Newsletter - May 2001
Vol. 12, No. 2                    Page 1

 

Thoughts From The President

Jinny Freeman

 
KMGMA Members Spotted Networking!
 
As I walked outside of the hotel, during a break, at the conference I was encouraged to see a group of long time members engaged in a conversation with a new member. It was apparent from the conversation that these individuals were sharing their practice experiences with this new member to solve a practice problem.

The new member indicated she was excited to finally find an organization that not only provided an avenue for education but found the members were helpful and friendly. Her true excitement and actions are difficult for me to explain in writing but whenever I have thought of her the past few weeks it has made me smile.

Sometimes the members that have been in the organization for several years take these things for granted and forget how TERRIFIC the members of KMGMA are in supporting each other.

During the 10+ years I have been a member of KMGMA I have returned from every meeting with more knowledge than I had three days prior. Often the educational value I received was not from a speaker but from another member who shared their knowledge and experience or offered support.

Although we may forget the name of the speaker who assisted us in some area of our practice, I'm sure you all will agree that you never forget the name of a member that provided you with support or assistance when you most needed it.

 
LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK RE: CONFERENCES
 
Every spring and fall the KMGMA executive board anxiously awaits the evaluation survey results following the conference.

The evaluations are one of the ways to communicate educational needs of the membership as well as letting us know how the organization is meeting the needs of the individuals we serve.

Your comments are always appreciated, reviewed and taken into consideration during the development of future conferences. Feel free to contact any of the board members with your comments or concerns.
 
 
 

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