SMEI Chairman: Looking at SMEI in a Global Way
This week marks 8 years since I joined SMEI. In my time with SMEI, I have been privileged to serve on the SMEI Honolulu board of directors in various roles and positions, numerous committees, and dozens of projects. Being nominated to the International board of directors in 2009 has allowed me to see SMEI in a much more global way. One fact that rings true at every level of the organization: The Sales and Marketing profession is alive and well! SMEI provides a wonderful network of individuals connected by the passion that we all feel about our chosen profession. Each year, that global influence and network grows stronger, which I have witnessed first-hand during my SMEI travels throughout the USA, Canada, China and Vietnam.
I am honored to serve as SMEI’s 2013-2015 International Chairman. This term marks a significant milestone for SMEI, as we focus on our members, and how enhanced programming for local groups and web based members, certification programs, and much, much more can provide the best in class membership experience.
Our organization has always been a leader in growth, retention, financial stability, certification, and credibility. To strengthen and expand that status, we must focus on the life’s blood of our organization: Membership & Certification. I hope you will join me in the international effort to bolster membership, and reintroduce the benefits of professional certification in your local markets.
Our 2013-2015 Board of Directors and Officers started planning several months ago. Here are a few things you can expect see in the upcoming year as we build a higher level of value for our membership:
- Comprehensive Web-based Programming
- Enhanced local Group Programming
- Certification Benefits (Study Groups & Local Leadership)
- Local and Regional Group Leadership Development Support
- Best Practices Forums
- Fall 2013 International Leadership Conference
- International Business & Market Tours
The health of SMEI depends on the solid foundation that our membership provides. We are committed to grow responsibly and sustainably to ensure SMEI can provide our members value in our local and global community for many years to come.
Together we will make 2013-2015 an outstanding period for SMEI, and together we will grow our organization to a whole new level.
The 2013-2015 Board of Directors and I wish you much Aloha in the coming year. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at anytime if you need our assistance.