FCC to Vote on Petition for Stay of Fax Regulations

ASAE and the Fax Ban Coalition have learned that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has called for a rolling vote on the Petition for Stay of the FCC’s proposed fax regulations. Once all five commissioners vote, the results should be made known.

ASAE and the coalition filed the petition in August seeking a new six-month stay of the proposed fax rules, otherwise due to take effect January 1, 2005. As ASAE has previously reported, legislation reinstating the “established business relationship” provision desired by associations and the business community fax issue has found bipartisan support in both chambers, with the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee passing S. 2603 on July 22, and H.R. 4600 passing the full House on July 20. But the upcoming elections and the scramble to pass funding bills for various agencies has dominated Senate discussions of late, and time is running out in the current legislative session.

That said, it is still very important for ASAE members to contact their Senators to urge them to vote for S. 2603 when it goes to the Senate floor for a full vote.  To contact your Senators, visit the ASAE Web site at http://capwiz.com/asae/issues/alert/?alertid=6096556. 

The coalition responded to a Washington Post article last week in which consumer advocates suggested that the fax bill would open loopholes leading to more junk faxes. In a letter to the editor submitted today, the coalition points out that no new right to fax is created by the fax legislation; rather, the bill simply restores the “established business relationship” provision for faxing that the FCC originally endorsed before drafting new regulations last summer.

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

Enjoy a Half Day with Marcus Buckingham

A Half Day with Marcus Buckingham
Thursday, October 28, 2004
8:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m. (Registration and Continental Breakfast)
8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (Program)
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street NW, Washington, D.C.

Learn “The One Thing” you need to know to be a great manager and leader at a special half-day seminar featuring New York Times best-selling author Marcus Buckingham.  During his 17 years at The Gallup Organization, Marcus Buckingham challenged conventional wisdom and showed the link between employee engagement and productivity, profit, customer satisfaction, and rate of turnover. 

Now Marcus Buckingham is leading another revolution, in which he will challenge you to focus on "the one thing" you need to know to be a great manager and leader.  Drawing from his soon-to-be-released 2005 book, The One Thing You Need to Know, Marcus Buckingham will share his insights on practical steps you can take to increase your effectiveness and professional success.  He will share proven strategies for bolstering your leadership skills.

Cost is $195 per person and registration is easy online at www.asaenet.org.  If you are interested in registering up to eight people from your organization, visit the Leading Authorities Web site for group rates.

Co-hosts for this event include ASAE and The Center for Association Leadership, Leading Authorities, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the Society for Human Resource Management.  This program is sponsored by AIG, BB&T, Marsh Affinity Group, Office Depot, and Spencer Stuart.

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Prometheus Think Tank—Sign up to Attend This November

Prometheus Think Tank
November 4–6, 2004
Stein Ericksen Lodge
Park City, UT
ASAE Member $495   Nonmember $595

The Prometheus Leadership Think Tank is an intimate, exclusive retreat where approximately 35 senior, experienced association executives will discuss leadership issues at deeper levels.  You will explore topics and share issues with your peers in a supportive atmosphere.  The agenda belongs to the participants who have addressed a diverse set of issues, such as motivating staff, new metrics of association management, working with boards, engaging people in conversation, and political and cultural transformation—challenges that go beyond the core competencies of the profession.

This is not an experience for everyone. It is for those who have come to understand that a key component of leadership is the ability to lead oneself. If you are interested in participating in extended, deeper conversations on leadership and key association issues, as well as a renewing, revitalizing experience with the assistance of an expert facilitator, then Prometheus is for you.  The format of the retreat is self-directed using the techniques of Open Space Technology, with facilitated activities and discussions.

Facilitator:  Gale S. Wood, CAE
Gale, president of COMET Consulting & Coaching, brings you more than 25 years of senior management experience in the not-for-profit, for-profit and public sectors.

 If you would like more information about this program or would like to speak with someone who has attended, please contact Jamie Sadler at 202-626-2719 or jsadler@asaenet.org.   For more information on accommodations and transportation or to register online, visit our Web site at www.asaenet.org.

NEW RELEASE at The ASAE Bookstore—Certification and Accreditation Law Handbook, 2nd Ed.

We mentioned that a third and final section to our three-part question on certification and accreditation would be coming to you this fall.  Well...here it is!  To briefly summarize, on June 29, 2004 we listed five relevant articles on the subject of certification programs. Visit http://asaeweekly.org/asae/issues/2004-06-29.html to review these articles.  On July 6, 2004 we continued with phase two of this question by detailing two additional articles and a book from the ASAE bookstore.  Visit http://asaeweekly.org/asae/issues/2004-07-06.html to review this information. 

The ASAE bookstore features highly-regarded publications on certification/accreditation. Visit the ASAE bookstore at www.asaenet.org  to order your copy of each of these books today!

NEW RELEASE! Certification and Accreditation Law Handbook, 2nd ed.
By: Jerald A. Jacobs; Jefferson C. Glassie
Product # 216351
A comprehensive and user-friendly review of legal principles and rules that apply to private, nonprofit voluntary organizations that issue credentials, operate certification or accreditation programs, or who are considering doing so. Contents include liability to third parties, confidentiality of records, use of credentialing marks, tax exemption, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Appendices include sample documents and excerpts from the Federal Register.


Fundamentals of Accreditation 
by Michael S. Hamm 
Product # 216425
Essential reading for any organization searching for new and better methods for establishing broadly accepted measures of performance and quality. You'll learn the basic principles involved in planning, developing, governing, and managing accreditation programs—all presented from the perspectives of: the accrediting bodies; membership organizations that develop and interact with accrediting bodies; individuals responsible for obtaining and maintaining accreditation; the general public; and government agencies. Plus, you'll get the basics on structuring and operating accreditation programs, along with informative case studies.

Business of Certification: A Comprehensive Guide to Developing a Successful Program
By: Lenora G. Knapp, Ph.D., Joan E. Knapp, Ph.D.
Product # 216834
Certification programs can be major revenue-generating and highly prestigious vehicles for associations. Too much is at stake for any organization to rely on an "if we build it, they will come" philosophy. Taking a business approach to developing and managing your certification program will put you on the fast track to success. This in-depth resource written by experienced certification experts covers key topics such as marketing your certification program and strategic planning. Also, the book features chapters on global certification and transitioning to computer-based testing. It includes a supplementary toolkit of 21 easy-to-use worksheets that you can use right away to apply the authors' concepts to your unique needs.

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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:

Membership Services Representative
The American Physical Society–College Park, MD

Education Project Coordinator
American Academy of Periodontology–Chicago, IL

Executive Director, Michigan Municipal League
The Mercer Group, Inc.–Ann Arbor, MI

Director, Account Management
GES Exposition Services–Teterboro, NJ

Corporate Communications Manager
URAC–Washington, DC

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What Are YOU Doing This Fall? Don't Miss The Center for Association Leadership's Fall Events!
Here's a preview of The Center for Association Leadership's upcoming events.  For a complete calendar listing and to register for upcoming events, visit www.centeronline.org.

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

CEO Dialogue Online
Virtual Learning
October 6–November 16, 2004 

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

20 MegaTrends and How They Affect Membership Development
Virtual Learning Seminar
October 20, 2004

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

The NEW Great Ideas Conference
December 5–7, 2004 Orlando, FL
February 13–15, 2005 Phoenix, AZ

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