The 2017-18 Not For Profit Remuneration Report is now available! The AuSAE member price is $231.00 instead of RRP of $286.00; a saving of $55.00 or 20%.

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Overview and Purpose

What are you worth? Use Australia's leading and most comprehensive Not for Profit Remuneration Report. This Report offers valuable information on the remuneration of a comprehensive range of position LEVELS within the Australian Not for Profit sector. It covers CEOs, Board members, all senior managers and staff positions. It includes important benchmarking data from the most recent financial year, and tracks critical trends in remuneration levels for CEOs and senior positions over the last decade.

Have the confidence that your remuneration decisions accurately reflect the latest information on Not for Profit sector remuneration in Australia.

The report presents results for each position by:

• total organisation expenditure;
• benefits paid;
• total number of employees;
• number of employees reporting to the position;
• number of paid members;
• geographic scope;
• headquarters location;
• organisation classification;
• incumbent's gender; and
• length of time in position.

Functions Covered (each with 3 staff Levels)

• Board; 
• Executive;
• Accreditation / Certification;
• Administration;
• Business / Commercial Operations;
• Cenre or Facility Operations;
• Communications;
• Conventions / Meetings / Exhibitions;
• Education / Training;
• Finance;
• Fundraising;
• Human Resources;
• Information and Communications Systems;
• Marketing;
• Membership;
• Policy / Government Relations / Advocacy;
• Publications;
• Specific Program or Service;
• Technical / Research; and
• Welfare and Community Development / Support. 

We are very proud of the quality and breadth of details in the report; and are again confident in its value in the hands of those involved in the association and NFP sector generally.

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Thank you for being a member this past year, the team at AuSAE hope we had the chance to meet you and demonstrate our passion for the Association industry and developing this further in Australia and New Zealand.

We invite you to join us again in 2018 and continue to make a powerful investment in your career at the Australasian home for Association professionals.

• Belong to community of like-minded professionals to compare experiences and hear success stories
• Connect to great people and great ideas to expand your network
• Advance your career, enhance your skills and professional development and stay up-to-date with industry trends
• Be inspired and learn from industry leaders and Association peers

We’re pleased to let you know our key milestones this year:

• Increased our community of Association professionals by 16% adding 180 new members
• In New Zealand we held 33 events including the annual LINC Conference and Exhibition
• More than 427 people attended NZ Events
• Piloted a new event series titled Women in Association Leadership in Australia
• In Australia, we hosted 53 events including the ACE Conference and Exhibition
• Welcomed more than 1,350 people at Australian events across 7 States & Territories
• Repositioned and refreshed our brand identity to better represent the membership
• Launched a new monthly e-newsletter Association Insights including member only content

Our focus in 2018 will be to:

• Expand our online education program
• Increase our focus on developing practical resources and tools
• Add new formats to our face-to-face events
• Support the development of benchmarking reports, advice and knowledge centres
• Investigate the introduction of an Association Manager Certification

Thank you for your on-going support of the only not-for-profit organisation representing Association Professionals, together we can build the capability and capacity of Association Leaders and Membership organisations.

Renew your AuSAE membership today!

RENEW TODAY and call our team on 1800 764 576. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Mentors are truly magnificent people who share their time, energy and experience with someone else. They guide and encourage, they challenge and confront, but most of all they support and listen.

My first real mentor was an ex-boss. He gave me my first job as a graduate and watched out for me as I progressed through the ranks of a multinational, eventually reaching the Marketing Director role that he was in when he employed me.

Throughout the intervening fifteen years, he was a sounding board and provided a fresh perspective when I couldn’t see the wood from the trees. But most of all it was his belief in me, as an inexperienced young woman, straight out of university, that I most appreciated. His unwavering belief in my potential helped me gain confidence until I, too, believed in me.

Many people I meet, say they have never had a mentor. If this is true, then they have truly missed out on something special. I suspect, though, that they actually have had people support and guide them, they just haven’t thought to us the label of ‘mentor’. Equally, I believe that there are people who may be thought of as a mentor by another, without ever realising the depth of impact that their words of encouragement or advice, might have had.

On National Mentoring Day, it’s a great time to pause and reflect. Who have been, and are, the mentors in your life? What have they contributed and what was their legacy? Isn’t it time you acknowledged them or expressed your gratitude? Make their day with a thank you, big or small.

