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San Jose Chapter July 2012
LISTEN UP! President’s Message A New Beginning
In This Issue: President’s Message ......... 1 Save the Date .................. 1 July Chapter Meeting ........ 2 June Meeting Recap ......... 2 Table Sponsors ................ 2 Change Makes a Difference ...................................... 3 CAP Exam Results and New Study Group .................... 3 Ongoing Offer. ................. 3 New Members .................. 3 Milestones ....................... 3 EFAM .............................. 4 Box Tops ......................... 4 Membership Benefits ........ 4 About IAAP ...................... 5
In order to meet the deadline for the July newsletter, I have to pen the ‘President’s Message’ column before I actually am President of the chapter. What a month June has been with California Division in San Mateo, San Jose Chapter’s meeting and installations, looking forward to EFAM and digesting my new role that begins July 1st.
some of the El Camino Chapter members I had heard so much about while networking at CDAM. I took the opportunity to attend El Camino Chapter’s meeting this week and witnessed Debra Burruss, CAP-OM, outgoing-California Division President, install their new BOD. If you have never attended one of their meetings, I strongly encourage you to do so. They are a dedicated and enthusiastic group of talented women.
understand there is still room for additional attendees and it would be great to have even more chapter members show. Stay tuned for our delegate, Kathi Cohen’s, report on what promises to be an awesome event.
The theme for California Division for this term is “Be the One”. We will be watching to see how each member of our chapter interprets “Be the One”. For me, it means to step up and lead California Division was wonderful and CDAM 2013 will be held in Claremont, the San Jose Chapter through an CA, right around this same time next upbeat, educational, and charityfull of creative and positive estrogen! year. Start planning to attend right driven year. It gave me great It was energizing, educational, and now. Actually, many significant pleasure to see so many members at exhausting. I learned and laughed meetings will be held in Southern the installation and to receive listening to speakers Clara Chorley, California during the 2012-2013 term numerous notes of encouragement Don McMillan, Sydni Craig-Hart, and Mary Ursettie. The California Division and it’s not too far to drive down as a and congratulations. I will do my group and celebrate as San Jose best to earn your confidence. It goes Board installation and dinner was fun Chapter is recognized for lots of unsaid; my email/phone/door is with everyone dressed up and always open. Come on in! watching as our Kathi Cohen, CAP-OM, awards. For me, our most exciting win this year was for our Newsletter. was installed as Division Secretary. Congratulations and good luck to you, Maureen Grant, CAP, and all the Kathi. Several of our favorite vendors contributors to the San Jose Chapter were among the over 26 exhibitors; it newsletter for 2011-2012, deserve to was well-attended and lots of amazing be very proud of this achievement. We took first place for chapters with prizes were won. over 76 members! Our very own Kristie Mitchell-Baptiste and Jeana Soden, CAP-OM, conducted What a chapter meeting we had in June. We had over 55 attendees as the Bunco event and did an Murphy Jones, CAP-OM, incoming outstanding job! Their command of the room, as they coordinated players 2012-2013 California Division and non-players alike, was something President, installed the new San Jose to emulate. Looks like their reputation Chapter board of directiors. I am Contact me at [email protected], honored to have these talented and for running our annual and very 408-568-3380 or see me at an popular Bunco event had been noticed determined women serving with me upcoming event. and I expect great things as this team at a division level. Way to go, Kristie ramps up! and Jeana. International, here they come! Remember EFAM is coming up July 21st to 25th in Dallas, TX. I I was finally able to meet and talk to
Upcoming Events July 10 July 18 July 21-25 Aug 4 Aug (TBD) Aug 13 Aug 15
SJ Chapter Meeting CAP Study Group Planning Meeting EFAM -Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Texas Professional Development and Networking Forum WAN SJ Chapter Board Meeting at Symantec Deadline for November CAP Exam Registration
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July Chapter Meeting – Time Management with Linda McFarland Are you challenged with prioritizing and managing your time? At the San Jose Chapter Meeting on July 10, you will learn ways to overcome procrastination, practical techniques to help you become more effective, ideas and tips to help you focus, and tools to help you enhance your skills.
Linda McFarland launched Ascend2Success (www.ascend2success.com) to help administrative professionals maximize their potential through training and workshops, and offers personal coaching for executives and assistants. With extensive hands-on experience supporting high level executives, Linda has held executive assistant positions with a variety of start-up and Fortune-listed companies, spanning the legal, medical, energy, and high-technology industries.
