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Housing Financing Reform Act Restricts Nonprofit Election Activities
Legislation expected to be considered by the House of Representatives this week contains language that would restrict federal election activities and lobbying by certain nonprofit groups. The restriction was added to H.R. 1461, the “Federal Housing Financing Reform Act,” after it was reported from Committee.
H.R. 1461 applies these restrictions to a nonprofit group that applies for a grant from the proposed affordable housing fund, and to any nonprofit group that is “affiliated” with a grant recipient. The restriction would ban the use of any funds (federal, local or private) for lobbying and for federal electioneering activities, including voter registration.
ASAE & The Center have agreed to support Independent Sector’s efforts to oppose this proposal. Additional information can be found on the National Housing Trust Fund Campaign Web site at www.nhtf.org/.
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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The Great Ideas Conference–Orlando Hotel Cut Off Date is November 12
Experience The Great Ideas Conference—Two great locations!
December 4–6, 2005, Orlando, FL or February 26–28, 2006, San Diego, CA
Register today!
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Don't forget to shape up your career by visiting the Career Fitness Center! A professional expert will be on hand to critique resumes during 30-minute sessions. Meet privately to learn how to get your resume to stand above the rest. |
Do you ever feel like your job is catching up with you? Do you need a couple days to STOP, take a deep breath and think proactively about your organization? Then we have a UNIQUE conference for you!
The Great Ideas Conference offers two days of mind-stretching exercises that are sure to make you feel refreshed and arm you with THE ideas you need to tackle those tough issues in membership, marketing, sales and association management...just to name a few!
This year the conference heads to two exceptional locations; Orlando and San Diego. Here’s why you should come to these locations and then stay for a few days to enjoy your surroundings!
Orlando...A Great Ideas Conference should be held in a city of great ideas. What better place for our 2005 destination than a city that overcame industrial obstacles to become one of the greatest vacation spots in America?
Join us in the city of world-renowned art galleries and museums. Championship golf. High-energy nightlife. Hair-raising roller coasters. Sumptuous dining. Inspiring scenery and nature. World-class shopping. Tropical breezes. Invigorating spas. Unrivaled theme parks and attractions. And of course, miles of smiles. All the essential ingredients for an over-the-top experience! Visit www.greatideasconference.org/orlando to register!
San Diego...The 2006 Great Ideas Conference is set in beautiful Coronado, where blue skies keep watch on 70 miles of beaches and a gentle Mediterranean climate begs for a day of innovation. Bordered by Mexico, the Pacific Ocean, the Anza-Borrego Desert and the Laguna Mountains, San Diego county's 4,200 square miles offer immense options for business and pleasure. Come early or stay late and spend the day at Iush Balboa Park or browse the spectacular array of fine art, science and natural history, aerospace, photography, model railroads, automobiles and performing arts. Visit www.greatideasconference.org/sandiego to register!
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Baldrige National Quality Program Seeks Volunteers
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership encourage you to submit an application to the Baldrige National Quality Program as it seeks volunteers from the association community to serve on its 2006 Board of Examiners. This announcement comes in anticipation of the expansion of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award to the nonprofit sector. For more information visit www.baldrige.nist.gov/Examiner_Booklet/asae.htm, apply online at www.baldrige.nist.gov/Examiners/asae.htm or e-mail baldrige@centeonline.org.
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New Conference! Technology Strategies & Solutions
Technology Strategies & Solutions: Bridging the Gap
** New Conference
Jan. 31–Feb. 1, 2006
Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center, Washington, DC
Join us for the premier technology conference for association professionals! If you are spending outrageous dollars on your Web site without knowing how to measure your return on investment, want to know what technology mega-trends will impact your association’s future or have other technology-related issues you need to solve, this is the conference for you.
Through 25 content-rich sessions, you’ll explore essential CEO technology competencies, how to develop a Web site strategy, eLearning and communication technologies, strategies for improving data quality, what works and what doesn’t in AMS systems and much more. Plus, you’ll have access to the Technology Solutions Marketplace, where you can visit one-on-one with solution providers who have the products and services you need.
This program is ideal for association & nonprofit CEOs, association chief technology officers, association senior technology staff and staff managing technology initiatives.
Register today! www.technologyconference.org
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Calling Sales and Sponsorship Professionals--Two Virtual Learning Opportunities for You!
