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1. The International Association of Administrative Professionals Setting the Standards of Excellence
2. About IAAP Non-profit organization
International in scope
Headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri
28,000+ members and affiliates
Nearly 600 chapters
35 Regional divisions in six districts
Governed by 12-member International Board of Directors
3. Association Mission The IAAP mission is to enhance the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership development.
4. IAAP: “What’s in it for Me?” Networking
Continuing education
Latest information and research
Certification
5. Networking Exposure to other professionals outside your company
Expand your interpersonal skills and comfort levels
Develop leadership skills
IAAP global network
6. Seminars and Conferences Annual events offering a wide array of educational workshops and hands-on training
Education Forum and Annual Meeting – summer
Professional Education Conference – spring
Certification Conference – fall
Various regional and local chapter events
7. Top-Notch Publications Award-winning OfficePro magazine
Published eight times a year
Contains a wealth of information – latest trends, productivity tips, and much more
IAAP e-newsletters: OfficePro Express (twice each month) and IAAP Connections (association news – monthly)
8. Personal and Professional Development Resources Member discounts on more than 250 books and self-study courses, many providing the Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
IAAP’s Complete Office Handbook -- the definitive reference book for today’s electronic office
Browse resources available on IAAP website’s online bookstore
9. IAAP Online Services IAAP website: www.iaap-hq.org
Latest association news and information
Online training
Online resource store
Online networking
And much more!
10. Professional Certification Achieving certification through IAAP is the internationally-recognized standard of excellence
Two certification programs:
Certified Professional Secretary® (CPS)
Certified Administrative Professional® (CAP)
More information can be found in the “Professional Development” section of the IAAP website: www.iaap-hq.org
11. Local Chapter Benefits Nearly 600 IAAP chapters worldwide
Local education and networking opportunities
“Hands on” leadership training through participation in chapter activities
12. How Your Company Benefits Training and skill-building activities
First-hand professionalism
Positive corporate image
Build team spirit
Leadership training and experience
Maximum “bang for the buck” employee development
13. Who Should I Contact? IAAP Headquarters: 816.891.6600
Locally, either visit the websites, email or call:
Aggieland Chapter IAAP:
www.iaap-aggieland.org
Lea Ann Westmoreland, CAP, law@tamu.edu, 845.7995, or
Mary Ellen Rowan, CAP, mary-ellen@tamu.edu, 847.4877
B-CS Chapter IAAP:
www.iaap-bcs.org
Rosie Shoenfeld, r-schoenfeld@tamu.edu, 862.3932