Board Meeting Minutes
CPRS-NS Chapter
Board and National Conference Planning Committee Meeting
April 18, 2008
Centennial Building, Granville St. Halifax
7:30 a.m.
In attendance: Alison Gerrard, Tom Peck, Steve Chase, Kelly MacDonald, Heidi MacDonald, Karen Theriault, Mary Barker, Len Canfield, Ed Murray, Matt Currie, Janet Robertson, Janine Smith, Jim MacLachlan, Brad Burrell, Donna MacIvor, Colleen Logan, Tim Conrad, Tim Dunne, Rebecca Logan, Stephanie Reid, Angela Murray
National Conference
Alison gave a status report on marketing for the conference and noted that now the emphasis is on outreach. Members also received copies of the post cards that had been put together for the event.
Registration goals were discussed. ACTION: Tom to send update Monday. Registration levels were discussed. ACTION: Members to reach out to non-members over the next few weeks and Karen T to send email to non-member PD attendees. The e-mail going to Society Presidents asking them to use their database of non-members was discussed. Tom noted that he had made a presentation to Communications Nova Scotia about a week ago.
Alison noted that she had been in touch with the web representatives across Canada to get postings on their sites, and that Shani Pearson had agreed to put a posting in the next communiqué for Mount alumni.
The official program was discussed and it was agreed that we would proceed with a suggestion to produce a smaller sized program this year (similar to the one used for PEI). ACTION: Drafts to be circulated to the group and Karen D. for quick review. ACTION: The program committee will help with the descriptions and bios. ACTION: Karen D. to send pictures and any remaining sponsor logos. It was also recommended that, if produced in time, a PDF version be placed on the conference web site.
Sponsorship was updated. Display booths were also discussed.
Tom noted that General Hillier's office had confirmed his appearance at the conference and that he hoped to talk with them by phone soon. ACTION: Tim to help script the General's introduction after Tom speaks with Karen D.
Speaker gifts were discussed and some examples provided. It was decided that the program committee will use a budget of $50 per workshop speaker and $130-$150 per keynote speaker.
Brad Burrell of AVW TELAV discussed his company's plans for set-up during the conference. ACTION: Tom to look into who will advise Brad’s group of speaker requirements.
ACTION: Angela and Coleen will meet with Peter Spurway next month and develop scripting and logistics for his role as master of ceremonies.
Cossette Atlantic provided an update on their preparations for the Awards Gala including the Master of Ceremonies and the décor.
Len provided an update on plans for the reception and it's hoped the two former Premiers who are co-chairing the Democracy 250 initiative will be there. There will also be static displays and brochures available.
Barbara Madic and Janet Robertson have volunteered to put together the opening ceremonies, set to begin around 12:30 on Sunday. ACTION: Tom to let Angela know who will introduce Ron James.
ACTION: Colleen to look into music options to provide to Brad for the opening.
ACTION: Cossette Atlantic has offered to produce the video loop for the sponsors and will incorporate the animated version of the conference logo.
An example of the delegate bag was shown to the group and contents were discussed. The group was told that the Atlantic Suite at the hotel is for their use and that will be where the delegate bags will be stuffed. The group also discussed the discount registrations available to committee chairs.
Tom introduced Janine, the NSCC student working on the Conference, and discussed her role. ACTION: Janine will develop a plan to have student volunteers work the conference to act as guides and information sources, as well as collect tickets at the door. ACTION: Cossette to contact Janine with their needs for volunteers for the dinner.
Next Meeting:
It was decided that the next meeting would be in two weeks, for those directly involved in the planning and logistics.
The meeting was adjourned.
Minutes
CPRS-NS Board Meeting
February 29, 2008
Centennial Building, Halifax
7:30 a.m.
In attendance: Tom Peck, Heidi MacDonald, Karen Theriault, Hope Rudolph, Pat Brownlow, Meghan Kelly, Angela Murray, Denise Corra
1. Tom called the meeting to order
2. Portfolio Reports
a. President’s Report
Tom noted that there were34 national applicants to the accreditation program, including three from Nova Scotia. The national ad recognizing APRs appeared in the February 20th edition of the Globe and Mail. Tom also noted that the Awards of Excellence have four new categories- the deadline is March 31. There is still discussion around a national job registry, but there are still issues to work out, including a common notice that would come up on each chapter site, giving them the option of posting nationally, which would mean the submission gets emailed to the entire membership. The RFP for the national website closed February 20 with work to begin in April. Terms of Reference have been developed for a CPRS ombudsman. ACTION: Tom to email TOR to board. Tom also said that National Conference hosting cities have been secured right up to 2012.
