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Senate Passes Lobbying Reform
After months of committee hearings and markups, the Senate overwhelmingly passed on March 29 a lobbying reform bill (S. 2349), the first overhaul of rules governing lawmakers’ interactions with lobbyists in more than a decade.
The Senate vote was 90-8, although the bill still had some detractors who felt the final product was watered down. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-TN) acknowledged the bill was “not perfect,” but added, “It is a step forward.”
Among the bill’s provisions are rules to enhance public disclosure of lobbyist activities, including; new disclosure requirements for grassroots lobbying; banning gifts and meals from registered lobbyists to senators and staff; requiring enhanced disclosure and Ethics Committee pre-approval for privately-funded travel; slowing the “revolving door” for former lawmakers and Hill staffers who become lobbyists; and reforming the earmarking process to cut pork-barrel spending.
ASAE provided written testimony at the committee level and aggressively communicated its opposition to a total ban on privately funded congressional travel because of the impact that would have on members of Congress and their staff attending association meetings and conferences for educational purposes. Senate Rules Committee Chairman Trent Lott (R-MS) echoed ASAE’s argument against a total ban earlier last month when he said it would be “counter-productive to outright ban all third party-funded travel because most of it consists of educational, matter-of-fact conferences which help your elected officials better understand the issues of the day.”
Before approving the final package, senators rejected or sidelined a number of amendments, including a proposal to create an independent Office of Public Integrity to enforce lobbying rules and another requiring lawmakers to pay charter rates when flying on corporate jets.
Also tabled during the debate last week was a proposal by Sen. Russell Feingold (D-WI) that would have defined a lobbyist as anyone working for a company or organization that employed registered lobbyists. Feingold said he was trying to eliminate a potential loophole in the gift ban where a lobbyist could invite a lawmaker or staffer to dinner or a sporting event as long as someone else working for the organization picked up the tab. Opponents said the proposal went too far, and would subject millions of people to possible fines if they unknowingly broke the rule.
For more information on public policy issues, visit the public policy section of the ASAE & The Center website at http://www.asaecenter.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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Annual Meeting Registration & Housing Now Open!
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership’s 2006 Annual Meeting & Exposition
August 19–22, Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
www.asaeannualmeeting.org
Join us in Boston, and get connected with a vibrant community of your association peers! Registration and housing is now open!
Plus, check out all the great features of our website, including the full program of General Sessions, Learning Labs, Thought Leader Super Sessions, and more. You can also listen to interviews with your peers who are previous Annual Meeting attendees.
So get online and get registered for the meeting today!
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Learn From the Comfort of Your Office With These Upcoming Virtual and Audio Seminars
CEO Dialogue Online: Leading Associations in the 21st Century
April 8–May 19, 2006 (six-week course)
Level III*, CAE Hours: 18
Members $495; Nonmembers $595
Register now!
The success of your organization is largely dependent on your effectiveness as a CEO. Therefore, it's important for you and other senior staff executives to continually cultivate your business and association knowledge and hone your leadership skills. This course meets that goal by combining facilitated discussions, a case study and easy-to-find resources in an affordable and convenient self-guided format.
You'll learn from association professionals, renowned experts, thought leaders and your peers who are shaping the future of our profession. Using The Five Temptations of a CEO: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick Lencioni, a peer group and an online facilitator, learn at your own pace and according to YOUR schedule. Be a part of this powerful community of shared knowledge by registering today!
Register today!
*Level III: Developed for the participant who has a thorough knowledge of the literature and professional practice of the content covered.
Measuring Community—One Member at a Time
April 19, 2006, 2:00-3:30 p.m. EST
Members $179, Nonmembers $279
OnlineU Virtual seminar
Register for one site and include your entire staff!
Associations have always been in the community business by building networks that support their members. Whether you recognize it through special interest groups, sections or online and off-line networks, you'll find community throughout your association.
But did you know that the sense of community is definable, measurable and can have a powerful impact on your association's success? ASAE & The Center have identified the most important drivers of the sense of community in associations and the nature of its impact on key measures of organizational effectiveness. We also have a better understanding of how to use this knowledge to foster the health (financial and otherwise) of voluntary associations.
Join us for this provocative seminar! Register today!
Content Leader: Sara C. Wedeman, Ph.D., Behavioral Economics Consulting Group LLC
The Seven-Touch Prospecting System
April 20, 2006, 2:00–3:30 p.m. EST
Members $179, Nonmembers $279
OnlineU Audio and Web seminar
Register for one site and include your entire staff!
If you want to succeed in the competitive sales arena, you need to be well prepared. Could you use a powerful and dynamic prospecting system to generate more appointments? If you want more sales, then improve your prospecting skills by attending this 90-minute OnlineU virtual seminar.
Content Leader: Jim Kidd, CEO, Jim Kidd Sales Coach
Register now!
Principles of Component Relations
April 22–June 2, 2006
Level II*, CAE Hours: 18
Members $495; Nonmembers $595 (fee includes course materials)
Register now!
