Sentences with phrase «in local business associations»

Membership in local business associations, for example, often provides discounts.

Not exact matches

Join local business networking groups or venture associations and immerse yourself in rooms full of successful and connected people.

It is important to build a network of mentors and advisers so that you have someone to turn to for advice in bad times — try local business groups and industry associations for information about finding a mentor.

Berman also advises that business owners reach out to industry experts or associations in their field, but most of all to their local board of health.

The Director of Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Financial Instruments Business Operator), No. 424, Member of Japan Investment Advisers Association and Investment Trust Association, Japan]; and Allianz Global Investors Taiwan Ltd., licensed by Financial Supervisory Commission in Taiwan.

Since his last re-election, Clarke has openly supported Republican causes on local and national right - wing media outlets; proudly trumpets on official Milwaukee County letterhead his 2013 award from the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association, whose leader suggested using women and children as human shields during Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy's standoff with federal agents; accused Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele of having «penis envy» and being on heroin when crafting the county budget and needing to be drug tested; blasted Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm and Chief Judge Jeffrey Kremers for being «soft on crime»; provided minimal protection for President Obama during his 2012 visit; employs former Scott Walker spokeswoman Fran McLaughlin, who was given criminal immunity over her role in Walker's mixing of campaign and county business; and created pro-gun public service announcements.

Join a local chamber of commerce or beauty business association to connect with other local business owners in the area.

The Director of Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Financial Instruments Business Operator), No. 424, Member of Japan Investment Advisers Association]; and Allianz Global Investors Taiwan Ltd., licensed by Financial Supervisory Commission in Taiwan.

In the event of discrepancies, Realtors ® are advised that for business purposes, local data from their association may be more relevant.

In my day job, I work with ASTRA, the American Speciality Toy Retailing Association, so I understand the importance of supporting local businesses.

The Local Government Association's transport spokesperson Judith Blake said: «The pilots in both Kent and London have proven that giving councils greater powers to regulate roadworks can deliver huge benefits to businesses and road users.»

«Farmer» shall mean any person, organization, entity, association, partnership or corporation engaged in the raising of crops, or the raising of livestock or livestock products as defined in subdivision 2 of section 301 of the agriculture and markets law, or the business of agriculture, whether for profit or otherwise, including the cultivation of land, the raising of poultry, fish, or fur - bearing animals, the harvesting of timber or the practice of horticulture, aquaculture, apiculture or viticulture; «Generally accepted agricultural practices» shall mean those practices which are lawful, customary, reasonable, safe and necessary to the industry as they pertain to the practices listed in subdivision a of section 3 of this local law.

But both the Hotel Association and the Hotel Trades Council, a union representing hotel workers, have backed state and city legislation that would obligate Airbnb to register all its listings with local authorities — a requirement that badly dented the company's business in San Francisco.

In addition to numerous business owners based in Flushing, Queens and Chinatown, Liu earned support from several local unions, including $ 4,150 from DC 37's political action committee, $ 1,250 from Local 32BJ, $ 1,500 from TWU Local 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers AssociatioIn addition to numerous business owners based in Flushing, Queens and Chinatown, Liu earned support from several local unions, including $ 4,150 from DC 37's political action committee, $ 1,250 from Local 32BJ, $ 1,500 from TWU Local 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers Associatioin Flushing, Queens and Chinatown, Liu earned support from several local unions, including $ 4,150 from DC 37's political action committee, $ 1,250 from Local 32BJ, $ 1,500 from TWU Local 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers Associalocal unions, including $ 4,150 from DC 37's political action committee, $ 1,250 from Local 32BJ, $ 1,500 from TWU Local 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers AssociaLocal 32BJ, $ 1,500 from TWU Local 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers AssociaLocal 100, $ 1,500 from the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, and $ 2,000 from the Uniformed Fire Officers Association.

However a more positive assessment was offered by Michael Parkinson, Professor of Urban Affairs at John Moores University: although he had been sceptical in the 1980s, by 1997 he had come to feel that ministers assigned to regions, the development of housing associations and cooperatives, and the channelling of government money through business - led agencies rather than through local government.

BY SARA GILBERT The Rockland Business Association hosted a meeting at Dominican College in Orangeburg on Thursday, July 26 to discuss concerns and answer questions local businesses might have about the new Tappan Zee Bridge.

