ASAE Weekly Bulletin - 09/20/2005  (Plain Text Version)

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Associations Now--Your Connection to the Association World (and beyond)

Just as Fast Company inspires today’s entrepreneurs… Associations Now, the new flagship publication of ASAE & The Center will inspire you—today’s association leaders—through information, insights and ideas that empower you to create a better future for your organization and the world. Just as The Wall Street Journal is essential for the latest financial trends… Associations Now will keep you up to date on important trends affecting the association profession. Just as Wired informs and entertains the technologically savvy… Associations Now will inform and entertain you with the leading thinkers of our time and special features such as the “Idea Bank” and “Models and Samples.” Dynamic...engaging...insightful...that’s Associations Now!
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Two NEW Publications from ASAE & The Center's Bookstore

ASAE & The Center's publications keep you educated and informed. Whether you're a CEO, elected leader or staff specialist, we have something for you!  Visit www.asaenet.org/bookstore now to place your order for these two NEW publications...

Small Staff Association Fundamentals
A practical, concise introduction to the many aspects of managing an association with few staff or a small annual budget. The insightful advice, distilled from the real-world experiences of 10 authors, can save time and help you expertly guide your association. In addition, it serves as a valuable training resource for association volunteers. Topics include...

• Board-Staff-Volunteer Relations Contracts;
• Finance for Small Associations;
• Insurance Considerations;
• Meeting Planning Basics;
• Assessing Technology Needs;
• Association Logos;
• Record Keeping and Management;
• Checklist for Printing Promotional Pieces and much more!

Component Relations Handbook: Tools and Tips for the Component Relations Professional
Written for and by component relations professionals, this resource covers all of the essential elements of working with and maximizing the partnership between components. Topics include...

• The Evolution from Chapter Relations to Component Relations;
• Legal Issues;
• Affiliation Agreements;
  Strategic Planning;
• Communications;
• Meetings;
• Providing Services to Component Members;
• Working with Volunteer Leaders;
• Component Program Assessment and much more! 
  

Association Trends Relevant to You!

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 in it 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.

Plus...an interactive CD-ROM will be available with the release of the Mapping the Future of Your Association report this fall.  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).  [return to top]

The 2005-2006 Nation's Distinguished Speaker Series Kicks Off November 7

This ongoing intimate conversation on leadership and excellence enters its 12th season with leading life coach Dr. Phil McGraw, November 7, 2005; legendary activist and U2 front man Bono, February 3, 2006; world-class talk show host Larry King & a surprise guest, April 18, 2006; and FoodTV network celebrity chefs Bobby Flay & Rachael Ray, June 19, 2006. 

Recognizing ASAE & The Center's Fellows

The Fellows designation is one of ASAE & The Center's highest recognitions and a call to future service. It is presented to thought leaders in the association community who have demonstrated a history of significant contributions to the profession and are committed to continuing their service to the community. Recognized at ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership’s Annual Meeting & Exposition in Nashville last month, the 2005 Fellows are...

• Michael B. Anderson, C.A.E., president & CEO, Canadian Society of Association Executives;
• Catherine A. Brown, CAE, executive director, Children Affected by Aids Foundation;
• Velma R. Hart, CAE, national finance director and CFO, AMVETS National Headquarters;
• Ty Helms, senior vice president of sales, Hyatt Hotels Corporation;
• Donald B. Shea, CAE, president and CEO, Rubber Manufacturers Association; and
• Sharon J. Swan, CAE, executive director, American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.

Answers from the 2005 Fellows...what defines leadership?

• (Anderson) "...knowing when to take the lead in moving the organization ahead versus knowing that it’s time to step back and let others take the front-row seat and quietly support their efforts." 
• (Brown) "...the ability to look at life and its circumstances using different paradigms and filtration lenses to ensure that you are moving organizations and people forward and that, ultimately, you are contributing to the social well-being of all." 
• (Hart) "In a word, courage. ...Good leaders realize they don’t always have to be right and they are ok with that." 
• (Helms) "...practicing what you preach. No one will follow if you don’t show them that you have passion and the ability to get your hands dirty along with the rest of the team."
• (Shea) "...effective communication skills, which includes good listening. ...as someone once said, 'I don’t know a single individual who ever learned anything while their mouth was moving.' Leadership also reflects a desire to serve, and a desire to contribute."
• (Swan) "...a core set of principles that you live by, including a personal commitment to learning and striving for continual improvement and excellence. ...To be honest and true to yourself, a leader must walk the talk."

