Monday, April 26, 2010
April Teleclass-Maintaining Your Financial Business
Our chapter had an excellent presenter on Maintaining Your Financial Business. Dan Betts, a certified Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney gave a two part teleclass that offered .2 CEU's on how to plan for your future and how to use receive tax credit with your business. We learned what we should be giving to our accountants and Six Ways to Prepare for Retirement as a business owner.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Educational Teleclass in February with Linda Thomas, AICI CIP
This educational teleclass is open to members and nonmembers of the AICI OH/PA Chapter. One of our chapter's focus is to provide education for professional development. This month we are excited to have a very well-known corporate trainer, Linda Thomas, AICI CIP conduct a one-hour teleclass on "The Four Generations".
Four Generations in the Workplace
Whether your goal is to help employees understand each other by improving their day-to-day communications or to increase your own success with a wider variety of clients, this session will demonstrate the importance of connecting with the four generations working side-by-side in today's changing workplace.
Four Generations in Your Clients
This program will define the four generations and discuss the various ways in which a consultant or vendor can enhance their services for their clientele while being aware of age-related concerns.
Four Generations in Style
Helping our one-on-one clients and program attendees understand what ‘age appropriate’ dressing is for them while having their own personal style can be tricky, especially if you and your clients are of different generations. This session will be about current styles and who can best wear them for their workplace and/or lifestyle.
Linda Thomas, AICI CIP has been in the image industry for over 10 years and is a published author and corporate trainer. She has served on AICI's South Central Chapter and is on the board in Texas for the National Speaker's Association. Some of her clients have been FedEx Kinko's, Four Seasons Resort & Club, Boeing, Merrill Lynch, Texas Instruments, and TGI Fridays, just to name a few.
To register sign up here http://fourgenerations.eventbrite.com/
Four Generations in the Workplace
Whether your goal is to help employees understand each other by improving their day-to-day communications or to increase your own success with a wider variety of clients, this session will demonstrate the importance of connecting with the four generations working side-by-side in today's changing workplace.
Four Generations in Your Clients
This program will define the four generations and discuss the various ways in which a consultant or vendor can enhance their services for their clientele while being aware of age-related concerns.
Four Generations in Style
Helping our one-on-one clients and program attendees understand what ‘age appropriate’ dressing is for them while having their own personal style can be tricky, especially if you and your clients are of different generations. This session will be about current styles and who can best wear them for their workplace and/or lifestyle.
Linda Thomas, AICI CIP has been in the image industry for over 10 years and is a published author and corporate trainer. She has served on AICI's South Central Chapter and is on the board in Texas for the National Speaker's Association. Some of her clients have been FedEx Kinko's, Four Seasons Resort & Club, Boeing, Merrill Lynch, Texas Instruments, and TGI Fridays, just to name a few.
To register sign up here http://fourgenerations.eventbrite.com/
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Achieving Success in 2010
This year has kicked off to a great start with Brenda Kinsel's teleclass called, "10 Simple Steps to Achieving Success in 2010" offered to all of OH/PA & NY's Tri State chapter members. OH/PA AICI's President, Erica Torres-Dudziak, opened up the session introducing Brenda, one of AICI's CIP veterans, who has been in the industry for 25 years and brings with her a level of energy and spirit that leave her participants wanting more of. This seventy-five minute session was packed with great information on getting our business on track and off to a running start for 2010.
Brenda took us through ten steps that she discovered over the years has brought her business to new heights. We kicked off the session by taking a look at our accomplishments from 2009 and discussed ways in which we can start tracking our success. Many of us left this session with new energy and great ideas from the presenter and each other and how we can frame this year with a name!
Brenda has launched a new website www.brendakinseletc.com that is dedicated to image professionals worldwide.
Brenda took us through ten steps that she discovered over the years has brought her business to new heights. We kicked off the session by taking a look at our accomplishments from 2009 and discussed ways in which we can start tracking our success. Many of us left this session with new energy and great ideas from the presenter and each other and how we can frame this year with a name!
Brenda has launched a new website www.brendakinseletc.com that is dedicated to image professionals worldwide.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Member of the Year: Erica Torres-Dudziak
Erica Torres-Dudziak was unanimously voted Member of the Year for 2008-2009 in September 2009.
Education Day, November 21, 2009
AICI OHPA Chapter Education Day on November 21st will feature seminars on Men's Tailored Clothing & Men's Image in the morning and a Body Language seminar in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided.
CEUs earned will be: 0.2 CEUs
Men's Tailored Clothing & Men's Image by Brian Lipstein, AICI FLC
Brian Lipstein is the President of Henry A. Davidsen, a Philadelphia based firm specializing in Custom and Made-to-Measure clothing for professional men. Brian has been the Men's Image editor of AICI's Image Update since 2007 and has recently been interviewed for AICI's BlogTalk Radio program about Custom Clothing 101.
- Learn about construction of Men's Suits - What exactly makes a $3,000 suit and why is it worth it?
- Learn about Fabrics, Weaves, and why materials are so important
- Learn about Fit of the garment
- Learn Wardrobe building strategies for Men - What should every man have in his closet.
- Learn about the difference between Made-to-Measure and Custom Suits
Body Language by Sara Canuso
As an Image and Body Language Specialist, Saa Canuso, President of a Suitabe Solution, empowers individuals to use non-verbal communication, image, and body language as tools to communicate effectively with others and understand not only what others say, but to discover the unspoken messages and feelings behind their words and actions.