PlanetAdmin, a training company for administrative professionals and along with other CEO assistants, developed the first certificate program for administrative professionals with UCSC Extension in Silicon Valley. She is also a founding member of the Silicon Valley Catalysts Association (SVCA) which is a group for CEO Assistants in Silicon Valley.
Linda is the co-author of the book “Sitting on a File Cabinet, Naked, With a Gun: True Stories of Silicon Valley CEO Assistants”; from 2009-2011, co-founded
You won’t want to miss her insights on time management so register for the July chapter meeting today!
As a popular educator, she creates webinars with Skills4Admins and is a guest speaker at corporate events nationwide.
June Chapter Meeting Recap – We Welcomed a-Board! by Amy Ramos The meeting started with Linda McCabe initiating our new members. After over 20 years with the San Jose Chapter, Linda announced her retirement. Thank you Linda for everything you have done! You will be greatly missed. Next up, the installation of the new Board! Murphy Jones, CAP-OM, newly installed CA Division President was gracious enough to travel all the way from Fresno to help us install the new Board for the 2012-2013 year. Your Board members are: Ronni Handley, CAP-OM, President Vicky Lara, CAP-OM, 1st VP of Membership
Jeana, Amy, Vicky, Ronni, and Murphy Jones
Afterwards our guest speakers, Heather Martin and Raouia Makhoul of Robert Half International, presenting Ten Tips for Communicating with Your Boss.
Amy Ramos, CAP-OM, Recording Secretary Jeana Soden, CAP-OM, Treasurer
The Ten Tips:
Patricia Edwards, 2nd VP of Programs Karen Meyer, CAP-OM, Corresponding Secretary
Agree on job responsibilities and a definition of success. Ask for a meeting to discuss issues such as: Where does my job fit into the organization? Shifts in job responsibilities. How will performance be measured? Always be aware of timing. Provide just the right amount of information: Is this a 411 or 911 situation? Determine your communication mix.
Does your boss prefer face to face time or will an email work instead? Prepare, prepare, prepare. Every problem needs a solution. Be a good listener. Focus on what your boss is saying. Ask questions!! Observe others: How do your colleagues and their bosses communicate? Is there someone who just “gets it” -Shadow her and learn something. Consider your boss’s perspective: Focus on result, not process. Adapt to your boss’s personality. How does your boss respond to stress? How can you approach stressful situations?
Kathi Cohen, CAP-OM recognized the 2011-2012 volunteers for the San Jose Chapter. We had so many volunteer who contributed; it took more than 10 minutes to list all the committees and names! Interested in being a Volunteer for the 2012-2013 year? Please see any one of our Board members. It is a great way to get to know your fellow Chapter members!
Table Sponsors Currently, there are a few spots still open for table sponsors this year. If you have any vendors or ideas for a table sponsor or even a meeting presentation, please (PLEASE) contact Patti Edwards and pass it along. She can be reached at [email protected] and would really appreciate it!
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May CAP Exam Results and Study Group for the November Exam By Tracey Blair Congratulations to Deana Hernandez, CAP and Maureen Grant, CAP for passing the exam in May!
Maureen and Deana participated in the SJ Chapter study group earlier this year and took advantage of the study material provided by the chapter. They also had the benefit of studying in a group to gain insight on the material from different perspectives. According to Maureen, “It was a very rewarding experience and the relationships developed will last through my career and beyond.”
“Change Makes a Difference” Family Giving Tree Back to School Backpacks Change is inevitable and even as we transition from one board to the next, the new Board realized that what doesn’t change is our mission and commitment to remain involved in our community. So we have replaced the “Change for Change” plastic paint cans on the tables at each monthly chapter meeting with a quicker, hopefully more convenient way to make a difference. This quarter, when you register for meetings – look to the bottom of your registration page and you will see an opportunity to donate $5 (or more) to the Family Giving Tree organization for their Back to School Backpack Drive. Even if you can’t make the meeting, you can make a donation and continue to participate in our chapter’s community service. Each quarter we will have a different charitable organization listed on the registration page.