The rides will be paid for by nearly $ 3,500 kicked in by local groups including the Forest Avenue and South Shore business improvement districts, the Richmond County Bar Association and more.

The Chamber of Commerce, in concert with the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier, has a Public Policy Committee that monitors local, state and federal governmental bodies and legislation that could have either a positive or negative impact on the business community in Chautauqua County.

Several trade associations made repeated appearances: in the month we collected data, the Local Government Association and National Farmers Union each appeared at four sessions, while the Federation of Small Businesses appeared at three.

The Chamber of Commerce, working in concert with the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier, has a Public Policy Committee that monitors local, state and federal governmental bodies and legislation that could have either a positive or negative impact on the business community in Chautauqua County.

Borough President Katz's Flushing Commons Task Force facilitates continual dialogue between city agencies, the developers, the Downtown Flushing Business Improvement District, the Union Street Business Association, elected officials and local business, resident and other area stakeholders in the interest of alleviating the Flushing Commons construction impacts on the surrounding coBusiness Improvement District, the Union Street Business Association, elected officials and local business, resident and other area stakeholders in the interest of alleviating the Flushing Commons construction impacts on the surrounding coBusiness Association, elected officials and local business, resident and other area stakeholders in the interest of alleviating the Flushing Commons construction impacts on the surrounding cobusiness, resident and other area stakeholders in the interest of alleviating the Flushing Commons construction impacts on the surrounding community.

And, says Laura Ayrey, executive director of the Mountains & Plains Independent Booksellers Association, «Independent stores have been challenging e-fairness state - by - state by forming coalitions with other local businesses to amend sales tax legislation, and have had success in a number of states.»

The state Association of School Business Officials said in a report Monday that districts may not see increases in local revenues next year because the property tax cap will be around zero.

In addition to the whole education community, the California Business Roundtable, the California Chamber of Commerce and the California Medical Association among many more supported Proposition 58 as essential for equipping students with the skills and abilities to meet the demands of our local communities, state and nation.

The organizations — which include AT&T, Boeing, Business Roundtable, Hewlett - Packard, and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)-- are recommending that the reauthorized Perkins Act align CTE programs to local labor markets; support meaningful collaboration between high schools, postsecondary institutions, and employers; and increase student participation in internships, apprenticeships, and mentorships for on - site learning opportunities.

They include your local daily or weekly newspaper, business journals in cities and states around the U.S., trade magazines, and association newsletters, all of which are easier to crack than Cosmopolitan or the Los Angeles Times.

«We are proud to be partners with Excelsior Growth Fund in delivering valuable assistance in order to start and grow local small businesses,» Syracuse Small Business Association (SBA) executive director Bernard J. Paprocki said in a press release in February.

Again with the help of residents, local businesses, and matching funds from the Bois Dubois Foundation, the Coconino Humane Association in 1972 started the construction of a new facility to care for the homeless and unwanted animals in Northern Arizona.

In support of this mission, the Santa Ynez Valley Association of REALTORS ®, in conjunction with the National Association of REALTORS ® and the California Association of REALTORS ®, is committed to promoting ethics and to serving and supporting its members to conduct their business within the framework of the local community, with integrity, competence and the highest degree of professionalisIn support of this mission, the Santa Ynez Valley Association of REALTORS ®, in conjunction with the National Association of REALTORS ® and the California Association of REALTORS ®, is committed to promoting ethics and to serving and supporting its members to conduct their business within the framework of the local community, with integrity, competence and the highest degree of professionalisin conjunction with the National Association of REALTORS ® and the California Association of REALTORS ®, is committed to promoting ethics and to serving and supporting its members to conduct their business within the framework of the local community, with integrity, competence and the highest degree of professionalism.

The planters themselves are about as eco-friendly as you can get, made of discarded milk cartons collected from local businesses and wrapped in fabric pockets sewn out of recycled tents by Emmaus Maisons - Alfort, a rehabilitation association that works with homeless people.

Like with meeting minutes, most states require C - Corps and S - Corps to create bylaws in order to remain in good standing with their local government and business associations.

Alan is an accomplished speaker and has participated in numerous Florida and local bar association seminars on business, corporate and securities related subjects, as well as other professional continuing education seminars.

