2004 Annual Management Conference

7:30 - 8:30	Registration Continental Breakfast Visit Exhibits
8:30 - 10:00	General Session The Association Of The Future: The World is Changing and so is the Association Business C. Wayne Mitchell Take an entertaining look into the future of the association management business and the possible changes we face. What will our members want from us? How will an Association function in the future? Will technology replace Association CEOs and staff (some would say that they do today)? Will we be down to one giant Association serving a single organization?
10:00 - 10:30	Coffee Break / Visit Exhibits
10:30 - 12:00	Breakout Sessions MEMBERSHIP TRACK Would I Buy a Membership from this Organization? C. Wayne Mitchell This program explores the many items that prospective members think about when considering a membership in a particular association. The workshop will explore association relevance, the importance of providing the product you promise, and the role of research and data collection in attracting and retaining your members. LEGAL TRACK Issues in Associations - What Should I Have a Lawyer Review? Samuel J. Erokonen This workshop will educate participants on the legal issues that most frequently occur in not-forprofit, tax-exempt associations. Included will be discussions on how to use legal counsel and how to identify potential legal problem areas within the organization.
12:00 - 1:00	Lunch / Exhibits
1:00 - 2:30	Breakout Sessions MEMBERSHIP TRACK Membership Success Stories from the Real World A Panel Discussion Your colleagues will present membership recruitment and retention ideas and strategies that work for their organization. LEGAL TRACK Liability and Risk Management Samuel J. Erkonen There are a myriad of situations in which your organization might be found legally and financially responsible. Examine common areas of risk for nonprofit membership organizations and discuss steps that can help manage liability risk. This session will also address law issues in the area of technology.