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NAPM-Lehigh Valley, Inc. 2008 NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER |
President's Corner:
By Aric D. Wentz, A.P.P.
Greetings everyone! I write this post on election day, and I can’t help but stand in awe of this pivotal moment in American history. The societal and economic implications of this election are monumental, and supply management professionals can certainly count themselves among the interested parties.
There can be little disputing the fact that we find ourselves in a recession the likes of which have not been experienced for decades. Already the federal government has acted to address the credit crisis, and there are sure to be continued efforts of public intervention. It has been long since the American economy functioned as a truly free market, but the recent government bailouts signal an entirely new paradigm. In this environment, supply management professionals must ceaselessly monitor their markets and manage their supply base. Executive management will rely upon our professionals more than ever to provide a strategic input as our organizations weather this economic downturn.
It is with this climate in mind that I recommend our members maintain a strong commitment to professional growth. As always, you can depend upon NAPM-LV to continue to provide education events, seminars, and networking opportunities. Our presence in the
Therefore, I’m very pleased to welcome you to the November Professional Development Meeting as described below. Our first two events this program year have been very well received, and we are especially excited about the presenters this month. I look forward to seeing you there.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MEETING
Monday – November 24, 2008
Note: Meeting will be held at Green Pond Country Club, 3604 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem, PA 18020 Phone: 610-253-2505
Directions:
From Allentown: Take Rt 22 East to Rt 33 South. Exit Rt 33 at William Penn Highway. Bear right at bottom of exit ramp onto William Penn Highway. Follow William Penn Highway approximately ½ mile to Farmersville Road (Skating rink or Moyer Lumber Company on the left-hand side is a landmark). Turn right onto Farmersville road and follow for ¼ mile. The entrance to Green Pond is on your right.
Dinner Reservations: Please have your response before 5:00pm, Wednesday, November 19, 2008. DINNER RESERVATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE.
Respond to linda.rider@mineralstech.com or phone 610-882-8671 or by fax 610-882-1166. Cost: Members – no charge Guest - $25 Students - $10 Checks payable to NAPM-LV Pre-dinner forum: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Dinner: 6:30 - 7:15 pm After dinner presentation: 7:15 - 7:45 pm Pre-Dinner Speaker: L. Gene Alessandrini Senior Vice President - Marketing, PPL EnergyPlus, LLC Topic: Energy Outlook 2008 and Beyond As the Senior Vice President of Marketing, Gene is responsible for buying and selling energy in competitive wholesale and deregulated retail markets in the United States. Since joining PPL in 2006, Gene has been responsible for PPL’s mid-and long-term energy transactions in key U.S. markets. Before coming to PPL, Gene served as the Manager of Mid-Markets at Exelon and he also held several other management roles at Conectiv Energy Supply. Gene holds a master’s degree in business administration from the
After Dinner Speaker: John Powell, Strategic Accounts Manager, Graphic Packaging International, Inc. Topic: The Salesperson’s Perspective of the Supply Management Professional For the past eleven years, John has held the position of Strategic Accounts Manager for Graphic Packaging (formerly known as Altivity Packaging and Smurfit-Stone Container). Graphic Packaging is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and holds a leading market position in coated-recycled boxboard and specialty bag packaging. The company’s customers include some of the most widely recognized companies in the world. John has achieved the Top Sales Award for five consecutive years. Prior to entering a career in sales, John spent 20 years in the Supply Management Profession. He was employed by Penn-Dixie Cement as a Corporate Buyer; by Pfizer, Inc as a Project Buyer and was the Director of Purchasing at Essroc Cement Company for fourteen years. John has Lifetime Certification as a C.P.M.John holds a master’s degree and bachelor’s degree in business administration from
NAPM-LV FOOD AND SUPPLIES DRIVE "NAPM-LV is asking our members and friends to join our efforts to collect items for the needy. We are asking for items that are non-perishable, and also small household/personal use items. We will be gathering these donations at each PDM from November to February, and will be donating the items to organizations like Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley, Turning Point, and American Red Cross."
LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ITEMS TO HELP THESE CHARITIES STOCK THEIR SHELVES DURING THESE DIFFICULT ECONOMIC TIMES. November 24, 2008 including the February 23, 2009 meeting. Please contact Donna.Molnar@bbraun.com, or call 610-596-2937. SATELLITE SEMINARS
Dates and Topics for ISM's 2008-2009 Satellite Seminars are as follows: Thursday, April 23, 2009 - Preparing to Negotiate On-Shore and Offshore For more information regarding Satellite Seminars, contact: Jim Lichtenwalner at: jflichtenwalner@pplweb.com Carl F. Zipf Memorial Scholarship Program Purpose - Scholarship awards are granted to qualified applicants, under the NAPM-LV approved guidelines. Applicants must be in the process of pursuing a degree in supply chain management, material management, or in a business-related field, or work in the supply chain management field. Applicants must have been accepted into an accredited institution of higher education, either full time or part time, to further their educational goals. The scholarship fund supports the public purpose of NAPM, that being education. Application for Candidacy 2009 NAPM of the
Carl F. Zipf Memorial Scholarship Name: ____________________________________________ City/Town: ____________________________________________ State: _____________ Zip Code:________ Home telephone Number: ____________________________________________ Cell Phone Number: ____________________________________________ Email:____________________________________________ College Attending: ____________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________ City/Town: ____________________________________________ State: ______________ Zip Code:_________ Part Time: __________ Full Time:________ Class: Freshman/ Sophomore/ Junior / Senior/ Graduate Student Major: __________________________ Minor: ____________________________ Approximate GPA: ________________ Expected Date of Graduation: ________ Degree: ___________________________ Briefly explain your activities/offices held in college and/or other organizations: Please list any other scholarships you have already received: Please explain why you have chosen your particular major and what career you ultimately plan to pursue (use another sheet if you need additional space): Do you have any relatives or friends that are members of NAPM of the
How did you hear about the Carl F. Zipf Memorial Scholarship? Note: Applicants must have a minimum of 3.0 to be awarded a scholarship. Also, the following MUST BE INCLUDED with the application: A copy of your most recent college transcript. A copy of the upcoming semester’s college acceptance form. An essay explaining why you believe the NAPM-LV scholarship committee should award you this scholarship. Please include how this scholarship will assist you with your education and life’s goals. Applicant’s Signature: _______________________________ Date: ____________ Please submit this application no later than
BENEFITING THE SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK, TURNING POINT, AND THE RED CROSS
CEREAL PEANUT BUTTER
JELLY TUNA
RICE PASTA
SALT SUGAR
CANNED VEGETABLES FIRST AID ITEMS
CANNED MEATS/STEWS SOUPS
CANNED FRUIT SOAP/SHAMPOO/HYGIENE ITEMS
TOOTHPASTE/BRUSHES MITTENS/SCARFS
GAS CARDS DIAPERS
LAUNDRY DETERGENT TOWELS(any size)
A bin will be located at each Professional Dinner Meeting starting
Any questions: Requirements for NAPM of
1. Membership - individually or through an immediate family member - in the NAPM of the
2. Pursuing an associate, bachelor or graduate degree in supply management, material management or in a business-related field.
3. Employed full- or part-time in supply management, material management, or a business-related profession and in need of financial aid at the time of application.
4. Returning to higher education, is a current NAPM- LV member, and does not have a tuition reimbursement program through an employer.
5. Has secured an acceptable reference from the applicant’s employer or educational advisor.
