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Congressional Travel Analysis Centers on Nonprofits
A new study conducted by a campaign finance disclosure Web site reveals that members of Congress have taken more than 5,000 privately funded trips over the past five years, and that the majority of these trips were paid for by charitable organizations and trade associations.
The Web site, http://www.politicalmoneyline.com/, states that of the $16 million in privately-funded trips taken by members of Congress since 2000, almost $8.8 million were paid for by 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. The original donors to these groups are not disclosed in the travel reports, the study said. The remaining $7.3 million in privately funded travel came primarily from trade associations ($4 million) and corporations ($2 million).
While these organizations may be paying for travel to educate members of Congress on specific issues or topics, the study noted that travel reports filed by some members and staff were incomplete or inaccurate in that they sometimes did not include names of sponsoring organizations, amounts of travel costs and the purpose of the trips.
For more information on public policy issues, visit the public policy section of the ASAE Web site at http://www.asaenet.org/.
If you would like to subscribe to InRoads, the weekly public policy newsletter, or manage your InRoads account, please visit http://capwiz.com/asaeinroads/mlm/signup/.
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2005 Government Relations Programs
Government Relations (GR) School
June 27–28, 2005
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex
ASAE members $495, Nonmembers $595
Register today!
Learn the "basics" of association government relations (GR) during this comprehensive two-day program. Explore a wide range of topics that are necessary in today's GR arena. Whether you're new to the profession or need a quick refresher on the core issues, this program will cover such critical topics as...
- Successful Lobbying Strategies;
- PAC Management;
- Grassroots Recruiting; and
- Preparing & Delivering Effective Testimony.
You will gain knowledge and insight from experienced GR professionals, and take back to the office the best tactics and strategies to represent the needs of your organization.
Featured speakers include: Francis Creighton, director, government affairs, Mortgage Bankers Association; Gregory Knopp, managing director, political programs, National Association of REALTORS; and Chad Mitchell, executive director, office of grassroots and advocacy programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
This program sells-out annually and attendance is capped at 75. Reserve your seat today at www.centeronline.org or 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a GR School participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and other seasoned GR professionals attending the Legislative Symposium on June 29.
Register today! Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507, lbingham@centeronline.org.
This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.
Legislative Symposium
June 29, 2005, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex
ASAE members $195, Nonmembers $295
Register today!
The premier event for seasoned government relations (GR) professionals, this comprehensive one-day symposium will explore the latest trends and most pressing, high-level issues that confront association GR programs. Hear and learn from representatives of national associations, advocacy experts, congressional staffers and media moguls. Take advantage of this opportunity to survey your toolbox, access the resources that will best augment your program and network with other GR professionals.
We are pleased to have Albert Eisele, Editor of The Hill, give his insights into the current political environment along with Kathy Goldschmidt, director, technology research, Congressional Management Foundation.
This is a popular Washington Metro area program so register now at www.centeronline.org 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a Legislative Symposium participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and "graduates" of our acclaimed GR School on June 27-28!
Register today! Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507, lbingham@centeronline.org.
This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.
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Upcoming Leadership Programs
Prometheus: A Leadership Think Tank for Senior Association Executives
May 12–14, 2005
Stein Ericksen Lodge, Park City, UT
ASAE members $495, Nonmembers $595
Register today!
The Prometheus Leadership Think Tank is an intimate, exclusive retreat where approximately 35 senior, experienced association executives 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, and 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, president, COMET Consulting & Coaching
Register now! Questions? Contact Jamie Sadler at 202-326-9541, jsadler@asaenet.org. For more information on accommodations and transportation, visit our Web site at www.asaenet.org.
Future Leaders Conference
June 2–5, 2005
The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA
ASAE members $595, Nonmembers $695
Register today!
Are you a next generation leader? Are you committed to life-long learning and a career in association management? If so, then nominate yourself to attend the Future Leaders Conference. This program enables you to develop personal and professional leadership skills required for strong associations. You will complete several leadership assessments designed to foster greater self-awareness about you leadership style and how it affects your professional performance.
Specific topics include...
