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Message from the Board - January 2012

IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR Rochell Planty, CMP - 2011 AzPPA President

It has been an honor serving as the AzPPA President this past year. I have had the pleasure of working with a group of incredible individuals on the board this year that have committed their time, skills, knowledge and heart to continuing the success of the organization. Mid year we also said thank you to our long time Executive Director Frank Rigo and welcomed our new Executive Director Dan Hammel.

As we gear up for convention the end of January we are also in a transition phase for the current board as elections also take place at the convention.

In this newsletter you will have an opportunity to hear from each candidate who has expressed their interest in serving on the 2012 AzPPA Board. The AzPPA Board is comprised of four executive members which include the Immediate Past President, President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer in addition to seven Board of Directors.

Each board member takes on certain tasks during the year to help the association continue to move forward in providing education, networking and numerous benefits to our members. Along with the board we have several volunteer leaders assist in various committees throughout the year.

As we begin our new year I hope you will consider getting involved in AzPPA. We are always looking for assistance so please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to get involved. The nominating committee is working on their board recommendations and there are a couple Director positions still available. If you are interested in serving on the board please contact Bob Coates bob@bcphotography.com this week.

I would like to take this time to thank the AzPPA Partners Allied Imaging Lab, American Color Imaging, Cailean CPA & Business Consultant, PLLC Studio ADT, Arizona Beef Countil, South Mountain Moulding, and Millers Professional Imaging. Without support from companies such as these we would not be able to provide the membership benefits and education programs. We hope you will be a part of helping us provide support to these companies as they support AzPPA.

We have an amazing year planned for our members and a tremendous leadership team guiding the way but we would not be able to thrive without you, our members. If you have not had the opportunity to renew your membership or considering joining we hope you will take a couple minutes to do that and be a part of a great group of professional photographers!

AzPPA’s success is in direct proportion to the success of members - it truly is a partnership. I encourage you to take advantage of all that AzPPA has to offer and let us know how we can continue to contribute to your personal and professional success!
Dive in and engage with us this year… as this membership experience is a unique one. We welcome your input and participation.

Sincerely,

Rochell Planty, CMP, CTA

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