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TO DO:
1> New Event: Enlist Today in
Word of Mouth Basic Training
Put on your marketing fatigues, folks, and fill up your canteen; WOMMA is taking its much-anticipated Word of Mouth Basic Training (WOMBAT) conference to New Orleans, and we're looking for word of mouth recruits.
Taking place April 17-18 in New Orleans, WOMBAT is your how-to resource for everything word of mouth. This year we've got more expert speakers, more case studies, more how-to lessons, and more great networking opportunities.
Event highlights:
* 50+ amazing speakers
* Practical how-to instruction
* Detailed case studies
* Fantastic networking with important people
Basic training is the foundation of every word of mouth effort, and this is your two-day boot camp. Sign up today!
Reserve your spot
2> This Week: Jan. 31 Dinner with
NY Members and Friends
Attention New Yorkers: Do you have dinner plans this Wednesday? Well, you do now! If you live in the tri-state area, join WOMMA Wednesday evening for a special get-together for our New York-area members and friends. No speakers. No panels. Just dinner, drinks, and some awesome conversation. Invite a client and head on over!
Where: H.S.F. Restaurant at 46 Bowery in Chinatown
When: Jan. 31, 2007 | Cocktails, 6:30 p.m. | Dinner, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $100 for non-members, $75 for members
Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Sign up
3> Feb. 14 Teleconference: Learn to
Create Brand Ambassadors
Join us Wednesday, Feb. 14, at noon EST for WOM Wednesdays, WOMMA's ongoing teleconference series. Just register, dial in, and listen up to get the ideas that will truly expand your marketing horizons. While you're at it, consider making this a team event; just grab your peers and dial in from the conference room for the price of a single registration.
Wednesday, Feb. 14, at noon EST
How to Start a Brand Ambassador Movement: Learn to turn your most loyal customers into chatty advocates courtesy of scrapbooking company Fiskars Brands, maker of the famed orange-handled scissors. Featuring Virginia Miracle, director of word of mouth marketing for Brains on Fire, and Suzanne Fanning, senior manager of public relations for Fiskars Brands. (NOTE: Call was previously scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 16. All previous registrations will be honored.)
Coming in February: Teleconferences featuring Nintendo and Microsoft! Stay tuned for more details ...
Cost is $20 for WOMMA members, $60 for non-members.
Sign up
4> Take Advantage of Your
Member Benefits
Your WOMMA membership is much more than a line of text on your resume. WOMMA members get exclusive access to word of mouth jobs, speaking opportunities, and promotional vehicles. Do more with your membership; take advantage of these member benefits:
JOB BOARD
The only job site specifically for word of mouth marketing positions. WOMMA members get a free post each month. Visit www.womma.org/jobs.
SPEAKERS BUREAU
For speakers and event planners, find a speaking gig or an expert speaker, panelist, or keynote. WOMMA members get first crack at the best gigs. Visit www.womma.org/speakers.
MEMBER DIRECTORY
Add your company's contact information, logo, and a full description of what you do. Free for all members and accessible to everyone visiting WOMMA's site. Visit www.womma.org/members. |
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DONE:
1> Announced: Serve on the
Nominating Committee
WOMMA is seeking members with an in-depth understanding of the word of mouth industry and a broad knowledge of WOMMA's membership to serve on its 2007 Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee is responsible for selecting the slate of candidates for the 2007 Board of Directors, which will be voted on by our membership in March. Members of the Nominating Committee should be enthusiastic supporters of WOMMA and WOMMA member companies and must be able to fairly consider the characteristics needed in a high-performance Board.
To serve on the Nominating Committee, you must be the official voting member of a WOMMA member company in good standing. Nominating Committee members are appointed to a one-year term and must commit in advance to attending a one-day, fly-in meeting in Chicago during the last week of February. At that meeting, the Nominating Committee will review statements of qualifications, bios, and endorsements for each candidate and select the slate to fill eight vacant seats on the Board of Directors. If you are selected to serve on the Nominating Committee, you cannot be nominated to serve on the Board this year. Proceedings of the Committee are confidential.
If you are interested in serving WOMMA on this important committee, please contact Tarah Remington at tarah@womma.org no later than Friday, Feb. 2. Use subject line "Nominating Committee."
2> Debuted: New Homepage
Highlights WOM Discussions
WOMMA has launched a new homepage to help our members more easily do what they love to do: talk! The homepage at www.womma.org now features threads from the most active discussion groups inside our Member Center. Check back often to find out what the industry's biggest and brightest minds are talking about, then log into the Member Center to join the conversation.
Current discussion groups:
* The WOMMA Research Symposium
* What can WOMMA do for you?
* Limited-time Blogging
Visit our new homepage and start talking
3> Joined: 10 New Members
Even more companies have joined WOMMA. Welcome to:
Eluma, Hanser & Associates, Carton Donofrio Partners, ASCAP, PHD, WebJunction/OCLC, Fizz, Reed Smith, Froose Brands, and Rose Communications.
We thank everyone for their support!
4> Spreading the Word
Congratulations to WOMMA Board member Idil Cakim, who has a new position as vice president of interactive media with WOMMA member company Golin Harris ... WOMMA member company eCRUSH was recently acquired by Hearst; its president, member Amy Gibby, will stay on with the organization ... WOMMA member company Ice.com has launched a special viral video series for Valentine's Day; check it out on YouTube.
Are you speaking at an event or receiving an award? Were you quoted in the press? Are you making a change at work or at home, or otherwise just doing something really cool? Tell us about it and we'll spread the word! Email editor@womma.org.
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