Tom also brought to the board’s attention a website called PR in Canada. (princanada.com). Members discussed blogs, listservs and discussion threads. Email and email management was discussed.
A number of local societies give out awards to mentors, CEOs, communicators of the year etc. Tom noted that we are being asked to consider whether we want to do this here. ACTION: Pat to gather information from the other societies about this.
b. National Conference
Our registrations look strong- with a total of 139 meeting the deadline for the extra early bird. The Marketing Committee will be working to reach our goal of 60 more by next deadline of April 18. Organization-specific marketing was discussed. The Marketing Committee will meet something in March to look at non-membership avenues to seek out. ACTION: Hope to pass along information to Tom for potential sponsor.
c. Treasurer
Pat outlined the financial situation, noting that the Board is in good standing. Tom and Meghan discussed the request from the NSCC for sponsorship funds for portfolio day. The Board agreed to provide the same amount as last year.
d. Sponsorship
Pat discussed sponsorship. ACTION: Pat to confirm details with Steve of the web sponsorship agreement.
e. Requests to send things to members such as volunteer opportunities, surveys etc was discussed. The requirement for guidelines was discussed. ACTION: Tom to send email to board asking for input on this issue.
f. Professional Development
Our first PD session of the year is booked for March 13 and it will consist of a three-member panel. It will be titled When Things go Wrong- How to Deal with Media Backlash. A notice is to go out today. The April session will be on maximizing the effectiveness of website, including monitoring and evaluation. Karen noted that she would like another in May on research. Karen also noted that Sarah Goulding has resigned from the board, due to moving to New Brunswick for work.
g. Accreditation
Denise noted that the three Nova Scotia candidates received notice from national regarding their status. One cleared with no reservations, one with reservations (who Denise met with to discuss) and the third was declined. Denise and Cindy will focus on drafts and provide feedback in conjunction with other mentors. Opportunities for promotion during conference were discussed. ACTION: Angela to email Karen Dalton regarding the possibilities.
h. Membership
Hope noted that no new members have been reported by national, however she knows of at least one recent application. The National Membership Committee hasn’t met since January but they are looking for approval of the membership referral program. Hope asked for thoughts on the provision of incentives for referrals of new members. After a discussion, Tom suggested that Hope respond that we support the idea of incentives in principle. ACTION: Hope to respond on behalf of the board.
i. Student Representatives
Meghan inquired about the student strategic planning competition. ACTION: Meghan to contact Sarah and Matt. Meghan also brought forward the concern that students aren’t receiving confirmation of their membership. Student membership was discussed and Tom voiced concern over splitting the membership responsibilities. Meghan volunteered to develop a package for student members. ACTION: Meghan to draft package for students. ACTION: Tom to contact Sarah. Tom asked if members agreed to having a student representative from the CompuCollege program on the board. Members agreed. ACTION: Tom to contact student who put his name forward as a volunteer.
3. Tom noted we have received a letter from Mary Barker as chair of the 60th anniversary committee, asking chapters to put together taped congratulation on the anniversary. They are asking for a short video of 5-10 seconds and we have until March 23. ACTION: Tom to send email to members. Heidi suggested using the next PD session as an opportunity.
4. The meeting was adjourned.
CPRS-NS Board Meeting
January 18, 2008
Centennial Building, Halifax
7:30 a.m.
In attendance: Tom Peck, Heidi MacDonald, Sarah Goulding, Steve Chase, Meghan Kelly, Angela Murray, Pat Brownlow, Cindy Bayers, Mark Sears Gamache, Janet Gallant
1. Tom called the meeting to order
2. Sponsorship was added to the meeting agenda
3. Minutes were reviewed and no action items were present.
4. Portfolio reports
a. President’s Report— Tom noted that the Presidents’ Council last met on November 28. They are still working on a CEO of the Year Award, and on an ombudsman process. They are also looking at national webcasts as part of the Speakers’ Bureau- perhaps to be scheduled on a specific day of the month so as to not conflict with regular PD sessions locally. Tom noted that they are looking for a replacement for the Global Alliance. The next call is on the 23rd.
