Sam Waterston famously said “If you’re not moving forward, you’re falling back.”  That is very apropos for professionals, especially in today’s ever-changing business climate.

In short, continued professional development and knowledge sharing is a critical component of personal and professional growth. Staying ahead of current trends and best practices makes a positive impact on both the individual and the company they represent. Additionally for an organization, professional development is a critical component of developing the leadership pipeline.

Longtime IAMC member and friend Donald Ernest Alexander, 67, died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Born August 27, 1954, in Gardiner, Maine, he was the son of Donald V. and Phoebe E. Alexander.

https://www.rouppfuneralhome.com/obituary/Donald-Alexander

Professional development and knowledge sharing opportunities are two of IAMC’s key offerings. You are most likely very familiar with IAMC events, from Forums to Locals and Internationals to Webinars.  But, are you familiar with the professional development resources available to you 24/7 through IAMC Cornerstone?

According to IAMC Fall Forum Keynote Speaker John Sileo: “Post-Pandemic cybercrime changed the game. Cybercriminals will hack $6 Trillion from organizations that fail to defend their data fortress, remote workforce, cloud computing and mostly, their people.”

Are you prepared?

IAMC began its Volunteer Service Project initiative more than 10 years ago in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Since then, volunteers have participated in projects ranging from making adobe bricks to planting apple orchards and cleaning river banks to helping food banks feed the hungry.

In June in Fort Worth more than 30 volunteers tirelessly helped with outdoor projects on YMCA Camp Carter’s 350+ acres of campgrounds.