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House Leaders Look For Compromise On Ethics Issue
House Republicans and Democrats have floated a couple of proposals to break a current impasse over who should be named to lead an ethics committee investigation into much-publicized issues such as Members' privately sponsored travel and arrangements with lobbyists.
House Democrats have rejected a suggestion by Republicans to appoint a Democrat and a Republican as co-directors of the House Ethics Committee, and have instead called for a single, nonpartisan staff director to lead the investigation.
Meanwhile, U.S. Reps. Marty Meehan (D-MA) and Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) have also introduced lobbying reform legislation in the House last month, and Sen. Russ Feingold (D-WI) is close to introducing a lobbying reform and ethics package in the Senate.
While Congress debates the ethics process, ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership held an informative program in Washington, DC, last week called "Congressional Gifts/Honoraria and Lobbying Disclosure: Best Practices Now and Preparation for What May Be Coming." The program, moderated by ASAE General Counsel Jerry Jacobs, partner, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, provided association executives with an overview of the current law as regards federal lobbying and reporting, and some ideas of what to expect should Congress consider a new lobbying reform package.
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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Attend Next Week's Government Relations Programs
Legislative Symposium
June 29, 2005, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC
ASAE members $195, Nonmembers $295
Register today!
Only a few seats remain!
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, who will give his insights into the current political environment, and Kathy Goldschmidt, director, technology research, Congressional Management Foundation, who will present key, brand new research findings on communications with Capitol Hill, among our distinguished line-up of speakers.
This is a popular Washington Metro 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? E-mail Libby Bingham at lbingham@centeronline.org.
This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.
Government Relations (GR) School is almost sold-out. Call the Member Service Center at 888-950-2723 for details.
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Classic Rock All-Stars Performing at the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition
Attend the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13–16, 2005, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville.
Join us Monday, August 15 for A CLASSIC SOUTHERN NIGHT
Classic Architecture…Classic Southern Cuisine…and CLASSIC ROCK
Join us in celebrating Music City with an evening under the stars showcasing the tastes and sounds of Nashville! This evening will awaken all your senses and will be of Olympic proportions, Nashville style.
In the shadows of the Parthenon (the world’s only full-scale replica), you’ll be outside on the lawn of the park with unbelievable Nashville fare and, of course, with a beverage of choice including (our choice) Jack Daniels, a Tennessee original. Relax on the grass and get ready for yet another spectacular Music City show with the Classic Rock All-Stars featuring the lead singers of Sugar Loaf, Iron Butterfly, and Rare Earth joined by Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad, Chuck Negron of Three-Dog Night, Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals and BJ Thomas. Other surprise performances are planned, and we'll light up the sky over the Parthenon with fireworks.
It’s an evening you won’t want to end–and certainly won’t soon forget. And it could only happen in Nashville, the only Music City.
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Entertainment to the Extreme contest ends this Friday, June 24!
Visit www.asaeannualmeeting.org/entertainment.cfm for an EXCLUSIVE announcement of the entertainment finale for the 2005 Annual Meeting and Exposition. Be the first to know who will be bringing down the house in Nashville–you won't want to miss it! Plus, enter to win incredible prizes including back stage passes, FREE airfare to Nashville, FREE annual meeting registrations, VIP seats for our entertainment finale and MUCH MORE. Contest ends June 24th and winners will be announced June 30. |
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Call for Great Ideas–Extended to June 24!
Now's your chance to give us your GREAT idea for The 2005-2006 Great Ideas Conferences. These conferences inspire, rejuvenate and energize our attendees and are THE spark to get creative juices flowing, and help them make an incredible difference in their organizations!
The best ideas and solutions come from those intimately involved with their industry... that means you! Share your successes and your challenges by submitting a topic for these conferences in Florida and California!
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DECEMBER 4-6, 2005
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort,
Orlando, FL |
FEBRUARY 26-28, 2006
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Coronado, CA |
The Conferences will feature general sessions that tackle broad issues and 90-minute IDEAlabs that dig deeper into specific topics. THIS IS WHERE WE NEED YOUR HELP! We're looking for session topic submissions in all areas of association management. This Conference is a real sharing of ideas. What is YOUR best project or program? Do you have an innovative way to facilitate better meetings? A creative technique to increase membership? A fresh look on a leadership topic?