The Conference Committee has developed Terms of Reference. They are trying to get members to review the conference handbook, but it is very large, so we may have to hire someone to review it. Cindy asked if it could be split into manageable sections and reviewed. Tom noted that this is a good idea and he would propose that.
Tom also noted that we are trying to develop a national job system that compliments the local ones. For most of the locals, it’s a revenue generator. Janet asked what the process is for those who hear of a job opportunity. She was told to send to Pat or to refer them to the website, which now has the info.
b. National Conference—Tom noted the planning team session last Friday with about 30 people in attendance and Phil and Karen D. on the phone from Toronto as well. Program schedule, marketing techniques and student involvement were discussed. Sponsorship was discussed, including leadership of the sponsorship committee. ACTION: Members asked to submit names of people they feel could fill the leadership role.
c. Professional Development—Sarah noted that they are working on the next session for the end of February.
d. Financial—Pat outlined the Treasurer’s report. Pat also met with Karen T. and they decided that he would be the contact for PD registrations. He noted that he will remind folks who haven’t paid that they will have to pay cash at the next session.
e. Sponsorship—Pat outlined the sponsorship report, noting the organizations that are on board and those we are currently negotiating with.
f. Accreditation—Cindy noted that we have three candidates for this year. Denise and Cindy are trying to take a more structured approach to supporting candidates—meeting with them initially to plan out their support for the year.
g. Education—None
h. PR for PR—Rob noted via email that he will have a draft newsletter on Monday featuring the new APR, speed networking session etc.
i. Membership—Hope’s report noted that we have 94 full members currently. She also provided details about the last National Membership Committee held on December 12, including the Student Membership Pilot Project, group memberships, the Member Referral Program, the Member Volunteer Recognition Program, and lapsed member research.
j. Website—Steve noted that the site is working well. ACTION: Steve to contact web representatives to discuss statistics for our site.
k. Student Representatives— ACTION: Interested members to contact Meghan if they would like to participate in the speed networking event on February 6. Mark noted that he is currently seeking his replacement.
5. Gemstone and Volunteer Opportunities— Gemstone issues discussed because if we are going ahead we need to do it now. ACTION: Tom to send email to board re: gemstones. Tom noted that we have a job posting spot on our site, but not one for volunteer opportunities. ACTION: Steve and Tom to look at possibilities on site.
6. Tom thanked everyone for attending and closed the meeting
CPRS-NS Board Meeting
November 9, 2007
Centennial Building, Halifax
7:30 a.m.
In attendance: Jamie Lynn Butt, Meghan Kelly, Allison Gerrard, Mark Sears-Gamache, Roselle Green, Derrick Pieters, Karen Dalton, Mary Barker, Brad Burrell, Cindy Bayers, Steve Chase, Erin Esiyok, Tom Peck, Heidi MacDonald, Angela Murray, Janet Gallant, Sarah Goulding, Karen Theriault, Mark LaVigne, Ed Murray, Len Canfield, Peter Spurway.
1. Tom called the meeting to order
2. Tom introduced the guests at the meeting, Derrick Pieters, National President and Karen Dalton, Executive Director of CPRS National.
National Conference
Angela updated the group on our chapters’ progress in planning the national conference, including the call for proposals for breakout sessions. She noted that we have received 15 so far. Evaluation information from Edmonton was discussed, including increased down time for registrants. Angela and Karen updated on the Tisdale lecture. Keynoted speakers were discussed.
Karen T. asked if there were any subject matter areas that are lacking, if we are looking for submissions. Angela said that we currently have a good variety.
Roselle noted that our brand - sea of change - is a promise and speakers should tie to the brand. Angela noted that is reflected on the form submitters were asked to fill out.
Allison spoke about conference marketing, noting the shift from a focus on promoting at the last conference, to getting ready for this year’s event. Tom noted that the conference web site is now live and that we are trying to come up with incentives for early bird registrants. He also noted that we are going to start getting requests for marketing material. We have already had an email from the PEI chapter requesting materials for an anniversary celebration in December. We will put together a package for them. We will also start promoting the conference at our own PD sessions.
Karen D. suggested providing information for chapter newsletters as they are always looking for material.
Tom spoke about sponsorship, noting that Ron Zima has resigned as chair, due to other obligations. Tom noted that Ron did great work, including the hospitality suite in Edmonton. Tom noted that there was someone on the volunteers-in-waiting list that may be willing to chair and he is following up.
Tom showed the group the advertisement in the membership directory.
