for the volunteer leadership

June 2004, Vol. 16, No. 6

• In This Issue
  
  Summer Leadership Training Workshops are tailored specifically for the leadership of ISM affiliates. These workshops offer invaluable networking opportunities as well as sessions addressing both the tactical and strategic training necessary to run a successful affiliate.
  
  
• C.P.M. and A.P.P. News
  
  In order to stay ahead of the current trends and issues related to supply management, ISM routinely reviews its certification and accreditation programs. ISM has just concluded an in-depth market study to review ISM's credentialing programs (Certified Purchasing Manager and Accredited Purchasing Practitioner) and other credentialing options.
  
  
• Spread the Word — Sharing the Value of Supply Management
  
  The ISM 89th Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit in Philadelphia was a first-class event.
  
  
• Technology
  
  Have you, in your capacity as an ISM leader, ever wished that you had a ready-to-go presentation on leadership training, mentoring or how to conduct a new member orientation? Well, your wish is ISM's command.
  
  
• Liner Notes
  
  Happy 9th birthday to ISM's satellite seminars! Our first program on "The Procurement Card" was broadcast in June 1995, and we are airing our 39th satellite seminar on June 10, 2004. Thank you to those affiliate site coordinators who have worked diligently over the years to promote and coordinate these programs in your local downlink sites.
  
  
• Reminders
  
  Please submit your Annual Affiliate Officers Update Form online at www.ism.ws/MembersOnly/AffiliateOfficerUpForm.cfm. The online roster is prepopulated with the information on file at ISM. All you have to do is verify the information and make changes as needed.