Now is the time for all good folks to come to the aid of the party.... Canterbury Software Inc is having its AGM on Friday 15 August (Cii, 4pm), and will be asking y'all to recognise the benefits of helping to support the sorts of things we've been dong for the local IT industry over the past year.
CSI membership is still just $50 for the 2003/2004 year, which has to be the best value-for-money professional sub you'll ever pay. Here's 10 Good Reasons to Spend $50 on CSI Membership: (1) discounted or free access to practical workshops that give useful advice and real case studies from people who have been at the bleeding edge (non-member surcharges will apply from September) (2) access to the experience of others so you can readily learn from successes (and mistakes!), as well as IT-targeted mentoring services and networking events (3) increased local, national and international profile through the CSI Member Files highlights on the CSI Website, hyperLINK articles and CSI media campaigns on behalf of members (4) extended listings for CSI members in the online Directory ( from September, non-member listings will show name and contact details only; if you're a member and haven't put your details on the Directory yet, go do it now!) (5) practical help with client presentations, elevator pitches and networking at the monthly CSI Elevator Cafe (free for all to attend, but CSI membership required for presenters from September) (6) effective, efficient job-hunting and staff-seeking via the CSI jobs listing and RealContacts jobs service (7) direct contacts and up-to-date information on funding, research and business assistance specifically designed for our sector (the CSI Website Resource section has information areas for members only) (8) helpful, informative postings on the email forum for fast problem solving, sharing of information, invitations to industry-relevant events (9) the opportunity to influence government and other relevant bodies through a united ICT voice for Canterbury, and to participate in CSI- organised "trade missions" to lobby Wellington in areas of concern to our industry and region (10) reduced costs for CSI members to access business opportunities such as CSI-negotiated discounts for e-tendering and professional association contacts (11) members have free use of the CSI banner, brochure stand and other supportive marketing material and advice (12) members get a snazzy stylish pin for your suit lapel (yes, it works on T-shirts too :-) and a nice certificate for the wall But wait, there's more...but I'm sure you get the drift by now...$50 is really a token payment but it's important to demonstrate your support. If you want to be a part of this, then join up now. There's an easy form at: http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/join.htm And come along to the AGM (Friday 15 August, Cii, 4pm). The BBQ afterwards offers a great chance to bend the ear of the leadership team and let us know what else you want for your $50 (we'd be delighted to hear suggestions -- keep 'em practical!). Any questions? Ask James Saruchera, the CSI Facilitator (he can check your current membership status, for example). Email him at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] It'll be the best-value $50 you've ever spent. See you at the AGM, Vicki Hyde for Canterbury Software Inc leadership team ====================================================== SPIS Ltd, Box 19-760, Christchurch, NZ http://spis.co.nz * FREE TurboNote+ sticky note trial: http://TurboNote.com --> via Canterbury Software email forum: Success through Connections Email your messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Searchable list archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] Leave or rejoin the list: http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/forum.htm
