Associations Forum National Conference 2010

  27-28 July 2010

Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne

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Keynote Speakers
Update from the Federal Government regarding the not-for-profit sector
Senator the Hon Ursula Stephens, Parliamentary Secretary for Social Inclusion and the Voluntary Sector

Election 2010 – The State of Play, the Polls and What it will Mean for Associations
Tim Gartrell, Chief Executive Officer, Auspoll

Financial services in Australia - 'Revolution or Evolution' - the vital role of Associations
John Brogden, Chief Executive Officer, Investment & Financial Services Association

Parallel Sessions
Boosting your membership through professional credentials
Marsha Turner, Executive Vice President, International Association of Lighting Designers
Opportunities for associations to expand into Asia
Robin Lokerman, President MCI Asia Pacific & Chief Executive Officer Institutional Division
Audit & Risk committees
Ron Switzer, Consultant, Associations Forum
Repositioning, growth and advocacy in a crowded space
Fiona Reynolds, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees
Mergers of associations
Bryan Stevens, Chief Executive Officer, Pharmacerutical Society of Australia
Julian Ledger, Chief Exective Officer, YHA Ltd
National Registration: Has it and will it work?
Garry Pearson, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Dental Association - Victoria
Monica Persson, Chief Executive Officer, Audiology Australia
Michael Brett Young, Chief Executive Officer, Law Institute of Victoria
How the Secretary can add value and resolve disputes within boards
Tim Sheehy, Chief Executive Officer, Chartered Secretaries Australia
Keith Roberts, Consultant, NFP Analysts
Developing a digital strategy
Allen Blewitt, Chief Executive Officer, Co-op Bookshop
What can policy governance bring to your association?
Stephen Crocker, Chief Executive Officer, Diabetes ACT
Judith Fox, Policy Advisor, Chartered Secretaries Australia
Organisational change as a result of a new strategic direction
Debra Cerasa, Chief Executive Officer, Royal College of Nursing Australia
Developing a digital strategy: Addressing a key risk for associations
Allen Blewitt, Chief Executive Officer, Co-op Bookshop
Revitalising printed publications
Bobbi Mahlab, Managing Director, Mahlab Media
Noel Pettersen, Chief Executive Officer, National Insurance Brokers Association
Reaching beyond Australia through association conferences
Julie Sheather, Manager, Australian Associations Project
Elizabeth Rich, Chief Executive Officer, Business Events Council of Australia
How to use award shows to boost your association’s profile, member engagement…and your bottom line
Mark Wallage, Creative Director, Concept Event Management Pty Ltd
Jayson Westbury, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Federation of Travel Agents
Strategies for leveraging loyal members to maximise member engagement
Ten must-haves for successful leadership programs
Isabelle Phillips, Managing Director, Mackerel Sky
Martin Long, Consultant, NFP Analysts
Commercial venture opportunities by associations and charities
Frank Spranger, Business Development Manager, Australian Medical Association (Victoria)
Jonathan Casson, Partner, Holman Webb Lawyers
What to keep and how to keep it
Kerry Gordon, Director, Recordkeeping Innovation
How volunteering in developing countries can boost young member involvement in associations
Alison Ford, Partnerships Manager and Marijke Fotia, Partnerships Coordinator, Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development
Implications for NFPs of the Productivity Commission and the Henry Review
Panel Session

EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION FEES – until 18 June 2010
$660 – members
$990 – non-members
$1320 – non-member suppliers

Group Bookings Offer
Register 2 delegates from the same organisation for the conference and a 3rd delegate can attend for free. (Applies to NFPs only)
Scholarships
Fifteen reduced rate scholarships for under-resourced Not-For-Profit organisations are available.
Your registration fee includes:
•    Expert presentations at the conference
•    Detailed conference handbook
•    Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
•    Welcome drinks on Monday 26 July at the Crown Conference Centre
•    Conference dinner on Tuesday 27 July at the Crown Conference Centre

Benefits of attending
*Plenty of practical tips to take back to your own NFP organisation
*Network with a wide range of NFPs from across Australia
*Learn about the latest services and products available to the NFP sector
*Discover the brand new Crown Conference Centre

Feedback from Past Delegates
As always a vital part of my performance development and support
Executive Officer, Australian Institute of Radiography

A diverse range of presentations that provided an overload of information but absolutely essential for non-profit associations. This was probably the best feature in that the context was well-targeted to suit a variety of presentations. Anyone who goes away from this conference without any new ideas has come for the wrong reason
Executive Officer, Australian School Library Associations

1st Conference – Great – has given me some strategies and options to trial and develop. Great depth in experience
Board Member, Australian Lactation Consultants Association

Well run. Kept to time. Room chairs spoke well question time allowed was sufficient for every person who wished to ask a question had the opportunity to do so. Food plentiful and tasty and great variety. The AF team friendly, bright and helpful. Well done to you all for a terrific conference.
Executive Officer, Gastroenterological Nurses College of Australia (GENCA)

Again very useful to hear a variety of views on Association Management issues and opportunities.
CEO, ARCS Australia

Great line-up. Panellists were well matched with presenters, on the whole, and this format of 1.5hours per sessions with discussion is very effective.
Deputy Chief Executive, Engineers Australia

Expected Delegates:
• 350-400 delegates are expected to attend from a cross section of associations, charities, institutes, clubs, and societies.
• Representatives of these organisations are likely to be mainly Senior Management, with some Board Directors in attendance as well.

Accommodation
For your convenience, room blocks have been reserved at the Crown Promenade, Crown Metropol and Crown Towers.  For all hotel reservations please contact the hotel directly.

Exhibition
Do you want to raise your corporate profile with associations?  Are you looking for exposure to leading association executives?
Network with a wide range of not-for-profit organisations over two days and increase your leads and sales in the not-for-profit market
For further information on exhibiting at the Associations Forum National Conference 2010, please contact Veronica  (veronica@associations.net.au)

For general conference enquiries please call 02 9904 8200 or email admin@associations.net.au