Congratulations, NAMIC Leadership Seminar graduates! Over forty professionals gathered in Washington DC for a 3-day workshop, March 30-April 1, with the goal of maximizing strengths, filling in development gaps, raising the bar on performance in current roles, and planning courageously and strategically for continuous growth and advancement.
According to the 2014 NAMIC Education Program Impact Study, participants in NAMIC's Leadership Seminar were more likely than non-participants to receive a promotion, particularly in the first year following participation. Also, retention was shown to be higher amongst Leadership Seminar alumni.
Upcoming Leadership Seminars are listed below. Visit
namic.com or call the NAMIC office at 212-594-5985 for more information.
- July 27-29, 2016: Denver, CO
- October 26-28, 2016: San Diego, CA
Upcoming NAMIC national events:
- Buy your ticket for the NAMIC Annual Awards Breakfast, May 18, 2016, during the Internet and Television Expo (INTX) at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.
- Take advantage of the 30% off early registration rates for the 30th Annual NAMIC Conference,
September 20-21, 2016 in New York City. The discounted ticket price will be in effect until June 1, 2016.
Upcoming NAMIC local chapter events:
(Remember, if you're a non-member and attend a local NAMIC chapter event, you may join on the spot and receive 10% off your NAMIC membership! Inquire at the event.)
- NAMIC-Atlanta will be holding a interactive discussion on transformational leadership, featuring executive coach, Becky A. Davis on Tuesday, April 26, 2016.
Does your company pay for your NAMIC membership? Many NAMIC partner organizations cover the fee for membership. Inquire within your company or give me a call at 212-594-5985.
As always, let us know what's on your mind. Share your feedback here.
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Susan Waldman
Senior Manager, Membership and Publications
NAMIC
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you a NAMIC Member who was recently promoted? Have you and your team won an award for your efforts in the industry? We want to highlight your achievements! Click here to let us know how you're becoming a mover and shaker.
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JOB BANK
The NAMIC Job Bank provides access to the best employers and most diverse candidates in the communications industry
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