John Graham to Appear on WMET Radio


John Graham, CAE, president and CEO of the American Society of Association Executives, is one of the first guests on a new radio program, "Association Nation," devoted exclusively to associations. He can be heard on WMET-AM 1160 on Sunday, November 14, at 10:00 a.m., in the Washington, DC area, speaking on the role of charitable and philanthropic organizations in the public policy process and their role in the association community. The program will also be available online through the Association Internet RadioTM Network, where it can viewed on demand beginning on November 17. Visit www.associationinternetradio.com.

Public Policy Update
IRS Seeking Applications for TE/GE Advisory Committee
The IRS announced last week it is seeking applications for vacancies on the Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities, including two vacancies on the Exempt Organizations (EO) advisory team. This committee provides recommendations on administrative policy and procedure, and includes experts in the areas of employee plans, exempt organizations, tax-exempt bonds, and federal, state, local and Indian tribal governments.

Members are appointed by the Treasury Secretary and serve two-year terms, beginning in May 2005. Applications can be made by letter or by completing an application form, available at www.irs.gov/charities/. A notice published in the Nov. 1 Federal Register contains more details about the ACT and the application process. Applications should be sent to: Steven Pyrek, TE/GE Communications and Liaison Director, Internal Revenue Service, 1111 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20224, or by fax to: 202-283-9956.

Nonprofit Mailers See Improvement in First-Class vs. Standard Eligibility Rule
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has published a final rule on materials eligible for mailing at Standard Mail postage rates that is better than the rule originally drafted in April, according to the Alliance of Nonprofit Mailers (ANM).

The ANM opposed the earlier eligibility standards, which it found too restrictive on nonprofits that use mailings for multiple purposes, i.e. raising funds and educating constituents. Accordingly, the USPS has revised its wording to address circumstances in which mail containing “personal” information – such as nonprofit fundraising appeals – may be eligible for Standard Mail rates, as opposed to First Class. Still, there are lingering questions that need to be addressed before the standards’ June 1, 2005, implementation date, including what exactly qualifies as “personal information.” For more information, visit www.nonprofitmailers.org.

For more information on public policy issues, please visit the public policy section of the ASAE Web site at www.asaenet.org.

Time is Running Out—Sign Up for The NEW Great Ideas Conference

Where Can You Find...

• Exceptional speakers leading superior education sessions that are specifically targeted towards YOUR practice area?
• A Career Fitness Center that will shape up your career, tone your interviewing skills, strengthen your resume, and put muscle into your salary negotiations?
• The incredibly low room rate of just $94 per night at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort?

Presented by The Center for Association Leadership

The NEW Great Ideas Conference is a top-rate opportunity to be inspired and give your organization a fresh start.  Along with an exceptional line up of speakers, this conference offers superior content that is specifically targeted towards numerous practice areas including finance, marketing, membership, technology, meetings, communications, professional development, and much more!  Earn 12 CAE hours towards gaining or renewing your CAE designation. 

Here are just a few reasons why you should attend The NEW Great Ideas Conference:  You will  learn from your peers, exchange ideas, and help improve your organization;
You will discover models of innovation and practical ideas that you can apply directly to your organization; You will expand your network and rejuvenate your creative juices while exploring new tools, techniques, and processes to perform at a higher level

This conference replaces ASAE's M&T Conference.  Visit www.greatideasconference.org to register today!

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Question of the Week—Distance Education
What should I take into consideration before launching a distance education program?

Look Before You Leap Into Distance Learning
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID16485,00.html

Online Education from the Ground Up
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID16966,00.html

Pricing the Distance Learning Program
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID15140,00.html

Budgeting for a Distance Learning Program
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Case Study: Lessons Learned for Associations
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14185,00.html

Looking for more information on this topic?  Visit the ASAE BookStore at www.asaenet.org and browse by the category "education" to find the following titles:

• Training on the Web: A Guide for Instructors and Designers 
  by Kevin R. Duffy 
• Online Learning Strategies: Association Models for Success 
  by Don Dea and Hugh K. Lee 
• IDECC Distance Education Standards & Resource Guide 
  by Dr. Robert Meyer, The International Distance Education Certification Center 

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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:

Program Coordinator
National Association of Home Builders–Washington, DC

Membership Administrative Assistant
American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA)–Old Town Alexandria,VA

Education Director
Licensing Executives Society (LES)–Alexandria, VA

Director of Finance & Administration
College Art Association–New York City, NY

Sales & Marketing Representative
CIOMA–Sacramento, CA

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Upcoming Events—Register Today!

Here is a sample of the upcoming events offered by The Center for Association Leadership. For a full listing, visit www.centeronline.org.

Emerging Leaders Institute: Shaping Managers Into Dynamic Leaders
November 14–16, 2004
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa–Farmington, PA

Myers Briggs Type Indicator
November 18, 2004
The Center for Association Leadership–Washington, DC

Beginning Your Association Journey
December 2, 2004
The Center for Association Leadership–Washington, DC

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

Exceptional Governance
December 6–7, 2004
Disney's Yacht Club Resort–Orlando, FL

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New Book Available at the ASAE Bookstore—The Not-For-Profit CEO: How to Attain & Retain the Corner Office

Do you aspire to become a CEO?  Are you currently a CEO looking to obtain even greater leadership roles or securing your current position? If you answered yes to any of these questions you must arm yourself with this resource. It is loaded with tables, forms, checklists, and case studies to help you understand and implement the steps that are essential in making a move toward the top.  This book spans the lifecycle of a professional leader and is a product of historical research participated in by more than 100 not-for-profit CEOs. Purchase your copy today at www.asaenet.org!

The Not-For-Profit CEO: How to Attain & Retain the Corner Office
By Walter Pidgeon, CAE
(2004, 360 pages, ISBN 0-471-64875-2)
Product # 250586
Member/Nonmember $39.95

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