SouthWest Metro Chapter Picnic
by Rosland Park, 4300 West 66th Street in Edina

Thursday, August 19, 2010

We will be ordering box lunches from Jason's Deli. There will be three choices of sandwiches; ham, turkey and veggie, and two choices of bread and an organic wrap. The lunch will include a sandwich, pickle, bag of chips and a cookie. You will need to bring your own beverage of choice, water will be provided, plus seasonal fruit. The cost is $12/person, guests are welcome at the same price. Dinner fees will be collected at the picnic. The cost includes park rental and the box lunch. The parking at Rosland park is free, we are paying for the use of the shelter--barring a full scale storm, we'll proceed rain or shine. The park is located in Edina, east of highway 100, south of highway 62, between Lake Cornelia and the Edina Aquatic Center. Access to the picnic shelter parking area is through the Aquatic Center parking lot off the road to the Edina Art Center. Please register by clicking the link on the front page of the website.

SWM Awards Banquet and Installation of Officers

Thursday, June 17, 2010

“Communication” - Corla Innskeep, Trainer, The Right Staff

SWM Chapter Annual Meeting and Election of Officers

Thursday, May 13, 2010

What's New in Today's Job Search, and How It Affects Your Career
by Joanne Meehl, Career Coach and Author

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Joanne Meehl Career Services She’ll talk about social media such as LinkedIn and Twitter, and their crucial role today, and she’ll address the new dynamic in the workplace that you’ll find in your next job – and even in the one you may now have.

Clutter Control
by Sheila Galligan, Owner/Consultant, Clutter Control MN, LLC

Thursday, March 18, 2010

The average person spends six weeks out of every year searching for misplaced items on their desks, email, in their drawers, and throughout their work space. What would you do with an extra six weeks every year? How about an extra hour each day? Join us for “Clutter Control Your Paperwork” and gain back time, energy, space and money!

Laugh for the Health of It
by Robin Getman of InterACT Group

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Skill Assessments and Learn Plans
by Benchmark Learning, formerly New Horizons of Minnesota

Thursday, January 21, 2010

When is the last time you inventoried your professional skills? If you had the opportunity to grow certain skills, where would you start? If you needed to help another person grow their skills, where would you focus your time? If you had to measure your professional skill growth, could you? Come learn how one education services company incorporates skill assessments into their learning process to help both employed and unemployed professionals in their careers.

Joint MLC Holiday Event at Radisson Inn – Plymouth MN
by TwinCities West Chapter hosting this event

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Additional details to be provided

Weathering the Storm: Managing Difficult Times
by Erin O’Hara Meyer, international trainer, consultant, author, and President of Administrative Excell

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Erin is the author of “Administrative Excellence: Revolutionizing Our Value in the Workplace", published in 2005. Although there are glimmers of hope, current economic conditions are impacting everyone. Whether we are employed or not, it’s hard to stay optimistic when circumstances are uncertain and the future unknown. The good news is, the bad times don’t last forever and organizations need your strengths and skills now more than ever. The program objectives include:
• Identifying the consequences and emotions of change and uncertainty
• Understanding and transitioning through three phases of adversity
• Pooling administrative resources and ideas to contribute to organizational needs
• Proactively developing a plan to support success during challenging times

The Chapter will also sponsor a Silent Auction at this meeting. If you would like to donate any items for the silent auction, please contact Char Wilkinson at 952.933.3424 ca.wilkinson@comcast.net

Career Open House and Vendor Show
by SWMetro Chapter Members and Local Business Vendors

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

This is an opportunity to learn about IAAP and what this organization can do for you and your career. All Administrative Professionals are invited to attend. Please invite your friends and co-workers to attend with you.