This seminar will teach body language as a means of negotiation and how to persuade and influence before you speak a word.
CEUs earned will be: 0.2 CEUs
Men's Tailored Clothing & Men's Image by Brian Lipstein, AICI FLC
Brian Lipstein is the President of Henry A. Davidsen, a Philadelphia based firm specializing in Custom and Made-to-Measure clothing for professional men. Brian has been the Men's Image editor of AICI's Image Update since 2007 and has recently been interviewed for AICI's BlogTalk Radio program about Custom Clothing 101.
- Learn about construction of Men's Suits - What exactly makes a $3,000 suit and why is it worth it?
- Learn about Fabrics, Weaves, and why materials are so important
- Learn about Fit of the garment
- Learn Wardrobe building strategies for Men - What should every man have in his closet.
- Learn about the difference between Made-to-Measure and Custom Suits
Body Language by Sara Canuso
As an Image and Body Language Specialist, Saa Canuso, President of a Suitabe Solution, empowers individuals to use non-verbal communication, image, and body language as tools to communicate effectively with others and understand not only what others say, but to discover the unspoken messages and feelings behind their words and actions.
This seminar will teach body language as a means of negotiation and how to persuade and influence before you speak a word.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
AICI OH/PA Update September 2009
For those of you just starting your business, they say that make up sales have gone up since the recession because when people are down, they still want to look good. This means that if you are in the business for helping people to look good, feel good, or become more successful because of one of these, this is a great time to get in the business.
The new board has been working hard on getting things ready for this new chapter year. We are currently working on a schedule for the entire chapter year so that all of you can make preparations ahead of time. We are looking at scheduling one meeting in PA in November, one meeting in OH in April, and at least two teleclasses. We are in the process of trying to book speakers and offer CEU’s at both the PA and OH meeting. The speakers will receive a portion of the event fee so if anyone is interested in doing a workshop or knows of anyone, please forward the information to our VP Education, Jennifer Betts at jmbohio@aol.com.
The board is committed to bringing our two states together in order to combine our strengths and talents which will only enhance the value in our membership and networking capabilities for our businesses and clients. We respect your time and commitment so therefore these education day meetings in PA and OH will only be half days. This will allow for those that may need to travel to avoid any overnight expenses and will be located near an airport. We look forward to meeting new members, interested parties, getting to know you better, and being more collaborative in our efforts!
The new board has been working hard on getting things ready for this new chapter year. We are currently working on a schedule for the entire chapter year so that all of you can make preparations ahead of time. We are looking at scheduling one meeting in PA in November, one meeting in OH in April, and at least two teleclasses. We are in the process of trying to book speakers and offer CEU’s at both the PA and OH meeting. The speakers will receive a portion of the event fee so if anyone is interested in doing a workshop or knows of anyone, please forward the information to our VP Education, Jennifer Betts at jmbohio@aol.com.
The board is committed to bringing our two states together in order to combine our strengths and talents which will only enhance the value in our membership and networking capabilities for our businesses and clients. We respect your time and commitment so therefore these education day meetings in PA and OH will only be half days. This will allow for those that may need to travel to avoid any overnight expenses and will be located near an airport. We look forward to meeting new members, interested parties, getting to know you better, and being more collaborative in our efforts!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Board of Directors 2009-2010 AICI OH/PA Chapter Year
Congratulations to the new Board of Directors for the 2009-2010 AICI OH/PA Chapter year.
President
Erica Torres-Dudziak
President Elect & VP Education
Jennifer Betts
Treasurer
Brian Lipstein, AICI FLC
VP Marketing/Communications & Secretary
Mary Kot
VP Membership
Beth Strange, AICI FLC
Monday, June 8, 2009
Teleclass "Networking for Business" 6.29.09
When: Monday, June 29th 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET
Topic: Networking for Business
Speaker: Brian Lipstein, AICI FLC
AICI Ohio/Pennsylvania's last quarterly membership meeting for this chapter year will be a teleclass on how you can increase your business opportunities with networking!
Where are the best places you should be going to network for your business?
Are you meeting the right kinds of people at events but then never hear from them or follow up?
What are the 5 essential pieces of information you need to obtain from a person for a successful business networking interaction?
Join us on Monday, June 29th from 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and hear from one of the very few certified image consultants, Brian Lipstein, AICI FLC, provide us with what has helped make him a success through "Networking for Business"!
Conference call details will be sent out before the event. Please contact Erica@positiveperceptions.info for any questions.
AICI OH/PA Chapter Meeting Minutes 5.02.09
Meeting Location: Youngstown, OH
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Danielle Turcola
Topic: Dining Etiquette and Business Entertaining
Attendees:
Board of Directors: Chapter President- Erica Torres-Dudziak, VP Education & President Elect- Michelle Pratt, VP Membership - Tonya Woods
Francoise Litch, Jennifer Betts, Kurk Shelton, Danielle Turcola
Welcome & Introductions- all introduced themselves and why they were interested in this topic
Featured Speaker- Danielle provided each participant with a workshop guide. Workshop covered: Business Entertaining, The Gift of Diplomacy, The Art of Hospitality, Wine Connoisseur, Your Manners Are Showing, Place Setting Savvy, Stimulating Conversation, Tipping, Credibility Robbers, Food Challenges, and Mealtime Taboos.