Six Steps to Starting a Paralegal Business you can gain the relevant legal experience by working in a variety of different employment environments: local authorities, national health service, charities, housing associations, HMRC, Crown Prosecution Service and company in - house legal departments.

Our team of lawyers and technology experts are able to forensically analyse electronic devices, computer hard drives and telephones, as well as being trained in the software packages used by prosecuting authorities such as the Police, Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA), the Federation against Copyright & Software Theft (FACT), the Entertainment & Leisure Software Publishers Association (ELSPA), the Business Software Alliance (BSA), the Mechanical Copyright Protection Society, as well as numerous local government trading standards departments.

With both international and local expertise within the Stephenson Harwood — Wei Tu (China) Association *, we have an insight into how business is done in the region.

They represent Fortune 500 companies and start - up entrepreneurs in key industry and business sectors; have backgrounds as businesswomen, prosecutors and public defenders; teach graduate - level classes in legal issues; and are leaders and members of almost 20 bar associations at the local, state and national levels.

Illinois Driver Education was the recipient of the 2011 Best of Chicago Awardin the Automobile Driving Schools category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA), which was established to recognize the best of local businesses in the community.

How do I handle requests for such references?Thank you so much for your help!CherylCHERYL M. EARLE3407 Old Dobbin Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36116 - 1903Home Phone: [phone] Cell Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected] position managing legal discovery and document review with opportunity to assist attorneys with civil litigationBAR ADMISSIONAlabama State Bar, 1999LAW - RELATED EXPERIENCELaw Firm, AlabamaResearch Attorney for Special Projects, Mass Torts Department, November 2001 — February 2008 • Managed Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Document Depository (September 2002 to February 2008) o Reviewed more than 1 million pages of evidentiary documents for litigation purposes and for inclusion in electronic databaseso Coordinated document review assignments with attorneys at local depository and at other sites across the USo Retrieved, reviewed and coded documents in Concordance and Summation legal databaseso Prepared memoranda and spreadsheets providing detailed analysis of discovery materials • Aided attorneys and support staff with processing and preparation of personal injury claims and litigationo Conducted legal research and drafted pleadingso Conducted supplementary online research for additional documents and information pertinent to litigationo Assisted with preparation of correspondence to clients and referring attorneyso Contacted clients for additional information needed in case preparation, litigation, and potential settlementso Prepared and input case intakes and referrals into databaseLaw School, AlabamaStudent Intern, Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP), August 1996 — June 1997 • Participated in law school clinical program under third - year law student practice rule (as authorized by Alabama Supreme Court) o Assisted attorneys and advocates in cases involving mentally ill patients confined to state mental health facilitieso Interviewed clients in person (at state facilities) and over the phoneo Worked with clients, attorneys, and social workers to investigate and resolve issues concerning involuntary confinement and treatmento Aided in legal research on an appellate brief submitted to the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (ruling granted in favor of our client) Faculty Research Assistant for Library Services, Bounds Law Library, March 1996 — June 1997 • Prepared research and teaching materials for law school faculty; worked 20 hours per week while matriculating 10 - 15 hours per semester) o Investigated copyright issues related to procuring and reproducing texts for academic useo Conducted legal research using WESTLAW, LEXIS and the InternetADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCEManufacturing Company (MC), Montgomery, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant and Cost Analyst, Materials Purchasing Department, April 1999 — September 2001 • Assisted materials buyers in negotiating and preparing commodities contracts between raw materials suppliers and MC for manufacturing plants in the US and Mexicoo Assisted Legal Department at MC's corporate headquarters with coordination and preparation of documents for litigationo Notified and educated suppliers about MC's freight - on - board policy and its corresponding Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) provisions; result was the reduction of freight claims for both the company and its supplierso Prepared contracts and purchase orders for raw materials and capital projects involving plant maintenanceo Solicited price quotations from current vendors and established Excel spreadsheet format which simplified quote submission process and allowed MC to track and compare usage volumes and costs over timeo Prepared and analyzed cost reports used by materials buyers and production planners in purchasing decisions, including cost reductions, materials consolidation, and selection of vendorso Acted as liaison between vendors and the Purchasing, Transportation