Unspoken Rules of the Office
by Sue Morem, author, syndicated columnist and TV guest

Thursday, September 17, 2009

There are unspoken expectations in every workplace; every office has its own protocols, both explicit and implied. While written protocol is easy enough to comprehend, implied protocol is a potential booby-trap for many people. In the presentation, you’ll learn what your employer wants you to know, but is too uncomfortable to say outright. Topics covered will include:
• First impressions
• Inappropriate workplace attire
• Gender differences and realities
• Office romance
• Mixing work and play
• Dealing with difficult people
• Adapting to change, even when it is affecting you
• The office “family”
• Gossip
Sue has created, and been featured in, nine internationally distributed training videos. She has authored five books, and has been writing a weekly workplace advice column for over 15 years.

Potluck & Ice Cream Social @ Kemps! plus a presentation to IAAP WebCommunity
by Barb Tripp, President North Suburban Chapter, IAAP

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Kemps LLC - 1270 Energy Lane, St. Paul MN 55108

Installation of Officers/Awards Banquet
by Debi Cain-Rivord CPS/CAP, Twin Cities West Chapter

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Chapter Annual Meeting /Election of Officers

Thursday, May 14, 2009

How to be a Five Star Negotiator
by Corla Innskeep, Trainer, The Right Staff

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Corla Innskeep, owner of Corla Cre-ates, as over 20 years of experience facilitating adult educational events, and she has traveled extensively to work with large and small organizations throughout the United States. Corla likes to say she has worked in every state except Hawaii!

A seasoned presenter/trainer, Corla has experience working with a wide va-riety of corporations throughout the US. She has worked with over 14,000 high-profile professionals and instructed groups of 10 to 100 major corporations, including Chase Manhattan Bank, Car-gill, Forest Laboratories, Inc., North-west Airlines, British Airways, IM, Amoco, Texaco, Texas Tech University, The Home Depot and Pizza Hut.

Her energetic and motivating style will engage you and produce results.

• Learn the foundation for each nego-tiation process that you can imple-ment with your team, vendors, family and more!
  
• Develop a strategy that will encour-age others to negotiate with you and help you deal with challenges.
  
• Test your skill level with the most valuable negotiating tool—don’t leave home without this!
  
• Learn tips to establish connections so that negotiations can be con-ducted on more collaborative terms.
  
• Learn how to enhance your influ-ence and bargaining power when asking for a raise!

Corla motivates her audiences to make a difference in their workplace and in their lifestyle. Her words to live by: ―Get Ready to Make a Difference!

Open House and Vendor Show

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Getting and Keeping a Great Job During a Recession
by Joanne Meehl, MS, UCDC

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Career coach and author Joanne Meehl will discuss how to turn tough economic times into your window of opportunity, how to adjust your resume for a more competitive environment and how to prevent being on the layoff list. Joanne will also talk about her proprietary process called the Value-Based Job Search©, and how critical it is in our current economic environment to show your value to a potential employer. When people follow her method, they score more interviews and land a great new job sooner, even in these tough times. After attending this meeting, you will look at your own job search approach, especially your resume, very differently than you do now, and make it a lot stronger. Whether or not you are in job search or just getting ready for a search, you will leave with lots of information that will help you. Joanne was a recent guest on KSTP/Channel 5’s Twin Cities Live and KARE11’s News@4 where she was interviewed about her book and today’s job searching. Joanne is the author of The Resume Queen’s Job Search Thesaurus and Career Guide and will have her book available for sale at the chapter meeting.

Records Management
by Cohasset Associates

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Presented by: Cohasset Associates; Carol Stainbrook or Keith Lindsey

Carol, senior consultant with Cohasset Associates since 1984, has over 20 years of consulting experience developing practical records management solutions that are tailored to meet her clients’ unique business needs. She has a thorough understanding of the legal, compliance and business implications of records management. She is a frequent speaker for ARMA International and the Managing Electronic Records conference, as well as presenting internally for her government and corporate clients.

Keith has over 20 years of records management experience with emphasis on the selection and deployment of technology to automate records management processes. He excels in collaborating with business leaders to design solutions to real world records management issues.

