ASAE Weekly Bulletin - 05/03/2005 (Plain Text Version)View Graphical Version | Update your member record Congressional Travel Analysis Centers on Nonprofits
A new study conducted by a campaign finance disclosure Web site reveals that members of Congress have taken more than 5,000 privately funded trips over the past five years, and that the majority of these trips were paid for by charitable organizations and trade associations. The Web site, http://www.politicalmoneyline.com/, states that of the $16 million in privately-funded trips taken by members of Congress since 2000, almost $8.8 million were paid for by 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. The original donors to these groups are not disclosed in the travel reports, the study said. The remaining $7.3 million in privately funded travel came primarily from trade associations ($4 million) and corporations ($2 million). While these organizations may be paying for travel to educate members of Congress on specific issues or topics, the study noted that travel reports filed by some members and staff were incomplete or inaccurate in that they sometimes did not include names of sponsoring organizations, amounts of travel costs and the purpose of the trips. 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/. 2005 Government Relations Programs
You will gain knowledge and insight from experienced GR professionals, and take back to the office the best tactics and strategies to represent the needs of your organization. Featured speakers include: Francis Creighton, director, government affairs, Mortgage Bankers Association; Gregory Knopp, managing director, political programs, National Association of REALTORS; and Chad Mitchell, executive director, office of grassroots and advocacy programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This program sells-out annually and attendance is capped at 75. Reserve your seat today at www.centeronline.org or 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a GR School participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and other seasoned GR professionals attending the Legislative Symposium on June 29. Register today! Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507, lbingham@centeronline.org. This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.
Legislative Symposium The premier event for seasoned government relations (GR) professionals, this comprehensive one-day symposium will explore the latest trends and most pressing, high-level issues that confront association GR programs. Hear and learn from representatives of national associations, advocacy experts, congressional staffers and media moguls. Take advantage of this opportunity to survey your toolbox, access the resources that will best augment your program and network with other GR professionals. We are pleased to have Albert Eisele, Editor of The Hill, give his insights into the current political environment along with Kathy Goldschmidt, director, technology research, Congressional Management Foundation. This is a popular Washington Metro area program so register now at www.centeronline.org 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a Legislative Symposium participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and "graduates" of our acclaimed GR School on June 27-28! Register today! Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507, lbingham@centeronline.org. This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage. Upcoming Leadership Programs
The Prometheus Leadership Think Tank is an intimate, exclusive retreat where approximately 35 senior, experienced association executives discuss leadership issues at deeper levels. You will explore topics and share issues with your peers in a supportive atmosphere. The agenda belongs to the participants who have addressed a diverse set of issues, such as motivating staff, new metrics of association management, working with boards, engaging people in conversation and political and cultural transformation—challenges that go beyond the core competencies of the profession. This is not an experience for everyone. It is for those who have come to understand that a key component of leadership is the ability to lead oneself. If you are interested in participating in extended, deeper conversations on leadership and key association issues, and a renewing, revitalizing experience with the assistance of an expert facilitator, then Prometheus is for you. The format of the retreat is self-directed using the techniques of Open Space Technology, with facilitated activities and discussions. Facilitator: Gale S. Wood, CAE, president, COMET Consulting & Coaching
Future Leaders Conference Are you a next generation leader? Are you committed to life-long learning and a career in association management? If so, then nominate yourself to attend the Future Leaders Conference. This program enables you to develop personal and professional leadership skills required for strong associations. You will complete several leadership assessments designed to foster greater self-awareness about you leadership style and how it affects your professional performance. Specific topics include...
You won't want to miss this excellent learning opportunity! Register today! For a full description of the program, click here. If you have any questions or would like to nominate someone including yourself please fill out the nomination form and fax it to Megan Arzt at 202-326-0979 or marzt@centeronline.org.
Facilitator: Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management If you're like most time-strapped executives, you rarely get the opportunity to think outside the box, let alone consider alternative solutions. That will change on June 9–10, 2005 in Montreal, Canada. In two days you will learn how to put the most compelling, unique and proven leadership and management theories into practice...simply by attending the Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management. This high level program will bring together four experts on leadership and management to create a one-of-a-kind, content-rich learning experience specifically for CEOs and senior executives from the association community. You will...
It's two days you can't afford to miss. Register now! Program presented by Canadian Tourism Commission; Tourism Toronto; Tourisme Montreal; Tourism Vancouver; and Destination Halifax.
Also, mark your calendar for the Advanced Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers Symposium (CEO Symposium) taking place September 19, 2005 in Philadelphia, PA! For more information, or to register click here. Take Your Association Performance to the Extreme!
Attend the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition You might not think that attending an annual meeting is extreme. But it can be. Especially when you attend the ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13–16, Nashville.
...and at one of our 12 Thought Leader Super Sessions...
New! To maximize your learning opportunities, the Annual Meeting & Exposition starts on Saturday, August 13 at 3:00 p.m. this year! Don't Miss the 2005 Financial Management Symposium May 23–24!
Attend the most popular event for senior-level association financial management professionals! With content specifically geared towards CEOs, CFOs, CPAs, comptrollers, senior-level managers, financial accounting managers and attorneys who represent associations, this program will explore the latest trends in finance, legal and management and how they impact you. General Session topics include…
Seats are filling up fast for this once a year program so register today! View the complete program for more information. Questions? Contact Libby Bingham at 202-326-9507. Question of the Week–Copyright Ownership
Below are articles from ASAE and sample forms and contracts from various sources. ASAE Articles Copyright in the Digital World You Want Me to Sign What?
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August 13–16, 2005 Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, TN For a full listing of upcoming programs click here. For more information or to contact us directly, please visit www.ASAEnet.org |
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