And don’t underestimate your own capacity to touch someone’s life in a profound way. Is there someone you could provide mentorship to? There is almost nothing more rewarding than knowing you have truly helped someone reach their potential.

Life is short, do it today!

This article was sourced from Art of Mentoring.

Advanced Solutions International (ASI), a leading global provider of software and services for associations and not-for-profits, announced today that the 2017 release of its iMIS 20 Engagement Management System (EMS)™ is now available. iMIS 20 2017 helps organizations better connect with their members, donors, and other constituents — thereby deepening engagement, improving satisfaction, and increasing retention. Learn more at www.advsol.com/primis.

With each new iMIS 20 release, ASI continues to extend its vision of the only Engagement Management System for the not-for-profit world that can eliminate data silos, improve reporting, and enable continuous performance improvement in a single cloud-based system. iMIS 20 2017 will help organizations increase operational efficiency, make better business decisions and advance their missions.

The RiSE web development platform — the central nervous system of iMIS 20 — makes all of this possible by concentrating database management and web publishing into a single, easy-to-use application. With iMIS 20, an organization's website and business system can be one and the same.

The iMIS 20 2017 release contains 150+ new features and enhancements, including:

• Engagement scoring
• Security and PCI improvements
• 100+ new reports, queries and dashboards

Learn more about iMIS 20 2017 at http://www.advsol.com/primis.

About ASI

Advanced Solutions International (ASI) is a recognized global, industry thought leader that focuses on helping associations and not-for-profits increase operational and financial performance through the use of best practices, proven solutions, and ongoing client advisement. Since 1991, ASI has served nearly 4,000 clients and millions of users worldwide, both directly and indirectly through a network of over 100 partners, and currently maintains corporate offices in the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia.

See ASI at the AuSAE LINC Conference in Wellington 13/14 November. 

The Australian Custodial Services Association (ACSA), the peak body representing the custody industry in Australia, today announced the appointment of Mr Robert J. Brown as its chief executive officer.

The appointment of Mr Brown represents a milestone for the organisation, and comes as the industry works through key issues including the Asia Fund Passport legislation and the blockchain replacement of ASX’s CHESS system.

Mr Brown is a 30-year veteran of the financial services industry, working at senior levels of organisations such as HSBC Securities Services, National Australia Bank, Commonwealth Bank of Australia and State Street Australia.

Commenting on Mr Brown’s appointment, ACSA Chair, Mr David Knights said: “After an exhaustive recruitment process, we are pleased to welcome Rob back to ACSA as CEO. He brings a wealth of experience in the custody and financial services sectors, together with a past contribution to ACSA itself. His knowledge and skills will serve ACSA well as our industry adapts to the strategic shifts underway in the financial services sector.

“On behalf of the ACSA Board and the wider industry, we welcome Rob to the role and look forward to his leadership in driving the Australian custody industry forward,” Mr Knights said.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Brown said: “ACSA is a unique organisation that provides value to its members, and insight to broader stakeholders, in the interests of an efficient and vibrant securities servicing sector. I look forward to developing further dialogue with members, and ensuring that our organisation is fully aligned to opportunities. ACSA’s history of collaboration, and our member’s willingness to share deep technical knowledge, provides a powerful platform for the ongoing development for our organisation.”

Mr Brown started in the new role on Monday 16 October 2017.

This media release was sourced from ACSA and was written by Kurt Graham.

AuSAE are proud to champion our new initiative Women in Association Leadership #WIAL. Our new networking series will provide a platform to showcase and celebrate our #WIAL who have led the way.

With no other event like this for our association leaders in the marketplace, we are aiming to bring like-minded women together to build those support networks and develop professional and personal skill sets.

Our first series will welcome three inspiring women in associations who will share their journeys, challenges and advice in a facilitated and interactive discussion.

Speakers include Cassandra Heilbronn, President, Women Lawyers Association of Queensland and Senior Associate, MinterEllison. Dominique Lamb, CEO and Director, National Retail Association and NRA Legal. Jane Schmitt, CEO, Australian Medical Association Queensland. Facilitator is Mel Kettle.  

To register for our Brisbane event: Brisbane 22 November

In Melbourne we welcome two inspiring women, and a male champion of change in associations who will share their journeys, challenges and advice in a facilitated and interactive discussion. 

