
APW Event Summary
The Polaris North Star Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals presents a day of skill-building sessions on critical thinking, social media, and managing chaos.
You should attend if you are:
a motivated administrative professional handling a wider variety of duties or interested in expanding your duties beyond a strictly clerical role;
a progressive Virtual Assistant needing to connect, network and grow your skills;
a committed administrator needing to learn the latest in office trends, culture and technology.
Participants will discover:
How to build and expand your decision-making skills, critical thinking abilities and creative problem-solving skills.
How to use social media to reflect your personal and professional presence; how to turn your knowledge into a money-maker for your employers; and the best practices for Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Tools for getting things done; practical time management techniques and how to make solid business decisions under pressure.
Logistics:
Venue - CLICK HERE TO VISIT: The Conference Center at Northpointe
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Experts and Keynote Speaker:
Melinda Carter - brown bread, llc
Ms. Carter is the president and Founder of brown bread, llc. An attorney with over 19 years experience in minority business program development and implementation, she is uniquely qualified to lead a team of seasoned professionals.
Ms. Carter has a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Ohio University and a Juris Doctorate from Capital University Law Center. Full bio | Website
Tiffany Odutoye - Virtual Partner, LLC
Ms. Odutoye is the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer for Virtual Partner, LLC, which is a Virtual Assistance and Business Management practice. Odutoye is a Social Media Specialist and has enjoyed a diverse administrative career with experience in marketing and business development.
Ms. Odutoye has a Bachelor's degree in Education from the St. Petersburg State University. Full bio | Website
Jayson Gee - Cleveland State University
A coaching veteran with 21 seasons on the bench at just about every level of collegiate basketball, Jayson Gee is in his third season as associate head coach with the Viking basketball program.
Off the court, he serves as the recruiting coordinator, is responsible for putting together the schedule and helps to monitor the academic progress of the players.
Mr. Gee, who earned a bachelor's degree in social science education from Charleston in 1988, received a master's in sport science and administration from Ohio in 2003.
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Organized by IAAP Polaris North Star ChapterIAAP MISSION STATEMENT "ENHANCING THE SUCCESS OF CAREER-MINDED ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH THROUGH EDUCATION, COMMUNITY BUILDING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT"PNS MISSION STATEMENT "THE POLARIS NORTH STAR CHAPTER PROVIDES INFORMATION, EDUCATION AND TRAINING, AND SETS STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE RECOGNIZED IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSION."
http://www.iaappolaris.com
Ticket Info: - IAAP member or student - registration, $50.00
- Group registration (three or more from same organization), $60.00
- Other - Regular registration, $70.00
- VENDOR (w/Lunch), $120.00
- VENDOR (table only), $100.00
Official Website: http://apw2009-upcoming.eventbrite.com