Danielle's workshop included information, demonstrations, and concluded with Q&A on this topic and other tips on business-related topics (e.g. where to find pictures for purchase, public speaking, and body language).
This course was conducted over lunch at a Youngstown restaurant.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Danielle Turcola
Topic: Dining Etiquette and Business Entertaining
Attendees:
Board of Directors: Chapter President- Erica Torres-Dudziak, VP Education & President Elect- Michelle Pratt, VP Membership - Tonya Woods
Francoise Litch, Jennifer Betts, Kurk Shelton, Danielle Turcola
Featured Speaker- Danielle provided each participant with a workshop guide. Workshop covered: Business Entertaining, The Gift of Diplomacy, The Art of Hospitality, Wine Connoisseur, Your Manners Are Showing, Place Setting Savvy, Stimulating Conversation, Tipping, Credibility Robbers, Food Challenges, and Mealtime Taboos.
Danielle's workshop included information, demonstrations, and concluded with Q&A on this topic and other tips on business-related topics (e.g. where to find pictures for purchase, public speaking, and body language).
This course was conducted over lunch at a Youngstown restaurant.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
"DINE IN STYLE"
When: March 20th, 2009 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Brant's Bistro - 375 E 4th St - Mansfield,OH 44902
Speaker: Danielle Turcola
Topic: Dining Etiquette
Register at: aici-diningetiquette@eventbrite.com
Join us on Friday evening to learn from a well-known and respected consultant and coach who specializes in business presence. Discover how you can increase your business opportunity & sales in a dining situation.
As the founder of Professionalism International, Danielle Turcola provides Fortune 500 companies and major associations a variety of customized programs to increase their revenue by making their business memorable and influential.
Dining etiquette is a must for those of us involved with any aspect of image and presence. It's the one skill set that separates the classes. Because we work in the image field, we are highly scrutinized on appearance, behavior, conduct and communication. Even if you don't teach dining etiquette, clients know the rules and expect you to also!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry!
This meeting will be educational and fun with the opportunity to learn about and network with your colleagues across the state. Dress Preferred: Casual Elegant
4 COURSE MEAL INCLUDED IN WORKSHOP FEE
First 15 to register will qualify to win a gas card gift card in a drawing that evening.
When: March 20th, 2009 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Brant's Bistro - 375 E 4th St - Mansfield,OH 44902
Speaker: Danielle Turcola
Topic: Dining Etiquette
Register at: aici-diningetiquette@eventbrite.com
Join us on Friday evening to learn from a well-known and respected consultant and coach who specializes in business presence. Discover how you can increase your business opportunity & sales in a dining situation.
As the founder of Professionalism International, Danielle Turcola provides Fortune 500 companies and major associations a variety of customized programs to increase their revenue by making their business memorable and influential.
Dining etiquette is a must for those of us involved with any aspect of image and presence. It's the one skill set that separates the classes. Because we work in the image field, we are highly scrutinized on appearance, behavior, conduct and communication. Even if you don't teach dining etiquette, clients know the rules and expect you to also!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry!
This meeting will be educational and fun with the opportunity to learn about and network with your colleagues across the state. Dress Preferred: Casual Elegant
4 COURSE MEAL INCLUDED IN WORKSHOP FEE
First 15 to register will qualify to win a gas card gift card in a drawing that evening.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Color Training-Cleveland, OH- Summer 2009
Many of you have been waiting for some local color training... well, here it is! Pat Henshaw MFIC is co-author of Colour me confident, Image matters for men published in January 2006, Colour me younger published May 2008 and Be a beautiful bride to be published in 2009. Pat is the founder and CEO of Niegma Consulting Ltd. and her company is contracted on a regular basis by CMB Europe to write, develop and run training courses for them. Training with Pat on color and style will be held in Cleveland, Ohio in June 2009.
Full Color Analysis - June 15 - 18
$2000 (includes full set of drapes and your own color wallet)
Abbreviated Color Analysis (for consultants trained under different programs) – June 19-20
$1000 (drapes not included)
Women's Style - June 22-24
$1500
Men's Style - June 25-26
$1000
Location: Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport with a special rate of $99.00 per room per night
Class size will be limited, so please contact Candace Bradfield at aumentestyle@gmail.com
ASAP to reserve your spot. She will get back with you to let you know when deposits ($500) will be required.
Full Color Analysis - June 15 - 18
$2000 (includes full set of drapes and your own color wallet)
Abbreviated Color Analysis (for consultants trained under different programs) – June 19-20
$1000 (drapes not included)
Women's Style - June 22-24
$1500
Men's Style - June 25-26
$1000
Location: Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport with a special rate of $99.00 per room per night
Class size will be limited, so please contact Candace Bradfield at aumentestyle@gmail.com
ASAP to reserve your spot. She will get back with you to let you know when deposits ($500) will be required.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
New Committee Positions for 2008-2009 Term
Our VP of Education/President Elect is looking for individuals who would be interested in being on the Education Retreat Committee. This committee will assist with planning our 2009 Education Retreat which will be held in PA.
If interested, please contact Michelle Pratt at michelle.pratt@chellebelle.com .