Speakers include Mark Anderson, Chief Executive Officer, Swimming Australia. Dr Zena Burgess, Chief Executive Officer, The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr Louise Schaper, Chief Executive Officer, Health Informatics Society of Australia. Facilitator Mel Kettle.

To register for our Melbourne event: Melbourne 21 November

Grab your colleagues, best friend or boss (male or female) and come along to #WIAL and see what we can achieve when we all come together.

The Australian Bankers’ Association today resolved to nominate ANZ Chief Executive Officer Shayne Elliott as Chair at its Annual General Meeting in early December.

Mr Elliott will succeed current Chair of the ABA, National Australia Bank Group Chief Executive Officer Mr Andrew Thorburn.

Commenting on the nomination Mr Elliott said: “The banking industry is working hard to build trust with customers, the community and with federal and state politicians on all sides. While we have made significant improvements in recent times, rebuilding community trust is a long-term issue and change within the industry needs to be bolder and faster.

“I look forward to making a positive and progressive contribution as the industry continues with the important task of delivering sustained change which delivers better outcomes for customers and helps rebuild our reputation.

“I would like to thank Andrew Thorburn for his stewardship of the ABA during this time and I look forward to building on his strong legacy of industry reform,” Mr Elliott said.

ABA Chief Executive Anna Bligh welcomed Mr Elliott’s nomination.

“Shayne has a long and distinguished career in banking and will bring considerable energy and commitment to the transformation process led by Andrew,” Ms Bligh said.

“The industry is currently undergoing the greatest program of reforms that banking has seen in decades. It’s vital that this continues and that we work to rebuild trust and better service the needs and expectations of the community,” she said.

By convention, the Chair of the ABA rotates between the Chief Executive Officers of the major banks. With the CEO succession announcement at the Commonwealth Bank in 2018, the next organisation on rotation is ANZ.

“For the sake of continuity it was decided to bring forward Mr Elliott’s term rather than seek an alternate chair,” Ms Bligh said.

“There are a number of reviews and reforms to be introduced in the coming year, so consistency is important. I am looking forward to working closely with Mr Elliott in his new role,” she said.

Mr Elliott’s term will begin after the ABA’s Annual General Meeting in December.

This media release was sourced from the Bankers Association and written by Stephanie Arena. 

Meetings & Events Australia (MEA) is excited to announce the launch of its revamped National Awards Program.

A working group - consisting of representatives from all sectors of the events industry – scrutinised and restructured the Program’s categories, questions and format. The number of awards to be presented is similar to previous years; more than 16 Awards have been consolidated, rewritten or renamed.

New awards include an Innovation Award, a Social Legacy Award, recognising the social and financial impact events deliver to destinations and communities, Unique Event venue with accommodation, Creative Design, Education and Training, and several awards for Associations, Government and regional events.

The complex two-part application process has been streamlined into one simple application and the application period has been extended into mid-February, so more entries are anticipated than ever before. The qualifying period for this first year is from 1 October 2016 to 31 December 2017 to transition from the previous program. From 2018, the Awards will cover the events held within each calendar year. The coveted MEA trophy is also undergoing a facelift, with the mantle-worthy display piece to be unveiled at the State Awards in April 2018.

Alana Hay, Chair of the Awards Review Working Group, said, “The new MEA National Awards Program more accurately reflects the meetings and events industry, the breadth of the MEA membership and the depth of innovation and creativity that is required to deliver exceptional meetings, events and experiences. This is your opportunity to reflect on your work, showcase your expertise and celebrate outstanding success with the best of the best from all sectors of the industry. I encourage MEA members to submit an application for an Award.”

Awards will be judged by a panel of esteemed industry leaders from all sectors of the industry under the guidance of the Head of Judges, Ian Stuart. The State finalists and winners will be announced in April at State Awards events to be held around the country, with the winners of the National Awards to be presented at the gala dinner on the last night of the 2018 MEA Conference, to be held in Adelaide.

The Awards portal will be live at www.meetingsevents.com.au/awards2017 from Monday 23 October until the 5pm 14 February 2018, providing MEA members ample time to collaborate with their clients and colleagues and submit an entry.

