I hope 2011 has started well for you. We’re halfway through the IABC-LA Board year, so here is a quick report on what we’ve accomplished so far, as well as a call to action for members.
Leading the IABC-LA Board this year, I understand that our main job boils down to providing value for membership. So far this year we’ve overhauled/modernized the website, created a social media and networking presence, started new, completely-free-to-members networking events and brought in high-caliber speakers across the L.A. region.
I know that I speak for the entire Board when I say that we are excited about the direction the Chapter is going, and we’re having fun making it happen. I hope you’re finding value from your membership, too.
If you’re interested in getting more value, consider getting involved in one of these 4 ways:
Face-to-Face Events
Our updated calendar of events is here. We have events planned every month through June (starting up again in September). Please join us at one or more of these events – if you haven’t attended in the past, we hope you’ll come and discover for yourself why IABC-L.A. is known as one of the friendliest professional associations around. Our culture is one of collegiality rather than competition.
March Membership Month – refer a friend or colleague
If you’d like to see colleagues, friends or peers benefit from IABC, too, refer them to IABC-LA now – their registration fees will be waived through the end of March, and you’ll have a chance to win a Flip Camera as a thank you! Find out more here. We’ll be posting further updates and information over the next 6 weeks.
Connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook
To build on the camaraderie that develops at our in-person events, please connect with IABC-LA on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. Please choose your preferred outlet so it’s easy to stay up to date on events, find old friends, ask for help or provide advice. Our Social Media Chairs share information regularly and facilitate discussions, so even if you do not attend our face-to-face events, you can start to make meaningful connections with people.
Volunteer Opportunities
We could use your help! There are many benefits to volunteering – developing deeper relationships with peers, staying in the game while in transition, gaining experience or skills outside of your career specialty. Please take a look at our ‘wish list‘ and see if anything sounds like you. There are small jobs, big jobs and projects, all ready for you to make your mark. You’ll most likely become lifetime friends with some of your fellow volunteers (no joke; ask Bill Spaniel or some of our other longstanding members).
I hope that one of the four options above appeals to you and look forward to connecting with you as a fellow member either virtually or face-to-face before the end of June!
IABC-LA President, 2010-11