Our VP of Membership is looking for individuals who would be interested in being a part of our Membership Committee. This committee will be working on putting together and implementing a strategic recruitment plan for our chapter as we plan for the next couple years.
If interested, please contact Tonya Woods at firstimpression-id@hotmail.com .
If interested, please contact Michelle Pratt at michelle.pratt@chellebelle.com .
Our VP of Membership is looking for individuals who would be interested in being a part of our Membership Committee. This committee will be working on putting together and implementing a strategic recruitment plan for our chapter as we plan for the next couple years.
If interested, please contact Tonya Woods at firstimpression-id@hotmail.com .
AICI OH/PA Chapter Membership Meeting Minutes 12.06.08
Akron, OH
9: 00 a.m. – 9: 30 a.m. Breakfast & Networking
The meeting began promptly at 9:00 a.m. Erica Torres-Dudziak welcomed everyone to the meeting and started the icebreaker and introductions. Those present at the meeting included:
Candace Bradfield
Michelle Pratt
Erica Torres-Dudziak
Amanda Levy
Tonya Woods
Jennifer Betts
Francoise Litch
Brenda Johnson
Latasha Morgan
At the beginning of the meeting attendees led a discussion on networking and ideas to increase business. Some ideas included participating in social media outlets, women’s events such as trade shows and bridal fairs, weight loss programs and senior citizen living center programs.
Other ideas included possibly hosting an “Image Consulting Convention” that includes different specialties of image consulting and have outside vendors in the beauty industry pay to be part of the event.
Attendees also talked about business referrals. Some helpful sources included the AICI Web site, data service and working with vendors in the beauty industry. To help with challenges of gaining new clients attendees shared their innovative ideas on how to increase their business.
9:30 a.m. – 10: 30 a.m. Association/Chapter Updates
VISION
Erica started off the chapter and association updates by providing the following information to attendees:
a. Changes: The OH/PA chapter has undergone several changes in the past couple of months. The rest of 2008 and all of 2009 will be about planning and setting “long term” goals to sustain the chapter and its projected growth.
b. Expansion: We have expanded by having meetings in the PA area for members who could previously not participate--Historically our OH meetings have been in Columbus. We are going to try new locations/topics/events this year to see what works. The chapter is also pleased to announce that membership has been expanding since 2007. The following expansion goals were given:
The chapter’s current membership: 34
Chapter Board Goal for this year: 50
Average # of participant per meetings: 5-10 (between OH & PA meetings)
Number of attendees per meeting goal: increase to 40% of membership
d. Chapter meeting schedule: Our next meeting is planned for Friday March 20th, 2009 and we are planning to have a social event at a restaurant in the evening and get some dining etiquette training from one of Ohio’s most sought after Business Image Consultant’s, Danielle Turcola!
e. Increase membership involvement and expertise: We want to have more CEU education topics and bring awareness about certification opportunities—if anyone is interested in a phone study group please let Erica know. For a local study group for FLC exam email Erica@positiveperceptions.info and we can gauge interest and see how we can set something up.
f. Increase membership: The chapter will offer a Member of the Year Award to help increase chapter involvement.
g. Increase media presence: In order to continue to grow the chapter we will look to add a VP of Marketing for 2009 to focus on creating a voice for the chapter through press releases, publicity through AICI publication and connecting with philanthropic opportunities. If you are interested in this opportunity for next year please contact Erica.
h. Increase board 2009-2010: As mentioned we would like to add a VP marketing and have committee sign ups with voting. Erica will be bringing “Role Descriptions” to the next meeting in March to start gauging interest.
CHAPTER BOARD
Erica introduced the current board members:
President- Erica Torres-Dudziak
Treasurer- Brian Lipstein
Secretary- Amanda Levy
VP Education/President Elect- Michelle Pratt
VP Membership- Tonya Woods
Michelle led a discussion on her role as VP of Education. Michelle will plan the 2009 Education retreat as well as create innovative programming to increase chapter involvement. She also talked about and how members can get CEU’s as well as participate in an upcoming Education retreat and Education committee:
a. Michelle outlined the benefits of attending AICI’s annual conference and that it is the best venue to earn CEUs.
b. Michelle also reminded attendees that our local chapter can host CEU events and topics can be certified ahead of time by AICI. Topics can vary and can include working with outside organizations/individuals to increase attendance at events.
c. Having certification by taking the FLC or earning your CIM or CIP is a great way to establish credibility for yourself and your chapter. Visit AICI’s Web site at www.aici.org to learn more.
d. Michelle is currently planning the 2009 Education Retreat and is looking for volunteers to be on the Education Committee.
Tonya Woods, the chapter’s current VP of Membership talked about her role. She will welcome new members and reinforce benefits of attending meetings and being part of AICI. Her recruitment strategies to help increase involvement in 2009 include:
a. The chapter’s goal is to increase membership to 50 members and to keep moving forward as a chapter.
b. Tonya’s goal is to find interactive ways to make recruitment fun. Meeting attendance has been a challenge and she is currently looking for ideas to help increase involvement.
c. Tonya challenged members to try to recruit at least one person to the chapter to help reach 2009 goal.
d. The chapter has completed a membership feedback survey to help determine recruitment needs/opportunities.
e. Please contact Tonya directly if you are interested in being on the Membership Committee to help with the 2009 Recruitment Strategy.
