ASTD has just launched a new resource for chapter leaders to identify speakers for chapter programs and meetings. The ASTD speakers bureau is a repository of speakers and presenters connected to the workplace learning and performance profession.

To have your information included in the search, simply complete the speakers submission form (found online here) and email to Cami Best-Jones at cjones@astd.org.

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What will your chapter be doing to celebrate learning during Employee Learning Week? Big or small, every effort counts and when you let national ASTD know what you’ve done, we’ll send you a Champion of Learning certificate that you can use to promote your chapter’s efforts in recognizing the vital role of employee learning.

Employee Learning Week is just weeks away – December 7-11 – so it’s time to get busy planning. Need some ideas? Here are a few:  

·         Host your chapter meeting during ELW and recognize members who work every day to promote learning in their organizations  

·         Host a resource fair at a December chapter meeting and have members share best practices  

·         Send a “tip of the day” email to members with useful learning nuggets they can share with their colleagues  

·         Promote ELW by including language in your email signature that celebrates employee learning and ELW. (click here to download an email banner) 

·         Don't forget to email elw@elw.org and brag about what you're chapter is doing...it's the only way we know to send your certificate!

There are many resources and materials available to you at the ELW website www.employeeleanringweek.org. For more information, contact elw@elw.org, or call Kristen Fyfe at 703-683-8192.

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In September, national ASTD provided the new National Operating Requirements (NORE) in response to chapter leader feedback that they wanted to know what specific support to expect from national ASTD. NORE mirrors the chapter’s commitment to the Chapter Operating Requirements (CORE). NORE and CORE have both been incorporated into a reciprocal affiliation agreement to be signed by all chapters to formalize the relationship between national ASTD and chapters.

All chapter leaders are invited to attend a webcast this Thursday, October 8, at 3 p.m. ET, facilitated by National Advisor for Chapters Christie Ward from the Rocky Mountain Chapter. The webcast will provide an overview of NORE and the affiliation agreement. If you are unable to attend, the webcast archive will be available on the Chapter Leader Community website.

If you have questions about the new chapter-national affiliation agreement or National Operating Requirements (NORE), please contact your chapter coach or NAC representative. National ASTD is committed to providing extensive support and resources so that you and your board have the tools needed to help your chapter thrive and grow!

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Congratulations to the October Chapter of the Month: The Greater Chattanooga Area Chapter!

The value of membership is a key driver for the Greater Chattanooga Area Chapter of ASTD. The chapter’s selection as Chapter of the Month for October 2009 derives from a two-fold commitment to membership. First, the chapter has created a Board of Director’s position called CORE (Chapter Operating Requirements) Coordinator. The CORE Coordinator is responsible for educating chapter members about CORE statistics and tracking the chapter’s annual progress in achieving 100 percent CORE.

In addition, the Greater Chattanooga Area Chapter is committed to bringing members value at every turn. Upon realizing that monthly chapter meetings were not providing enough networking time for members, the chapter created a Membership Networking Directory that includes the professional experience and contact information of all members and is thus a tremendous resource for members to expand and improve their networking contacts.  The chapter continues to work for deeper connections with members through various committee opportunities and participation in community service events.

Chapter President Teresa Headrick believes that being a professional society in a smaller city gives the Greater Chattanooga Area Chapter the opportunity to offer learning professionals in the area a great venue for improving skills and gaining insights into the profession. The chapter’s commitment to members and the community at large is why the Greater Chattanooga Area Chapter  is ASTD’s Chapter of the Month for October.

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Building a Partnership with the Local Public Workforce System
October 1, 2:00 p.m. ET (1 p.m. CT, Noon MT, 11 a.m. PT)

Speaker: C. Michael Ferraro, President & CEO, TRAINING SOLUTIONS, Inc.

Federal and state governments provide billions of dollars annually for job training and related services through the public workforce investment system at the local level. So why aren’t you taking advantage? Savvy workplace learning professionals can access a broad range of grants, tax credits, and other government resources to build a skilled workforce and maintain a competitive edge.

During the webcast, free to chapter leaders and members, Michael will explain how to locate and develop these opportunities for your organization, chapter, and how to influence state and local funding priorities.

Register HERE!

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Thanks to ALC sponsor, Voice By David, ASTD is able to offer two scholarships for the 2009 ASTD Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC) to be held in Arlington, Virginia on October 30-31, 2009. 