Please take a moment to review the Call for New Great Ideas! Everyone, especially association professionals, are encouraged to submit a topic. The deadline is fast approaching June 24, 2005!
Questions about the event? Contact Megan Arzt at marzt@centeronline.org or 202-326-9549.
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Free Shipping on Orders over $25 from the ASAE & The Center's Bookstore
Have you had your eye on a publication in ASAE & The Center's bookstore? Then, take this opportunity to buy the publications of your choice and save money on shipping! For all book orders totaling $25 or more placed between now and June 30, 2005, you'll receive free ground shipping! Order your CAE Authoritative Literature using this incredible deal and start preparing for the December 2005 exam! Go to the bookstore and locate these publications using the CAE Authoritative Literature category.
Visit ASAE & The Center's bookstore now to take advantage of free ground shipping–offer ends June 30th!
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The 2005–2006 Hotel Operations Program–Reserve Your Seat Today
Join your colleagues for an up close and personal look at the business of hotel operations. This hands-on training course takes you beyond “behind the scenes.” During this three-day program, you’ll explore every facet of the business—from check-in, to BEO management, to housekeeping to billing, and more! Made possible by the generosity of our hotel partners, this program is a MUST ATTEND for all meeting planners. There is limited space, so register today!
Check out these operational areas that will be covered at EVERY program!
- Evaluating group business and revenue projections;
- Contract negotiations, attrition and other hot-button clauses;
- Menu planning, liquor liability and purchasing;
- Security, housekeeping and union policies;
- Telecommunications and audiovisual; and
- Financial management.
Upcoming Hotel Operations Programs
2005
August 4–6, Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL
September 15–17, Fairmont Hotel Dallas, Dallas, TX
September 22–24, Hilton Americas-Houston, Houston, TX
October 27–29, Hilton Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
December 8–10, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
December 15–17, Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM
2006
January 11–14, Crystal Gateway Marriott, Arlington, VA
February 8–11, Swissotel Chicago, Chicago, IL
March 8–11, Hyatt Regency San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
April 26–29, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
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Question of the Week–Discounting Dues
An ASAE member from Illinois submitted this week's question.
Do you have any information and/or experience on discounting dues? Would a
discount policy have any image problems for the association (i.e. “cheapens the value")?
ASAE Articles
For winning membership promos keep testing
Membership Developments, April 2000
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14282,00.html
Is your association passing the test?
Membership Developments, March 2002
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID16864,00.html
Samples of associations offering dues discounts:
Association of Literary Scholars and Critics
http://www.bu.edu/literary/membership/index.html
Georgia Real Estate Investors Association, Inc.
http://www.gareia.org/Content/MembershipApp.pdf
Illinois State Bar Association
http://www.illinoisbar.org/getamember/
Also there has been some discussion on discounted dues on the ASAE Membership Section list server. To read these postings...
- Go to www.asaenet.org and login as a member;
- Click “Networking Opportunities” on the home page and then “List servers” in the drop down box;
- At the List servers page, click “Go to Lists;”
- Scroll down and click “Membership Section;”
- Click the “visit membership without joining” button, and type “discount” in the search box; and
- Find the postings with the headings of "Dues discounts to lure new members" and "Multiyear memberships and discounted membership dues."
You can always join the list server and post your own question.
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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ASAE Career Headquarters—Take 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.
Marketing and Membership Director
Human Capital Institute–Washington, DC
Database Manager
National Community Pharmacists Association–Alexandria, VA
Executive Director
The Inclusion Network–Cincinnati, OH
Director, Professional Development
American Dietetic Association–Chicago, IL
Publisher/Assistant Director of Publications
Museum Store Association–Denver, CO
Career Headquarters is powered by Boxwood Technology.
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The Center for Association Leadership Events Calendar Preview
Government Relations School (Sold out–call 888-950-2723 for details)
June 27–28, 2005
Washington, DC
Legislative Symposium (Filling up fast)
June 29, 2005
Washington, DC
Strategies for Developing Effective eMarketing Campaigns (Part one of a two-part seminar)
July 19, 2005
Hotel Operations Program
August 4, 2005
Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition
August 13–16, 2005
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, TN
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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Concerned about delivery rates of
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