Karen D. spoke about organizations sponsoring the event.
Ed asked if anyone went after agencies. Tom responded that we were waiting for Ron to start that process but he has made some approaches and some agencies have approached us.
Karen D. noted that she has contacts for exhibit booths. She also mentioned that a lot of the success comes from what we can find in kind locally.
Jamie spoke about the social committee, noting that the committee wrapped up a couple of months ago. She listed the social events to be held during the conference.
Tom noted that we are looking at developing the opening ceremonies.
Professional Development
A session is being held this afternoon and we have another one booked on November 26 with IABC. We will also hold the holiday social in December and will work on some new sessions in the New Year.
Education/Student Representatives
Erin noted that we have a speed networking event on November 28 with 18 students and 12 practitioners confirmed.
Website
Steve and Tom updated the group on the website.
Membership
Tom noted that membership is fairly stable. Karen D. noted that Edmonton got 17 new members from their conference alone. Membership and conference registration bundle pricing was discussed.
Archivist/60th Anniversary
Mary noted that the 60th committee had two meetings, one with the national committee where they narrowed down all suggestions into three main focus areas which would tie in with the national board’s long term plan for this year; elevate profession, give membership value; having something lasting. It was suggested to develop a PD session utilizing national speakers. They have not gotten national board approval yet.
Mary noted that the directories have first visible logo for 60th.
Event management for the conference gala was discussed.
Karen D. noted that Edmonton had a separate invitation-only pre-reception for award recipients. Feedback noted that the recipients enjoyed that portion.
Accreditation
Cindy noted that they had two candidates do the exam and that they believe that there are three interested for the upcoming year. Denise is going to get a note to membership in case some others are considering prior to deadline.
Mary asked to be involved if there is a separate committee for gala because it presents and opportunity to showcase the 60th anniversary.
Derrick spoke to the group about the focus of CPRS, marketing the profession and national priorities.
3. Tom closed the meeting.
CPRS-NS Chapter
Board Meeting
October 5, 2007
Garden Crest, Halifax
In attendance: Angela Murray, Rob Batherson, Matt Currie, Steve Chase, Hope Rudolph, Pat Brownlow, Erin Esiyok, Sarah Goulding, Heidi MacDonald, Tom Peck, Meghan Kelly.
Regrets: Donna Christopher, Janet Gallant, Denise Corra, Cindy Bayers, Sarah Moses, Mary Barker.
I. Tom called the meeting to order
II. The agenda was accepted with the addition of national board information from Angela.
III. Last meeting’s minutes were approved.
President’s Report
Tom reported that the last conference call was held on September 26 and that they are looking at streamlining all curriculums for PR in Canada. They are also looking at a local society CEO award. Tom also noted that Mount Royal College is the national office custodian for archives and they will start putting the information online. Both the chapter website and the national conference websites are in progress.
Pay also talked about a national job registry. ACTION: Pat to share more information on this with the board.
An online PR agency directory was also discussed.
Professional Development
Leadership of the professional development file was discussed. Angela made a suggestion for a possible candidate. ACTION: Tom to follow up with Angela’s contact. There is the possibility of two sessions for next month. On November 9 the national president will visit. Mark LaVigne, with Hunter LaVigne Communications Inc. will also be coming. He is part of the national board and has written book on media relations. ACTION: Pat to contact both Karen Dalton and Karen Wenus
We have also been asked to co-host a session with IABC possibly during the last week in November on media measurement.
Pat asked whether we should be copying the board on our correspondence, in order to keep everyone in the loop, especially PR for PR. Members agreed. ACTION: Members to copy board on appropriate correspondence.
Sarah G. also volunteered to help out with PD.
Website
Steve noted that they had cleaned up the web content. The cost for the new website was discussed. Steve met with Tom and went through the site page by page. There are a few minor changes to come. The “About Us” section was discussed. ACTION: Tom to contact Mary about the 45th anniversary publication to see if we can use some if its content here. A link for more benefits under membership was also suggestion. A note promoting the national members area/directory was also suggested. ACTION: Steve to make these changes.
Pat also suggested going in to make sure that our information is correct in the national member area.
ACTION: When event details become available, members let Steve know so he can post the information
We are close to launching the conference site as well. Tom noted that it would be nice to promote them both together.
ACTION: Tom to give Pat link to sponsor page to confirm content.
ACTION: Steve to arrange admin access for Heidi.
