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The IAAP Theme this year is Power of Commitment. What does it really mean? To commit is defined as: to bind, as in a promise or pledge. Power is defined as the ability to produce an effect. Thus the theme is a pledge to move forward until success is achieved.  Read On.....

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APD Publicity Fact Sheet

If your chapter needs help with press releases for Administrative Professionals Day, try this APD fact sheet.

APD Publicity Fact Sheet

APD Video Contest

Enter our Administrative Professionals Day contest! Win a registration to EFAM, hotel and airfare AND two Red Sox tickets!

APD Video Contest

February Connections

The current edition of the member newsletter, Connections, is now online.

February Connections

From the IAAP President

February President's Message

By: Susan Shamali Feb 22, 2010 5:39 PM

It It's February and in the accounting world, busy season is in full swing! In fact, between work... more

IL Division News

  • The Lake County Chapter would love to see you at their APW event on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the Arboretum Club in Buffalo Grove, IL. Click here to view more information on their chapter site.
  • The Greater O'Hare Chapter invites you to their Annual Luncheon and Fashion Showon Saturday, April 24, 2010 at the Belvedere Banquets in Elk Grove Village.
  • Registration is now open for the Illinois Division Annual Meeting which will be held on April 30 to May 2, 2010. Click the link above to view details and register.
  • The Illinois Division has proposed by-laws that will be voted on at the upcoming 2010 IDAM meeting. To review the proposed by-laws, please visit the IL Division Website here.
February-March IL Division Newsletter is ready to view! Read up on what is happening in our IL Division here!

Chicago Lake Shore Chapter News

  • It's Nomination Time! Consider stepping outside your comfort zone and become a leader of our CLSC Chapter. For more information on the nomination process, please click here.
    Nomination Deadline is Friday, March 19th.

  • March 25th Chapter Meeting:         Join us for our next monthly meeting where we will focus on finding balace as we juggle it all. Objectives will include resolving productivity challenges, getting more done in less time, having more quality time to enjoy your personal life and much more. Registration Deadline is Monday, March 22nd.

    Let us buy you dinner in March! Members who bring a guest to the March Chapter Meeting will be entered into the Presidential Award drawing and be eligible for a FREE dinner at the next regular meeting. So invite your friends and co-workers today! 
  • Join in the March Madness! The Retirement Trust Foundation (RTF) is having a district-wide fundraising contest for the Family of Givers (FoG) Program. Learn how to support these fundraising efforts and help us to become the final winner of this contest (which will be announced at the upcoming 2010 Illinois EFAM Meeting) by donating now. 
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    Love the one you're with VIP Pass!         General admission may suit some but VIP tickets are always best. Hard Rock Hotel VIP program caters to those in the know and is awarding 2 prizes daily so rock on for more details.
  • Plan now to attend the 22nd Annual Adminstrative Professional's Day Luncheon on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at the University Club of Chicago. To learn more and register for this event, click on our APD Luncheon page. The APD Committee is also seeking door prize donations for the raffle. Click here for more information.
  • The 2010 EFAM Host, Greater Boston Chapter is selling Power of Commitment Pins. Pins are $5 each. To purchase your pin today, click here.
  • Now is your chance to recognize an Administrative Hero! Recommend someone for the OfficeTeam Administrative Excellence Award. Deadline is quickly approaching (April 30, 2010) so nominate your hero today.
  • To date, our chapter has supported the RTF with our Silent Auction in November that raised $461, and over $50 in our CLSC Power of Commitment to RTF (loose change collection). There will be another chance to donate to the RTF Collection at our March meeting. Be sure to gather your loose change, cash or a personal check and contribute what you can. To learn more about the Retirement Trust Foundation, click here.
  • Looking for a Job? Check out our most recent job opportunities today! Also, if you know of any job openings that you'd like to post to the CLSC web site, please forward the details to Marti Smith.
  • The CLSC Member Directory has now been updated. Click here to view/print the directory. You will need to use your member log on for access.
  • Missed the February Chapter Meeting? Take a moment to review the presentation by Tom Brean of Grant Thornton which entails helpful hints if you are interested in joining a board.

    You can also read up on what happened at the meeting by viewing the chapter minutes.

  • February's     Treasurers Report is available now.      You must "log in" to access this report.
  • February Chicago Lake Shore Breezes Newsletter is hot off the press. Take a moment to catch up about what is happening in our chapter and with our members.

Thinking about joining?

  • Find out why it is important to be a part of IAAP (as well as a member of the Chicago Lake Shore Chapter). Make an investment in your professional future today!

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  • Would you like to add content, suggest website additions/changes or submit photos? Then
    e-mail Marti Smith or call her at 312-424-1139. 
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