International Association of Administrative Professionals

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About IAAP The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) is a not-for-profit professional association. It is the world’s largest association for administrative support staff, with more than 600 chapters and 40,000 members and affiliates worldwide.

IAAP’s Mission Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership development.

For more than 60 years, IAAP has provided up-to-date research on office trends, cutting-edge publications, outstanding seminars and conferences, and top-notch resources to help administrative professionals enhance their skills and become more effective contributors to their employers. The association works in partnership with employers to promote excellence. Its members include administrative assistants, executive secretaries, office coordinators, information specialists and related administrative professionals. Many corporations, educational institutions, students and international affiliate organizations also belong to IAAP.

IAAP’s Core Values Integrity We demonstrate this cornerstone of our profession through honesty, accountability, and high ethical standards. Respect We create respect through our profession and association through listening, understanding, and acknowledging member feedback. Adaptability We ensure the success of our association by embracing positive change and by nurturing diversity, creativity, and visionary thinking. Communication We cultivate and maintain excellence by remaining approachable at all levels, communicating openly, and building strong relationships. Commitment We are steadfast in our goals to develop learning opportunities for career-minded administrative professionals and to strengthen efficiency and effectiveness.

International Association of Administrative Professionals

Everett Chapter IAAP www.iaap-everett.org Washington-Alaska Division www.iaap-wa-ak.org IAAP Headquarters www.iaap-hq.org

Integrity Respect Adaptability Communication Commitment

Welcome to the Everett Chapter! The Everett Chapter is a diverse group of administrative professionals dedicated to the promotion of professional advancement by providing educational opportunities, networking, and participation in our community outreach programs. We are a multi-faceted group of individuals ranging from members just entering the profession all the way through to retirement, working in a wide variety of companies. Our dedicated members have come together with a common interest that has kept our chapter going strong for over 50 years. Come visit our chapter, join IAAP, and turn your job into a career!

Invest In Your Future You will benefit immediately from joining an organization that caters to your work environment. During the 66 year history of IAAP, office professionals have recognized the value of membership in an organization that addresses their specific needs in the areas of: Career Development Personal Development Leadership Skills Professional Development Networking Seminars & Conferences Benefit to Employers IAAP can become your partner in leading your administrative professionals toward achieving excellence. IAAP provides resources to meet the needs and challenges facing the administrative staff, today and tomorrow. IAAP members receive the tools and knowledge necessary to become more effective contributors to their employers, thus staying on top of their profession.

Everett Chapter Meetings Enhance Technical and Administrative Skills Meeting topics presented at Everett Chapter Meetings: (CAP recertification points offered) Going from Unsung Hero to Superhero The Value of a Corporate Travel Program Let’s Address Your Stress What Every Career Admin Needs to Know about the Job Market Tips and Tricks with MS Office Making Yourself Indispensible Skill Building for Administrative Professionals Social Etiquette Faster, Better, More Cost-effective Learn, Grow, Network Members and non-members who attend our events are energized when they return to their offices. Besides learning from professional speakers, our members network with each other, learning from the triumphs and trials of other office professionals. If you have not attended a meeting, this is a great time to start!

Date: The second Wednesday of the month Location: Premera Blue Cross, 7001 220th Street SW, Building 3, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 Time 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Meeting Cost $20 Member / Guest Annual Membership Dues International Division Everett Chapter One-time Processing fee Total

$ 88.00 $ 15.00 $ 15.00 $ 15.00 $133.00

For additional information or an application form, visit the Everett Chapter at www.iaapeverett.org.

Is it time to move your career forward? In today's ever-changing business environment, you need every advantage to stay on top, and joining a professional association demonstrates your commitment to your career. The International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP®) works to build a professional image of administrative professionals in the workplace, and membership in IAAP shows your commitment to excellence.