Next Event- February 23, 2010-- Great Program, Great Catering!

Dear Colleagues-

We had a nice turnout tonight at Union Street Public House and two door prizes to be won.  $10.00 Barnes & Noble Card and a small book of etiquette.  Thanks to the folks that came out and braved the cold.  We also had two new members transfer in  Yippppeee.. (but more about that later.)

Our next event is scheduled for February 23 AND Bittersweet Catering has graciously offered to provide our appetizers and desserts for the event - with no charge to the chapter!  I love great food, especially when it is provided as a promotion and free!

I'll be sending a fairly lengthy email over the weekend with all the latest updates.  Stay tuned!  We are going to have a fantastic program year!  Please keep the emails coming because I do appreciate your input. 

Kemetia MK Foley, CPS/CAP
President
OTAC-IAAP

Updates from Old Town Alexandria Chapter

Good evening, all. 
I'm dropping a quick note during half-time of the Saints vs. Vikings game.  Love football almost as much as I love hockey.

Reminder to join us this Thursday, January 28 at 5:30pm at the Union Street Public House for our first social of the year.  Please let m know if you are planning on attending so we can give the pub a little advance notice. Email me at otac.iaap@gmail.com.    Remember-  there is a drawing for a prize at the event.


More information will be sent to member email accounts regarding upcoming events, news from our Division President, Doris England regarding Professional Member of the Year awards,  Avery Dennison award and other news. 

Have a great week and hope to see you on Thursday!

Old Town Alexandria Chapter (OTAC) - Kicks Off 2010

Dear Colleagues:

Welcome to 2010 and a new year for the Old Town Alexandria Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals.

I have been a member of IAAP since 2001.  I have no doubt that my investment of time and involvement in IAAP has provided great professional growth and wonderful friendships with peers that are working in all kinds of companies and industries- Major League Baseball, Starbucks, American Institute of Architects, American Library Association, ASAE and The Center, and Carilion Health System etc.
Please take a moment to review the program schedule listed below. Are the start times too early? What works best for you?  I will also mail out a copy to member by email in the next day or so.  Please encourage your friends to come and check it out.  I personally feel it is a vital time to invest in our own careers and to remain competitive.  Indeed, we must network, learn new skills and expand our horizons (and maybe as a result- expand our pay?).
I apologize in advance for not getting more input on the programs listed..but that doesn't mean we can't add more.  Several organizations have offered their facilities for meetings.  Who knows..with enough support, we may be able to institute a brown bag/lunch and learn type schedule some time down the road.

Contact me or any of the OTAC officers via gmail at otac.iaap@gmail.com.  I look forward to meeting new chapter peers at our first social event on January 28, 2010.

Respectfully,
Kemetia MK Foley, CPS/CAP
Debbie Abdul-Rahim
Evan Adams-Thorne


Thursday, January 28, 2010
Event: Social
Location: Union Street Public House, Alexandria, Virginia
unionstreetpublichouse.com
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm; Bar entrance
We'll notify the hostess so you'll be able to locate us!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Event:  Educational
    Making Your Case :How your membership in IAAP benefits you and your employer
Location: International and American Associations for Dental Research
1619 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sodas, Coffee and light appetizers will be served
Cost:  Free for IAAP members; $5.00 for guests

Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Event: Educational
   Keys to Success: Key Issues to Know When Negotiating with Caterers and Hotels
   Presented by Erika Davis, Certified Meeting Professional and Owner, Erika Davis Events
Location:  American Staffing Association
277 S. Washington Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA
Time: * NOTE time change.  6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost:  Free to IAAP members; $5.00 for guests