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memberupdate apex update Christie Hicks Senior Vice President of Global Sales Starwood Hotels APEX Announces Release of Toolbox 3.0 I am pleased to let you know that the Convention Industry Council’s Accepted Practices Exchange (APEX) initiative recently released version 3.0 of the APEX Toolbox. In a major upgrade for users, the latest version of Toolbox software has been made fully compliant with the Microsoft Windows 2007 and Vista platforms. In addition, data fields in forms such as the Event Specifications Guide automatically populate based on information entered in the Request for Proposal (RFP). Based on user feedback, there are several other content upgrades in this version. The technology advancements in Toolbox 3.0 are a major enhancement. It is now able to integrate with the newest operating system used by the majority of planners and to accomplish more data-entry tasks, which will maximize its functionality. This means that several of the APEX practices will be much easier and more accessible to meeting planners. The APEX Toolbox is a planning tool for occasional and junior planners, and incorporates the industry-wide data standards set forth in the APEX panel reports. Registered users of versions 1.0 and 2.0 of the APEX Toolbox can upgrade to the new version for free. For instructions on how to upgrade, please visit the CIC website at www.conventionindustry.org. The Convention Industry Council’s 34 member organizations represent more than 100,000 individuals and 19,500 firms and properties involved in the meetings, conventions and exhibitions industry. CIC facilitates the exchange of information, develops programs to promote professionalism within the industry; and educates the public on its profound economic impact. CIC’s programs include the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) program, the Accepted Practices Exchange (APEX) initiative, the Hall of Leaders, Project Attrition, and the CIC Economic Impact Study. I look forward to sharing APEX news with you and welcome your feedback. 14 www.hsmai.org http://www.conventionindustry.org http://www.hdosm.org http://www.hdosm.org http://www.hsmai.org Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008ContentsHSMAI Foundation Publishes “Demystifying Distribution 2.0” and “The Travel Marketer’s Guide to Social Media and Social NetworksHSMAI Announces 2008 Adrian Awards Call for EntriesHSMAI University UpdateHSMAI Global Dubai Forum Focuses on Key Issues Impacting Sales and Marketing ProfessionalsChairman’s CornerPresident’s MessageAPEX UpdateCMP UpdateMaximizing Revenue and Resources in a Changing EconomyHospitality Industry Mourns Loss of Celebrated Leader, Mike Dimond; Foundation Scholarship Fund Established Chapter NewsHSMAI Calendar of EventsHSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Contents (Page 1)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Foundation Publishes “Demystifying Distribution 2.0” and “The Travel Marketer’s Guide to Social Media and Social Networks (Page 2)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Announces 2008 Adrian Awards Call for Entries (Page 3)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Announces 2008 Adrian Awards Call for Entries (Page 4)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Announces 2008 Adrian Awards Call for Entries (Page 5)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI University Update (Page 6)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI University Update (Page 7)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Global Dubai Forum Focuses on Key Issues Impacting Sales and Marketing Professionals (Page 8)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Global Dubai Forum Focuses on Key Issues Impacting Sales and Marketing Professionals (Page 9)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chairman’s Corner (Page 10)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chairman’s Corner (Page 11)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chairman’s Corner (Page 12)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - President’s Message (Page 13)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - APEX Update (Page 14)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - CMP Update (Page 15)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - CMP Update (Page 16)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Maximizing Revenue and Resources in a Changing Economy (Page 17)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Hospitality Industry Mourns Loss of Celebrated Leader, Mike Dimond; Foundation Scholarship Fund Established (Page 18)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Hospitality Industry Mourns Loss of Celebrated Leader, Mike Dimond; Foundation Scholarship Fund Established (Page 19)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chapter News (Page 20)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chapter News (Page 21)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chapter News (Page 22)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - Chapter News (Page 23)HSMAI Member Update - Summer 2008 - HSMAI Calendar of Events (Page 24)http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/ianschrager_excerpthttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/mr_fall_08http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/mr_summer_08http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/memberupdate_2008summerhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_natnlconfhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/demystifying_execsumryhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_sprng-mktrvwhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_westconfhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/sponsorship_oppshttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_westhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_natnlhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_midamerhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_mtgplnrhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_accessmorehttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_eteexpohttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/2008_wntr-mktrvwhttp://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/hsmai/resortconf_progrm_200804http://www.nxtbookMEDIA.com

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