Making “Cents” of Your Sponsorship Opportunities
November 16, 2005, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EST
Members $179, Nonmembers $279
Virtual seminar
Register for one site and include your entire staff!
Associations are turning to sponsorship to generate revenue and to enhance programs, products and services for members. Today, potential sponsors are carefully evaluating where they put their money to ensure maximum value—it’s not just about seeing their company name in your program! By understanding what your potential sponsors hope to gain, you can craft mutually beneficial relationships that meet sponsor needs and build value for your members.
In this virtual repeat of a highly popular session at ASAE & The Center's 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Nashville, you’ll gain insight into the top 10 objectives of today’s association sponsors. You’ll…
- Learn why potential sponsors are concerned with how they are portrayed, and why they’re interested in more than just showcasing the corporate name;
- Explore why companies look for sponsorships that provide them with relevant exposure, access to niche audiences and return on investment—and how you can create sponsorship packages that speak directly to those needs; and
- Learn effective practices and hear case studies from associations that engage in successful sponsorship programs.
Thinking strategically about sponsorship opportunities will help build profitable long-term corporate relationships that will benefit your association and its members. Whether your deals average $5,000 or $500,000, this seminar is your opportunity to learn how to immediately turn your sponsorship program into a more viable and more valuable opportunity!
Content Leader: Emily Rogers, SVP, IEG Consulting
Register now!
The 30-Second Opportunity™; Using Every Interaction To Build Relationships
and Increase Sales
November 17, 2005, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EST
Members $179, Nonmembers $279
Virtual seminar
Register for one site and include your entire staff!
Statistics show that when you meet someone, you only have 30 seconds to leave a first impression. That's a brief window of time to capture your customers' interest in person or over the phone. This 90-minute presentation will help you better understand the 30-second sales opportunity. You will...
- Explore sociological and psychological factors that form the basis of effective interaction and allow for strong relationships;
- Learn your understanding of different customer types which will enable you to take full advantage of every 30-second opportunity;
- Create "Aspects of Life"™ profiles of your key prospects and learn how to use them; and
- Understand how to use the innate sociability of your customers to create positive and productive interactions.
Join us for this timely and informative virtual seminar where communications expert, Peter Fell, will present the essential building blocks for improving your 30-second opportunity.
Content Leader: Peter Fell, founder, Fell Group
Register today!
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Want To Grow Your Membership? Attend Next Week's Program
Attract, Retain and Build Member Relationships
November 3, 2005, 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. EST
ASAE Conference Center, 1575 I Street, NW, Washington, DC
Members $195, Nonmembers $295
Register now!
New, Exciting Ideas to Create a "Winning Brand" and Retain Your Members
Organizations approach external branding and the development of member relationships as two independent issues with separate strategies. In reality, these issues must be integrated to build your brand identity and to communicate consistently your association's voice internally and externally. As a result, you will deliver premium value to your members. To achieve this goal, you need results-oriented programs that drive brand loyalty to ensure your members keep coming back year after year.
In this two-part program, learn how to manage your brand to attract and retain members. It is not enough to define your brand, you must also be able to use it to redefine your organization's message and create the "experience" for your members.
Content Leaders: Larry Gulko, marketing coach and public speaker; Bruce Matza, president, Innovations in Management
Becoming a Customer Service Star
Don't just talk about providing your members better customer service—make it a reality with this dynamic workshop. Through a quick, accurate personal profile, Becoming a Customer Service Star will help you examine your attitude about customer service and suggest ways to boost your customer-service performance.
During this session, you will evaluate your customer service aptitude in five critical categories...
- Demonstrating a positive attitude toward customers;
- Encouraging customer feedback;
- Responding to customer problems;
- Developing repeat relationships; and
- Seeking to exceed customer expectations.
Ideal for personal or team development, this session can help diagnose and solve customer-service policy problems within your organization.
Content Leader: Bruce Matza, president, Innovations in Management
Register now!
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Expand Your Meetings Potential Through The Business of Meetings Certificate Program
Only a few seats remain–Register today!
Meetings management involves several layers: strategy, marketing, operations, business management, leadership and communication. The Business of Meetings program—created by meetings professionals for meetings professionals—covers these critical areas. This high-level program is designed for executives who want to earn a competitive edge in the meetings industry.
So, if you are dedicated to advancing meeting management into an important component of your association's overall business management strategy, then register for this valuable program today!