Are you interested in joining a study group for the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam on November 3? If so, mark your calendar for a CAP Study Group Planning Meeting on Wednesday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. For details, contact Tracey Blair at [email protected]. The CAP Exam Guide recommends approximately 30-40 hours of group study, in addition to considerable personal time spent reviewing materials. Although not mandatory, joining a group allows you to:
discuss questions with your peers and leverage their expertise stay motivated and on track share study materials acquired by the Chapter network and make new friends
The CAP certification is one way you can show your commitment to excellence, improve your professional qualifications and increase your skills. If you have been putting off getting certified, why wait? Do something for yourself and your career today!
NEW MEMBERS Gracie Rushing Heidi Knapp Laura Roberts
Exciting Ongoing Offer: Becoming a member of IAAP San Jose Chapter has many rewards, and thanks to Computer Magic Training, there is now a Bonus Reward! Computer Magic is offering a FREE class ($239 value) to any NEW member (sorry-no renewals) joining the San Jose Chapter. As most active members realize, this should be a serious reason to join today!
MILESTONES 1 year Colleen Lane-Rafferty Jean Gebler 2 years Lucy Phung Renee Castro 3 years Anna Kathner Stephanie Francis Thomas Hood
7 years Jeana Soden, CAP-OM Susan Balata 11 years Yvonne Correia 19 years Angie Carey Laura Leonard, CAPOM
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EFAM Registration is NOW Open! You know the phrase "Everything's bigger in Texas?" That also applies to this year's Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Grapevine. We'll be blazing into Texas July 2125 with a bigger and better EFAM than ever before.
This year we're giving you three keynote speakers and extra sessions on Sunday. Some of you come to EFAM only for the education and networking, that's why we're offering you the option on Sunday of attending technology training or IAAP business sessions. If you're not already registered for the pre- and post-conference
workshops at EFAM 2012, it's not too late. A small investment gets you hours of relevant career training, including sessions on InfoPath forms, SharePoint, social media, teamwork and leadership. Pre-conference workshops are Saturday, July 21, and postconference workshops are Thursday, July 26. This is your chance to maximize your professional development in Grapevine! About 10 minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the Gaylord Texan Hotel and Convention Center will be the perfect place to relax, shop and enjoy yourself during EFAM. When it’s time to attend the conference, you’ll be within walking distance of the resort’s convention center. The entire resort is indoors and climate controlled, with lush landscaping and majestic glass atriums. Visit the IAAP website to learn more. Registration is now open. You can also view the registration brochure here.
Box Tops Challenge The IAAP/Avery “Box Tops Challenge” gives the San Jose IAAP Chapter a chance to give back to the community by supporting local schools through the Avery “Box Tops for Education.”
BTfE, at the end of February and again at the end of October. Let's make sure we help them out by registering online to DOUBLE and by sending in actual box tops to San Jose Chapter IAAP, Attn: PLEASE register online Colleen Lane-Rafferty, with your grocery Reward Box Tops for Card Number (not your Education Chair, PO phone number) for Sutter Box 640773, San Jose, Elementary School, CA 95164. Pomeroy Ave., Santa Questions? Contact Colleen Clara. Remember to use your Reward Card when making purchases to earn DOUBLE Box Top points. The schools send in their box tops twice a year to
Lane-Rafferty at [email protected]
Box Tops For Education is a registered trademark of General Mills used with permission.
IAAP Benefits –Your Membership Working for You Membership in IAAP has plenty of advantages but did you know it also gets you discounts on products and services? Look what you get simply by paying your membership dues: · GEICO Auto Insurance offers members quality car insurance with complete 24-hour sales, policy, and claims service. As an IAAP member, you may also qualify for a Member Discount, in addition to GEICO’s already low rates. · Avis Rent A Car -- As a member, you are entitled to special Avis services and discounts that can save time and money. You are also eligible for savings of 10% off Avis Association Select rates and 5% off promotional rates at all participating locations. · National Seminars Group/Padgett-Thompson, divisions of Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center. This membership benefit lets you take advantage of excellent discounts. · Apply for the International Association of Administrative Professionals Platinum Plus® MasterCard® credit card with WorldPoints® and receive rewards that are right for you. Redemption options include unlimited cash rewards, airline travel with no blackout dates, brand name merchandise, gift cards – even once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
· Members can experience the Teleflora difference and save 20%* on all flower orders. All bouquets are hand-arranged and delivered by a local florist. Same day delivery is available on all products and no flowers are ever shipped in a box. · IAAP’s Health Insurance Program can help provide members and their families with comprehensive major medical insurance coverage. JLBG Health, the Nation’s largest provider of Association health plans, administers this program. · Members can receive remarkable savings on office supplies, promotional products, furniture, and many other items through Office Depot. · Take advantage of special savings on UPS shipping offered to you as a member of IAAP. You can now save up to 26% on an expanded portfolio of air and international Express shipping services. · SuperShuttle and ExecuCar offer some of the lowest airport transfer rates in the nation. Your member discount gives you an even lower rate for services in all 33 of our US airport markets and is good on all SuperShuttle and ExecuCar reservations that are made and paid online.
