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Federal Government Applies Multi-Pronged Approach For Hurricane Relief Efforts
As members of Congress returned to Washington, much of their immediate work will focus on funding Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and providing funding for rebuilding the affected areas. Two weeks ago, Congress approved an initial $10.5 billion aid package. Last Wednesday, President Bush requested an additional $51.8 billion from Congress, bringing the total to more than $62 billion in aid to date.
Congressional leaders have stated their plans to hold hearings on the federal government's response to this natural disaster and how it can better prepare in the future for a similar event or a terrorist attack. Additionally, President Bush announced his intention to oversee an investigation to learn how to improve the speed of the disaster response team.
The Department of Labor announced last week that National Emergency Grants of up to $191 million have been established to help provide jobs for the thousands of dislocated workers in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. For more information, visit http://www.dol.gov/opa/hurricane-recovery.htm.
The IRS is extending tax relief to those affected by the hurricane in the Gulf Coast region and Florida. Visit http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=147055,00.html for details on the extended deadlines. The IRS also announced that it will provide an expedited review and approval process for new organizations seeking tax-exempt status in order to provide relief for Hurricane Katrina victims. For more information, click here. In an effort to get mail to those affected by the hurricane, the U.S. Postal Service has assigned a zip code, 77230, to the Houston Astrodome for the evacuees transported there for shelter. The Postal Service also plans to establish zip codes for other sites being used to house evacuees.
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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Association Community Offers Assistance and Support to Hurricane Katrina Survivors
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership join millions of Americans in our concern for the survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Members of the association community were among the first responders to provide aid and support to those in the Gulf Region.
Our members have requested a list of reputable organizations to which they can make contributions for the relief effort; that list follows.
ASAE & The Center have automatically extended the memberships of all its members in areas devastated by the hurricane for a minimum of six months. In addition, we will match any monetary contributions our staff members make to the relief efforts.
Over the past two weeks, we have received responses from more than 200 association executives representing organizations from across the country detailing how they are assisting the communities, including their members, affected by this disaster. Some of their assistance includes setting up job sites and message boards, restoring office equipment, accepting monetary donations, organizing temporary housing and participating in rebuilding efforts. Click here to view a compilation of the responses. Please share stories of how associations are helping by sending e-mail to the Hurricane Katrina mailbox, hurricanekatrina@asaenet.org.
Organizations accepting donations:
American Red Cross
800-HELP NOW (435-7669) English
800-257-7575 Spanish
Operation Blessing
800-436-6348
America's Second Harvest
800-344-8070
Donate Cash to and Volunteer with:
Adventist Community Services
800-381-7171
Catholic Charities, USA
800-919-9338
Christian Disaster Response
941-956-5183 or 941-551-9554
Christian Reformed World Relief Committee
800-848-5818
Church World Service
800-297-1516
Convoy of Hope
417-823-8998
Lutheran Disaster Response
800-638-3522
Mennonite Disaster Service
717-859-2210
Nazarene Disaster Response
888-256-5886
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
800-872-3283
Salvation Army
800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769)
Southern Baptist Convention—Disaster Relief
800-462-8657, ext. 6440
United Methodist Committee on Relief
800-554-8583
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Springtime 2006 Exhibitor Contracts Due October 1!
Industry partners, don’t miss the opportunity to exhibit at Springtime, May 25, 2006, at the Washington Convention Center. Now in its 30th year, Springtime is Greater Washington’s premier meetings and association industry expo, attracting over 2,300 qualified buyers! To be included in the General Lottery, contracts and payment for exhibit space must be received by October 1, so be sure to submit yours today. For details visit www.springtimeexpo.com or call the expositions team at 202-626-2805.
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Gain a Competitive Edge in the Meetings Industry–Earn the Business of Meetings Certificate
Through the association meetings management expertise found only at ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership, experience our advanced Business of Meetings Certificate Program and make a strategic impact on your organization. This high-level program is designed for meetings professionals with eight or more years of meetings or association management experience.
This certificate program is tailored for professionals who are dedicated to advancing meetings management into an important component of an association's overall business management strategy. It seeks to enhance the competency, professionalism and ethical behavior of association meetings and expositions professionals to better serve members, associations and society.
The Business of Meetings Certificate Program consists of four two-day courses: Strategy and Marketing; Meetings and Expositions Operations; Core Business Management and Leadership and Communication.
Individuals who successfully complete all four courses will earn the Business of Meetings Certificate. Initially offered in two locations, Washington, DC and Chicago, you will earn your certificate in six to 12 months.
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Fall 2005
Washington, DC |
Spring 2006
Chicago, IL |
Strategy and Marketing
or
Meetings and Expositions Operations
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Monday–Tuesday,
November 7–8, 2005
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC |
Tuesday–Wednesday, March 28–29, 2006
The Mid-America Club, Chicago, IL |
Core Business Management
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Leadership and Communication |
Wednesday–Thursday,
November 9–10, 2005
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC |
Thursday–Friday
March 30–31, 2006
The Mid-America Club, Chicago, IL |
* Select one two-day course per time frame—maximum of two courses per location.
Pricing
Members $495, Nonmembers $695 (includes a one-year ASAE & The Center membership)
Fee includes: course materials, continental breakfast and lunch each day and networking opportunities.
