Gadsden Chapter IAAP P.O. Box 8584 Gadsden, AL 35902
[email protected] February 2014 Newsletter
2013-2014 BOARD MEMBERS On Thursday, February 20, 2014, the Gadsden Chapter hosted its monthly meeting with the theme “Bank on Us.” The guest speakers were Catherine Martin, marketing director and Patrick Johnson, investment consultant, of Exchange Bank. We received some valuable information about investment opportunities, how to plan for retirement, and safety and security tips when it comes to online banking.
President Baisha Woody 256-549-8234
[email protected] Vice President Pam Noah 256-549-8222
[email protected] Corresponding Secretary June Bearden 256-439-6803
[email protected] We would like to thank Exchange Bank, Catherine, Patrick and Gail for hosting the IAAP Gadsden Chapter again this year. Baisha Woody Chapter President
Recording Secretary Alison Bowling 256-549-8364
[email protected] Treasurer Pat Presley, CAP 256-547-2581
[email protected] Immediate Past President Carol Hannah, CAP 256-492-2224
[email protected] “Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” Martin Luther King, Jr.
Gadsden Chapter IAAP P.O. Box 8584 Gadsden, AL 35902
[email protected] February 2014 Newsletter
Annual Seminar SAVE THE DATE April 10, 2014
Facing the Future - Together Join the Gadsden Chapter for this workshop of two courses that will help get us through this ever-changing working environment. Bonnie Powell will keep you involved so you learn about choosing your attitude, while making the working environment more engaging for you, coworkers, and customers.
Daniel Sherrouse will be leading a hands-on seminar in the computer lab, helping to make the transition to Windows 8 and MS 2013 less stressful.
You may bring your own laptop or electronic device.
“Honoring the office professionals who make offices work”
Details coming soon About Administrative Professionals Week Since 1952, the International Association of Administrative Professionals has honored office workers by sponsoring Administrative Professionals Week. Today, it is one of the largest workplace observances outside of employee birthdays and major holidays. Today, there are more than 4.1 million secretaries and administrative assistants working in the United States, according to U.S. Department of Labor statistics, and 8.9 million people working in various administrative support roles. More than 475,000 administrative professionals are employed in Canada. Millions more administrative professionals work in offices all over the world. www.iaap-hq.org
Approved for 4 recertification points
Friday, March 14, 2014 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Bevill Center 401 Cardinal Way - Gadsden, AL Deadline to Register is March 10, 2014 Registration Fee: □ $40.00 for IAAP Members □ $45.00 for Non-members
Creative-thinking tips Have faith in your own creativity. Pay attention to everything around you. Ask questions constantly. Tackle tasks that are not easy and that require effort. Do one thing at a time. Stop worrying. Pay attention to your intuition.
Stulz/Shumack/Fulton-Calkins
For Additional Information Contact Baisha Woody at 256.549.8635 OR June Bearden, CAP at 256.439.6803
Carol Hannah, CAP - mEMBER SINCE 2006 Baisha Woody - Member since 2007