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About IAAP S A N J OS E C H A P T E R I A AP P.O. Box 640773 San Jose, CA 95164
We’re on the Web!
See us at: http://community .iaaphq.org/IAAPHQ/S anJose/Home/Def ault.aspx San Jose Chapter Meetings Second Wednesday of each month NETWORK MEETING CENTER 5201 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054
The International Association of Administrative Professionals is a notfor-profit professional association for office professionals with approximately 28,000 members and affiliates and nearly 600 chapters worldwide. Our mission is to enhance the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership
development. The association was founded in 1942 as the National Secretaries Association to provide a professional network and educational resources for secretarial staff. The association's name was changed in 1998 to the International Association of Administrative Professionals to encompass the large number of varied administrative job titles and recognize the advancing role of
administrative support staff in business and government.
Our Mission Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building, and leadership development.
2011-2012 BOD Contacts & Websites The Board of Directors would love to hear from you! Here’s our contact information: Ronni Handley, CAP-OM President 408-568-3380 [email protected] Vicky Lara, CAP-OM 1 st VP Membership 408-218-8584 [email protected]
Jeana Soden, CAP-OM Treasurer
408-656-8902 [email protected] CA Division http://www.iaap-ca.org/
Patti Edwards 2 nd VP Programs 650-799-6727 [email protected]
International Headquarters
Amy Ramos,CAP-OM Recording Secretary
Retirement Trust Foundation
408-529-5719 [email protected] Karen Meyer, CAP-OM Corresponding Secretary 408-460-3160 [email protected]
http://www.iaap-hq.org/
http://www.iaap-rtf.org/
Maureen Grant, CAP Newsletter Editor 408-981-5446 [email protected]
LISTEN UP! President’s Message A New Beginning
In This Issue: President’s Message ......... 1 Save the Date .................. 1 July Chapter Meeting ........ 2 June Meeting Recap ......... 2 Table Sponsors ................ 2 Change Makes a Difference ...................................... 3 CAP Exam Results and New Study Group .................... 3 Ongoing Offer. ................. 3 New Members .................. 3 Milestones ....................... 3 EFAM .............................. 4 Box Tops ......................... 4 Membership Benefits ........ 4 About IAAP ...................... 5
In order to meet the deadline for the July newsletter, I have to pen the ‘President’s Message’ column before I actually am President of the chapter. What a month June has been with California Division in San Mateo, San Jose Chapter’s meeting and installations, looking forward to EFAM and digesting my new role that begins July 1st.
some of the El Camino Chapter members I had heard so much about while networking at CDAM. I took the opportunity to attend El Camino Chapter’s meeting this week and witnessed Debra Burruss, CAP-OM, outgoing-California Division President, install their new BOD. If you have never attended one of their meetings, I strongly encourage you to do so. They are a dedicated and enthusiastic group of talented women.
understand there is still room for additional attendees and it would be great to have even more chapter members show. Stay tuned for our delegate, Kathi Cohen’s, report on what promises to be an awesome event.