Metro Lakes Council Holiday Joint Event

Tuesday, December 09, 2008

Preparing for Retirement & Your 401K
by Lauren Peters, US Bancorp Investing

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Were you curious and scared but opened your last 401K statement anyway? Are you confused about the financial markets and the economy in general? Your questions will be answered at the meeting. Submit any questions you have in advance to Janice.rice@usbank.com for ready answers.

Managing the Global Office
by Mark J. Koplin, Director, IT, Seagate Technology

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Originally from Alexandria, MN, He is the son of a teacher and hospital technologist, Married, father of two (Nathan 6, Henry 3), Wife’s an attorney, Bloomington resident, Graduate of University of Minnesota, and an Electrical Engineering, 1993. Joined Seagate as a Test Engineer in 1993. This led to Seagate IT in 1998. He received an MBA from the University of Minnesota, 1999. His current position is at Seagate IT director, customer B2B responsibility.

Self-Defense for Women!
by Dylan Sirny

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Mr. Sirny will be speaking Self-Defense for Women!, health, stress relief, motivation, and leadership. Chief Instructor Dylan Sirny - began his deeper pursuit of martial arts while in college, and soon became very active practitioner of the martial art of Hwa Rang Do. Hwa Rang Do is a complete martial art, which encompasses all types of martial skill from kicking and punching, joint locks and throws, grappling and submissions, to all kinds of self-defense and weaponry. Mr. Sirny has taught both martial artists and serious instructors, law enforcement and military personnel a wide range of hand-to-hand combat skills and tactics, as well as corporate and community outreach workshops dealing with topics from self-defense, health, stress relief, motivation, and leadership. He is currently a 3rd Degree Black Belt, Director of Public Relations for the World Hwa Rang Do Association, and is the chief instructor and owner of the Hwa Rang Do Minneapolis.

Strategic Planning Meeting / Installation of Officers / Awards

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Chapter Annual Meeting / Election of Officers

Thursday, May 08, 2008

Making the Cut and Staying the Course
by by Judy Zimmer, Certified coach, motivational speaker and author

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Don’t miss this very important and informative meeting which will highlight:

I. “How Change Occurs” Conversation (Thoughts, Language and Practices)

II. A focus on Language and Practices that will provide ways to create less resistance and greater fulfillment as it relates to:

• The review process
• The language of reviews
• Asking for a raise
• Useful resources

III. Powerful Words and Limiting Words Overview

IV. How to put this information into practice.

Expect to walk away from this program with tips and techniques on how to stay ahead of the game when it comes to networking and staying on top of industry changes.

Judy Zimmer is a certified effectiveness coach, motivational speaker and author. Her expertise has developed over the past 18 years while working with leaders in organizations to develop, improve and create unbelievable results.

In the past 10 years, Judy has worked with all levels of employees to coach and mentor them on how to use powerful language to create powerful results. Judy’s clients include leaders at TCF Bank, Target Corporation, Cargill and leaders in small privately-held companies.

Judy provides coaching services through her website, www.Believeitcanhappen.com

Meeting Management
by Bloomington Visitors and Convention Bureau

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Presented by: Jan Toole MacDonald, CTC, CMP, CMM
Sales Manager
Bloomington, MN Convention and Visitors Bureau

In today’s business world, meeting planning is a major responsibility for the administrative assistant. A recent survey stated that administrative assistants spend 35 to 50 percent of their time on meeting planning. To help make our jobs easier, Jan Toole MacDonald will offer the following tips:

o Destination Marketing Organizations (also known as Convention & Visitors Bureaus)
o Why is a DMO a Meeting Planner’s first resource
o The role of the DMO
o Using the DMO as a tool to make your job easier
o Meeting Planning Checklist
o How to make the most of your meeting
o Facility Selection
o Contract Negotiations
o Attrition
o Food and Beverage
o The Value of the Volunteer Experience and how it helps you professionally and personally.