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. “Branding”- Michelle Pratt
The meeting’s guest speaker was Michelle Pratt, MBA, founder and principal of Chelle Belle, The Image Advocate, an image consulting and special event planning company. Michelle is also the current VP of Education and President Elect.
Her presentation titled “Branding” offered the following learning objectives:
Understanding branding; Assessing your business mission; Analyze your market; Understand benefit vs. feature; Define your Unique Selling Proposition (USP); Determine your brand message; Create a tagline and Develop brand identity.
Throughout her presentation Michelle asked attendees to participate in writing exercises that helped give attendees an objective and tactical view of their own current business practices. After the presentation attendees understood how to create effective message to help strengthen both their personal brand and their company’s branding.
11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Color Training Opportunity
The chapter has received several requests to offer color training locally. Candace Bradfield presented a color training opportunity through Colour me Beautiful which will be taught by Pat Henshaw co-author of “Color Me Confident”. This color analysis system is different from the “four seasons” color technique and offers clients wallets with their selected colors.
The color training opportunity is still in the planning stages but will be a three-day course held tentatively in Cleveland in June 2009. The specific location of the meeting is still being determined. Please continue to check the chapter Web site and blog for updates.
11:50 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wrap Up/ Surveys
Membership feedback surveys were given out to all attendees and were filled out before the end of the meeting. Erica provided closing comments and thanked everyone for attending. The next OH/PA chapter meeting will be held on Friday, March 20 in the evening. The location is to be determined.
The meeting concluded at 12:00 p.m.
9: 00 a.m. – 9: 30 a.m. Breakfast & Networking
The meeting began promptly at 9:00 a.m. Erica Torres-Dudziak welcomed everyone to the meeting and started the icebreaker and introductions. Those present at the meeting included:
Candace Bradfield
Michelle Pratt
Erica Torres-Dudziak
Amanda Levy
Tonya Woods
Jennifer Betts
Francoise Litch
Brenda Johnson
Latasha Morgan
At the beginning of the meeting attendees led a discussion on networking and ideas to increase business. Some ideas included participating in social media outlets, women’s events such as trade shows and bridal fairs, weight loss programs and senior citizen living center programs.
Other ideas included possibly hosting an “Image Consulting Convention” that includes different specialties of image consulting and have outside vendors in the beauty industry pay to be part of the event.
Attendees also talked about business referrals. Some helpful sources included the AICI Web site, data service and working with vendors in the beauty industry. To help with challenges of gaining new clients attendees shared their innovative ideas on how to increase their business.
9:30 a.m. – 10: 30 a.m. Association/Chapter Updates
VISION
Erica started off the chapter and association updates by providing the following information to attendees:
a. Changes: The OH/PA chapter has undergone several changes in the past couple of months. The rest of 2008 and all of 2009 will be about planning and setting “long term” goals to sustain the chapter and its projected growth.
b. Expansion: We have expanded by having meetings in the PA area for members who could previously not participate--Historically our OH meetings have been in Columbus. We are going to try new locations/topics/events this year to see what works. The chapter is also pleased to announce that membership has been expanding since 2007. The following expansion goals were given:
The chapter’s current membership: 34
Chapter Board Goal for this year: 50
Average # of participant per meetings: 5-10 (between OH & PA meetings)
Number of attendees per meeting goal: increase to 40% of membership
d. Chapter meeting schedule: Our next meeting is planned for Friday March 20th, 2009 and we are planning to have a social event at a restaurant in the evening and get some dining etiquette training from one of Ohio’s most sought after Business Image Consultant’s, Danielle Turcola!
e. Increase membership involvement and expertise: We want to have more CEU education topics and bring awareness about certification opportunities—if anyone is interested in a phone study group please let Erica know. For a local study group for FLC exam email Erica@positiveperceptions.info and we can gauge interest and see how we can set something up.
f. Increase membership: The chapter will offer a Member of the Year Award to help increase chapter involvement.
g. Increase media presence: In order to continue to grow the chapter we will look to add a VP of Marketing for 2009 to focus on creating a voice for the chapter through press releases, publicity through AICI publication and connecting with philanthropic opportunities. If you are interested in this opportunity for next year please contact Erica.
h. Increase board 2009-2010: As mentioned we would like to add a VP marketing and have committee sign ups with voting. Erica will be bringing “Role Descriptions” to the next meeting in March to start gauging interest.
CHAPTER BOARD
Erica introduced the current board members:
President- Erica Torres-Dudziak
Treasurer- Brian Lipstein
Secretary- Amanda Levy
VP Education/President Elect- Michelle Pratt
VP Membership- Tonya Woods
Michelle led a discussion on her role as VP of Education. Michelle will plan the 2009 Education retreat as well as create innovative programming to increase chapter involvement. She also talked about and how members can get CEU’s as well as participate in an upcoming Education retreat and Education committee:
a. Michelle outlined the benefits of attending AICI’s annual conference and that it is the best venue to earn CEUs.
b. Michelle also reminded attendees that our local chapter can host CEU events and topics can be certified ahead of time by AICI. Topics can vary and can include working with outside organizations/individuals to increase attendance at events.
c. Having certification by taking the FLC or earning your CIM or CIP is a great way to establish credibility for yourself and your chapter. Visit AICI’s Web site at www.aici.org to learn more.
d. Michelle is currently planning the 2009 Education Retreat and is looking for volunteers to be on the Education Committee.
