And, you have expectations for NYSAE. In order to achieve your objective, your leadership, direction and effort is requested, wanted and needed Help NYSAE give you more of what you want and need...step forward to give value added...and most important...join in the effort to exceed expectations.

Consider volunteering to serve on a committee. In May of each year all members receive an invitation from NYSAE's Chair-Elect to join one of the following committees:

Chair:
David Teisler, CAE
Director of Publications
Association For Behavorial and Cognitive Therapies

Vice Chair:
Mimi Eckert, CAE
Executive Director
American Board of Spine Surgery

Description:
Develops categories and criteria for awards to be presented by NYSAE. Actively seeks recommendations from members for the various awards and recommends awardees to the Board. Identifies qualified members and determines recipients for Continuing Education Grants & Professional Recognition Awards. (Meets 3-4 times per year.)

Chair:
Marc Ian Tobias, CAE, CMP
Vice President of Operations
Americans for the Arts

Vice Chair:
Daryl G. Grecich, CAE
Director, Marketing & Programs Strategy
International Trademark Association

Description:
Conducts study course for NYSAE members planning to take the Certified Association Executive examination given by the American Society of Association Executives. Prepares course outline, selects faculty and conducts classes in association/not-for profit management covering the subjects to be included in the CAE examination.

Conducts special program for NYSAE CAE members to assist them with their recertification scheduled during the months of March & April by the committee.

Committee members must be Certified Association Executives.

Works closely with the Education Committee. (Meets 6 times per year.)

Chair:
Michael Cummings
Business Development Manager
The Kellen Company

Vice Chair:
James E. Rocco
Principal
James E. Rocco Associates

Description:
Determines the educational needs of members and potential members and provides opportunities to address those needs. The committee, which includes the chairpersons of the Technology and CAE Career Enrichment Committees, is responsible for determining the vision for educational efforts, providing oversight of allied committees in program design and implementation and identifying and addressing any shortcomings in educational efforts. (Meets 6-8 times per year)

Chair:
Judy Sanford Guise, MSW, CAE

Vice Chair:
Holly J. Koenig
Vice President
The Kellen Company

Description:
Steadily increases the membership of NYSAE with an emphasis on expanding participation of association executives, managers and CEOs in not-for-profit organizations.

Attracts and retains a membership with emphasis on diversity by ethnicity, race, and religion.

Assures that all members feel welcome. (Meets 4-6 times per year.)

Chair:
Robert O. Lehrman, J.D.
Special Counsel
Hundred Year Association of NY

Vice Chair:
Joseph P. Benincasa
Executive Director
The Actors' Fund of America

Description:
Under the direction and with approval of the Board this committee will identify issues of importance to NYSAE members and their organizations and involve them in advocacy issues.

In addition, individual members of the committee may be asked to help develop and maintain relationships necessary to be an influential leader in decisions that impact our profession.

Committee Members may also be asked to contribute to the development of the New York Metropolitan area in order to make it a viable place for organizations to do business. (Meets 2-3 times per year.)

Chair:
Christine Grady

Vice Chair:
Robert H. Lane, Ph.D.
Principal
Lane Services

Description:
Helps members develop and expand their knowledge of available or emerging productivity tools and services related to: (1) management information systems; (2) communication technologies; and (3) office automation. Provides members with general guidance for both specific tools and overall systems and related methodologies. (Meets 3-4 times per year.)

Chair:
Elizabeth Maisonet
Director, Global Accounts
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts / Raffles Hotels & Resorts / Swissotel Hotels & Resorts

Vice-Chair:
P. Dean Altvater
Director of Sales - Worldwide Accounts
Hilton Sales Worldwide

Description:
Advises and counsels the NYSAE Board of Directors and staff on plans for the annual Meet NY. Reviews and makes recommendations on all arrangements, including program, promotion, message, and theme.

Develops recommendations and procedures directed toward member participation improving exhibit segment of program and assists in selling exhibit space.

Works closely with the Vice President of Meetings & Conferences and Staff on all aspects. (Meets 4 times per year.)