September 2011
In This Issue:
- S.T.E.P. Purchasing Dates for 2012
- NMDA Unveils a New Website
- Two NLRB Actions That May Affect You
- Reminder Dues are Due October 1
- Finding Opportunities that are Real and Good
- IBEX Conference - October 17-19, 2011
- Taking Charge of Distribution Sales Available as eBook
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21st Annual S.T.E.P. Purchasing July 16-20, 2012 S.T.E.P. Purchasing provides a centralized location for manufacturers to introduce new products and programs into the distributor marketplace. S.T.E.P. will be held July 16-20, 2012 at the Sheraton Chicago O’Hare. The hotel is being renovated this winter so we will have a fresh, “new” hotel for the next Conference. Mark your calendars now! NMDA Unveils a New Website NMDA has unveiled a new website with a refreshed design and easy-to-use navigation (www.nmdaonline.com). This site is also mobile-friendly! We now have sections dedicated to S.T.E.P. and the Executive Conference, so all the latest information will be posted in those areas. The latest news items will appear on the right hand side of the site and we will be updating this information often, so please check back on a regular basis. We also included a "search" function to make it easy to find information. All NMDA members' passwords and logins were transferred to the new site, so you should be able to access the Member's Only area. The full Member's Directory is now in this area, as well as key news items that can impact your company. If you have trouble accessing the Member's Only area or need a login and password, contact our webmaster. Please take a few minutes to view the site and if you have any comments or ideas for improving the website, please contact Nancy. |
Two NLRB Actions that May Affect You Posting Required Regarding Labor Unions The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has issued a final rule requiring most employers to post a notice informing employees of their rights under Federal law to organize and join labor unions. The rule will take effect and the notice will have to be posted on November 14, 2011, and will have to meet specific requirements in terms of size and language. For details, visit the members only area on the website. NLRB Decision Approves Union Petition to Cherry-Pick a Single Job Classification for Organization The new standard will – and is designed to – facilitate the creation of “micro bargaining units” which will allow labor unions to organize just a few employees out of a single facility, and effectively “cherry-pick” a group of labor-friendly workers. Again, visit the members only section for more information. |
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Reminder Dues and Update Sheets Due October 1 NMDA’s fiscal year begins October 1 and dues statements and update sheets were mailed out recently with an October 1 due date. If you have not received your statement, or need another copy, please email Kathy@nmdaonline.com. |
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Last month's poll:
Does your company have a social media policy? 50% No, but we are thinking about it 50% No, we see no need for it  |
Finding Opportunities that Are Real and Good Date: October
10, 2011
NMDA, inconjunction with the Association Education Alliance, offers you this one-hour webinar by Joe Ellers. Joe will work with you to define not only the type of opportunities that you need to be creating/finding--but also some very simple checks that can be applied to understand if they are real and/or good (for you.) For more information and to register. |
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International BoatBuilder's Conference - October 17-19, 2011
The International BoatBuilder's Conference
(IBEX) will be held October 17-19, 2011 at the Kentucky Exposition
Center in Louisville, KY. See new innovations from leading
marine manufacturers — and experience
these
technologies first-hand. Hear from the most respected
names in the business in the IBEX Seminar Series — and take
new knowledge to put into action as soon as you return home.
For more information and to register.
Taking Care of Distribution Sales Available as eBook
The NAW Institute for Distribution Excellence is pleased to announce that Taking Charge of Distribution Sales: 9 Proven Skills to Lead and Manage Your Sales Team is now available as a Kindle Edition from Amazon.com and as a NOOK Book from Barnes&Noble.com
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Be sure to visit the NMDA website. |