Greetings Balloon Industry Members,
The IBA provides support for you in your business efforts with research on critical issues, professional development and up to date information about the industry. Please read on to learn more about the issues that are affecting our industry today and where to go for answers to your business needs on the IBA Website.
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Helium Shortage to be Addressed at the IBA State of the Industry Breakfast
IBA will host the State of the Industry Breakfast on Monday, March 17, 2008, Rm 304/305, in the Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV. This meeting is designed to accommodate members of the balloon and party goods industry while attending the Halloween, Costume and Party Show, March 16-19th. Our featured speaker, Phil Kornbluth, is acknowledged as one of the world's leading experts in the helium business. Phil is currently employed by Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. as Executive Vice President, Global Helium, based in Basking Ridge, NJ. In this role, he has responsibility for managing the global helium business of Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation (TNSC), the leading Japanese industrial gas supplier and one of only six companies worldwide who controls its own helium sources. Prior to joining TNSC, Phil was employed by The BOC Group, plc for over 25 years. At BOC, Phil worked in BOC's helium business for 23 years and had management responsibility for BOC's global helium business for approximately eight years before joining Matheson Tri-Gas. BOC was the co-leader in the worldwide helium market prior to its acquisition by Linde AG in 2006. Phil has a BS in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of PA and an MBA from Rider University.
Phil's presentation will cover these questions:
- Where does helium come from?
- What caused the shortage of supply?
- What is the helium industry doing about the shortage?
- When is the helium shortage expected to end?
Phil will be on hand for Questions and Discussion following his presentation.
Registration fees for IBA Members - $20
Registration fees for Non-Members - $35
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Professional Development Resources
In keeping with the ideals and mission of the IBA, there are several resources available for professional development on the IBA Web site.
Curriculum Survey - Fill out a form to describe a class that you need to further your professional education.
New Article:
How to Stop Giving Profits Away by Art Sobczak
New Products - A guide to new and innovative balloon industry products. |
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Join IBA Today
IBA Membership Dues payment is as easy as a click away. SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT with a credit card is now available. Easy, secure, and no check to write or form to fill out and fax. Your emailed receipt will confirm your membership payment.
Membership Categories and Dues are as follows:
- Associate Member(Retail/Decor/Entertainer)-$149 Annual
- Distributor Member - $450 Annual
- Accessories Manufacturer - $700 Annual
- Balloon Manufacturer - $1500 Annual
Annual membership runs from Jan 1st - Dec 31st
Application Forms are also available:
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What do you need? Please contact the IBA at 866-413-7358 or Email Marty@IBAonline.net to tell us how to make the IBA a more valuable tool for you.
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Sincerely,
Marty Fish - IBA Executive Director
International Balloon Association
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Helium Distributor Coalition Meeting Announced
Following the IBA State of the Industry Breakfast on Monday, March 17, 2008, a meeting will be held for balloon industry members who distribute helium. This networking opportunity is designed to provide connectivity and create a
support channel to share resources and information when needed.
The meeting will begin at 9:00 AM, directly following presentation and Q&A with our guest speaker, Phil Kornbluth.
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SEMINAR SERIES ANNOUNCED
 TransWorld Exhibits announces a new Seminar Series to be held at the Halloween, Costume and Party Show, Sunday, March 16th and Monday, March 17th, 2008, in Las Vegas, NV. Enjoy new session formats, speakers and topics. Whether you're new to the industry or a veteran looking for ways to infuse fresh ideas into your established shop, these sessions will inform and excite, and include ways to send money directly to your bottom line!
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Where the Winners Meet: Why Happier, More Successful People Gravitate Toward Associations
A January 2008 report to the William E. Smith Institute for Association Research reveals that on average, association members are more successful than non-members. Using new national survey data, associations are found to provide a critical venue for successful people in a profession or industry to access resources, identify themselves, network with their peers, and form mutually beneficial communities. The data show that associations are where the winners meet.
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Your Support is Needed
The IBA is organized to educate, inform and serve as a resource for its members.
As challenges in this industry come and go, support for the IBA is needed to keep the voice for the industry alive and well.
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REMINDER
Members are encouraged to add the IBA logo to their Web site
Illustrate your involvement and reciprocity with a professional trade group.
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