Jan Toole MacDonald joined the BCVB in 2002 as a Sales Manager for the corporate market. Her career began more than 20 years ago as a travel agent for Northwestern Business Travel, which became Carlson Wagonlit Travel in 2006. Jan is the current President of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Minnesota Chapter.

Don’t miss this very important and informative meeting!!

Software Tips & Tricks: focus on Excel
by Mark Slader

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Microsoft Office suite is a powerful tool for the Administrative Professional. Each time you learn something new, you increase your productivity and gain more credibility on the job.

Join Mark Slade, an instructor with New Horizons of Minnesota for a Tips and Tricks session on Microsoft Excel. Examples of included topics are:

• Picking the right chart for your data
• Working with formulas
• Pivot Tables
• Inserting your charts into PowerPoint

Communication
by Lori Spangler, Senior Training Consultant for Deluxe Financial Services

Thursday, January 17, 2008

· What does “Communication” mean to you?
· Does it occur only when you are speaking?
· Or, when someone is listening to you?

Think about great communicators you have known and why they were able to effectively convey their message. At our meeting, we will talk about communication and what you can do to get your message across – each and every time you communicate!

We are happy that Lori Spangler is available to do another program for us this year. Lori has been involved in public speaking for the past 20 years. She is a long-time member of Toastmasters and enjoys getting audiences involved and helping others learn. Lori is currently a Senior Training Consultant for Deluxe Financial Services. Previous to that, she was an Instructional Designer for Aveda.

Lori holds a Masters degree in Training and Development and a Masters degree in Communication.

You won’t want to miss this month’s Chapter meeting!!!

Live Auction and Holiday Social
by Auctioneer: Brenda Shaw (City of Lakes Chapter)

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Team/Trust Building
by Janie Jasin

Thursday, November 15, 2007

“Come To Your Senses”
Sense of Purpose, Sense of Humor, Sense of Well Being

With 28 years of experience on the platform, this dynamic entrepreneur will melt, mold and capture the most diverse audience. From construction to health care from nurses to grocers, Jasin’s style wins hearts and changes complacency to purpose. She is exciting, funny and deeply thought provoking. She will creatively weave your business focus into her message. With the success of her book “The Littlest Christmas Tree”, a tale of growing and becoming, her message of gratitude and acceptance is far reaching.

You won’t want to miss an evening of fun, laughter, and enthusiasm.

South West Metro IAAP Open House & Vendor Show

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Join us at the Crown Plaza Hotel from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be various vendors, information about our chapter, prize drawings, and refreshments.

Building a Reputation of Excellence
by Erin O'Hara Meyer

Thursday, September 20, 2007

Building a Reputation of Excellence, reveals five hallmarks of excellence to increase personal and professional effectiveness. These five characteristics form a Model of Administrative Excellence guaranteed to increase the value and visibility of today’s office professionals. Learn how to engage these characteristics to enhance your performance and to earn respect—the respect you deserve as an employee committed to excellence!

South West Metro IAAP Boat Cruise

Thursday, August 23, 2007

Come join us on the August Fun Event, a cruise on Lake Minnetonka with Paradise Charter Cruises. The boat will depart at 6:00 pm and return at 9:00 pm. The cost is $25.00 per person, food is included in the price but drinks are not.

Please RSVP to:

Jean Allen, President by E-mail at Allen0019@msn.com or call at 612-789-0019

Or

Luanne Jorgensen CPS/CAP, President-Elect by E-mail at luanne.d.jorgenson@seagate.com or call at 952-432-0201

Strategic Planning Meeting / Installation of Officers / Awards Banquet

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Chapter Annual Meeting / Election of Officers

Thursday, May 10, 2007

Administrative Professionals Week

Thursday, April 19, 2007

CPS/CAP recertification points have been applied for.

Making the Cut and Staying the Course
by Judy Zimmer

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

To Be Determined
by Lori Spangler

Thursday, March 15, 2007

Employment Law and Admins

Thursday, February 15, 2007

CPS/CAP recertification points have been applied for.