The theme for California Division for this term is “Be the One”. We will be watching to see how each member of our chapter interprets “Be the One”. For me, it means to step up and lead California Division was wonderful and CDAM 2013 will be held in Claremont, the San Jose Chapter through an CA, right around this same time next upbeat, educational, and charityfull of creative and positive estrogen! year. Start planning to attend right driven year. It gave me great It was energizing, educational, and now. Actually, many significant pleasure to see so many members at exhausting. I learned and laughed meetings will be held in Southern the installation and to receive listening to speakers Clara Chorley, California during the 2012-2013 term numerous notes of encouragement Don McMillan, Sydni Craig-Hart, and Mary Ursettie. The California Division and it’s not too far to drive down as a and congratulations. I will do my group and celebrate as San Jose best to earn your confidence. It goes Board installation and dinner was fun Chapter is recognized for lots of unsaid; my email/phone/door is with everyone dressed up and always open. Come on in! watching as our Kathi Cohen, CAP-OM, awards. For me, our most exciting win this year was for our Newsletter. was installed as Division Secretary. Congratulations and good luck to you, Maureen Grant, CAP, and all the Kathi. Several of our favorite vendors contributors to the San Jose Chapter were among the over 26 exhibitors; it newsletter for 2011-2012, deserve to was well-attended and lots of amazing be very proud of this achievement. We took first place for chapters with prizes were won. over 76 members! Our very own Kristie Mitchell-Baptiste and Jeana Soden, CAP-OM, conducted What a chapter meeting we had in June. We had over 55 attendees as the Bunco event and did an Murphy Jones, CAP-OM, incoming outstanding job! Their command of the room, as they coordinated players 2012-2013 California Division and non-players alike, was something President, installed the new San Jose to emulate. Looks like their reputation Chapter board of directiors. I am Contact me at [email protected], honored to have these talented and for running our annual and very 408-568-3380 or see me at an popular Bunco event had been noticed determined women serving with me upcoming event. and I expect great things as this team at a division level. Way to go, Kristie ramps up! and Jeana. International, here they come! Remember EFAM is coming up July 21st to 25th in Dallas, TX. I I was finally able to meet and talk to
Upcoming Events July 10 July 18 July 21-25 Aug 4 Aug (TBD) Aug 13 Aug 15
SJ Chapter Meeting CAP Study Group Planning Meeting EFAM -Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Texas Professional Development and Networking Forum WAN SJ Chapter Board Meeting at Symantec Deadline for November CAP Exam Registration
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July Chapter Meeting – Time Management with Linda McFarland Are you challenged with prioritizing and managing your time? At the San Jose Chapter Meeting on July 10, you will learn ways to overcome procrastination, practical techniques to help you become more effective, ideas and tips to help you focus, and tools to help you enhance your skills.
Linda McFarland launched Ascend2Success (www.ascend2success.com) to help administrative professionals maximize their potential through training and workshops, and offers personal coaching for executives and assistants. With extensive hands-on experience supporting high level executives, Linda has held executive assistant positions with a variety of start-up and Fortune-listed companies, spanning the legal, medical, energy, and high-technology industries.
PlanetAdmin, a training company for administrative professionals and along with other CEO assistants, developed the first certificate program for administrative professionals with UCSC Extension in Silicon Valley. She is also a founding member of the Silicon Valley Catalysts Association (SVCA) which is a group for CEO Assistants in Silicon Valley.
Linda is the co-author of the book “Sitting on a File Cabinet, Naked, With a Gun: True Stories of Silicon Valley CEO Assistants”; from 2009-2011, co-founded
You won’t want to miss her insights on time management so register for the July chapter meeting today!
As a popular educator, she creates webinars with Skills4Admins and is a guest speaker at corporate events nationwide.
June Chapter Meeting Recap – We Welcomed a-Board! by Amy Ramos The meeting started with Linda McCabe initiating our new members. After over 20 years with the San Jose Chapter, Linda announced her retirement. Thank you Linda for everything you have done! You will be greatly missed. Next up, the installation of the new Board! Murphy Jones, CAP-OM, newly installed CA Division President was gracious enough to travel all the way from Fresno to help us install the new Board for the 2012-2013 year. Your Board members are: Ronni Handley, CAP-OM, President Vicky Lara, CAP-OM, 1st VP of Membership
Jeana, Amy, Vicky, Ronni, and Murphy Jones
Afterwards our guest speakers, Heather Martin and Raouia Makhoul of Robert Half International, presenting Ten Tips for Communicating with Your Boss.
Amy Ramos, CAP-OM, Recording Secretary Jeana Soden, CAP-OM, Treasurer
The Ten Tips:
Patricia Edwards, 2nd VP of Programs Karen Meyer, CAP-OM, Corresponding Secretary
Agree on job responsibilities and a definition of success. Ask for a meeting to discuss issues such as: Where does my job fit into the organization? Shifts in job responsibilities. How will performance be measured? Always be aware of timing. Provide just the right amount of information: Is this a 411 or 911 situation? Determine your communication mix.
Does your boss prefer face to face time or will an email work instead? Prepare, prepare, prepare. Every problem needs a solution. Be a good listener. Focus on what your boss is saying. Ask questions!! Observe others: How do your colleagues and their bosses communicate? Is there someone who just “gets it” -Shadow her and learn something. Consider your boss’s perspective: Focus on result, not process. Adapt to your boss’s personality. How does your boss respond to stress? How can you approach stressful situations?