Register today!
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Experience the Hotel Operations Program
Go beyond “behind the scenes” when you attend this hands-on hotel operations training. During this three-day program, you’ll explore every facet of the business including check-in, BEO management, housekeeping, billing and more! Made possible by the generosity of our hotel partners, this program is a MUST ATTEND for meeting planners.
EVERY program covers...
- How your RFP is evaluated;
- Revenue projections;
- The reservation process;
- 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.
Limited space is available—register now for these upcoming dates to secure your seat!
December 15–17, 2005, Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM
January 25, 2006, The Fairmont Dallas, Dallas, TX
Feburary 8–11, 2006, Swissotel Chicago, Chicago, IL
March 8–11, 2006, Hyatt Regency San Fransico, San Francisco, CA
April 26–29, 2006, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
May 17, 2005, Hilton Americas–Houston, Houston, TX
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Show How Your Association Leads the Way–Enter The 2006 Associations Advance America Awards
Leaders are defined by their ability to collaborate, to partner, to share ideas and ultimately to become models of action. Associations are diverse, engaged, goal driven and community oriented—They are leaders in every case. Each year, up to 50 associations are selected to receive the Associations Advance America Award of Excellence for fostering strong communities and stewardship of American life. Six Award of Excellence winners are then chosen to receive the highly coveted Summit Award. This award celebrates the commitment to community that is exhibited everyday by our nation’s trade, professional and philanthropic associations, and the role they play in our world.
Award Categories
- Skills Training and Professional Development;
- Ethical, Technical or Professional Standards;
- Economic Development;
- Business and Social Innovation;
- Information and Knowledge Creation;
- Public Education and Information;
- Civic and Community Volunteer Activities; and
- Citizenship and Enhancing Democracy.
Who is eligible to enter?
Anyone who is involved in an association including volunteers, staff members, chief staff executives or association staff;
Anyone who wants to show off the good deeds of an association--whether you are a member of the association or not; and
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership members and Nonmembers alike.
Deadlines are approaching fast!
- October 14, 2005, is the deadline for programs conducted between June 2004 and September 2005;
- February 17, 2006, is the deadline for programs conducted between October 2004 and January 2006; and
- May 2, 2006, is the deadline for programs conducted between January 2005 and April 2006.
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Question of the Week–Organizing an Online Silent Auction
A membership manager on the east coast submitted this week's question.
Do you have any information on organizing/planning an (online) silent auction?
ASAE & THE CENTER RESOURCES
The Word on Silent Auctions
ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT, April 2000
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=4940&CFID=52966&CFTOKEN=bfc65bf0a010d34e-CA42F37A-E0C0-940E-A0171ADD0C52F2CF
Use Your Mouse to Leapfrog the Competition
July 27, 2004
http://www.asaenet.org/Newsroom/NewsReleaseDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=6394
OUTSIDE RESOURCES
Anatomy of an Auction: How one college nets more than a quarter-million dollars annually from its auction
http://www.nonprofitlaw.com/fund/anatomyauction.shtml
Online Auctions Raise Big Bucks and Expand Access
Nonprofit Times, September 2004
http://www.nptimes.com/dme/Sep04/dme_2.html
Unique Adventures Energize Nonprofit Auction Lots
Nonprofit Times, May 2005
http://www.nptimes.com/dme/May05/dme_1.html
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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Look Here for Your Next Association Career Move
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.
Executive Director
Assn Women's Health, Obstetric, Neonatal Nurses–Washington, DC
Manager, Professional Credentialing Programs
American Board for Certification–Alexandria, VA
Communications/Public Relations Manager
National Truck Equipment Association–Farmington Hills, MI
Director of Membership
San Francisco Medical Society–San Francisco, CA
Membership Operations Manager
Virtual, Inc.–Wakefield, MA
Career Headquarters is powered by Boxwood Technology.
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Register for Upcoming Events Offered by CenterU--Your Gateway to Excellence in Association Learning
Non-profit Organizations: Important Legal Issues for Staff & Volunteers
September 14, 2005
OnlineU Audio
Advanced Symposium for Chief Staff and Chief Elected Officers
September 19–20, 2005
Philadelphia, PA
Write Effective Sales E-Mail: 10 Tips for Sales Success
September 21, 2005
OnlineU Web-based course
2005 Annual Association Law Symposium
September 23, 2005
Washington, DC
Helping Your Members Tap the Hidden Online Job Market
September 28, 2005
OnlineU Virtual seminar
Professional Development Management Series
October 1–November 11, 2005
OnineU Web-based course
Powerful Leadership Retreat with Meg Wheatley
October 6–8, 2005
Sundance, UT
CEO Symposium for the Philanthropic Sector
October 17–18, 2005
Baltimore, MD
Business of Meetings Certificate Program
November 7–8, 2005 and November 9–10, 2005 in Washington, DC
March 28–29, 2006 in Chicago, IL and March 30–31, 2006 in Chicago, IL
Emerging Leaders Forum
November 8, 2005
Washington, DC
Symposium for the Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers (CEO Symposium)
November 14–15, 2005
Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner, VA
The 30-Second Sales Opportunity
November 17, 2005
OnlineU Virtual seminar
The Great Ideas Conference
December 4–6, 2005
Orlando, FL
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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