2014 Summer Newsletter

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION COMMITTEE NEWS

At the 2014 FCIAAO Annual Conference, PDC Chairman Michael Chaves, CAE and I had the privilege of recognizing the record-setting 14 new IAAO professional designees and Tony Hodge Award Recipients. The completion of a designation is a very difficult, but rewarding experience and the recognition of this achievement can never be overstated. Additionally, we were able to acknowledge existing designees and the members of the PDC. As I have mentioned in previous newsletters, the FCIAAO Chapter is poised to win the IAAO Virginia Cup; the winner will be announced at the IAAO Annual Conference .

Tracy S. Drake, CAE, RES, AAS, CFE

The 2014 Tony Hodge Award Recipients with PDC Chairman Michael Chaves, CAE (far right) and Executive Board Member/AAS Advisor Tracy S. Drake, CAE, RES, AAS (far left).

The Tony Hodge Award is granted to FCIAAO members who earn their IAAO designation. At the 2015 FCIAAO Annual Conference, the Executive Board will recognize the hard work of new designees and present them with a $250 check! To be eligible, new designees must be a FCIAAO member in good standing for 12 months prior to being awarded their IAAO designation. New designees should email a copy of IAAO’s letter conferring the designation to Michael Chaves, PDC Chairman ( mmc@miamidade.gov ).

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Summer 2014 Newsletter of the FCIAAO