- Identifying the values leaders need and aligning our individual behaviors with those values;
- Building community;
- Identifying and developing talent in others;
- Fostering strategic thinking and decision making;
- Exploring new roles for leaders; and
- Managing uncertainty and change.
You won't want to miss this excellent learning opportunity! Register today! For a full description of the program, click here. If you have any questions or would like to nominate someone including yourself please fill out the nomination form and fax it to Megan Arzt at 202-326-0979 or marzt@centeronline.org.
"The Future Leaders Conference probably was the best professional development event I have attended. Because the audience was composed entirely of experienced association executives, the content was high level and sparked active dialogue. Networking with other leaders from around the country was another definite plus."
Andrew Calhoun, director of membership, Advanced Medical Technology Association |
Facilitator:
Jeffrey Cufaude, principal, Idea Architects
Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management
June 9–10, 2005
Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
ASAE members $795, Nonmembers $945
Register now!
If you're like most time-strapped executives, you rarely get the opportunity to think outside the box, let alone consider alternative solutions. That will change on June 9–10, 2005 in Montreal, Canada. In two days you will learn how to put the most compelling, unique and proven leadership and management theories into practice...simply by attending the Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management.
This high level program will bring together four experts on leadership and management to create a one-of-a-kind, content-rich learning experience specifically for CEOs and senior executives from the association community.
You will...
- Engage in provocative discussions, test the limits of your management knowledge and gain new insight on how to succeed;
- Unearth countless ideas on how to excel as a leader and manager;
- Interact with leading authors and a talented facilitator who will push your thinking beyond its normal boundaries;
- Network with association executives from organizations throughout the country; and
- Learn how to put tried-and-true leadership and management theories into practice.
It's two days you can't afford to miss. Register now!
Program presented by Canadian Tourism Commission; Tourism Toronto; Tourisme Montreal; Tourism Vancouver; and Destination Halifax.
Also, mark your calendar for the Advanced Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers Symposium (CEO Symposium) taking place September 19, 2005 in Philadelphia, PA! For more information, or to register click here.
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Take Your Association Performance to the Extreme!
Attend the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition
August 13–16, 2005
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville
You might not think that attending an annual meeting is extreme. But it can be. Especially when you attend the ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13–16, Nashville.
Here's a preview of our General Sessions
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"Extreme Marketing for Associations," with Philip Kotler, Ph.D.
 No ceremony. Minimal stage business. This session brings you directly to one of the hottest topics in the not-for-profit world: marketing your association.
Dr. Kotler is hailed as the world's foremost expert on the strategic practice of marketing. He "wrote the book" on marketing–"Marketing Management," now in its 12th edition, "Kotler on Marketing: How to Create, Win, and Dominate Markets, Strategic Marketing for NonProfit Organizations," and dozens more.
He will share his own provocative thoughts on the marketing and branding of associations–then participate in a spirited conversation featuring James Gilmore, co-author of The Experience Economy; Marti Barletta, CEO of TrendSight and author of Marketing to Women; and Stan Slap, consultant, and branding expert.
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...and at one of our 12 Thought Leader Super Sessions...
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"Learning: The Fire in the Belly of Successful Organizations," with Elliott Masie
 A successful leader or a successful organization wakes up every morning raring to learn. Yet, most of our conversation is about training. These are two very different processes. Learning is about what your members and staff actually learn. Training is what you hope to deliver. Associations that refocus their efforts on learning will be at the core of future growth. Elliott Masie, one of the world's leading experts in the field of learning, will address the significant changes that associations can make to increase learning for their members and staff. He will address learning tools, economics and hurdles; the role of technology in learning; profiles in learning; and myths about training.
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New! To maximize your learning opportunities, the Annual Meeting & Exposition starts on Saturday, August 13 at 3:00 p.m. this year!
Register now at www.asaeannualmeeting.org.
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Don't Miss the 2005 Financial Management Symposium May 23–24!
2005 Financial Management Symposium
May 23–24, 2005
NEW LOCATION! Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Bethesda, MD
ASAE members $495, Nonmembers $595
Earn up to 15 CPE credits by attending this program.
Register today!
