By: Alex Garcia
President
(Orlando Central) Florida Chapter, STC
president@stc-orlando.org
Hi folks!
This month’s President’s Corner is a bit of a housekeeping smorgasbord. But first, in theme with our employment panel coming up on March 23rd, I just celebrated 5 years of service with Lockheed Martin. Here’s hoping I can walk in the footsteps of STC Fellows and Associate Fellows W.C. Wiese, Dan Voss, and Mike Murray, who all spent over 30 years with the company. Rumor has it 30 years comes with a lobster lunch and a parking spot.
March through May are important months for the Society internationally, as we hold elections and then gear up for the STC Summit. This year, the preeminent gathering of Technical Communicators from the world over will be held in Washington, D.C. at the Gaylord National Harbor from May 7th-10th. All the information you need is at http://summit.stc.org/.
Your STC (Orlando Central) Florida Chapter administrative council and elected officers have been working day and night to convince their companies to sponsor their Summit attendance. Have you? There is still a chance! Prices go up on March 31st, so get started right now. The Society has even provided a template for how you can convince your boss!
Don’t forget, Orlando is hosting next year. So, we need volunteers to staff a table at this year’s Summit. If you end up going to the Summit, please drop me a line at president@stc-orlando.org as soon as you register. Let’s represent the City Beautiful in the best way possible.
But Alex, my STC membership accidentally lapsed! Can I still renew and take advantage of the reduced member rates at the Summit?
Absolutely! We would love to have you back. Renewing members receive 10% discount on the annual membership fees: When a previous member renews their STC membership today as a Classic, New TC Professional, or Student member, they will save 10% on the membership dues. The discounted pricing will show up in their shopping cart automatically. All the info you need is at STC membership renewal. But don’t forget to add Orlando Central Florida as your home chapter so we can continue to bring you excellent professional programs.
Until Next Time,
Alex