Minutes on the site were discussed, as well as how long they should stay up.
Treasurer
Pat discussed the current financial situation. The membership to the Halifax Chamber of Commerce was discussed. Members suggested not renewing this membership this year. The cost for PD sessions was discussed. Karen from the Westin will get back to Pat, as there is going to be an increased meal charge. This has to go in the sponsorship agreement. Prices charged for sessions, and for students in particular, were discussed.
PR for PR
Advertising through the Chronicle Herald was discussed. Posting recognition ads on the web was discussed, as sponsorship through the paper only covers event advertisements.
Sponsorship
Pat reported on the sponsorship file, noting that the Chronicle Herald is on board until the end of December. ACTION: Pat to follow up. Pat also noted that AVW Tel-Av is on board for sponsorship, the same as last year. All Points Medic is also back. The Westin is back with the exception of the changed meal charge. Pat has approached Precision Photography and they are thinking about it. W3’s sponsorship was discussed. Dana Grant for graphics was discussed. ACTION: Pat to ask whether she wants to stay on board as a sponsor. CNW is back on board as well.
The newsletter was discussed.
ACTION: Angela to go in to web page and check the PD series site to assist with the list of past sessions.
Accreditation
Tom spoke about accreditation on behalf of Denise.
Education
Matt noted that they are making presentations at the NSCC and MSVU. We have a new NSCC rep and Erin is working on trying to find another rep from MSVU. Matt noted that they had started a Facebook group for student members. There are about 25 members of the group so far. ACTION: Hope to join as well and invite more people to join. Matt noted that they will be recruiting soon for speed dating. A board meet and greet possibility was discussed. Speed dating at the schools was also discussed.
Tom noted the need to focus on student membership in the about us section of the site. Student involvement was discussed.
Matt noted that the MSVU yearbook is under way and they wondered if we wanted to take out an ad. Pat suggested we do it. ACTION: Pat to talk to Rob.
Alumni magazines were discussed. ACTION: Pat to check into this.
Compu College’s program was discussed. ACTION: Tom and Angela to make an appointment and go down to talk to them. Angela suggested it might be good if national could meet with them as well.
Student Representatives
Erin noted that we had a presence at the back to school booth at MSVU and that a list was also created at this event. She suggested a generic email we send people when they show interest. She also suggested an event on campus geared at first and second year students, as it is less likely that they will attend events off campus. Professors as champions were discussed. ACTION: Matt to try and meet with some of the professors when they go to MSVU next week.
Hope suggested student focus groups to see if we are offering is what students need. Tom suggested making this part of the overall speed dating event.
Membership
Hope noted that there are four new members over the last two months and that three of those are from the NSLC. On September 13 she participated in a conference call with the national membership committee. They discussed the national membership survey and the possibility of a lapsed member survey. New programs were also discussed such as group membership, national student memberships. ACTION: Hope to covey board concerns and suggest that these programs not be a national requirement. They are also looking at volunteer recognition for members and the possibility of a membership referral program.
National Conference
Tom noted that everything is in order for the national conference. When new membership directory comes out end of this month it will have our ad in it. Pat suggested using our sponsorship for the Chronicle Herald to run this same ad, since it’s an event.
IV. New Business: The use of a generic email was discussed. ACTION: Tom and Steve to look into where the generic email (info@cprsns.com) has been advertised. ACTION: Heidi to send any emails she receives to Tom.
Templates for reports were discussed.
We’ve been asked again this year to participate in the BioNova life sciences scrum contest. There is only one winner this year. They are asking for a CPRS student membership and a student ticket to the conference. We will provide both and try to promote the event.
Angela suggested promoting the conference to co-op employers.
Angela spoke about the national board and shared a power point from the AGM in Edmonton. ACTION: Angela to arrange posting the power point on the website with Steve.
