ 110.00
  Nonmember $ 137.50

  Softcover product# 216471
  ASAE Member $ 85.00
  Nonmember $ 110.00

  Principles of Association Management, 4th Edition
  Get a comprehensive look at all aspects of association management, including governance structures, volunteer management, finance, marketing, membership, publishing, education/meetings, government relations, foundations, strategic planning, and future trends.  A key resource for the first-time executive.  Experienced executives will learn about unfamiliar topics. (2001, 140 pages)
  Product # 216473
  ASAE Member $ 40.95
  Nonmember $ 50.95

  Professional Practices in Association Management
  This complete and concise guide offers practical, experience-based strategies and techniques for managing an association.  The comprehensive range in this book, time-tested management techniques, and authoritative guidance make this an indispensable resource for association executives, consultants, volunteer leaders and other professionals.  (1997, 362 pages)
  Hardcover product # 216481
  ASAE Member $ 57.95
  Nonmember $ 71.50

  Softcover product # 216480
  ASAE Member $ 45.95
  Nonmember $ 57.95

  
  Visit ASAE’s web site at www.asaenet.org to order or view our complete list of publications as well as learn more about becoming a CAE.  You may also place a bookstore order by calling 888-950-2723 or 202-371-0940 in the Washington, D.C. area.
  
  

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Emerging Leaders Forum Is Right Around the Corner—Register Today

Emotional Intelligence (EI) Competence: Improving Personal and Team Performance
Thursday, October 28, 2004
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET
Marriott Learning Complex, The Ronald Reagan Building, Washington, DC
ASAE Members - $45    Nonmembers - $55

Emotional intelligence directly relates to how well you understand yourself, how well you understand others, and how well you manage relationships.  It is incredibly important to your success and that of your employees. A survey of U.S. employers reveals that:

• More than 50% of employees lack the motivation to keep learning and improving
• Four in 10 people cannot work cooperatively
• Only 19% of entry level applicants have adequate self-discipline for their jobs
• 70% of all change initiatives fail due to people issues-inability to lead, lack of teamwork, unwillingness to take initiative and inability to deal with change
• The primary derailleur of top executives is a lack of impulse control

If you want to improve your performance and you need your team to improve theirs too, this session is for you. During this interactive workshop, you will complete an emotional intelligence profile that will give you a snapshot of your own EI competence. Then, we'll build a coaching agenda for you to expand your competence and improve your performance.  You will also spend learning how you can coach your staff to expand their emotional intelligence and boost performance as a result!  If you are frustrated with a staff member who "just doesn't get it" or feel like you want new approaches to helping your team grow, then you have to attend this workshop.

Content Leader:  Jon C. Hockman, Chief Executive Officer, d3 Dream Dare Do

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ASAE Career Headquarters–Make Your Next Professional Step Today

Realize your professional potential in association management through www.careerhq.org—the best source of association jobs and resumes. Advertise your resume free of charge to hundreds of association employers and search CareerHQ.org’s targeted job database for the position that’s right for you. CareerHQ.org offers career development services, including job coaching, resume writing, and a career knowledge database. Numerous services are free, including resume review, interviewing guidelines, and a behavioral style analysis. You’ll also find helpful tips and resources to assist in your job hunt.

Click on the newest positions available for a sample of what you’ll find at www.careerHQ.org:

Meetings/Administrative Assistant
Society of Nuclear Medicine–Reston, VA

Research Coordinator
APPMA–Greenwich, CT

Membership Manager
National Food Processors Association–Washington, DC

Marketing Manager
New York Society of Security Analysts–New York, NY

Associate Director, Membership
California Society of CPAs–Redwood City, CA

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What Are YOU Doing This Fall? Don't Miss The Center for Association Leadership's Fall Events!

DC Association Law Symposium
Capitol Hilton, Washington, DC
September 28, 2004

Emerging Leaders Forum
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC
September 28, 2004

The FTC Proposes New E-Mail Rules: What Every Association Needs to Know
ASAE Conference Center, Washington, DC
October 1, 2004

Essential Financial Skills for the Non-Finance Professional
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC
October 21, 2004

A Half Day With Marcus Buckingham
The US Chamber of Commerce, Washington, DC
October 28, 2004


For a full listing of ASAE's events and to register, visit www.asaenet.org.

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Find out how MagnetMail, the ASAE-sponsored e-Marketing Program that powers the ASAE Weekly, can help you achieve record-breaking results. Call MagnetMail at 877-488-2666, or visit us on the Web at www.realmagnet.com/commpartners. To request additional information complete our online form.