Tonya Woods, the chapter’s current VP of Membership talked about her role. She will welcome new members and reinforce benefits of attending meetings and being part of AICI. Her recruitment strategies to help increase involvement in 2009 include:
a. The chapter’s goal is to increase membership to 50 members and to keep moving forward as a chapter.
b. Tonya’s goal is to find interactive ways to make recruitment fun. Meeting attendance has been a challenge and she is currently looking for ideas to help increase involvement.
c. Tonya challenged members to try to recruit at least one person to the chapter to help reach 2009 goal.
d. The chapter has completed a membership feedback survey to help determine recruitment needs/opportunities.
e. Please contact Tonya directly if you are interested in being on the Membership Committee to help with the 2009 Recruitment Strategy.
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. “Branding”- Michelle Pratt
The meeting’s guest speaker was Michelle Pratt, MBA, founder and principal of Chelle Belle, The Image Advocate, an image consulting and special event planning company. Michelle is also the current VP of Education and President Elect.
Her presentation titled “Branding” offered the following learning objectives:
Understanding branding; Assessing your business mission; Analyze your market; Understand benefit vs. feature; Define your Unique Selling Proposition (USP); Determine your brand message; Create a tagline and Develop brand identity.
Throughout her presentation Michelle asked attendees to participate in writing exercises that helped give attendees an objective and tactical view of their own current business practices. After the presentation attendees understood how to create effective message to help strengthen both their personal brand and their company’s branding.
11:30 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Color Training Opportunity
The chapter has received several requests to offer color training locally. Candace Bradfield presented a color training opportunity through Colour me Beautiful which will be taught by Pat Henshaw co-author of “Color Me Confident”. This color analysis system is different from the “four seasons” color technique and offers clients wallets with their selected colors.
The color training opportunity is still in the planning stages but will be a three-day course held tentatively in Cleveland in June 2009. The specific location of the meeting is still being determined. Please continue to check the chapter Web site and blog for updates.
11:50 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wrap Up/ Surveys
Membership feedback surveys were given out to all attendees and were filled out before the end of the meeting. Erica provided closing comments and thanked everyone for attending. The next OH/PA chapter meeting will be held on Friday, March 20 in the evening. The location is to be determined.
The meeting concluded at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
AICI Ohio December Member Meeting
When: Saturday, December 6th, 2008
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12: 00 p.m.
Location
Yocono's Italian Foods
1666 W. Exchange St.
Akron, OH 44313
Education Topic: "Branding"
Cost
Members $21.00 (Breakfast Included)
Non Members $35.00 (Breakfast Included)
RSVP
By December 4th, 2006
Join us for networking, fellowship, and information on how you can grow your business!
Our education topic speaker, Michelle Pratt, MBA, is founder and principal of Chelle Belle, The Image Advocate, an image consulting and special event planning company.
Register at http://aicidecembermembermtg-emailinvite.eventbrite.com
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12: 00 p.m.
Location
Yocono's Italian Foods
1666 W. Exchange St.
Akron, OH 44313
Education Topic: "Branding"
Cost
Members $21.00 (Breakfast Included)
Non Members $35.00 (Breakfast Included)
RSVP
By December 4th, 2006
Join us for networking, fellowship, and information on how you can grow your business!
Our education topic speaker, Michelle Pratt, MBA, is founder and principal of Chelle Belle, The Image Advocate, an image consulting and special event planning company.
Register at http://aicidecembermembermtg-emailinvite.eventbrite.com
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Recent Chapter Transition & December Member Meeting
Greetings,
Our OH/PA AICI Chapter is very excited to bring new workshops and opportunities to you!
Due to a recent change in our board of directors I am excited to present our chapter’s 2008-2009 Board of Directors to you:
President: Erica Torres-Dudziak
President Elect/VP Education: Michelle Pratt
Treasurer: Brian Lipstein
Secretary: Amanda Levy
VP Membership: Tonya Woods
This is going to be an exciting year for our chapter. Our chapter has grown in size by almost 100% in the past year and we are striving to continue to see new faces and hear new voices.
With new people comes new ideas, and creativity is definitely a characteristic of our chapter. This chapter year we are going to try different city locations so that more of you can have a chance to participate in an educational session.
If you would like to learn more about image consulting, network with other consultants and affiliates, promote your products or training programs, than you will definitely benefit from our next chapter meeting being held on Saturday, December 6th 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to 12: 00 p.m.
This meeting will consist of networking, AICI national and local updates, an educational component, and the last 20-30 minutes will be reserved to learn about local training providers or products that could benefit your business.
The meeting location and details will be sent out via Event Brite within the next few days. If you would be interested in talking about your training/product please email me so that I can add you to the agenda.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Erica Torres-Dudziak
President
AICI OH/PA Chapter
Our OH/PA AICI Chapter is very excited to bring new workshops and opportunities to you!
Due to a recent change in our board of directors I am excited to present our chapter’s 2008-2009 Board of Directors to you:
President: Erica Torres-Dudziak
President Elect/VP Education: Michelle Pratt
Treasurer: Brian Lipstein
Secretary: Amanda Levy
VP Membership: Tonya Woods
This is going to be an exciting year for our chapter. Our chapter has grown in size by almost 100% in the past year and we are striving to continue to see new faces and hear new voices.