What exactly are component relations and how does an association benefit from having dedicated component relations staff? Components are defined as an affiliated or independent society, chapter, branch, special-interest group or division of an international, national, state, regional or local organization. This six-week course assists self-directed learners in their exploration of association component relations.
Join us as we engage in discussion. Each week, your knowledge will expand on the important elements of these components. Using the textbook, Component Relations Handbook by ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership, a peer group and online facilitators, learn at your own pace and according to YOUR schedule.
Click here for more information and to register.
*Level II: Developed for participants with general knowledge of the literature and professional practice in the areas covered.
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Jump into Springtime
Thursday, May 25, 2006
Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC
Don't miss out, register now!
The Springtime team is busy putting the final touches on what promises to be a great one-day expo for the association and meetings industry. Be sure to register soon so you won’t miss the opportunity to…
Don’t forget to register and we’ll see you at Springtime!
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The Heart and Soul Gala–2006 Partnership Dinner
Heart & Soul Gala—2006 Partnership Dinner
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, DC
6:30 p.m. Reception, 7:30 p.m. Dinner Program and Gala
Formal Attire: Red dress/red tie suggested
Please join us for a wonderful evening at the premier event of the year—ASAE & The Center's 2006 Partnership Dinner. Reserve your table now and invite your clients to join you to honor four associations and one individual for their contributions to advance heart disease awareness.
Our honorees include:
American College of Cardiology
American Heart Association
American Hospital Association
The Heart Rhythm Society and Foundation
Mrs. Donna Marriott
 ASAE & The Center are proud to honor visionary Mrs. Donna Marriott for her years of dedicated service to the Greater Washington Region of the American Heart Association. Born in Evanston, IL, Mrs. Marriott has held numerous professional, political and community positions including serving as a member of the Woman's Heart Board, part of the Greater Washington Region of the American Heart Association since 1969, chairman of the Heart Luncheon in 1972 and 1998 and chairman of the Women's Heart Board 1983-1985. She is married to J.W. Marriott, Jr., chairman of the Board and CEO of Marriott International, Inc.
This year's Partnership Dinner is co-chaired by Anne Hamilton, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and Bill Reed, CMP, Conferon.
Various dinner packages are available. Don't miss this unique opportunity to network with more than 800 industry leaders!
RSVP: Download the RSVP form and fax it to 703-739-4481. For more information, call Precision Meetings and Events at 703-739-4480.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. Reservations may be made by calling 800-228-9290 or 202-328-2983.
Individual Ticket: $325
Table of 10: $ 3,000
Table Packages: $ 5,000–$15,000
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Last Chance to Register for the Chicago Law Symposium on April 6th
Chicago Law Symposium
April 6, 2006, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Mid America Club, Chicago, IL
Members $295, Nonmembers $495*
*Nonmember fee includes a one-year ASAE & The Center membership
Register now!
There are only a few days left until the Chicago Law Symposium! Still not convinced you should take the time off work? Where else will you find a panel of association law and management experts, with the sole purpose of answering YOUR specific questions? In addition to that, in only ONE day you will be brought up-to-date on how to effectively handle disasters, how to protect your directors from liabilities and the latest legislative activity in Congress.
Did we mention we’ll do all this in just one day? Register now!
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Don't Miss the Invitational Forum on Leadership & Management
Invitational Forum on Leadership & Management
Casino Nova Scotia Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
June 15–16, 2006
Members $895, Nonmembers $1095*
*Nonmember fee includes a one-year ASAE & The Center membership
Register now!
Check out our Stay and Play Packages!
Since the Invitational Forum is being held prior to Father’s Day weekend, it’s the perfect opportunity for you and your guests to stay late and explore the area. We've arranged for Go & Play and Stay & Play packages featuring special rates for Forum attendees at the beautiful Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa, the Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa and the Liscombe Lodge Resort as well as opportunities to stay and explore the city of Halifax.
In addition, we are offering a $100 companion fee that will allow your guest to attend the Forum’s welcome reception on Wednesday evening, breakfasts both mornings and a special trip to Peggy’s Cove. For more information, please contact our member service department at 202-371-0940 or 888-950-2723; service@asaecenter.org.
We look forward to welcoming you in June! Register now!
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Join the Executive Foresight Discussion Group–Complimentary
Executive Foresight Discussion Group
April 18, 2006, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Audioconference by dialing 913-312-9372, pass code 927646
Complimentary
Register today!
Join ASAE & The Center's Executive Foresights discussion group, part of the Executive Management section. Over the next few months, we will examine books, articles and websites as springboards for discussion on the eight super-trends identified in the ASAE & The Center's scan report Mapping the Future of Your Association: Eight Super-Trends.
Watch the Book Club and Executive Management section listservers for the list of readings for each topic. To become a member of either of these lists, click here.
Be a part of what is always lively and thought-proving conversation!