Tips and Tricks for PowerPoint
by New Horzons

Thursday, January 18, 2007

CPS/CAP recertification points have been applied for.

Holiday Social & Silent Auction

Thursday, December 14, 2006

The Administrative Role from the Executive Position
by Jim Phelps, Executive Director, Seagate Technology

Thursday, November 16, 2006

CPS/CAP recertification points have been applied for.

Open House/Vendor Show

Thursday, October 19, 2006

You Can't Shake Hands With A Clenched Fist
by Cheryl Newman CPS/CAP, Manager, Ground Operations Training and Development, Sun Country Airlines

Thursday, September 21, 2006

CPS/CAP recertification points have been applied for.

SouthWest Metro Installation of Officers

Thursday, June 15, 2006

Awards Banquet
Strategic Planning Meeting

SouthWest Metro Annual Meeting

Thursday, May 18, 2006

Embracing Change
by Barb Greenberg, Author and Speaker

Thursday, April 20, 2006

Celebrating Administrative Professionals Week/Day.

Leadership in the 21st Century
by Lisa Hogan CPS, President-Elect MN-ND-SD Division

Thursday, March 16, 2006

The Professional Advantage - Knowing Yourself, Understanding Others
by Erin O'Hara, PHR

Thursday, February 16, 2006

Estate Planning - Financial Planning and Wills
by Michael J. Smith, Attorney - Larkin Hoffman Daly and Lindgren Ltd

Thursday, January 19, 2006

Humor, Education, Diversity, Teamwork
by Vicki Gee-Treft, an associate of Hutchinson & Associates

Thursday, December 15, 2005

Communication Across Generations
by Val King CPS/CAP, MN-ND-SD Division President

Thursday, November 17, 2005

Open House & Vendor Show

Thursday, October 20, 2005

Memory Training
by Blaine Halverson

Thursday, September 15, 2005

Freedoms Speakers Training.

Blaine will entertain you while inspiring you to perform at peak levels. His program is designed to help you improve your productivity 30-40%.

Strategic Planning Meeting & Installation of 2005-2006 Officers

Thursday, June 16, 2005

Annual Meeting (Members Only)

Thursday, May 19, 2005

In Pursuit of the Common Good
by Sharon Sayles Belton

Thursday, April 21, 2005

Sharon Sayles Belton will talk about highlights of her early days in the anti-violence against women movement, her career on the Minneapolis City Council, and the challenges she encountered as the first woman and African American to be elected mayor of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Sayles Belton’s presentation will include a review of some of the public/private partnerships she spearheaded that resulted in decreasing the crime rate and improving neighborhood livability. During her tenure as mayor, Minneapolis was cited by Governing Magazine as one of the “best managed.” She will talk about her management team and their efforts to ensure greater effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of public services.

Benefits of Chiropractic
by Kurt Hornnes

Thursday, March 17, 2005

Did you know that each day about 10,000 Americans try chiropractic care for the first time? Each of us suffers from some type of ache or pain. It could be a headache, a backache, neck pain etc.

Professional Certification: The Career Advantage
by Lynda Boulay CPS/CAP

Thursday, February 17, 2005

Please join Lynda as she talks about “Professional Certification: The Career Advantage” and “What You Have Gained by Volunteering for a Chapter Position”.

Deskercise!: The Workplace Workout
by Dr. Todd Berntson

Thursday, January 20, 2005

Holiday Social

Thursday, December 16, 2004

Our speaker for the evening will be Joyce Shellhart, founder of Ready for Success. With the holidays just around the corner, Joyce will give us a motivational boost to keep us going! Following this short presentation will be a holiday social & mixer.

Chapter Forming

Thursday, November 18, 2004

At this meeting, all the basics of forming the chapter will be handled. This will include acting chapter officers, acting committee chairs and the chapter name.

Open House/Vendor Show

Thursday, October 21, 2004

This will be the initial open house meeting for this chapter.