Section Management Breakout Sessions

Running a successful Section requires having the tools and support to do the job. This track provides information on obtaining support and resources from the IEEE organization and discusses best practices to follow. Several sessions will address how to manage activities such as finances, conferences and affinity groups. Effective practices for planning successful meetings, volunteer recruitment and leadership development will be covered. New tools for supporting the volunteer administrative responsibilities will also be introduced.

All breakout sessions will be held at the Quebec City Convention Center and are 1hr 15 minutes in length. The presentation from each session will be posted to this web page after IEEE Sections Congress.

Affinity Group Management (Life Members, WIE, GOLD and Consultants Network)
What are the benefits of affinity groups for Sections? How do we form, maintain and manage affinity groups? What funding is available for affinity group activities? This session will be held on Saturday at 1:00pm and Sunday 10:45am.

Lyle Feisel - Presentation (PDF)
Karen Panetta - Presentation (PDF)
Wam Gim Soon - Presentation (PDF)

Communicating the IEEE Message
Marketing and public relations can go a long way in getting name recognition within the community, recruiting new members and keeping current members informed. Concepts and best practices will be presented. This session will be held on Saturday at 2:30pm.

Kathy Kowalenko - Presentation (PDF)
Elizabeth Johnston
Marsha Longshore

Compliance and Regulatory Issues Affecting Sections
Section leaders benefit by having a background and understanding of the legal and regulatory framework in which IEEE Sections operate. This session will review the more common regulations that impact IEEE and its Sections. Section leaders will have an opportunity to interact with IEEE staff working in this area. This session will be held on Saturday at 3:45pm.

David Green - Presentation (PDF)
Anita Ricketts

Conference Management
Planning a Conference? Tap the wealth of IEEE knowledge gathered over the years on how to have a successful conference. In addition, find out about IEEE Conference business requirements and support services. This session will be held on Saturday at 3:45pm and
10:45am on Sunday.

Gerry Engel - Presentation (PDF)
Don Hill - Presentation (PDF)

Introducing vTools and How to Enhance the Volunteer Experience
IEEE volunteers are developing a web-based suite of volunteer tools called vTools. These tools offer simplified and automated solutions in support of Section and chapter meeting administration and calendar events. In addition, work is being done to address a broad range of needs that include automated Web site development, electronic voting, finance, student branch reporting, demographics and more. Come and learn about this exciting new project and how it will support Section operations. This session will be held on Saturday at 2:30pm and 10:45am on Sunday.

Bill Clayton
Ron Jensen - Presentation (PDF)
Howard Michel

Leadership Development
Leadership skills, techniques, strategies and methods will be presented for successful Section management. Developing leadership skills of Section members will also be discussed. This session will be held on Saturday at 3:45pm and 10:45am on Sunday.

Charles Lord
Rob Reilly- Presentation (PDF)

Media Training for Section Leaders
Learn what types of events are most likely to generate media attendance, tips to interest journalists in your event and how to handle reporters’ questions in advance and onsite. Understand what reporters really want and how to prepare for providing what they need. Tools and tips for developing events, handling media interviews and delivering consistent messaging will be presented for IEEE’s 125th anniversary celebration activities and beyond.This session will be held on Sunday at 9:15am.

Marsha Longshore - Presentation (PDF)
Emily Mason

Planning Successful Meetings for Sections and Chapters
A little planning can go a long way towards having effective, action-generated meetings that will keep the Section running smoothly.This session will be held on Saturday at 1:00pm and
1:30pm on Sunday.

Larry Hause - Presentation (PDF) - Will speak on Saturday
Enrique Tejera - Presentation (PDF) - Will speak on Saturday
Peter Magyar - Presentation (PDF) - Will speak on Sunday
Almuhtadi Wahab - Presentation (PDF) - Will speak on Sunday

Resources Available for Program Planning—Educational, Professional, Standards
Section leaders will learn how to use the resources of IEEE to develop and conduct activities for their members, as well as to provide member benefits more locally. This session will be held on Saturday at 2:30pm and Sunday at 1:30pm.

Gary Blank - Presentation (PDF)
Evangelia Micheli-Tzanakou - Presentation (PDF)

Section Financial Management Relationship with IEEE Business Processes
Learn financial management tips for running a Section. From L-50s to bank accounts, this session will cover it all. This session will be held on Saturday at 1:00pm and Sunday at
9:15am.

Rob Anderson - Presentation (PDF)
Jim Howard - Presentation (PDF)

Strategic Planning—How to Incorporate the IEEE and MGA Vision at the Local Level
Strategic planning allows Section leaders to prepare for the future. How far ahead should the plan extend? What are the key strategic issues to consider in a strategic plan? How can the Section incorporate the IEEE and MGA vision/mission into their activities? This session will be held on Saturday at 1:00pm and Sunday at 1:30pm.

Evelyn Hirt - Presentation (PDF)
Ron Jensen

Volunteer Recruitment
How can member engagement improve the recruitment of volunteers within your Section? This session will outline how and where to find Section volunteers that can bring new energy and fresh ideas for running a Section. This session will be held on Saturday at
2:30pm and Sunday at 9:15am.

John Conrad - Presentation (PDF)
C. Satish - Presentation (PDF)