and Accounting Departments on issues concerning inbound freight, commercial carriers, and payment terms for commodities, resulting in reductions in freight costs and greater payment discounts for raw materialso Established online databases and printed directories for the Purchasing Department, allowing buyers to have easier and faster access to current vendor informationo Completed Year 2000 (Y2K) compliance project, which involved data collection and communication with MC's past, present, and potential materials suppliers and service providersNot - For - Profit Organization, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Combined Federal Campaign, September 1998 — January 1999 • Aided Campaign Director with 1998 Federal Campaigns (CFCs) in City 1 and City 2, which together generated nearly $ 700,000 for more than 1,000 local, national and international charitieso Prepared weekly reports on donations using WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Excel and dBase IVo Wrote script for Talent Showcase at City 1's 1998 CFC Kickoffo Assisted Director with merger of the City 1 and City 2 CFCs in 1999Regional Bank, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Year 2000 (Y2K) Department, March — June 1998 • Worked with Vice President of Corporate Projects on short - term project for the bank's Y2K Departmento Analyzed and processed data on Y2K readiness for all branches of Bank throughout the southeastern USo Organized meetings for personnel of Banko Communicated with vendors of computer hardware, software, and office equipment to request information on Y2K complianceo Prepared compliance files for Federal Reserve auditso Prepared in - house memoranda and reports using Microsoft Word and ExcelRecord / Music Promotion Company, AlabamaRecord Pool Co-Founder; Office Manager, September 1990 — December 1991 • Co-founded record pool to enhance promotion of music in Alabama and the southeastern USo Procured and distributed records from major and independent labels for club, radio and mobile disc jockeyso Coordinated jointly sponsored promotional events with record companies, radio stations and clubso Designed, wrote, and published bi-weekly reports and brochures to inform the music industry of the progress and popularity of music and performers in the region, with specific focus on the Alabama music sceneMajor University, AlabamaGraduate Research Assistant, AUM Department of Marketing, June 1989 — August 1990 • Worked 13 - 20 hours per week as a research assistant to Marketing faculty while carrying a full course load in the MBA programo Analyzed consumer surveys used in academic researcho Assisted Conference Chairperson with coordination for Atlantic Marketing Association (AMA) annual meeting (October 1989) o Co-authored five - year index and classification of AMA Proceedings (published Fall 1991) EDUCATIONLaw School, AlabamaJuris Doctor (JD), 1997 • Scholarshipso Seybourn H. Lynne Scholarship, 1996 - 97o Dexter C. Hobbs Memorial Scholarship, 1995 - 96o E. W. Godbey Memorial Scholarship, 1994 - 95 • Honorso Who's Who Among American Law School Students, 1996 - 94o Arthur Davis Shores Award, 1997 • Activitieso Frederick Douglass Moot Court Team Manager, 1996 - 97 Southern Regional Competition, Second Place National Competition, Eighth Placeo John A. Campbell Moot Court Competition, Spring 1996o Black Law Students Association Delegate, BLSA National Convention, 1997 Co-Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1996 - 97 Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1995 - 96 BLSA President's Award, 1996 and 1997o American Bar Association, 1996 - 97 Entertainment and Sports Industries Forum Intellectual Property Section Law Student Divisiono LAWS Student Group Leader, 1995 - 96Major University, AlabamaMaster of Business Administration (MBA), 1990Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.), 1988 (Major: Marketing — Advertising and Promotion Track) • Honorso Dean's List • Activitieso National Student Advertising Competition Team, 1988 - 90 Seventh District Competition: Third Place, 1990o Marketing Club, 1987 - 90 Vice President — Career Development, 1988 - 89o Public Relations / Advertising (PR / AD) Club, 1988 - 90 Charter Member, 1988 Active in fund - raising and membership driveso Theater Guild, 1988 - 90 Screening Committee, 1989REFERENCESAvailable upon request

-- Support in building networks in the new location — Job search support (ways to find new jobs; CV / resume and interview etiquette)-- Employer information (eg which companies employ English - speaking staff)-- 1 to 1 Career coaching and career workshops, before and after relocation — Support groups with other expat partners in a similar situation — A spouse association for networking and support — Access to an internal spouse liaison officer — Information about opportunities within larger employers — Assistance in setting up a business — Relocation assistance such as mentoring by local, well - adjusted expat spouses — Effective inter-cultural and language training — Add your own ideas.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report geBusiness Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report gebusiness efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report gebusiness reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

My involvement in the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair, the Arizona Science Fair, Arizona Local First, One Community, and the Arizona Small Business Association has allowed me to see firsthand the crippling effect that discrimination has had on our state.

