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 A Message from our President, Jim Carty CSP
 Speaking of Impact
This month, in cooperation with three other local professional associations, CAPS Ottawa was able to raise over $5000 towards the fulfillment of a young child's wish. This is the second time that we have been able to use our collective skills and resources in support of Make-A-Wish Eastern Ontario.
A trainer and consultant shared with me recently how she invited a dozen of her colleagues to voluntarily brainstorm around the needs of a local non-profit centre in need of assistance. In the end, the centre was provided with ideas and solutions which, if implemented, could remove a key roadblock to the organization's future growth and success. Solutions they may never have attained considering their current financial condition.
While speaking with a client of one of our members, I was told about new levels of clarity and confidence achieved in regards to her business development. This breakthrough resulted from a conversation over a cup of coffee which started simply with a genuine, "How are things going?"
As professional speakers and trainers, consultants and coaches, our members are often recognized for the impact made at the corporate level: "Our company was turned around..."; "Our revenues went up by..."; "The conference speaker was so good...".
These accolades and testimonies, while gratifying, often don't tell the whole story. During my years as a CAPS Chapter Board member, and even more so as a Chapter President, I have had opportunity to hear the stories of a CAPS member making an impact in ways which don't always 'make the headlines'.
Oddly enough, while these efforts may not make you the same amount of money as some of your other activities, they do make you richer in every sense of the word.
On behalf of those you serve when you are not on the platform or in front of your audiences, "Thank you for your impact."
Gratefully, Jim CartyPresident 2009
CAPS Ottawa Chapter
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PAO Golf Tournament - A SUCCESS! It was a privilege to Chair the 2nd PAO Annual Charity Golf Tournament. This event did not happen without the combined efforts of many and with those efforts we were able to raise over $6,000.00 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern Ontario... An outstanding result when you consider the character building moments our economy gave us this year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors, Documents Etcetera, Creative Unity, JJ Communications, Investors Group and Beneficium, in addition to all of the companies and individuals who donated prizes towards our silent and live auction. The Meadows Golf & Country Club were an excellent host for this event, the course was fantastic and all last minute challenges were taken care of with great professionalism. I was however surprised to see a police officer with his bike on the course, even more surprised when he gave me a ticket for speeding. When I tried talking my way out of the ticket (mimicking his British accent... Not a good thing to do by the way, as he was Irish) he increased the ticket to 10 pounds... All for the cause! The MC for the evening was our very own Michael Hughes... What an outstanding job he did, keeping the evening light, fun and on track... Thank you INDEED Michael you really came through and the pie was to die for! In closing I would like to thank all the golfers who took the time to play some golf or a version of it (as did Jim Carty), network and support a great cause. I hope you all enjoyed your day with us and take pleasure that you had a part in making a wish come true for a child. Please keep us in mind for next year and let us know how we can build from this year's successful event. Jean (JJ) Brun
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Coming this fall!
Contribute to the CAPS Foundation and take home a great book at the same time! Janet Stewart-Lussier has collected dozens of relevant business books, donated by CAPS Ottawa Members. At the fall meetings, you'll be able to purchase raffle tickets and potentially take home one (or more) of these for a fraction of the cover value. All of the proceeds raised from these raffles will be donated to the CAPS Foundation on behalf of the Ottawa Chapter.
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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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Make Your Life a Masterpiece -
What Got You Here, Won't Get You There!
Grow your Expertise, Grow your Business, Grow your Wealth
with Peter Legge O.B.C. CSP CPAE HoF
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm (All day event)
Location: To be announced
Join us on October 3, 2009 to hear Peter talk about "Make Your Life A Masterpiece - What Got You Here, Won't Get You There!"
Creating and growing wealth takes courage and the belief that you have a gift to offer world. It takes self-mastery, and a winning attitude! Peter Legge is a masterful leader in business an in life. He is the best-selling author of 12 books including "Make Your Life a Masterpiece" and is an internationally sought after professional speaker. Learn how your distinctive style and one of a kind experience is the key to being the master of your own destiny and moving your life and your business forward to a whole new level.
Join us to find out how Peter did it and how you can achieve the same remarkable success. Learn the secrets to help you make your own life a masterpiece.
Cost: $59 members
Cancellation policy
Refunds will not be provided for cancellations received within 7 working days of the event. Cancellations received prior to this period will be subject to a $10 administration fee. Substitutions are allowed at any time.
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Annual Sponsors' Corner
Beneficium's Focus on Finances
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1-613-843-7377
Last month we discussed Individual Pension Plan (IPP) as a retirement planning option, this month we'll explore Retirement Compensation Arrangement (RCA).
As these programs are complex in nature, they require an in-depth understanding of your financial circumstance; therefore, a detailed financial review is highly recommended in order for us to determine if these are appropriate for your situation.
Please call us to set up a preliminary appointment, so we can determine if you would qualify for such an arrangement, if not, what alternative program may be best suited for you.
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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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| CAPS Ottawa Secetariat
c/o Documents Etcetera
200 - 435 St. Laurent Blvd
OTTAWA ON K1K 2Z8
Tel. 613-749-5975
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