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In 2002 AEA began an Ambassadors program at the Annual Conference. Ambassadors are experienced AEA members who volunteer to reach out to first time conference attendees and anyone with questions. If you are seeking help from someone who knows the ropes - or where to point you to find out what you need, Ambassadors can also assist you in connecting with resources and people who share your interests. If you are a regular attendee at the conference, please consider serving the Association as an AEA Ambassador. Take a moment to review the questions and answers below. If you decide you would like to serve as an ambassador, please click on this link to email the AEA office and please indicate the date and slot that is best for you (scroll down for list). Ambassadors: Questions and
Answers Why does AEA have an Ambassador
program? Feedback from recent AEA conferences
suggests that first time attendees, as well as some of those that are
returning, can feel isolated or unsure of how to get the most out of the
meeting. The data further suggest that many attendees are seeking
networking opportunities – but are unsure as to how to reach out to
others in the field. The Ambassador program is one way we are addressing
these issues. What are the qualifications of an
Ambassador? Ambassadors have attended at least
three AEA conferences and have been AEA members for at least four years.
They are outgoing and ready to meet new people and answer questions
about the Association and the Conference. What are the obligations of being
an Ambassador? At the Conference,
they volunteer for a single one to two hour scheduled shift. Ambassadors
also wear an “Ambassador” ribbon throughout the conference
indicating their willingness to answer questions at any time. What do Ambassadors do during
their scheduled shift? During receptions,
Ambassadors seek out attendees with “first time attendee” ribbons
and/or those who are not engaged with others. When at the registration
area, Ambassadors are out among the registrants (not behind the desk)
– particularly those waiting in line or standing alone. As a Plenary
and coffee break host, Ambassadors interact with attendees as they enter
the morning's opening session and at the coffee break following. Whether at a
reception, at registration, or at the Plenary and coffee break, Ambassadors welcome attendees, may offer them a drink,
give directions, ask about
their work and reasons for attending, and recommend upcoming events or
ways to get involved. What do Ambassadors do the rest
of the time? Ambassadors wear “Ambassador”
ribbons throughout the Conference. They are willing to answer questions
at any time. During the newcomers orientation, attendees will be
encouraged to seek out Ambassadors should they have any questions.
Ambassadors are looking for ways to help attendees get involved in AEA
and the Conference. They may invite new attendees to join them for
dinner, encourage them to attend a TIG meeting, or exchange business
cards for follow-up after the conference. Great Ambassadors take a
moment to stop and chat with attendees in the elevator or when sitting
next to a first time attendee while waiting for a session to begin.
Great Ambassadors connect attendees with each other – introducing
newcomers to AEA leaders or others in their field who might be
interested in their work. Ambassadors: Schedule
1. Beverly Parsons 2. Bianca Montrosse 3. Denise Seigart 4. Donna Podems 5. Sarita Davis 6. Howard Mzumara 7. Kent Hutchinson 8. ______________________ 9. ______________________ 10. ______________________ 11. ______________________ 12. ______________________ Thursday November 8: 7:45 –
9:40 AM (Plenary and Coffee Break Host - before and after plenary) 1. Victoria (Essenmacher) Straub 2. David Bernstein Friday November 9: 7:45 – 9:30 AM
(Plenary and Coffee Break Host - before and after plenary) 1. Sheila Arens 2. Mary E. Piontek Friday November 9: 6:15 – 8:00
PM (Evening Reception & International Auction) 1. George Julnes 2. Jennifer Greene 3. Lyn Shulha 4. Melanie Hwalek 5. Jim Rugh 6. Jack Barnette 7. Bill Rickards 8. Hazel Symonette 9. Thereza Penna Firme 10. Rita O'Sullivan 11. Liliana Rodriguez-Campos 12. ______________________ Saturday November 4: 7:45 –
9:40 AM (Plenary and Coffee Break Host - before and after plenary) 1. ______________________ 2. ______________________ Questions: Contact Susan Mort in the AEA office at smort@eval.org or 1-508-748-3326 or 1-888-232-2275 if you have any questions.
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