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 Rob Lingard, CMM, the Director of Central Services for Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators in Salt Lake City, became IPMA's International President on April 1. He holds a Masters of Business Degree from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communications from the University of Utah. Actively involved in IPMA since 1993, Rob brings to this Presidency great familiarity with the association, its members, the industry and the needs of today's in-plant.
IPMA is "determined to remain a premier resource
for recognition, information, education and certification."
IPMA's Commitment to Members
"IPMA, the only association dedicated to the needs of all segments of the in-plant community, offers members a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, offer solutions and network in a competitive-free environment. We have tremendous strengths as an organization, starting with our member and vendor communities and culminating with a board of directors that is exceptional in both its depth of experience and dedication to the in-plant printing and mail community. We are committed to enhancing our programs and services and to assisting in-plant managers in understanding the changes in technology and management philosophies in the future. As we consider how to act intelligently amid the shifting sands of a difficult economy and an ever changing print/mail environment, we are determined to remain relevant for our members and continue as the premier resource for recognition, information, education and certification."
"We are committed to enhancing our programs and services and to assisting in-plant managers in understanding the changes in technology and management philosophies in the future."
2013 Objectives
"Objectives this year include updating the website and incorporating smart media in our marketing strategy to further improve our ability to communicate with members and facilitate access to important information and networking resources. We also look forward to updating corporate and chapter bylaws to help us remain relevant as a resource, and presenting an excellent education conference in June. We are excited about the future and the direction we are going, so please join us as we move forward and continue to use IPMA services and resources."
Rob Lingard can be reached at rlingard@dmba.com
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