LIST OF 2017 AWARDS

Events of the Year

• Association Event of the Year NEW
• Government Event of the Year NEW
• Corporate Event of the Year
• Event of the Year UPDATED
• Exhibition of the Year
• Public Event of the Year
• Cause Related Event of the Year
• Regional Event of the Year NEW

Event Management Awards

• Professional Conference Organisation UPDATED
• Event Management Team – Association NEW
• Event Management Team – Government NEW
• Event Management Team - Corporate
• Event Agency NEW

Venue Awards

• Meeting Exhibition or Event Venue – Capacity less than 500 UPDATED
• Meeting Exhibition or Event Venue – Capacity more than 500 UPDATED
• Unique Event venue with accommodation NEW
• Unique Event Venue without accommodation NEW

Event Production and Services Awards

• Banqueting and Catering
• Audio Visual Services UPDATED
• Event Technology NEW
• Specialist Services and Suppliers NEW
• Creative Design NEW
• Event Marketing NEW
• Exhibition Services

Destination Marketing Awards

• Metropolitan Destination Marketing Organisation or Bureau UPDATED
• Regional Destination Marketing Organisation or Bureau UPDATED

Event Professional Awards

• Operations Person of the Year
• Sales, Marketing or Business Development Person of the Year UPDATED
• Event Manager of the Year - PCO
• Event Manager of the Year – Agency NEW
• Event Manager of the Year – In-house UPDATED
• YMEA Future Leader

Education and Training Award NEW
Social Legacy Award NEW
Innovation Award NEW
Outstanding Industry Contribution Award UPDATED
Platinum Award - Event Company of the Year
Platinum Award - Event Professional of the Year

The Perth Convention Bureau’s (PCB) 2018 Aspire Program is now open to individuals involved with not-for-profit associations in Western Australia, who can apply for the City of Perth Convention Scholarship and the Giving West Conference Scholarship funded by PCB under its Aspire Program. The aim of the Aspire Program is to assist the individual’s personal and professional development through attendance at a relevant international conference. The funding covers travel, accommodation and registration expenses to the maximum value of the award.

Application information and guidelines are now available at http://www.pcb.com.au/aspire. 

The deadline for applications is the 29th March 2018. A wide of assistance and advice is available to help you apply, for more information please contact Sophia Okeby, Communications Manager on +61 (0)8 9218 2921 or email sokeby@pcb.com.au.

With the full support of its board, the Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB) is pleased to announce the election of Karen Bolinger, CEO of the Melbourne Convention Bureau as its new president.

The election was held at the AACB Annual General Meeting yesterday and announced at the opening of the AACB Conference this morning.

“I am looking forward to a productive year, with one of the first actions being to revisit the strategic plan with a view to the future model of the business events industry in Australia.”, said Ms Bolinger.

“AACB has a powerful voice in advocating for industry, stakeholders and partners who benefit from the sector, as well as influencing government to raise the profile of this vital economic driver for Australia.

“I plan to continue the great work that has already been achieved and delivering new initiatives established in the 2017/18 strategic plan.”

Ms Bolinger opened the AACB Conference with a presentation on the significance and growth of the business events industry, following the official presidential handover from Lyn Lewis-Smith. Ms Lewis-Smith, CEO of Business Events Sydney served as AACB president for 4 years.

“It has been an honour to be AACB President over the last four years, and I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved together over that time. Particularly the progress we have made engaging government and industry in the value and importance of business events, and the vital impact they have on the Australian economy. I look forward to working with Karen, Andrew, the board and all our members to build on that progress in the years to come.”, said Ms Lewis-Smith.

The Board also welcomes the appointment of Michael Matthews, CEO at the Canberra Convention Bureau as Treasurer, and Damien Kitto, CEO of the Adelaide Convention Bureau as Vice President.

AACB CEO, Andrew Hiebl said, “I would like to give a special thanks to Lyn for the time that she has committed to leading the AACB. It has been a privilege to serve under Lyn’s leadership over the last four years - a period in which I regard as one of personal growth through her guidance, advice and mentorship. I look forward to working closely with the new Executive team that has been elected.”

The 28th Annual AACB Conference is underway at the Henry Jones Art Hotel in Hobart, Tasmania, commencing with the Welcome Reception last night and concluding with the AIME Gala Dinner on Friday 8 September.

The Conference offers a unique opportunity for competitors and industry counterparts to network, share ideas, discuss trends and issues, and work collaboratively to develop the overall business events market in Australia.

This media release was written by Annika Hofsink, Marketing & Communications Executive.