Spring Professional Conference by the International Association of Administrative Professionals

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     Administrative Professionals Converge in Minneapolis    Spring Professional Conference    May 16-18, 2014  Minneapolis is the place for the administrative workforce to enhance their professional success by attending workshops, seeing new products at the Expo of top industry vendors, and networking with other career-minded professionals. Administrative professionals are invited to attend the Spring Professional Conference, Division Annual Meeting, and Expo on May 16-18 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis.  This three-day event will provide the following: ? Workshops on topics that will increase your skill and value on the job; ? Latest technology trends and strategies; ? Exhibitor expo with top industry vendors; ? Saturday evening banquet and entertainment; ? Networking with administrative professionals from companies including: Medtronic, Target, 3M, Land O?Lakes, Aveda, Allina Health, HealthPartners, Ryan, Thrivent, etc.; ? Recertification credits for CAP and CAP-OM certification holders; and ? Fun activities planned for all in the heart of Minneapolis.   ?Take Note!? Microsoft OneNote ? Notebooks for the Digital Age and ?Smart? Devices for the Administrative Professional  Greg Creech is a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist instructor having achieved expert status in the Microsoft Office User Specialist Instructor program.  Through humor, the piano, computers, and a unique speaking style he delivers programs that you will never forget. Learn, Laugh, and Retain!  ?Be the Ultimate Assistant:  The Secret Sauce of Leadership? and ?Find Your Voice and Change the World?  Bonnie Low-Kramen, Ultimate Assistant, L.L.C.  She is Past Personal Assistant to Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis and is recognized as one of the most respected leaders in the profession.  Bonnie is now an instructor of workshops for assistants in major U.S. cities, Toronto, and London.  "Together We Can Make a Difference!  Easy as ABC" Dortha Gray, CAP-OM, currently serving her second term as International Treasurer of IAAP is joining us to share a fun way to look at a variety of topics, including what determines the success of a leader, managing and accepting change, tips on how to deal with stress, how to develop a clear vision to inspire others, resiliency, and effective communication skills -- just to name a few.   All events will be held at the Radisson Plaza Hotel, 35 South 7th Street, Minneapolis, MN  55402.  Room rate:  $134 per night. For hotel reservations go to:  http://www.radisson.com/reservation (Promotional code - IAAP) Registration for the Professional Conference and Minnesota-North Dakota-South Dakota Division Annual Meeting may be found at:  www.iaap-mnndsd-division.org or view the brochure.  To hear more about the International Association of Administrative Professionals and what this organization can provide for you, check out the website:  www.iaap-hq.org. For additional information about the conference or the Minnesota-North Dakota-South Dakota Division of the IAAP, contact President Melissa Tofte, CAP-OM,  612-492-4402 or melissa.tofte@ryancompanies.com.