Space is filling up fast for each course, so make sure to save your seat now.
- Strategy and Marketing
(November 7–8, 2005 in Washington, DC or March 28–29, 2006 in Chicago, IL)
- Meetings and Expositions Operations
(November 7–8, 2005 in Washington, DC or March 28–29, 2006 in Chicago, IL)
- Core Business Management
(November 9–10, 2005 in Washington, DC or March 30–31, 2006 in Chicago, IL)
- Leadership and Communication
(November 9–10, 2005 in Washington, DC or March 30–31, 2006 in Chicago, IL)
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Question of the Week--E-mail Blasts
A staff member at a professional society on the east coast submitted this week's question.
Do you have information on sending e-blasts?
ASAE & THE CENTER RESOURCES
Marketing Via E-Mail
By Quash, Tom
Association Management, April 2003
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=7181
Eight Strategies for Promoting Programs by E-Mail
http://www.asaenet.org/GeneralDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=7483
CEO to CEO: E-mail Communication Policies
Association Management, September 2003
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=7122
Links to legal aspects of e-mailing to members.
Materials 1: http://www.centeronline.org/files/OpenEventFiles/FAQonFaxIssueRevised_.pdf
Materials 2: http://www.centeronline.org/files/OpenEventFiles/FAQonSpamLegislationRevised3.DOC
Materials 3:
http://www.centeronline.org/files/OpenEventFiles/May_12_2005_NPRM.pdf
Materials 4:
http://www.centeronline.org/files/OpenEventFiles/ASAE_Comments_-_May_12_2005_NPRM.DOC
Finally, you might be interested in reading what other members have had to say about e-mail blast marketing. To read these postings...
OUTSIDE RESOURCES
ASAE & The Center members can create, distribute and track high-impact HTML e-mail messages and newsletters through our endorsed program with MagnetMail. This Web-based e-marketing service allows you to manage your e-mail and faxing with ease. For details, visit MagnetMail at www.magnetmail.com, e-mail members@commpartners.com , or call 877-488-2666.
http://www.venable.com/publications.cfm?action=view&publication_id=1318&publication_type_id=2&practice_id=212
http://www.venable.com/publications.cfm?action=view&publication_id=1172&publication_type_id=2&practice_id=212
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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Featured Association Job Opportunities
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.
Director, Allied Society & Affinity Group Relation
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership–Washington, DC
Education Program Manager
RVDA–Fairfax, VA
Deputy Executive Director
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Vice President, Membership Sales & Marketing
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Register for Upcoming Events Offered by CenterU--Your Gateway to Excellence in Association Learning
Attract, Retain and Build Member Relationships
November 3, 2005
Washington, DC
CAE Review
November 4, 2005
Washington, DC
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
2005–2006 Nation's Capital Distinguished Speakers Series
November 7, 2005–June 19, 2006
Washington, DC
Emerging Leaders Forum
November 8, 2005
Washington, DC
Making “Cents” of Your Sponsorship Opportunities
November 16, 2005
OnlineU Virtual Seminar
The 30-Second Sales Opportunity
November 17, 2005
OnlineU Virtual Seminar
The Great Ideas Conference
December 4–6, 2005 and February 26–28, 2006
Orlando, FL and San Diego, CA
Exceptional Boards: Strengthening the Governance Team
December 5–6, 2005
Orlando, FL
Managing Multiple Priorities
December 7, 2005
OnlineU Virtual Seminar
Hotel Operations Program: Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
December 15–17, 2005
Albuquerque, NM
Membership Boot Camp Online Course
January 7, 2006–February 17, 2006
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers–PGA National Resort & Spa
January 9–10, 2006
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers–PGA National Resort & Spa
January 12–13, 2006
Eight Super Trends Affecting Associations
January 18, 2006
Principles of Financial Management
January 21, 2006–March 3, 2006
How to Negotiate Like a Pro
January 24, 2006
Hotel Operations Program: Fairmont Dallas
January 25–28, 2006
Facilitative Leadership: How to Enhance Results and Maximize Others' Contributions
January 25, 2006
How to Deliver Presentations that Command Attention
January 26, 2006
Proven Project Management Skills for Organizational Effectiveness
January 27, 2006
Technology Strategies and Solutions: Bridging the Gap
January 31, 2006–February 1, 2006
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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Concerned about delivery rates of
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