V. Pat moved that we adjourn. The motion was carried.
VI. Next Meeting: November 9, 2007 at 7:30 a.m. at the Centennial Building, 1660 Hollis Street 6th Floor.
CPRS-NS Chapter
Operational Planning Meeting
August 23, 2007
Brightwood Golf and Country Club, Dartmouth
In attendance: Sarah Moses, Matt Currie, Steve Chase, Cindy Bayers, Hope Rudolph, Tom Peck, Mary Barker, Heidi MacDonald, Denise Corra, Angela Murray, Pat Brownlow
Regrets: Donna Christopher, Rob Batherson, Janet Gallant
National Conference/Professional Development:
Tom called the meeting to order, explained meeting procedures and discussed currently vacant positions on the board, specifically the professional development file. He noted that Pat has volunteered to continue his role in registration assistance, and will also assist with sponsorship. Tom noted that we still need an individual to assist Donna with professional development. The number of PD sessions to be offered was also discussed, given the time required to dedicate to planning the national conference. Angela noted that the national speakers' bureau is also available for our use, and Nova Scotia was the first chapter to make use of it last year. Pat suggested we should have at least three PD sessions.
Tom noted that he will be drafting a message for the website outlining this year�s situation.
General:
Tom discussed the new website noting it will be easier to post and edit content and images.
Student representatives were discussed. Sarah noted that Erin will be the representative for Mount Saint Vincent and she will recruit a second for the overlap. Sarah is currently investigating Compu College and NSCC.
Tom asked whether any members require a co-chair. Web was discussed but doesn�t believe one will be needed, as Steve, Tom and Heidi will have access.
Website:
Steve noted that he and Tom had been shown the new website and were instructed on updating content. Tom would like to include photos of board members to help our membership connect names to faces.
ACTION: Members to send bios or updated bios, as well as head and shoulders picture to Steve by August 31st. Steve expressed interest in a plan to secure updates to content.
The electronic newsletter was discussed and Tom noted this format is not very widely used anymore. He suggested sending an email instead, driving readers back to the web site. Distribution was discussed and Heidi suggested an as-needed basis. Each portfolio will be providing new content as it becomes available.
ACTION: Steve to investigate web statistics capability with the new site.
Feedback was discussed. Distribution of email was discussed.
ACTION: Tom to discuss with Janet at CNW.
Pat discussed the payment required for posting job opportunities.
ACTION: Steve to advise Pat if posting opportunities come up.
Posting benefits for members was discussed.
ACTION: Steve to look at site and determine content.
Pat discussed registration for PD. He said that when emails were sent directly to him it worked well, however the online submission page didn't work so well.
Membership:
Hope discussed the membership portfolio, outlining the five priorities that she has set out for this year. Profiling individual members on the web site was discussed.
Advertisements and promotions acknowledging members and award winners was discussed. Taking new board members to lunch was also discussed- this was a practice in the past. Pins for members were also discussed.
Accreditation:
Denise noted that they are getting set for the written and oral exams in October- taking place at Dal. Two candidates will take the test for certain, possibly four. The accreditation representatives are providing support to these candidates.
December 1st is the application deadline for next year and Denise noted that they are looking to position candidates for success. They will continue with the brochure and hope to add a presentation at the end of a PD session, if possible. Denise noted that they will stay in close contact with national accreditation representatives so we are consistent in providing the services candidates need.
Education:
Sarah and Matt discussed the education portfolio and Sarah noted that the majority of the priorities are the same this year with the possible addition of Compu College. Sarah also noted that having Matt on board as a former student member will create an even closer relationship with the student reps.
Archivist:
Mary noted that there have been no new developments since her last report. She said some meetings will take place in the near future and that this is a long term initiative. Tom discussed archive storage. Heidi discussed the importance of filing reports and other documents so they can be archived.
Treasurer
Pat discussed the financial situation. What he would like to be able to do this year is show how much we have made on each event. He is still investigating this. The amount charged for a PD session was discussed. Sponsorship was discussed. Pat is prepared to assist with sponsorship. Tom is looking into getting a former board member to serve again in this capacity as co-chair. Pat discussed current sponsorships and encouraging our members to use these sponsors. Tom raised the issue of ensuring that sponsors are aware of any recognition we give them.
National Conference (2):
Tom discussed the success of the Halifax promotion at the 2007 national conference in Edmonton. Now we start marketing- including through PRSA chapters in Eastern USA. We will also have a full page colour promotion in the 2007 CPRS membership directory.
Tom noted that previous conference evaluations suggest delegates want some down time during the conference and the 2008 conference schedule will allow for more break and personal time between events. Tom noted that all information about the conference will also be sent to the board. At the last planning committee meeting, it was suggested that a separate marketing initiative should be in place for Ron James. We can hold up to 450 people- so individual tickets can be marketed. Pat will speak with Shelly Murphy at NSCC about student involvement in conference.
Tom adjourned the meeting.
Next meeting: October 5, 2007