Kathi Cohen, CAP-OM recognized the 2011-2012 volunteers for the San Jose Chapter. We had so many volunteer who contributed; it took more than 10 minutes to list all the committees and names! Interested in being a Volunteer for the 2012-2013 year? Please see any one of our Board members. It is a great way to get to know your fellow Chapter members!
Table Sponsors Currently, there are a few spots still open for table sponsors this year. If you have any vendors or ideas for a table sponsor or even a meeting presentation, please (PLEASE) contact Patti Edwards and pass it along. She can be reached at [email protected] and would really appreciate it!
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May CAP Exam Results and Study Group for the November Exam By Tracey Blair Congratulations to Deana Hernandez, CAP and Maureen Grant, CAP for passing the exam in May!
Maureen and Deana participated in the SJ Chapter study group earlier this year and took advantage of the study material provided by the chapter. They also had the benefit of studying in a group to gain insight on the material from different perspectives. According to Maureen, “It was a very rewarding experience and the relationships developed will last through my career and beyond.”
“Change Makes a Difference” Family Giving Tree Back to School Backpacks Change is inevitable and even as we transition from one board to the next, the new Board realized that what doesn’t change is our mission and commitment to remain involved in our community. So we have replaced the “Change for Change” plastic paint cans on the tables at each monthly chapter meeting with a quicker, hopefully more convenient way to make a difference. This quarter, when you register for meetings – look to the bottom of your registration page and you will see an opportunity to donate $5 (or more) to the Family Giving Tree organization for their Back to School Backpack Drive. Even if you can’t make the meeting, you can make a donation and continue to participate in our chapter’s community service. Each quarter we will have a different charitable organization listed on the registration page.
Are you interested in joining a study group for the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam on November 3? If so, mark your calendar for a CAP Study Group Planning Meeting on Wednesday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. For details, contact Tracey Blair at [email protected]. The CAP Exam Guide recommends approximately 30-40 hours of group study, in addition to considerable personal time spent reviewing materials. Although not mandatory, joining a group allows you to:
discuss questions with your peers and leverage their expertise stay motivated and on track share study materials acquired by the Chapter network and make new friends
The CAP certification is one way you can show your commitment to excellence, improve your professional qualifications and increase your skills. If you have been putting off getting certified, why wait? Do something for yourself and your career today!
NEW MEMBERS Gracie Rushing Heidi Knapp Laura Roberts
Exciting Ongoing Offer: Becoming a member of IAAP San Jose Chapter has many rewards, and thanks to Computer Magic Training, there is now a Bonus Reward! Computer Magic is offering a FREE class ($239 value) to any NEW member (sorry-no renewals) joining the San Jose Chapter. As most active members realize, this should be a serious reason to join today!
MILESTONES 1 year Colleen Lane-Rafferty Jean Gebler 2 years Lucy Phung Renee Castro 3 years Anna Kathner Stephanie Francis Thomas Hood
7 years Jeana Soden, CAP-OM Susan Balata 11 years Yvonne Correia 19 years Angie Carey Laura Leonard, CAPOM
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EFAM Registration is NOW Open! You know the phrase "Everything's bigger in Texas?" That also applies to this year's Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Grapevine. We'll be blazing into Texas July 2125 with a bigger and better EFAM than ever before.
This year we're giving you three keynote speakers and extra sessions on Sunday. Some of you come to EFAM only for the education and networking, that's why we're offering you the option on Sunday of attending technology training or IAAP business sessions. If you're not already registered for the pre- and post-conference
workshops at EFAM 2012, it's not too late. A small investment gets you hours of relevant career training, including sessions on InfoPath forms, SharePoint, social media, teamwork and leadership. Pre-conference workshops are Saturday, July 21, and postconference workshops are Thursday, July 26. This is your chance to maximize your professional development in Grapevine! About 10 minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the Gaylord Texan Hotel and Convention Center will be the perfect place to relax, shop and enjoy yourself during EFAM. When it’s time to attend the conference, you’ll be within walking distance of the resort’s convention center. The entire resort is indoors and climate controlled, with lush landscaping and majestic glass atriums. Visit the IAAP website to learn more. Registration is now open. You can also view the registration brochure here.
