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IABC Tucson Chapter News September 15, 2009

In This Issue:

    • Employee Engagement

    There’s still room and still time to get in on “Tales from the Trenches: Employee Engagement Strategies” set for Thursday, Sept. 17, 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., at Old Pueblo Grille, 60 N. Alvernon Way.

    Master Sgt. Carl Rhea, USAF, the commandant of the Airman Leadership School at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and Linda Heffernen, director of Change Initiatives for the University of Arizona, will share their experiences and expertise. Members, who attend for free, can RSVP to events@iabctucson.com. Non-members can visit our info page about the event to pay online.

    Learn to Unleash Your Creativity on October 14

    “Harnessing Your Creativity for Work That THRIVES”
    Wednesday, Oct. 14, 3-5 p.m.
    Maynards Market & Kitchen, 400 N. Toole Ave.
    (    Workshop upstairs in Maynard's Drawing Room)

    Lifestyle Design Coach Jenny Ferry will guide you to discover and use your personal “zones of genius.” After Ferry discusses right-brain competencies, creativity and curiosity, she’ll lead small-group exercises that help you discover your creative self. You’ll leave with a simple took-kit for accessing your creativity at work, boosting your value to your employer.

    Ferry founded Crest of Your Life, a learning and development firm. She’s a seasoned business consultant in leadership development, strategic planning and executive coaching.

    Cost to attend this life-changing workshop is $20 for members and students, $25 for non-members. RSVP now by paying online at our website RSVP page. Seating is limited and RSVPs must be in by Monday, Oct. 12.

    Get together with fellow IABCers for happy hour at Maynards even if you don’t plan to attend the workshop.

    Welcome New Members

    Five new members joined IABC/Tucson, bringing our membership to 52. Please welcome:

    Dina Doolen, Anne Denogean and Paul Schwelbach, all of whom work in Pima Community College’s marketing department with current members Rachelle Howell and Karen Lutrick.

    Debra Makay, a freelance editor.

    Erin Carey, who works in engineering communications and events for Raytheon Missile Systems. It’s the same department where member Marci TeBockhorst works.

    Member News

    Daphne Gilman, our chapter’s vice president, will attend the Pacific Plains Region Leadership Meeting just before the region conference in Minneapolis. She’ll learn strategies for improving chapter activities and bring concerns to fellow chapter leaders.

    Congratulations to Julie Ray, owner of Julie Ray Creative, for becoming a finalist for the annual 40 Under 40 award that recognizes young community leaders. This is the second time an IABC/Tucson member was named a finalist; Paul Tumarkin was in the top 60 last year.

    Reminders

    World Membership Month continues through Sept. 30. Invite colleagues and co-workers to join IABC this month to save the one-time registration fee of up to $40. Plus, your referral will save you $25 at your next membership renewal. Contact Paul Tumarkin, pkt@barkingshelby.com.

    Members are still needed to judge entries from the Saskatchewan chapter for its ACE awards. It’s a great way to see what other business communicators are doing. Contact Elena Acoba, acoba@dakotacom.net.

    Events
    Sept. 17:
    IABC/Tucson indies lunch, 11:45 a.m., at Montana Avenue, 6390 E. Grant Road. RSVP to Dean Steeves, propaganda@laughing.com.
    Sept. 17:
    "Employee Engagement Strategies," a buy-your-own lunch with internal communication experts, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at Old Pueblo Grille, 60 N. Alvernon Way.

    Oct. 7:
    IABC/Tucson board meeting, 8 a.m.,
    Good Egg, 4774 E. Grant Rd.
    Oct. 11-13:
    Pacific Plains regional conference,
    Minneapolis, Minn.
    Oct. 14:
    "Harnessing Your Creativity for Work That THRIVES" workshop, 3-5 p.m., with lifestyle design coach Jenny Ferry, followed by happy-hour networking for everyone. Maynards Market & Kitchen, 400 E. Toole Ave., $20 for members, $25 for non-members, followed by happy-hour networking for everyone.
    Oct. 15:
    IABC/Tucson indies lunch, 11:45 a.m.

    Nov. 10:
    IABC/Tucson board meeting, 8 a.m.,
    Good Egg, 4774 E. Grant Rd.
    Nov. 17:
    “Powerful Print—Tools & Tips to Hit
    Your Communications Program Targets”
    breakfast roundtable discussion, 7:30–8:45 a.m.,
    AlphaGraphics CPS, 2500 N. Coyote Dr., suite 110
    Nov. 19:
    IABC/Tucson indies lunch, 11:45 a.m.

    December
    Joint breakfast and social responsibility activity with PRSA, at the Arizona Inn (date and time TBA)

    Links to Remember
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    To reach the board: Paul Tumarkin, pbt@barkinshelby.com