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Fax Update
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a public notice Nov. 22 seeking comment on the Fax Ban Coalition’s petition for declaratory ruling relating to the California fax law set to go into effect Jan. 1, 2006. The comment period will last for 30 days after publication in the Federal Register, which has not occurred as yet.
ASAE & The Center and the Fax Ban Coalition filed its petition Nov. 7 asking the FCC to assert its jurisdiction over interstate fax advertisements before the California law takes effect. The coalition has argued that states lack the jurisdiction to regulate interstate communications.
The California fax law prohibits fax advertisements into and out of the state without prior consent, and conflicts with federal law carving out an exemption for unsolicited fax advertisements in cases where the sender has an “established business relationship” with the recipient. Although the California law contains a limited exception for faxes sent by nonprofit professional or trade associations, many associations have protested the restriction on behalf of their members.
Because it appears the public comment period will extend past the date on which the California law becomes effective, associations may choose to begin preparing to comply with the restrictions on faxes originating from or sent to any California fax machine.
As previously reported in Inroads, a lawsuit challenging the California fax law has also been filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California. Plaintiffs, led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, are attempting to get an expedited hearing or a temporary restraining order prior to the law’s effective date of Jan. 1, 2006. ASAE & The Center will report important developments on this issue as soon as they are available.
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 Professionals–Register for this Must Attend Event!
Technology Strategies and Solutions: Bridging the Gap
Jan. 31–Feb 1, 2006
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Washington, DC
Register today!
Start the new year with fresh perspectives on your association's technology! This conference offers 25 content-rich sessions about everything from distance coaching to voice-over telephony to security issues to mobile computing and more. Check out two of our education sessions...
Online Legal Issues for Associations
This session will cover the critical legal issues arising from associations' use of technology. Topics include online copyright and trademark protection and infringement; liability for listservers and bulletin boards; electronic governance; monitoring of employee e-mail and Internet usage; electronic signatures; linking liability; online fundraising; and e-mail marketing.
Content Leader: Jeffrey Tenenbaum, Esq. Partner, Venable LLP, General Counsel to The Center for Association Leadership |
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VOIP/Teleconferencing
Voice Over Internet Phone (VOIP) is changing the way associations do business. Unified messaging (all messages, voice, fax and e-mail delivered to one e-mail inbox), videoconferencing and centralized administration greatly improve the efficiency of association staff. And database screen pops on incoming phone calls and external station-to-station conferencing can lead to customer service we have only dreamed about. Learn about the ease, benefits and cost effectiveness of providing IP Telephony and hear case studies from several associations.
Content Leaders: Cort Kane, COO & director of association consulting, designDATA; Rich Dobry, VP, technology solutions, The Signature Group |
Plus, our state-of-the-art Technology Solutions Marketplace allows you to meet solutions providers for association management systems, electronic marketing, Web design and more.
This conference is ideal for association & nonprofit CEOs; association chief technology officers; association senior technology staff; small business owners and staff managing technology initiatives.
Register today!
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Bono Tickets...A Perfect Holiday Gift
Reserve a seat to hear Bono, Nobel Prize Award nominee, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and lead singer of the hit band U2!
 The Future in Front of Us: Living a More Involved Life, February 3, 2006, Washington Hilton & Towers, Washington, DC
Individual tickets are now available—$95!
Bono uses his immense popularity and influence to draw attention to the worldwide poverty crises and HIV/AIDS in Africa. Join this legendary rocker and extraordinary activist as he speaks about the impact one can have on the world by choosing to live a more involved and purposeful life.
This program is part of the 2005–2006 Nation’s Capital Distinguished Speaker Series®. Other speakers this season include Larry King & Special Guest on Tuesday, April 18, 2006 and Bobby Flay & Rachael Ray on Monday, June 19, 2006.
Call the Speakers Series Hotline at 202-326-9530 for tickets and information.
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Order the Essentials of the Profession
Essentials of the Profession™ Learning System
Call 888-852-6787 today to order!
Would your career benefit if you could expand your knowledge on the most critical association management topic areas? Do you find it hard to fit continuing education seminars into your busy schedule? If so, then the Essentials of the Profession™ Learning System is the tool you need.
The system covers general topics including: Associations as an Industry, Leadership and Volunteer Management, Government Relations and much more! Get a complete list of modules.
Here are just a few benefits of this learning program...
- Self-assessment pre-test—Determine your current level of knowledge and identify areas of study that will benefit you the most;
- Set your own pace—Study anywhere or anytime with the print-based study modules. Load the testing and application exercises found on the CD-ROM on your desktop or anywhere that it’s convenient for you to study; and
- Earn 30 hours of CAE credit upon successful completion of instructor-based online course—Enhance an already thorough learning experience with online discussions about program topics with your peers and have content-related questions addressed online by an expert in the field–all for the same cost as the self-paced course.
Call 888-852-6787 now to order the Essentials of the Profession Learning System!
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Pricing
Members: $495 for the first complete Learning System (seven modules), each additional system $395 (up to 10).
Nonmembers: $695 for the first complete Learning System (seven modules), each additional system $595 (up to 10).
