ASAE Weekly Bulletin - 01/04/2005  (Plain Text Version)

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The FTC Issues Final E-mail Rules: What Every Association Needs to Know

Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 1:00–3:00 p.m. EST
ASAE Conference Center, 1575 I Street, Washington, DC 20005 
or via audio conference
ASAE Members $79, Nonmembers $179 
(Pay once for audio conference and include your entire staff.)

This is a highly interactive town hall meeting that you can't afford to miss. The last program on this subject was widely attended and very well received, so please register early!

Last month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its final rules, which take effect in February, implementing a key aspect of the year-old federal spam law. According to the FTC, any e-mail message intended to sell something may be treated as a "commercial" message and is subject to the CAN-SPAM Act's requirements, regardless of whether it is sent by a for-profit or nonprofit entity. Although the FTC declined to create a blanket exemption for messages sent by nonprofits (as many had hoped), certain association e-mails to members may fall outside the Act’s definition of “commercial” messages. 

Join us for a special town hall meeting to

• Learn more about the final rules;
• Understand what your association can do to proactively comply with the law;
• Explore valuable planning techniques. 

Our blue-ribbon panel includes the FTC's principal drafter of the proposed regulations and the general counsel to The Center for Association Leadership. Your questions will be answered both on-site and via audio conference.

Panelists:
Michael Goodman, Esq., staff attorney, Federal Trade Commission
Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Esq., partner, Venable LLP


Register today!

Give Your Staff The Great Ideas Experience

February 13–15, 2005
The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort, Phoenix, AZ
Presented by The Center for Association Leadership and
The American Society of Association Executives 

"The New Great Ideas conference exceeded my personal and professional expectations. I walked away with ideas that I will immediately put to use and others that will be woven into our long-range planning. I will be sending my marketing and membership directors to the event in Phoenix . Well done!" - Paul Bellantone, VP marketing and business development, Promotional Products Association International

The Great Ideas Conference will inspire, energize, and rejuvenate your staff.  This conference offers superior content in finance, marketing, membership, technology, meetings, communications, professional development, and more! 

Your staff will: 

• Learn from their peers and exchange ideas, which will help improve your organization
• Discover models of innovation and practical ideas that they can directly apply 
• Expand their network and exercise their creativity while exploring new tools, techniques, and processes to perform at a higher level

View complete Phoenix program.  Attendees will earn 12 CAE hours.

Questions about the event? 
Please contact Megan Arzt (202-326-9549, marzt@centeronline.org) or Jamie Sadler (202-326-9541, jsadler@centeronline.org) for more information.

Thank you to Wachovia Corporation, SunTrust Bank, and ASAE Career HQ for sponsoring this event.

Register today! www.greatideasconference.org

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Lead Women in Your Life to a Healthier Lifestyle

Women’s Executive Leadership

Luncheon—Heart & Soul

Friday, January 28, 2005, 11:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC
ASAE Members $80, Nonmembers $100
Red attire requested.

ASAE and The Center for Association Leadership are honored to present the second annual Women’s Executive Leadership Luncheon–Heart & Soul. This event brings the association community together to raise awareness of the number one health issue facing women: heart disease.

Touted as one of the best awareness events for women and heart disease, Heart & Soul will be the D.C. kick-off for National Wear Red Day to promote heart, health, and awareness. ASAE and the Center for Association Leadership leverage the scope of this important luncheon by partnering with The National Institute of Health Heart Truth Campaign, American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, Heart Rhythm Society, American Hospital Association, WomenHeart, Sister to Sister Foundation to present a very important and heart warming event.

Register today! 
 http://www.centeronline.org/programs/program.cfm?ProgramID=1564

Springtime 2005—NEW ASAE Membership Benefit!

Springtime™ ‘05

Thursday, May 26, 2005, Washington Convention Center
(ASAE members—enjoy this NEW membership benefit!)

Springtime™ is the premier association and meetings industry expo. It is the largest and most comprehensive one-day show in the association industry and showcases meetings, hospitality, technology, and business service companies. Mark your calendar for May 26th and attend this one-of-a-kind expo!

Here’s what people are saying about Springtime…

• “It’s a central opportunity to visit many sites in a few hours.”  With an exhibit hall full of more than 900 exhibitors who showcase meeting, business and technology solutions, you are certain to find companies that can help make your organization more successful. 
• “It’s the who’s who of the hotel and association industry!” Nearly 2,500 professionals attend the show, making it the perfect venue for  networking with colleagues both old and new. 
• “Great opportunity to learn tricks of the trade from seasoned professionals.”  Be prepared to learn! Choose from several education sessions about everything from membership to meeting management to new technology.

www.springtimeexpo.com

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Experience Hotel Operations

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!
February 3-5, Swissotel Chicago, Chicago, IL
March 10-12, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
April 14-16, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, Lake Buena Vista, FL
May 5-7, Hyatt Regency San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
June 9-11, Fairmont Hotel Dallas, Dallas, TX
July 28-30, Hilton New York, New York, NY
August 4-6, Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL
August 25-27, The Mayflower, Washington, DC
September 22-24, Hilton Americas-Houston, Houston, TX
October 27-29, Hilton Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
November 17-19, Renaissance Washington DC Hotel, Washington, DC
December 8-10, Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
December 15-17, Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM

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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.

Click on the newest positions available for a sample of what you’ll find at www.careerHQ.org:

Marketing Director
National Institute of Governmental Purchasing–Northern VA

Executive Director
National Shoe Retailers Association–Columbia, MD

Membership Development Coordinator
International Trademark Association–New York City, NY

Administrative Assistant
American College of Surgeons–Chicago, IL

Membership Development Manager
TriState REALTORS® Commercial Alliance–Conshohocken, PA  

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Take Advantage of Your ASAE Membership by Registering for Upcoming Events Offered by The Center for Association Leadership

For a full listing, visit www.centeronline.org.

The NEW Great Ideas Conference
February 13–15, 2005 Phoenix, AZ

For more information or to contact us directly, please visit www.ASAEnet.org