Upcoming Sessions
April 18, 2006
Topic: Scrimping
Facilitator: Charles "Chip" Deale, CAE, Head-Society Services, CFA Institute
May 16, 2006
Topic: Scrutiny
Facilitator: Hannes Combest
June 20, 2006
Topic: Eight Trends Wrap Up
Facilitator: TBD
Register today!
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Learn How to Grow Your Association's Membership
Membership Growth Strategies
May 18, 2006, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Embarcadero
Members $295, Nonmembers $495
Register now!
There is more competition for your membership base than ever before so join us May 18 to learn how to overcome these challenges and grow your association’s membership.
In this energetic and interactive session, David Kinard, M.Ed., PCM, will introduce strategies and tools to help your association recruit and retain members. You will examine membership development fundamentals, learn a five-step method for preparing and crafting your marketing message and explore how best to nurture brand loyalty. Since the curriculum is built upon seven research-based truths of membership development, both new and seasoned professionals will find material relevant to their needs.
Register now!
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ASAE & The Center Need YOU to Volunteer!
Volunteers are at the heart of association work, and ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership are no exception. Our strength is a result of the time and effort provided by those who volunteer to serve their colleagues and to further the association management profession. If you want to become part of the ASAE & The Center volunteer leadership, now is the time to let us know! We have volunteer opportunities whether you can commit a year, a month or a day.
What do we want? Experienced individuals who have a passion for the association profession and the willingness to volunteer their time.
What will you get in return? The opportunity to help guide the future of ASAE & The Center, to establish a strong network of peers and ultimately to help advance the association profession!
To learn more about the available opportunities, and to tell us how you’d like to be involved, go to http://www.asaecenter.org/signupform.cfm. We are also seeking new members for both the ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership's Board of Directors, so please e-mail Peggy Dowd, pdowd@asaecenter.org by April 17, 2006 if you are interested.
We will be making appointments for 2006–2007 committees, councils, commissions and task forces in May. If you want to participate in one of these activities, we’ll need to hear from you by April 14, 2006. Please, take a few minutes to sign up now. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Question of the Week–Governance Structure
Do you have any information on governance structure?
ASAE & THE CENTER RESOURCES
Century-Mark Makeover
http://www.asaecenter.org/GeneralDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=7684&token=61830&userID=16544
Taming the Governance Tiger
http://www.asaecenter.org/GeneralDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=7899&token=24163&userID=16544
Toward Better Governance
http://www.asaecenter.org/GeneralDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=8925&token=22281&userID=16544
Reshaping Governance and Membership
http://www.asaecenter.org/PublicationsResources/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=12137&token=38681&userID=16544
Rethinking Governance
http://www.asaecenter.org/PublicationsResources/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=6098&token=11566&userID=16544
Forget the Rules and Start Over
http://www.asaecenter.org/PublicationsResources/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=11939&token=6526&userID=16544
The Extraordinary Leader
http://www.asaecenter.org/PublicationsResources/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=2338&token=62543&userID=16544
Gaining Strength by Restructuring Association Governance
http://www.asaecenter.org/GeneralDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=1053&token=34639&userID=1654
You can also browse case studies in the Knowledge Center:
http://www.asaecenter.org/PublicationsResources/caselist.cfm?navItemNumber=16059
OUTSIDE RESOURCES
BoardSource
How should the board be structured?
http://www.boardsource.org/Knowledge.asp?ID=3.388
How AWWA Is Governed
http://www.awwa.org/About/govern.cfm?a404=1
If you have a question or pressing issue that you would like to see addressed in the Weekly Bulletin, contact the Association Knowledge Center at 202-326-9559 or Knowledge Center@asaenet.org.
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Register for Upcoming Events Offered by CenterU–Your Gateway to Excellence in Association Learning
2006 Chicago Association Law Symposium
April 6, 2006
Chicago, IL
Advanced Financial Management
April 19, 2006
Washington, DC
Measuring Community–One Member at a Time
April 19, 2006
OnlineU virtual seminar
The Seven-Touch Prospecting System
April 20, 2006
OnlineU virtual seminar
Principles of Component Relations
April 22–June 2, 2006
OnlineU web based course
The Heart & Soul Gala—2006 Partnership Dinner
April 25, 2006
Washington, DC
Hotel Operations Program: Mohegan Sun
April 26–28, 2006
Uncasville, CT
Industry Partner Member Experience Program
May 1, 2006
Virtual
Exceptional Boards: Strengthening the Governance Team
May 18, 2006
San Francisco, CA
Membership Growth Strategies for Real-World Associations
May 18, 2006
San Francisco, CA
Business of Meetings Certificate Program: Meetings and Expositions Operations
May 23–24, 2006
Washington, DC
Business of Meetings Certificate Program: Strategy and Marketing
May 23–24, 2006
Washington, DC
Springtime 2006
May 25, 2006
Washington, DC
Springtime DC Invitational Golf Tournament
May 26, 2006
Woodbridge, VA
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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