Box Tops Challenge The IAAP/Avery “Box Tops Challenge” gives the San Jose IAAP Chapter a chance to give back to the community by supporting local schools through the Avery “Box Tops for Education.”
BTfE, at the end of February and again at the end of October. Let's make sure we help them out by registering online to DOUBLE and by sending in actual box tops to San Jose Chapter IAAP, Attn: PLEASE register online Colleen Lane-Rafferty, with your grocery Reward Box Tops for Card Number (not your Education Chair, PO phone number) for Sutter Box 640773, San Jose, Elementary School, CA 95164. Pomeroy Ave., Santa Questions? Contact Colleen Clara. Remember to use your Reward Card when making purchases to earn DOUBLE Box Top points. The schools send in their box tops twice a year to
Lane-Rafferty at [email protected]
Box Tops For Education is a registered trademark of General Mills used with permission.
IAAP Benefits –Your Membership Working for You Membership in IAAP has plenty of advantages but did you know it also gets you discounts on products and services? Look what you get simply by paying your membership dues: · GEICO Auto Insurance offers members quality car insurance with complete 24-hour sales, policy, and claims service. As an IAAP member, you may also qualify for a Member Discount, in addition to GEICO’s already low rates. · Avis Rent A Car -- As a member, you are entitled to special Avis services and discounts that can save time and money. You are also eligible for savings of 10% off Avis Association Select rates and 5% off promotional rates at all participating locations. · National Seminars Group/Padgett-Thompson, divisions of Rockhurst University Continuing Education Center. This membership benefit lets you take advantage of excellent discounts. · Apply for the International Association of Administrative Professionals Platinum Plus® MasterCard® credit card with WorldPoints® and receive rewards that are right for you. Redemption options include unlimited cash rewards, airline travel with no blackout dates, brand name merchandise, gift cards – even once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
· Members can experience the Teleflora difference and save 20%* on all flower orders. All bouquets are hand-arranged and delivered by a local florist. Same day delivery is available on all products and no flowers are ever shipped in a box. · IAAP’s Health Insurance Program can help provide members and their families with comprehensive major medical insurance coverage. JLBG Health, the Nation’s largest provider of Association health plans, administers this program. · Members can receive remarkable savings on office supplies, promotional products, furniture, and many other items through Office Depot. · Take advantage of special savings on UPS shipping offered to you as a member of IAAP. You can now save up to 26% on an expanded portfolio of air and international Express shipping services. · SuperShuttle and ExecuCar offer some of the lowest airport transfer rates in the nation. Your member discount gives you an even lower rate for services in all 33 of our US airport markets and is good on all SuperShuttle and ExecuCar reservations that are made and paid online.
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About IAAP S A N J OS E C H A P T E R I A AP P.O. Box 640773 San Jose, CA 95164
We’re on the Web!
See us at: http://community .iaaphq.org/IAAPHQ/S anJose/Home/Def ault.aspx San Jose Chapter Meetings Second Wednesday of each month NETWORK MEETING CENTER 5201 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054
The International Association of Administrative Professionals is a notfor-profit professional association for office professionals with approximately 28,000 members and affiliates and nearly 600 chapters worldwide. Our mission is to enhance the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership
development. The association was founded in 1942 as the National Secretaries Association to provide a professional network and educational resources for secretarial staff. The association's name was changed in 1998 to the International Association of Administrative Professionals to encompass the large number of varied administrative job titles and recognize the advancing role of
administrative support staff in business and government.
Our Mission Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building, and leadership development.
2011-2012 BOD Contacts & Websites The Board of Directors would love to hear from you! Here’s our contact information: Ronni Handley, CAP-OM President 408-568-3380 [email protected] Vicky Lara, CAP-OM 1 st VP Membership 408-218-8584 [email protected]
Jeana Soden, CAP-OM Treasurer
408-656-8902 [email protected] CA Division http://www.iaap-ca.org/
Patti Edwards 2 nd VP Programs 650-799-6727 [email protected]
International Headquarters
Amy Ramos,CAP-OM Recording Secretary
Retirement Trust Foundation
408-529-5719 [email protected] Karen Meyer, CAP-OM Corresponding Secretary 408-460-3160 [email protected]
http://www.iaap-hq.org/
http://www.iaap-rtf.org/
Maureen Grant, CAP Newsletter Editor 408-981-5446 [email protected]