The results of the Orlando Business Journal 2014 Readers» Choice Awards are in, and the Orlando Regional REALTOR ® Association has been named best local trade organization.

With a membership of 17,000 - plus, the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS ® is the largest local association in Illinois, and its Senior Service committee is comprised of REALTOR ® members maintaining the SRES ® designation whose business focuses on servicing the senior demographic, explains Read.

Such state association so elected may accept for primary membership individuals whose principal place of business is situated in territory within the state which is not within the jurisdiction of any local board holding membership in both such state association and the National Association and for secondary membership any REALTOR ® or REALTOR - ASSOCIATE ® who holds primary membership in another state association or a local board whose jurisdiction is located in territory outside ofassociation so elected may accept for primary membership individuals whose principal place of business is situated in territory within the state which is not within the jurisdiction of any local board holding membership in both such state association and the National Association and for secondary membership any REALTOR ® or REALTOR - ASSOCIATE ® who holds primary membership in another state association or a local board whose jurisdiction is located in territory outside ofassociation and the National Association and for secondary membership any REALTOR ® or REALTOR - ASSOCIATE ® who holds primary membership in another state association or a local board whose jurisdiction is located in territory outside ofAssociation and for secondary membership any REALTOR ® or REALTOR - ASSOCIATE ® who holds primary membership in another state association or a local board whose jurisdiction is located in territory outside ofassociation or a local board whose jurisdiction is located in territory outside of the state;

Indeed, many graduate programs urge students to build connections during their training, such as by establishing mentorships with others in the field, connecting with alumni, joining the national and local REALTOR ® associations, attending business networking events, and earning REALTOR ® designations for the networking and added training opportunities.

In addition to managing her real estate business, which totaled about $ 5 million in sales and 38 transactions in 2004, Poole is the current president of the Maryland Association of REALTORS ® Inc.; past president of her local association, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice president of WCIn addition to managing her real estate business, which totaled about $ 5 million in sales and 38 transactions in 2004, Poole is the current president of the Maryland Association of REALTORS ® Inc.; past president of her local association, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice president of WCin sales and 38 transactions in 2004, Poole is the current president of the Maryland Association of REALTORS ® Inc.; past president of her local association, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice president of WCin 2004, Poole is the current president of the Maryland Association of REALTORS ® Inc.; past president of her local association, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice presidAssociation of REALTORS ® Inc.; past president of her local association, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice presidassociation, the Anne Arundel County Association of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice presidAssociation of REALTORS ®; past president of the Maryland Chapter of the Women's Council of REALTORS ®; and past regional vice president of WCR.

(a) principals of real estate firms, or individuals in position of management control on behalf of principals who are not physically present and engaged in the real estate business in connection with the firm's office or individuals employed by or affiliated as independent contractors with REALTOR ® principals of real estate firms, and who are deemed qualified for REALTOR ® membership by: (i) a local Board within the state in which the real estate firm is located; or (ii) a local Board within a state whose border is contiguous with that state; or (iii) if the real estate firm is located outside the jurisdiction of any local board, by the state association within whose territory the real estate firm is located having an effective membership agreement with the National Association as provided in Article XV,association within whose territory the real estate firm is located having an effective membership agreement with the National Association as provided in Article XV,Association as provided in Article XV, Section 2.

(A) State Associations having membership agreements with the National Association as provided in Article XV, Section 2, of this Constitution may be elected to membership in the National Association in order to integrate more closely the work of local, state and national bodies, to further the purposes contemplated by said Article, and to afford an opportunity for individuals engaged in the real estate business in areas within the state but outside the jurisdiction of a local board to become members of the National Association, subject to its standards, and to be represented therein.

Special thanks go to my Leadership Team; our Board of Directors; the staff of NAR; every committee and advisory group chair, vice chair, and member; and the leaders of our state and local associations, who sacrificed time and money to serve our industry in one of the most difficult business years in recent memory, and whose commitment and optimism never wavered.

I should note that many local associations of REALTORS ® are the pioneers in this effort, offering leadership training programs to help promising young people grow as business professionals and association leaders.