Never Let Them See You Sweat.. and other thoughts..

Before we head off into the holiday weekend, I wanted to pass along some very encouraging news about our chapter.

This past week, we held two meetings related to leadership and the strategic planning of the future of our chapter.  As a result of these two meetings, we have a full executive committee on our board, as well as many of the committee positions filled.  But-- the best part?  Many of these chapter members have stepped up to take on the challenge without ever previously holding a leadership position within IAAP.  KUDOS to them. They are taking on new opportunities and gaining new experience. I cannot thank them enough.  Soon- I'll send the President's report with all the nitty gritty details and I will name names!

The second exciting piece of info to share is that we have a really great program year scheduled for 2010-11, including two unique events that I hope will encourage additional members to join AND entice our current members to more fully participate in all that IAAP has to offer.

It's a lot.  Many volunteers and many possibilities that things may not go exactly as planned, right?  Well- we do what superb admins do-- We do NOT sweat.  Actually, we sweat-- but we never let them see us sweat, right?  And we still get the job done!

So stay tuned for some really good stuff coming your way.  Take on those challenges (IAAP or otherwise).  You know you can do it! 

Zippin' Along... New members, news and networking

Good morning, chapter members and friends.
Just wanted to share the quick news that Old Town Alexandria chapter is on the verge of having our 30th member join.   Very exciting news and a good sign, don't you think?

Alexandria Pastry Shop and Cafe, located at the Bradley Shopping Center in Alexandria, VA has graciously offered to cater our Monday night Open Board meeting.  Even if you are not attending the board meeting, please do stop by and check out this great place for yummy food. 

http://www.alexandriapastry.com/aboutus.html

Members of the chapter will also be representing the chapter at the Northern VA Schmoozerama with over 200 local executives and company representatives.  What a superb networking opportunity.

I will have an update for the chapter on the outcome of our meetings this week which I hope to have to you by the 28th of the month.    I'm thinking we just may need to have a little Summer social event to close out the program year in June.  Stay tuned for more info on that thought.

Enjoy the lovely weather this weekend.  And remember- updates to events or breaking news will be posted on Twitter- @OTACPresident.

Exciting Membership News!

Great news to share with you ... as our chapter continues to move forward and grow.

Please welcome the following (11!) new members to Old Town Alexandria (OTAC)- IAAP.

Cindy Salusky
Kathy Heyman
Dawn Robinson
Linda Hurd
Linda Woodland
Vicki Kilpatrick
Kathleen Erslev
Judy Carmichael, CPS/CAP
Kanya Praetorius
Adell Cokley
Kim Youtzy

Look forward to seeing everyone on May 17, 2010 at 6pm at our next meeting!

Your Participation is Requested...Your Input Needed

Good evening, chapter members and friends!

Just a quick reminder for the Open Board Meeting on Monday, May 17, 2010 at 6pm to be held at the American Physical Therapy Association offices - 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia.

We need to begin to lay the ground work for continuing the great strides the chapter has made since December 2009.  We will discuss leadership roles, the candidates for International Office for IAAP, and get a sense of what our chapter priorities will be for the summer and into the Fall of 2010.

The key here is YOU.  Members of OTAC.  Even if you cannot attend, please be sure to email your thoughts/ideas/concerns regarding programming, leadership, IAAP.. or all of the above.  This is your IAAP chapter.  Also- save this next date: Saturday- 5/22 (morning) for a programming calendar brainstorming session.  In other words, planning/discussing what events and educational sessions the chapter will hold from August 2010- June 2011.  

By the way.. a bonus of being in on these types of planning sessions?  Adding it into your professional development/annual review notes.

Please provide your input at either of the next two sessions (May 17 or May 22) or by email to otac.iaap@gmail.com.

Thanks!  Look forward to seeing you in May. 

Regards- Kemetia