Attend the most popular event for senior-level association financial management professionals! With content specifically geared towards CEOs, CFOs, CPAs, comptrollers, senior-level managers, financial accounting managers and attorneys who represent associations, this program will explore the latest trends in finance, legal and management and how they impact you.
General Session topics include…
- The State of Governance and Oversight for Nonprofit Organizations;
- What’s Happening at the Internal Revenue Service; and
- Understanding Today’s Investment Marketplace.
Seats are filling up fast for this once a year program so register today! View the complete program for more information. Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507.
Sponsored by Bank of America.
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Question of the Week–Copyright Ownership
The executive director of an individual organization in California submitted this question.
Who owns the copyright to audio/visual materials used during presentations or classes, the association or the speaker?
Below are articles from ASAE and sample forms and contracts from various sources.
ASAE Articles
Who Owns Electronic Course Materials?
Jennifer Greenfield
March 2000
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14215,00.html
Copyright in the Digital World
Mark S. Holmes
Communication News, May 2000
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14396,00.html
You Want Me to Sign What?
George E. Constantine III
Communication News, April 2004
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/content_lvl2/1,1584,PID21286,00.html
Sample Forms & Contracts
Sample form: Agreement for deposit of materials
Archives and Research Centre for Ethnomusicology of the American Institute of Indian Studies
http://www.archive-india.org/aboutarchiving_copyrights_form.html
A/V PRODUCTION AGREEMENT
http://contracts.onecle.com/new-frontier/diorio.svc.1997.shtml
RELEASE FORM FOR VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAHS
John Abbott College
http://www.johnabbott.qc.ca/webpages/departments/library/Release_form_video.photo.doc
MEETING PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL
SAMPLE SPEAKER CONTRACT
http://www.mpiweb.org/chapters/home/etkdocs/Sample%20speaker%20Contract.doc
Looking for more information on this topic? Consider these titles from ASAE and The Center for Association Leadership's bookstore, http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/asae_bookstore.
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"The Copyright Handbook"
Protect yourself against copyright piracy. This must-have handbook provides every necessary form to protect written expression under U.S. and international copyright law. It illustrates how to register written work with the copyright office, determine which works can be protected, transfer copyright ownership, define and avoid infringement, maintain electronic publishing rights and protect written works on the Internet. Sample documents and essential copyright forms are provided as tear-outs and on CD-ROM.
For questions or to order call the Member Service Center at 888-950-2723 or visit www.asaenet.org/bookstore. |
If you have a question or pressing issue that you would like to see addressed in the Weekly Bulletin, contact Knowledge Center/Information Central at 202-326-9559 or infocentral@asaenet.org.
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Find The Latest Association Jobs at Career Headquarters
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.
Manager, Exhibit & Sponsor Services
Employee Relocation Council–Washington, DC
Executive Director
Electrical Safety Foundation International–Rosslyn, VA
Membership Coordinator
New Jersey Society of CPAs–Roseland, NJ
Membership & Meetings Manager
American Agricultural Economics Association–Des Moines, IA
Executive Director
Foundation for Excellence in Women's Health Care–Dallas, TX
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Register for Upcoming Events Offered by The Center for Association Leadership
Exceptional Governance
May 5–6, 2005
San Francisco, CA
Book Club on Leadership
May 11, 2005
Washington, DC
Prometheus: A Leadership Think Tank for Senior Association Executives
May 12–14, 2005
Stein Eriksen Lodge, Park City, UT
2005 Financial Management Symposium
May 23–24, 2005
Bethesda, MD
Springtime 2005
May 26, 2005
Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC
The 2005 Springtime DC Invitational Golf Tournament
May 27, 2005
Woodbridge, VA
Future Leaders Conference
June 2–5, 2005
The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA
Book Club on Leadership
June 8, 2005
Washington, DC
Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management
June 9–10, 2005
Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain, Quebec, Canada
Marketing & Membership Symposium
June 27–28, 2005
Marriott North Bethesda Hotel & Conference Center, Bethesda, MD
Government Relations School
June 27–28, 2005
Washington, DC
Legislative Symposium
June 29, 2005
Washington, DC
Hotel Operations Program
July 28, 2005
Hilton New York, NY
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