Center For Association Resources Testimonial l Maryann Wetmore – published by The Center for Association Resources

August 23, 2011 by center_for_association_resources Leave a Comment


Center For Association Resources Testimonial l Maryann Wetmore

After careful review of a number of top firms, we selected The Center for Association Resources because of their demonstrated skill in the design and management of highly specialized research projects. We found them to be remarkably creative, insightful, and supportive throughout the process.  As a result of their solid recommendations, we were able to develop strategic programming that met and exceeded our organization’s goals. We are impressed with and appreciate their expertise, professionalism, and consultative approach. I strongly recommend the services of The Center for Association Resources.

Maryann Wetmore
Vice President-Secretary
Association of TeleServices International
www.atsi.org

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Center For Association Resources Testimonial l Jeanne K. Bailey, DDS – published by The Center for Association Resources

August 23, 2011 by center_for_association_resources Leave a Comment


Center For Association Resources Testimonial l Jeanne K. Bailey, DDS

“The staff of The Center for Association Resources always provides proactive and creative service to me in my role as AACP’s Credentialing Chair. As volunteer leaders, we not only have to provide stewardship to our members, but run our busy dental practices as well. The Center’s staff keenly understands the challenges that volunteer leadership faces, and responds swiftly and carefully to my needs with great skill and insight. The staff of The Center not only assists us in our demanding roles, but provides ideas and solutions. Our Academy and our leadership are stronger through the work of The Center.”

Jeanne K. Bailey, DDS
Chair, Credentialing Committee
American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
www.aacfp.org

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Ethics and non-profit associations

March 12, 2011 by center_for_association_resources Leave a Comment


There are many pieces to the puzzle that is a non-profit organization. There is such a thing as bad publicity, where the most crucial thing a non-profit organization must realize is that a positive reputation is what can make or break your cause. If you associate yourself with the wrong groups of people, or have a relaxed attitude toward ethics, your non-profit could suffer immensely.
At the same time, there is the important question of how to sustain your non-profit. If there are people offering you money who you do not want to be associated with for whatever reason; shady business practices, unknown source of funding, or someone looking for additional favors, then it might be time to reevaluate your relationship with them. They are in it for the wrong reasons and could probably either get you in hot water with the media, or even worse. Make sure you know your sources and have friends who are working with the right people. Non-profits are looking for help for people from all different walks of life, from diverse ethnic backgrounds, socioeconomic status breakers and volunteers who are looking to help on another level. These are great associations to have and will have a positive impact on the longevity, and appearance of your group. By diversifying your organization you gain a larger hold on populations, growth opportunities will arise in new markets you may not have previously conceived.
It is important to develop partnerships that are mutually beneficial as well. If you are a group that works with at-risk teens, it would make sense to partner with a school for fundraisers, where they may be a 50/50 split. You gain a lot of publicity, you reach out to a community and people will begin to associate your non-profit with the kids from a particular area. This enhances credibility, and everyone wins this way. The school gets help fundraising, your non-profit gets funds and the kids who may need some help along the way may get involved in your program!
Saving face is a critical component of the non-profit world. With a variety of organizations out there, people are looking to ones that they can trust, build rapport and relationships with and truly devote themselves to. These are the groups that they want to tell their friends about. And generally, people with money will work and relate with other people who are similar, thus allowing your organization to grow.

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The Center for Association Resources Invites you to a Seminar on Ethics Code, Disciplinary Procedures and Avoiding Defamation

February 24, 2011 by rpatterson Leave a Comment


The Center for Association Resources

Invites you to a Seminar on

Ethics Code, Disciplinary Procedures and Avoiding Defamation

Legal professionals will discuss the following
as it relates to not-for-profit organizations:

  • Ethics Code, Drafting and Considerations
  • Disciplinary Complaints and Hearings
  • Libel and Defamation Precautions for Officers, Directors and Committee Members
  • Directors and Officers Liability Insurance

March 3, 2011

Please join us at 8:30 a.m. for a continental breakfast
followed by the program from 9:00-11:30 a.m.

3500 Three First National Plaza
70 W. Madison, 34th Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60602

Click to register

Seating is limited, please register by February 24th.

Hosted by:
Ungaretti & Harris LLP

 

 

8:30-9:00 a.m. Breakfast and Registration
9:00-9:30 a.m. Overview
9:30-10:00 a.m. Ethics Code, Drafting and Considerations; Q&A Session
10:00-10:30 a.m. Disciplinary Complaints and Hearings; Q&A Session
10:30-11:00 a.m. Libel and Defamation Precautions for Officers, Directors and Committee Members; Q&A Session
11:00-11:30 a.m. Directors and Officers Liability Insurance; Q&A Session

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