This scholarship is intended for chapter leaders who would not otherwise be able to attend ALC without such financial assistance. (In an effort to allow greater participation, chapter leaders who received ALC travel reimbursement awards in 2008 may not apply for the 2009 scholarship.)

To apply for a scholarship, please register for the drawing by completing the online form in full by September 29, 2009. Scholarship recipients will be randomly selected by a third party and will be notified by October 1, 2009.

*Please note that this is not a reimbursement award. The scholarship will be applied to ALC registration or lodging at the Marriott Crystal Gateway prior to the ALC conference. Scholarship recipients may select one of the following scholarship options: 1) Complimentary Conference Registration or 2) Two complimentary nights at the Marriott Crystal Gateway

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The POWER OF 26 to Gain the POWER OF 2

The Power of 2 is a campaign to promote joint national and chapter ASTD membership.  While there’s power in two, it’s going to take a lot more than that to keep your chapters active, alive, growing, and engaged.  Chapter members are the reason your chapter exists. They influence the programs, services, and benefits you offer. Today, chapters are challenged with retaining and involving members, as well as attracting new members. A thriving membership doesn’t just happen; it requires good planning, year-round attention, and the Power of 26. 

During the 2009 ASTD Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC), Beverly Crowell, a Senior Associate Consultant for Career Systems International, will introduce us to the Power of 26; practical strategies to keep chapter members engaged, involved, and sticking around.  A “one size fits all” approach to chapter membership is not always successful.  If you can find the value of each membership segment, or better yet, each individual member, you are guaranteed a greater chance of success. 

The approach is as easy as A-Z and starts by discovering the 26 strategies from the best-selling book by Dr. Beverly Kaye, Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em: Getting Good People to Stay.  In the preconference workshop, you will learn how to uncover what each member needs by asking; discover that development, environment, and style play a huge role in member satisfaction; and understand the zenith of your efforts happens when you use that information to unleash the power of your membership.

For more information on ALC, click here. Preconference workshop space is limited - register today!

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Chapter leaders and members are invited to join this free ASTD Webcast!

Date: Wednesday, September 2
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET 

Webcast Presenters Include: Speakers from the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration and ASTD

Finding and retaining a skilled workforce is challenging even in a down economy. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), or the stimulus legislation, has created new grants and funding streams for industries that are in need of help. Many companies want to understand how to find a partner at the local level and work together to apply for funding. Join ASTD for this unique opportunity to hear directly from the Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration about immediate grant opportunities in the energy and healthcare sectors, and how your organization can partner at the local level with the publicly-funded workforce system.

Do not miss this great opportunity - Register here today!

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ASTD offers 3 webcast tracks relevant to chapters. The professional development track is geared towards all chapter members and leaders. Topics may include Employee Learning Week, CPLP, Sponsorships and more. The chapter leader track touches on topics that are relate specifically to managing and leading a chapter. The Disney Institute Track is a result of the new ASTD partnership with the Disney Institute. These webcasts are lead directly by Disney management and touch on some of the basic principles that contribute to their success.

There are many opportunities in the upcoming month to participate in a webcast. Use this schedule to review and register for a webcast today!

Tuesday, August 18, 1p.m. ET: Professional Development - What's New?
(description and registration) PD Track

Tuesday, August 25, 1p.m. ET: Disney's Approach to Brand Loyalty
(description and registration) DI Track

Thursday, September 10, 2p.m. ET: CORE Overview
(description and registration) CL Track

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The ASTD 2009 Chapter Leaders Conference (ALC) cruise ship is getting ready to set sail in just a few months.  Preparations are underway for this annual event, which is expected to draw over 300 chapter leaders from around the country. The ALC Program Advisory Committee (PAC) has announced the theme, “Cruising to Chapter Excellence” as well as new opportunities for sponsorship.

Opportunities to showcase your business or services are available in many areas such as logo recognition, event sponsorship, and scholarship sponsorships. Many of these packages include a full page advertisement in the program guide as well as face to face networking opportunities with conference attendees.

To view the full list of sponsorship opportunities download the brochure. All packages are currently available on a first-come-first-serve basis, but won’t be for long – August 31 is the deadline to purchase a package.

To purchase a sponsorship package, email Veronica Bruhl, ALC PAC, vbruhl@sbcglobal.net or Nanci Appleman-Vassil, ALC PAC, nanci@aplsgroup.com.

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