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Elizabeth B. Berney, CAP President, West  Houston Chapter 2011-2012 Welcome to our chapter’s website on the IAAP Web Community!  If you are already an IAAP member, feel free to get started by building your profile in the “Network” tab above.  You will need to log in. If you are new to the IAAP or would like more information about this chapter and the organization as a whole, please check out the “About Us” tab above.

CHAPTER NEWS Our next chapter meeting will be held Tuesday, February 28, 2012. Speaker:        Melissa Munson, Office Team Topic:        "Business Etiquette" One recertification point approved 5:30 - 6:00 PM - Networking 6:00 - 8:00 PM - Meeting The Hilton Garden Inn 12245 Katy Freeway Houston, TX  77079 RSVP

West Houston Chapter Membership Red Rose             We'd love to extend one to you!

IAAP Mission Statement "Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership development."              ------------------------------------------------------------      West Houston Chapter Needs YOU! Use your talents, make new friends, and help your chapter by serving on one of the various committees: Bylaws/Rules, Publicity, Program, Website, Hospitality are just a few. You can check out the complete list of Committees under the “About Us” tab. Your participation and contribution will ensure that the West Houston Chapter continues to excel and serve its members. New members are always welcome!

New Certifications!              Certified in May 2011: Margette Gallien-Roberts, CAP-OM Deborah Gorrell, CAP Nancy Marsh, CAP-OM Kim Williams, CAP-OM Certified in November 2011: Mary Alaniz, CAP-OM Donna Grant, CAP-OM Amina McEntire, CAP Deborah Nelson, CAP-OM Recertified in 2011:          Elizabeth B. Berney, CAP Stephanie Boothe, CAP Dianne Darlin, CAP-OM Ella Harvey, CAP-OM Tomi Scantlebury, CAP-OM Connie Sipp, CAP Carole Smith, CAP-OM           Congratulations Everyone!

Certification: The Career Advantage IAAP offers the Certified Administrative Professional rating, the industry recognized standard of proficiency. Earning certification improves your professional qualifications, increases your skills and knowledge, raises your self-esteem, and helps you earn a higher salary.  Exams are administered two times per year with upcoming exams scheduled for May 5, 2012 and November 3, 2012. Click here to be directed to the IAAP Headquarters website for more information and links to the application, review guide, and more. Why wait? Do something for yourself and your career today! Get certified!

Questions? Comments? Suggestions?  Email a West Houston Chapter Website Administrator     Dianne Darlin, CAP-OM or     Stephanie Boothe, CAP