*If you need 11 or more individual Learning Systems, please call 888-852-6787 for further discounted pricing information. |
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Coming in January: Two issues for the price of one...and one is The Associations Now Volunteer Leadership Issue
Early bird discount—Purchase your copies by Monday, December 12 and receive a 10% discount.
Are you looking to enhance your board's effectiveness? Or to provide your leaders with a common understanding of the fundamentals and challenges of voluntary association leadership? Then, get The Associations Now Volunteer Leadership Issue and distribute it widely! This special issue is an excellent orientation tool featuring articles on strategy, leadership lessons and effective governing practices, just to name a few—all in an easy-to-reference format that speaks directly to the volunteer leader.
The 2006 issue is coming to your mailbox this January along with your issue of Associations Now, so in effect you will get two January magazines for the price of one. But that's not all: The Volunteer Leadership Issue is available in quantities sufficient for you to share with your volunteer leadership. It is the perfect gift for each of your volunteer leaders and will be a tool that they will want to keep on hand throughout their volunteer service. Purchase your copies today!
For information about quantity discounts and shipping options, call 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC), or e-mail service@asaenet.org. Place your order now.
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Remember—Purchase your copies by Monday, December 12 and receive 10% off!
ASAE & The Center members: Single copy issue is $8
Nonmembers: Single copy issue is $16
(Quantity discounts available.) |
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Environmental Scan Speakers Available
NEW from ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership...tools to help you identify trends relevant to your association's expertise!
To compliment the Mapping the Future of Your Association executive abstract, ASAE & The Center are organizing a group of association executives who will extensively discuss the Eight Super-Trends identified and help you apply them to your organization. These speakers are available at only the cost of transportation and lodging. If you are interested in learning more about our speakers and their availability, e-mail scan@asaenet.org.
Also, a comprehensive CD will be available with the release of the Mapping the Future of Your Association report. The CD will allow you to search for relevant trends, discover tools to implement change within your association and facilitate the strategy process.
To download your complimentary copy of the Mapping the Future of Your Association executive abstract and PowerPoint presentation visit, http://www.centeronline.org/knowledge/AboutStrategicResearch.cfm. Advanced orders of the complete Mapping the Future of Your Association report and interactive CD-ROM are available by contacting the Member Service Center at 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC).
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Question of the Week–Disability Benefits
Do you have information on short-term disability benefits?
ASAE & THE CENTER RESOURCES
Building a Total Compensation Package, Part II
By David A. Bjork
Executive IdeaLink, December 2001
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,MEN1_PID16505,00.html
ASAE & THE CENTER PUBLICATIONS
Association Staff Compensation & Benefits Study, Table E
http://webmw.asaenet.org/ebusiness/product.asp?ID=100663
OUTSIDE SOURCES
National Association of College and University Business Officers
http://www.nacubo.org/x1134.xml
Washington Employers Association
http://www.wa-emp.com/services/benefits/disability/
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.
To order ASAE & The Center’s publications, call the Member Service Center at 888-950-2723 or visit www.asaenet.org/bookstore.
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Find the Best 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.
Sr. Associate, Media Relations & Communications
AAUW–Washington, DC
Executive Director
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America–Reston, VA
Manager, Member Services
American Association of Diabetes Educators–Chicago, IL
State Director
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)–Tallahassee, FL
Account Executive
Kellen Company–New York, NY
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
Preview of the Building Organizational Capacity Knowledge Quest
December 9, 2005
OnlineU Audio seminar
Helping Successful People Get Even Better
December 12, 2005
OnlineU Virtual seminar
Hotel Operations Program: Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
December 15–17, 2005
Albuquerque, NM
Using Technology to Maximize Your Conference–A Case Study
December 19, 2005
OnlineU Virtual seminar
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers–PGA National Resort & Spa
January 12–13, 2006
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Eight Super Trends Affecting Associations
January 18, 2006
OnlineU Virtual seminar
Principles of Financial Management
January 21–March 3, 2006
OnlineU Web-based course
Best Negotiation Practices: Building Relationships and Trust
January 24, 2006
Washington, DC
Facilitative Leadership: How to Enhance Results and Maximize Others' Contributions
January 25, 2006
Washington, DC
Hotel Operations Program: Fairmont Dallas
January 25–28, 2006
Dallas, TX
Selling Yourself and Your Ideas: Presentation Skills
January 26, 2006
Washington, DC
Proven Project Management Skills
January 27, 2006
Washington, DC
Technology Strategies and Solutions: Bridging the Gap
January 31–February 1, 2006
Washington, DC
2005–2006 Nation's Capital Distinguished Speakers Series
February 3–June 19, 2006
Washington, DC
Hotel Operations Program: Swissotel Chicago
February 8–11, 2006
Chicago, IL
2006 California Association Law Symposium
February 9, 2006
Sacramento, CA
Present Like A Pro!
February 9, 2006
OnlineU Virtual seminar
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers–Loews Coronado Bay Resort
February 13–14, 2006
Coronado, CA
Career Stages vs. Generational Issues
February 15, 2006
OnlineU Virtual seminar
The Symposium for Chief Executive and Chief Elected Leaders–Loews Coronado Bay Resort
February 16–17, 2006
Coronado, CA
Great Ideas Conference 2006
February 26–28, 2006
San Diego, CA
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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