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The IEEE Sections Congress 2008 website has been updated to include material presented in Quebec City. All the presentations are available to be downloaded individually or as a group.
Core Track Training Material - The Core Training presentations explained the impetus for the MGA transition and provided a view of what MGA success will look like. MGA is about putting members first and at the center of IEEE. The guiding principles summarize it all: IEEE is the member and the member is IEEE. The MGA Board is a complete change from RAB and a shift in focus to the member. Sections are now part of an organization focused solely on the member and designed to inspire members’ participation in IEEE. The stage is being set for MGA to be the primary touch point for IEEE members, engaging them throughout their careers and providing them with what they need, when they need it, to be successful in their profession. Secti! on Chairs are being called to help support IEEE and act as the key point of contact for their members.
Membership Breakout Sessions - The growth and nurturing of our 375,000+ members is a core value of IEEE. The material presented in this track focuses on how a member’s relationship with IEEE can be enhanced through local engagement. Geographic unit leaders will be trained on the benefits of IEEE membership, and how to communicate and apply these benefits to the needs of members in their local area. Material presented also includes best practices for using the IEEE Membership Development tools, staff and volunteer network. Leveraging these resources will ultimately lead to significantly increased retention, recruitment and recovery of members at the local Section level.
Section/Chapter Activities Breakout Sessions - The success of IEEE depends on the continued cooperation between geographic units at the local level. This material presented in this track focuses on how to promote and facilitate the delivery of technical, professional and educational material. Issues cover a broad range of topics such as learning how to leverage Standards; acknowledging contributions of members through awards and recognition; learning about new humanitarian projects supported by IEEE and its members; and working with students and student branches. Activities your Section can undertake to enhance its image and support IEEE are also discussed.
Section Management Breakout Sessions - Running a successful Section requires having the tools and support to do the job. The material presented in this track provides information on obtaining support and resources from the IEEE organization and discusses best practices to follow. Several sessions address how to manage activities such as finances, conferences and affinity groups. Effective practices for planning successful meetings, volunteer recruitment and leadership development are also covered. New tools for supporting the volunteer administrative responsibilities will also be introduced.
SC08 Recommendations - The highlight of every Sections Congress is when delegates develop and vote on recommendations that IEEE will address in order to best serve the needs of its members. The Top ten recommendations, as ranked by the primary Section Delegates, are available.
Highlights from IEEE Sections Congress via IEEE.tv - The following video highlights from the IEEE Sections Congress and the IEEE Honors Ceremony are available via IEEE.tv.
* 2008 Sections Congress Highlights - Inspire, Enable, Empower and Engage
* 2008 Sections Congress Opening Highlights
* 2008 Honors Ceremony Program
* Profile of 2008 Medal of Honor winner Gordon Moore
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