How Can National Help Me? Jane Zaretskie, Director of Membership and Chapters Andrew Schieffer, Membership Coordinator Debbie Smith, Chapters Coordinator Maria Conticelli, Sections and Divisions Manager

Connect with your fellow leaders – Leadership Directory Updated twice per year Names and photos of: -Chapter Presidents -Section and Division Chairs -Vice Presidents for the Circuits -Board of Directors -Foundation Board of Directors -FBBC Board of Directors -National Staff For the latest information, check

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Leadership Resources Portal Benefits: Membership reports Funding resources Programming ideas Event submission forms Setting up event payment options Model By-Laws Membership Plan templates Achievement Plan templates Sample membership letters FBA PowerPoints Leadership Training Info Branding and downloadable logos And more!

Personalized for your Chapter, Section and Division – Membership totals – Sections and Divisions breakdown – Awards – Newsletter – New events at National Can be used for recruitment or education of potential/current members Personalized PowerPoint Presentations

Purpose: Provides a platform by which Chapter, Section and Division leaders can plan their year with regard to programming, membership, publications, finances, etc. Benefits: Outlines goals and specific leader responsibilities Informs National staff of plans for the year so that National can allocate resources/support as needed Achievement Plans

Chapter Activity Fund Chapter Community Outreach Grants (Established and New Chapters) Ilene and Michael Shaw Public Service Award and Younger Lawyer Public Service Grant Private firms as co-sponsors Similar organizations as co-sponsors Collaboration with fellow Chapters, Sections and Divisions Suggested Funding Sources for Programming

Found on Leadership Resources Portal Add events to your calendar Your events will also appear on the National calendar registration forms, event programs, and PayPal links after submitting Event Submission Form

Sent to FBA Members every Wednesday Great way to effectively and efficiently communicate with Chapters/Circuits, Sections and Divisions: –Targeted messaging: Connects directly with the FBA database and isolates members who are in a specific Circuit, Section and Division –Eliminates inbox clutter –Reaches larger audience Weekly E-Newsletter

Another way to spread the word about your event without spamming National can retweet or share your event Is National following you? Publicize Your Events via Social Media

Reserved for past events Summaries with captioned photos are always appreciated No submission deadline (2-3 month turnaround) No limit to the number of submissions Great way to recognize incoming and outgoing leaders Celebrate Past Events in The Federal Lawyer

Personalized Webpages on Welcome Message Event calendar Leadership roster Past event recaps and photos Historical info (Chapter History Project) Publications (Newsletters) Chapter boundaries

Membership Reports Stay in touch with your current membership Develop listserv Reach out to New and Expiring members Check for data integrity issues Posted to the Leadership Resources Portal each month

Materials to Help you Recruit Membership Collateral –PDF applications –Membership Benefits one- pager –Member Plus Program flyer Quarterly Membership Calls –Guest speakers from Chapters, Sections and Divisions –Share success stories and challenges

Materials to Help you Retain How National reaches out to expiring members –Hard copy renewal invoices –Multiple reminders –“Last Chance” TFL reminder –Phone calls Tools for you to reach out to expiring members –Sample membership renewal s and letters

Welcome New Members Sample Letters and s Available on the Leadership Resources Portal Recognize Tenured Members Submit photos to The Federal Lawyer Magazine Certificates and Templates Available from National Office Celebrate Member Achievements Member News Section of Weekly E-Newsletter National Office’s Social Media Channels Materials to Help you Engage

Each Section and Division shall sponsor a minimum of one (1) educational program per Fiscal Year. Section and Division programming should be shared with National staff at least 30 days prior to the event. If CLE credit is needed, Section and Division leaders must discuss the program with National staff at least 60 days in advance. National staff will provide the CLE committee members with deadlines for the documents needed to file CLE applications. Continuing Legal Education

Webinars *FBA members receive access to one FREE Audio Webinar each month. Live Audio Webinars: FBA presents 2-3 times/month; Members can present from the comfort of home/office Live Video Webinars: FBA presents quarterly; Filmed at the FBA National Office in Arlington, VA

Printed Newsletters: Professionally designed; take longer to produce (about 3 weeks); printing costs charged to the Section/Division; ed, posted online, and given out at events/conferences E-Newsletters: Professionally designed; quicker turnaround time (about 2 weeks); no cost to the Section/Division; ed and posted online Circuit Updates: A great opportunity for members from all across the country to provide updates from their circuit; ed and posted online *Don’t forget to set a publication schedule with the National office! Section/Division Publications

Financial Reports are ed to the officers of each Section and Division on the 25 th of each month, for the month prior. Any expenses over $500 that are not included in the original Achievement Plan must be approved by the Board of that Section and Division and captured in meeting minutes. A copy of those minutes should be provided to National staff in order for payment to be processed. Contributions or sponsorships pledged to a non-FBA organization that, in sum, are equal to $10,000 or greater per fiscal year shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Directors. Funds should be used to advance the mission of the FBA and provide value to Section and Division members. Section/Division Financial Management

Quarterly Chapter Rebates 20% of all dues is given back to chapters on a quarterly basis (excluding foreign associates and law student associates) Ensure current Treasurer information is on file Consider direct deposit

Awards Program The FBA Awards program is an excellent way to recognize and honor the hard work and success of your Chapter, Section, Division, and those individuals who have made notable contributions to their practice. Younger Federal Lawyer Awards Chapter Activity Awards Newsletter Recognition Awards Section/Division Recognition Awards And more! *All awards are presented at the Annual Meeting and Convention. Deadline to submit applications: June 1, 2016

Chapter Checklist Current bylaws* Employer I.D. number and 501(c)(6) status Establish a leadership ladder and regular election process Provide National with the leadership roster and ensure that all listed Board members are active FBA members President’s “Welcome Message” for website Complete: –Chapter Certification Form* (due June 15) –Membership Plan* Identify: –Membership Chair –Government Relations Committee Liaison –National Delegate (Attends Mid-Year and Annual Meetings) –Incoming President (Attends Leadership Training and Capitol Hill Day) Chapter History Project for website *Samples and templates are available on the Leadership Resources Portal and from National staff.

Section/Division Checklist Current bylaws* (that mirror your actual practices and align with National policies) Establish leadership ladder Provide National with the leadership roster and ensure that all listed Board members are active FBA members Identify Committee Chairs Chair’s “Welcome Message” for website Complete: –Election Certification Form* (due August 1) –Achievement Plan* (due December 1) –Membership Plan* Set programming and membership goals for the year *Samples and templates are available on the Leadership Resources Portal and from National staff.