To get the most of your TU-AMA experience, it’s important to become involved in the organization. The best way to do so is to join one our several functional committees. Headed by the chapter’s Directors, committees offer a valuable look into the inner workings of TU-AMA and allow members to contribute and develop their various skill sets. To join one of the committees listed below, please contact its chairperson.

Committees meet on the first Monday of every month in Speakman Hall, Room 107 during the business free period (11:40a - 12:30p).

Committee Meetings for Fall 2008: October 6, November 3, December 1

ADVERTISING & PUBLIC RELATIONS

The Public Relations committee is responsible for presenting a steady flow of TU-AMA details, events and activities to Temple University students. The goal of the committee is to maximize the organization’s exposure through a variety of marketing channels such as newsletters, advertising campaigns, current article topics, mass media technology and much more. At the same time, the Public Relations committee will maintain TU-AMA’s professional image in the eye of the community. If you are interested in joining the Public Relations committee, please contact Jared Fink at jared.fink@temple.edu.

ALUMNI

The Alumni relations committee will work to maintain a strong relationship between TU-AMA’s current members and its past members. The goal of this committee is to enhance networking by bringing past and current TU-AMA members together in various events. Also, the committee is responsible for including TU-AMA alumni in the AMA experience. This committee will be the bridge between current TU-AMA members and the organizations alumni. Some activities that the committee will be involved in include:

• Maintaining an updated alumni database
• Organizing events like an alumni panel and alumni mixer
• Communicating regularly with alumni about current AMA events
• Organizing an alumni mentor program

For more information contact Michelle Shekari at michelle.shekari@temple.edu.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

This year, the Community Service Committee will work with organizations to promote the positive image of Temple University and our AMA chapter. We will incorporate our marketing skills while helping out worthwhile causes. We will be raising money for Breast Cancer Awareness in collaboration with Temple Football by helping them promote their October 21st game, where proceeds go towards breast cancer awareness and research. We will also be participating in various community efforts such as food and blood drives. Member input is highly encouraged. Joining the Community Service Committee will enable you to implement your marketing skills and gain practical experience in the marketing field. For more information please contact Chris Haagen at chaagen@temple.edu.

CORPORATE RELATIONS

The Corporate Relations and Sponsorship Committee will serve in assisting the Corporate Relations aspect of the organization by:

• Building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships in the business community including sponsorships, consulting clients, etc
• Create and update various promotional packets to market the organization to businesses
• Generating potential new relationships by expanding professional network

If you are interested in joining this committee, please contact Christopher Joynt at christopher.joynt@temple.edu for more information on how to get involved.

EVENTS

The Events Committee has the task of coordinating all social and professional events of TU-AMA. We will be working collaboratively with other committees to produce dynamic events for our members. The committee members’ duties include the following activities:

• Planning and coordinating events
• Brainstorming ideas for new and exciting events
• Building relationships with professionals in the industry

Please contact Morgan Jaffe at morgan.jaffe@temple.edu if you are interested in joining the Events Committee.

FUNDRAISING

The Fundraising Committee is developed to assist the Co-Directors with the implementation of events that will help generate funds for the organization.

Committee members are responsible for the following:

• Attend all AMA meetings including the Mandatory committee
  meeting once a month
• Assist with the planning of fundraising event along with
  the table set up if needed
• Provide suggestions with future events that can help with
  generating funds for the organization

If you are interested in joining the Fundraising committee, please contact Jelissa Comito at jelissac@temple.edu or Louisa Grosh at louisa.grosh@temple.edu for more information.

MEMBERSHIP

The Membership Committee is in charge of recruiting new members from all majors, especially marketing, in the business school. We create and maintain records of all the members and their interests. We also maintain the membership point system, a system that tracks all points that active members collect in order to participate in more events such as the National Conference in New Orleans and to benefit from membership perks. The Membership committee not only recruits new members but likes to get members involved in all that we do so that they stay members of AMA not only throughout their college career but after graduation also. If you are interested in the Membership Committee, please contact me, Biana Sigal, at b.sigal@temple.edu.

PROGRAMMING

The Programming Committee has the benefit of forming and maintaining relationships with professionals in the business environment.  The committee members will assist the director with:

• Choosing and scheduling guest speakers for upcoming meetings
• Coordinating food and refreshments for general meetings
• Greeting guest speakers prior to meetings

If you are interested in joining the Programming Committee,  please contact April Mauger at april.mauger@temple.edu for more information on how to get involved.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This committee focuses on the professional development of TU-AMA’s members. Professional Development works very closely with CSPD to ensure that the organization is informed about the latest jobs and internships. The goal of the professional development committee is to help our members improve upon their professional manners. Some upcoming projects include:

• Etiquette Dinner/Social
• Resume Book Development
• Spring Connection
• Shadow day with corporate employee

Please contact Kyle Lewis at k.lewis@temple.edu if you are interested in joining.

WEB, MEDIA, & DESIGN (WMD)

The Web, Media, & Design (WMD) committee is responsible for updates and maintenance of TU-AMA’s Web Site, database management system, and all graphic design work for the organization. The team exists to continually revisit the chapter site’s assets and features, ensuring that content and design effectively communicate the organization’s mission and strategy. Some specific functions of the committee include:

• Content management
• WordPress management and updates
• Plugin Management, research and implementation
• Graphic design

If you’re interested in joining the Technology Committee, please contact Justin Goh at jgoh@temple.edu. No technology experience is necessary; just a willingness and enthusiasm to learn.