Annual Meeting and Fun Networking Activity
At the annual meeting, the President makes a "state of ACE" presentation. Since I've [Stephen Jenks] only been president for a few months, I don't have a lot to say on my own. But, this year, the annual meeting occurs just a few days after the extended Operations Committee and Board meeting that I wrote to you about that is being held on June 8th. I'm anticipating that there will be a lot of good work that comes from that meeting - all of it having to do with where ACE is and where we hope ACE will go in the near future to be a larger, more visible and vibrant organization. I certainly plan to tell you about that meeting and the conclusions we came to. It should be not only a chance to hear about these things, but to add your comments, questions and thoughts. So I hope we will have a big turnout at our meeting on June 15th.
Elections will also be held for officers' terms July 2012 - June 2014. Nominations will still be accepted from the floor. Do come and vote!
After this brief 'State of ACE' presentation, we'll have a fun activity that will give us a chance to get to know each other better. It's a secret for now, but come with energy, cards, and curiosity about your fellow ACE members.
Roundtable
Takes place from 9:45 to 10:30 after the regular meeting and is optional.
Presenter: Dave Griffiths
Business: Dave Griffiths Communications
Dave, a former Business Week writer teaches business writing, presentation skills, and marketing through the media to federal, private, and nonprofit clients all over the country. He also coordinates submission of ACE advice columns to MaineBiz.
Topic:
"Getting the Word Out"
It's all about communicating your message in clear, concise, compelling fashion, and finding just the right vehicle that suits you and your business.
The A.C.E. regular meeting has networking, a buffet breakfast and a speaker. Guests are welcome.
Registrations are required by June 12, 2012. If you want to be included on the registration list at the meeting then you need to register by the due date.
You can pay online by credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover NOT AMERICAN EXPRESS!) or mail a check to:
A.C.E.
110 Marginal Way #142
Portland ME 04101
If you are mailing a check, please register here so the system can track the registrants for us. Thanks!
Members: the $22 fee only works if you pay in advance. At the door, it is $28.
