| March 25, 2010 - #1742 |
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For service to associations
On behalf of Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA), his legislative aide Aryana Khalid (l) accepts the ASAE Sentinel Award from ASAE chairman Velma R. Hart, CAE, CFO, AMVETS. Warner could not attend the March 23 reception because of pressing votes in the Senate, including on healthcare. In fact, Khalid swiftly left as she was called by Warner to the Senate chamber. ASAE presents the Sentinel Award each year at its legislative fly-in, which the association held this week in DC. ASAE members discussed "The Power of A" as well as the jobs bill with their respective legislators. Details: www.asaecenter.org.
'We cannot let the perfect be the enemy of the good'
American Medical Association among supporters of new healthcare law; other groups predict doom. Read more
ASAE's Graham: 'Associations are simply not prepared'
Executives discuss the future of associations. Read more.
4 big steps to Gold Circle winners
Knowing what judges look for can get you the laurel wreath. Read more.
Meetings decline: The AIG Effect?
A failing economy and the AIG Effect are at the root of many fluctuations from 2008 to 2009 in the meeting industry. Also, association meeting professionals say registration fees top the source of revenue at their largest event in 2009, with exhibit sales in a distant second.
These are among the findings of the 19th annual Meetings Market Survey produced by Convene, the flagship magazine of Professional Convention Management Association, Chicago. Read more
Shows go on despite tough year
How devastating was the recession on exhibits? Not enough to dampen hope.
Read more.
New CEO for Washington Technology Information Association
Current staff chief wants to return to private sector. Read more.
Executive Changes
Linda T. Ayers, Lyle Roberts and more.
News in Brief
Susan Bitter Smith, National League of Cities and more, including an obituary.
National Trends
Renegotiating this is in the best interest of hotel executives; passenger revenue rose this much; Americans support development of this on public lands; what are you likely to do with your tax refund? Read more.
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| Commentary |
Don’t let sustainability blindside you
Lead the sustainability wagon in your industry before it's too late, by Allen Weidman, Kellen Co. Read more.
Well-known association lawyers MIA
Letter to the editor. Read more.
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