With new people comes new ideas, and creativity is definitely a characteristic of our chapter. This chapter year we are going to try different city locations so that more of you can have a chance to participate in an educational session.
If you would like to learn more about image consulting, network with other consultants and affiliates, promote your products or training programs, than you will definitely benefit from our next chapter meeting being held on Saturday, December 6th 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to 12: 00 p.m.
This meeting will consist of networking, AICI national and local updates, an educational component, and the last 20-30 minutes will be reserved to learn about local training providers or products that could benefit your business.
The meeting location and details will be sent out via Event Brite within the next few days. If you would be interested in talking about your training/product please email me so that I can add you to the agenda.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Erica Torres-Dudziak
President
AICI OH/PA Chapter
Thursday, October 16, 2008
AICI OH/PA 10.12.08 Meeting Minutes
AICI OH/PA Chapter Meeting
Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2008
Attended: Kristen Kaleal- Chapter President, Erica Torres-Dudziak- Chapter Vice President, Tonya Woods- Chapter VP of Membership, Michelle Pratt- Chapter VP of Education, Danielle Turcola, Jocelyne Elyse, Jennifer Betts, Dawn Zima, Theresa Olson
Survey Results
We went over the Survey Monkey results on increasing meeting/chapter participation (results on spreadsheet distributed)
Adding CEU’s
Michelle Pratt will look into how to get programs certified for CEU
offerings
Distance
Have the 2 larger groups (OH/PA) meet quarterly
Have nearby cities have more informal meetings throughout the year
Ohio’s central meeting location will be in Mansfield- locations for
secretary to research are: Comfort Inn, Ashland University, Libraries,
nearby Amish restaurant (Camp Mohican for longer OH events)
Day/Time
Alternate quarterly meetings from Friday evenings to Saturday mornings
2 meetings on Friday (6pm- 9pm) evenings and 2 meetings on Saturday mornings (9am-12pm)
Shorter meetings with snacks included (i.e. Friday meeting 3 hrs with a snack during meeting)
Erica Torres-Dudziak will send out a revised tentative meeting schedule for 2008-2009 AICI OH/PA Chapter year.
Topics
Suggested meeting topics:
a) Product Development
b) Business Development (insurance, umbrella policies, LLC vs. Partnership, etc.)
c) Best Business Practices
d) Dining Etiquette (Danielle volunteered to give workshop at no cost to the chapter)
e) Personal Branding, Internet marketing, Dressing Men
Mentorship Program
It was suggested to have a mentorship program for OH/PA Members ONLY
Members should email Erica Torres-Dudziak their availability and expertise they could share as a mentor to other OH/PA members
The idea would be we would learn and grow from each other
FaceBook
Important media tool
You can link YOUTUBE on it
Twitter is another great networking in conjunction with Facebook (microblogging service)
Education Day
We are looking to have an education day on a Saturday in October 2009 potentially in Pittsburgh
All day program offering CEU’s
Potentially 1 key CEU speaker and a couple non CEU presentations from our members (topics may be on: Basic Color Theory/Principles, body/style, dressing men?)
Education Committee will have a teleconference call scheduled for November to sstart the planning process
Action Steps
Michelle will get details on how to get programs CEU certified
Erica will send out a tentative 08-09 chapter meeting schedule with new location
City leaders will take initiative to set up mini meetings (if desired) in their area with local members
Members will email Erica their expertise and availability for Mentorship Program
Erica will coordinate with Michelle to set up Education Committee teleconference for November
Saks Fifth Avenue Tour
Kristen Kaleal set up a tour of the Saks Fifth Avenue Club Tour with Dixie Lee Davis. We learned about the protocol of geographical inventory, tips on dressing the cost conscious man, and we were able to see how our clients could benefit from working together with an image consultant and a Saks Personal Shopper.
For information on AICI's OH/PA Chapter please contact Erica Torres-Dudziak at Erica@positiveperceptions.info
Meeting Minutes
October 12, 2008
Attended: Kristen Kaleal- Chapter President, Erica Torres-Dudziak- Chapter Vice President, Tonya Woods- Chapter VP of Membership, Michelle Pratt- Chapter VP of Education, Danielle Turcola, Jocelyne Elyse, Jennifer Betts, Dawn Zima, Theresa Olson
Survey Results
We went over the Survey Monkey results on increasing meeting/chapter participation (results on spreadsheet distributed)
Adding CEU’s
Michelle Pratt will look into how to get programs certified for CEU
offerings
Distance
Have the 2 larger groups (OH/PA) meet quarterly
Have nearby cities have more informal meetings throughout the year
Ohio’s central meeting location will be in Mansfield- locations for
secretary to research are: Comfort Inn, Ashland University, Libraries,
nearby Amish restaurant (Camp Mohican for longer OH events)
Day/Time
Alternate quarterly meetings from Friday evenings to Saturday mornings
2 meetings on Friday (6pm- 9pm) evenings and 2 meetings on Saturday mornings (9am-12pm)
Shorter meetings with snacks included (i.e. Friday meeting 3 hrs with a snack during meeting)
Erica Torres-Dudziak will send out a revised tentative meeting schedule for 2008-2009 AICI OH/PA Chapter year.