Take a moment to reflect on one or more colleagues you believe are leaders in the association industry. The call for nominations is coming soon! If you would like more information about the fellows program e-mail fellows@asaenet.org.
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Show How Your Association Leads the Way–Enter The 2006 Associations Advance America Awards

Associations Advance America Awards

Leaders are defined by their ability to collaborate, to partner, to share ideas and ultimately to become models of action. Associations are diverse, engaged, goal driven and community oriented—They are leaders in every case. Each year, up to 50 associations are selected to receive the Associations Advance America Award of Excellence for fostering strong communities and stewardship of American life. Six Award of Excellence winners are then chosen to receive the highly coveted Summit Award. This award celebrates the commitment to community that is exhibited everyday by our nation’s trade, professional and philanthropic associations, and the role they play in our world.

Award Categories

• Skills Training and Professional Development;
• Ethical, Technical or Professional Standards;
• Economic Development;
• Business and Social Innovation;
• Information and Knowledge Creation;
• Public Education and Information;
• Civic and Community Volunteer Activities; and
• Citizenship and Enhancing Democracy.

Who is eligible to enter?

• Anyone who is involved in an association including volunteers, staff members, chief staff executives or association staff;
• Anyone who wants to show off the good deeds of an association--whether you are a member of the association or not; and
• ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership members and Nonmembers alike.

Deadlines are approaching fast!

• October 14, 2005, is the deadline for programs conducted between June 2004 and September 2005;
• February 17, 2006, is the deadline for programs conducted between October 2004 and January 2006; and
• May 2, 2006, is the deadline for programs  conducted between January 2005 and April 2006.

Enter your association today! Submit multiple award entries, but only one per category.  There is a $25 fee for each entry.  [return to top]

Need Samples or Templates?

You’re not alone—and we need your help! ASAE & The Center's Knowledge Center receives frequent requests from members looking for examples of Awards Programs and the process involved with them—eligibility requirements, applications, etc. If you have awards program information or documents that you are willing to share with your peers, please contact us at knowledgeresources@centeronline.org.  [return to top]

Question of the Week--Resources for Board Members

This week’s question comes from an association executive in New York.

What items should we include in our new board policy manual, or what resources we can recommend our new board members read on their own?

Articles from ASAE & The Center
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An Orientation for Your Treasurer
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/EnewsletterArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=1817

Battling Sick Board Syndrome
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=4871

Board Orientation: Pointers for a Successful Transition
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/EnewsletterArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=4791

Legal Orientation for New Board Members
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/EnewsletterArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=6676

Memo to the New CEO: Some Ideas of High Priorities for 30/60/90 days on the job
http://www.asaenet.org/files/FileDownloads/Memo_to_the_New_CEO.doc

Reinventing Board Leadership Training
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/EnewsletterArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=4801

Turbulence-Free Transition
http://www.asaenet.org/Publications/AMMagArticleDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=6228

Publications from ASAE & The Center
Visit www.asaenet.org/bookstore to register for the following titles and much more!  Search by topic, Boards and Volunteers.

• 50 Ways to Motivate Your Board: A Guide for Nonprofit Executives;
• Achieving Goals: Making Your Mark as a Board Member;
• Boards That Work: A Practical Guide to Building Effective Association Boards;
• How to Build an Effective Board;
• Nonprofit Board Answer Book: Practical Guidelines for Board Members and Chief Executives; and MUCH MORE!

The following items are not online, but available by contacting the Knowledge Center at 202-326-9559 or infocentral@asaenet.org:

• GWSAE BOD and Trustee New Board Member Orientation packet;
• Sample Board orientation agenda; and
• Local President’s Conference agenda/proceedings.

Outside Resources

Board Policy Manual
http://www.boardsource.org/FullAnswer.asp?ID=98

Sample BOD Handbook
http://www.createthefuture.com/board_orientation_tools.htm

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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2005 Annual Association Law Symposium
September 23, 2005
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Helping Your Members Tap the Hidden Online Job Market 
September 28, 2005
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Professional Development Management Series
October 1–November 11, 2005
OnineU Web-based course

Powerful Leadership Retreat with Meg Wheatley
October 6–8, 2005
Sundance, UT

CEO Symposium for the Philanthropic Sector
October 17–18, 2005
Baltimore, MD

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

Emerging Leaders Forum
November 8, 2005
Washington, DC

Symposium for the Chief Executive and Chief Elected Officers (CEO Symposium)
November 14–15, 2005
Ritz Carlton Tysons Corner, VA

The 30-Second Sales Opportunity
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December 5–6, 2006
Orlando, FL

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