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 A Message from our President, Jim Carty CSP
2009 Part II
It is amazing to think that we are in the second half of 2009. I was told by a past chapter President that the year would go quicker than expected. (Talk about an understatement.)
The CAPS Ottawa board, and in particular our Programming Chair Ruth Sirman, are working diligently to finalize the details for our remaining 2009 events. Some of the highlights include our Speaker Symposium in October featuring Hall of Fame inductee Peter Legge, as well as the return this fall of our Silent Auction, in support of the CAPS Foundation.
Right around the corner, in August, is the Professional Associations of Ottawa charity golf tournament. In cooperation with three other local associations, CAPS Ottawa will be supporting Make-A-Wish Eastern Ontario in fulfilling another child's wish this year.
During the first half of the year, many members told me about the changes they made in order to adapt. Things like the economy and how many organizations are working to be 'green' have forced our business models and/or methods to be adjusted.
As our Chapter continues to look for ways to provide value to our members, adjustments and adaptations to our methods must also be developed. We will continue to revise ouir plans as we refine our vision. Any insights or ideas that you have to improve CAPS would be of interest to me.
Thanks for your help with this.
Regards, Jim CartyPresident 2009
CAPS Ottawa Chapter
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Coming in August
Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament
in support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation
August 12, 2009
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 Schedule: 10:30am - Registration, Putting contest 12:00pm - Shot-gun start 5:00pm - Networking 6:00pm Dinner, prizes, Silent Auction Location: The Meadows Golf & Country Club, 4335 Hawthorne Road, Gloucester, Ontario K1G 3N4
(Open until August 7, 2009)
Bid on these exciting auction items...
- 2 Season Tickets & Knapsack Style Adult Hockey Bag valued at $1,000 (courtesy of Ottawa 67's)
- Networking for Results new Economy Productivity Pack $250 (courtesy of Michael Hughes)
- Montreal Canadians Jerseys Signed by Jean Beliveau $500 (courtesy of Make-A-Wish)
- Personal Financial Plan Gift Certificate $1,500 (courtesy of Beneficium)
- And many more!
....TO MAKE A CHILD'S WISH COME TRUE!
Helping a great cause, networking AND having fun has never been easier as four of Ottawa's leading professional associations have joined forces to make this the Golf Event of the Summer! This is your day to make great new contacts and pick up some amazing gifts and prizes while helping make a child's wish come true. A *Wish* (worth $7000) will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern Ontario.
Fee:
Tournament and Dinner (Individual Registration): $150
Tournament and Dinner (Foursome Registration): $600
Dinner Only - $35 per person
The Four Professional Associations of Ottawa who are part of this Event are: CAPS - Canadian Association of Professional Speakers - Ottawa Chapter SPO - Sales Professionals of Ottawa IAAP - International Association of Administrative Professionals - Ottawa Chapter ICF - International Coach Federation - Ottawa Chapter
Event Sponsors:
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Coming up in September
Use video to engage and enlighten potential clients!
September 12, 2009
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2009 Time: 9:00am - 11:30am Location: The Country Inn and Suites - 578 Terry Fox Dr. - 613 599 7767 Video is the most believable and demonstrative medium available (TVB Canada) and will be sure to garner attention when it is incorporated into your website. Join us this Fall for an opportunity to create your own personalized Speaker's Promotional Video.
Click here to view the video that Rowan Ramsay created for our very own Chapter Member, Cheryl-Ann Webster.
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Stay tuned for more details!
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Annual Sponsors' Corner
Beneficium's Focus on Finances
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1-613-843-7377
Don't forget that CAPS members qualify for:
- a complimentary financial plan (Personal & Corporate)
- reduced set up fee for a Health Spending Acccount
Next month we will explore Retirement Compensation Arrangements (RCA).
Creative Unity Ad-vantages
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Dealing with the Downs
They say that marketing and advertising in a down economy is slow, but others say that it's the best time to get ahead of your competition (In fact, I've said that). But what do you do when there's no budget, no time and a down attitude to boot? Sales may be slow, and the phone doesn't ring, what do you do?
How many free marketing techniques can you think of off the top of your head? And what market are you looking for? Some of the great things I've seen recently are Youtube videos that have a global reach. They can be funny or serious but when done well they get around. Talk to your local medias and see if they are looking for some filler in their editorial section. Summer is a great time for community events. Get involved in something and talk to people. Everyone has been taking advantage of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and a range of other social medias. Have you taken a chance to learn about them? Even if you're feeling a pinch, learning about what's out there, and making connections that may not be sales today, can result in a connections that turn into business for a long time to come.
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CAPS Library
CAPS Ottawa members are welcome to contact Evelyn Budd if you wish to check out available cds or books (maximum 4 per person) between meetings.
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| Upcoming Events from our Partner Organizations
Women's Business Network of Ottawa (WBN)
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News from CAPS National
Join us for the 2009 CAPS Convention that will take place in Calgary on December 6-8, 2009.
Need to call the national office? Now you can do it toll free!
CAPS National new toll-free number is 1-877-847-3350
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About CAPS
CAPS Vision is: To be the association of choice for experts who speak professionally
CAPS Mission is: To raise the profile and professionalism of our members
CAPS Values: Connection, Continuous Improvement and Professionalism
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c/o Documents Etcetera
200 - 435 St. Laurent Blvd
OTTAWA ON K1K 2Z8
Tel. 613-749-5975
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