Topics
Suggested meeting topics:
a) Product Development
b) Business Development (insurance, umbrella policies, LLC vs. Partnership, etc.)
c) Best Business Practices
d) Dining Etiquette (Danielle volunteered to give workshop at no cost to the chapter)
e) Personal Branding, Internet marketing, Dressing Men
Mentorship Program
It was suggested to have a mentorship program for OH/PA Members ONLY
Members should email Erica Torres-Dudziak their availability and expertise they could share as a mentor to other OH/PA members
The idea would be we would learn and grow from each other
Important media tool
You can link YOUTUBE on it
Twitter is another great networking in conjunction with Facebook (microblogging service)
Education Day
We are looking to have an education day on a Saturday in October 2009 potentially in Pittsburgh
All day program offering CEU’s
Potentially 1 key CEU speaker and a couple non CEU presentations from our members (topics may be on: Basic Color Theory/Principles, body/style, dressing men?)
Education Committee will have a teleconference call scheduled for November to sstart the planning process
Action Steps
Michelle will get details on how to get programs CEU certified
Erica will send out a tentative 08-09 chapter meeting schedule with new location
City leaders will take initiative to set up mini meetings (if desired) in their area with local members
Members will email Erica their expertise and availability for Mentorship Program
Erica will coordinate with Michelle to set up Education Committee teleconference for November
Saks Fifth Avenue Tour
Kristen Kaleal set up a tour of the Saks Fifth Avenue Club Tour with Dixie Lee Davis. We learned about the protocol of geographical inventory, tips on dressing the cost conscious man, and we were able to see how our clients could benefit from working together with an image consultant and a Saks Personal Shopper.
For information on AICI's OH/PA Chapter please contact Erica Torres-Dudziak at Erica@positiveperceptions.info
Friday, September 12, 2008
Congrats!
Congratulations to our members who completed
New Member/Image Review Training!
Jennifer Betts
Kathy Callan
Amanda Levy
Brian Lipstein
Theresa Olson
Jocelyne Walker
New Member/Image Review Training!
Jennifer Betts
Kathy Callan
Amanda Levy
Brian Lipstein
Theresa Olson
Jocelyne Walker
How to blog with Blogger
1. Create a Gmail account
2. Go to www.blogger.com and log in with your gmail account.
3. Click on the blog you want to contribute to. It will most likely be the Chapter
Archive.
4. Click “new post” and type away or paste text. Sometimes you will have to alter the
layout of the text, but it shouldn’t be too difficult.
The blog defaults to the correct font and size.
You can add photos, links, etc with the toolbar.
5. Include labels. Click “show all” and pick the labels that apply to your post. Or create a new label if you need to.
6. When you’re finished, click “publish post.”
7. You will have the option to view the blog in a new window or edit your post.
Definitely check on your post and see if it needs edits. If you edit, just publish and check again until it looks right.
2. Go to www.blogger.com and log in with your gmail account.
3. Click on the blog you want to contribute to. It will most likely be the Chapter
Archive.
4. Click “new post” and type away or paste text. Sometimes you will have to alter the
layout of the text, but it shouldn’t be too difficult.
The blog defaults to the correct font and size.
You can add photos, links, etc with the toolbar.
5. Include labels. Click “show all” and pick the labels that apply to your post. Or create a new label if you need to.
6. When you’re finished, click “publish post.”
7. You will have the option to view the blog in a new window or edit your post.
Definitely check on your post and see if it needs edits. If you edit, just publish and check again until it looks right.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Board Meeting - September 8, 2008
1. Ethics
2. Goals
- Increase Membership
- Increase Revenue
- Support Tools
3. Chapter Records
4. Member of the Year
5. Positions & Responsibilities
- President / Kristen Kaleal
- Vice-President / Erica Torres-Dudziak
- Treasurer / Brian Lipstein
- Secretary / Amanda Levy
- VP Membership / Tonya Woods
- VP Education / Michelle Pratt
6. Education Weekend
7. Planning Ahead
8. Chapter Survey
9. Notes
2. Goals
- Increase Membership
- Increase Revenue
- Support Tools
3. Chapter Records
4. Member of the Year
5. Positions & Responsibilities
- President / Kristen Kaleal
- Vice-President / Erica Torres-Dudziak
- Treasurer / Brian Lipstein
- Secretary / Amanda Levy
- VP Membership / Tonya Woods
- VP Education / Michelle Pratt
6. Education Weekend
7. Planning Ahead
8. Chapter Survey
9. Notes
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Board Meeting - 7/29/08
Brief History of Chapter
GOALS
Grow & sustain membership
Increase profitability from meetings and
Education Weekend (August 2009)
DUTIES
All
Participate in AICI counterpart calls 2-3 times a year
Attend quarterly board teleconference
Learn to utilize the chapter blog (need a Gmail account)
President – Kristen Kaleal
Main contact
Marketing & Communications officer
Vice-President – Erica Torres-Dudziak
Education Weekend point person
Plan & promote quarterly board meetings (week before or week after meetings)
Manage Member of the Year program
Treasurer – Brian Lipstein
Fiduciary contact
Budget
Secretary – Amanda Levy
Books venue for
Records chapter meeting and board meeting minutes
VP Education – Michelle Pratt
Coordinate speakers and programs for events
Lead Education Committee (Jennifer Betts and Kathy Callan)
VP Membership – Tonya Woods
Create and manage prospect database
Send welcome note to new members
Member/prospect surveys
Check our chapter email and respond to requests
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