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New Member Spotlight . . .
Anne Lupkoski, CAP-OM
Anne Lupkoski is an experienced administrative professional, respected IAAP leader, accomplished writer, and frequent presenter. She’s known for her positive energy, her teamwork approach, and for leading by example.
Anne has worked for the Hamilton Community Foundation for almost 24 years, where she is the Executive Assistant to the President & CEO, providing senior-level support to the CEO, Board of Directors, committees and management team in a non-profit governance environment.
A proud member of the BurlOak Bay Chapter of IAAP and an enthusiastic Member of Excellence for the last four years, Anne has developed and strengthened her leadership skills by serving as chapter President (2010‑11), and by chairing the Program, Newsletter and Certification committees. In addition, she was recently appointed to a three-year term as a member of the Mohawk College Office Administration Program Advisory Committee.
Anne has successfully combined her strong writing skills with her creative flair, resulting in three well-received published articles: “10 Steps to Being a Pacesetter” (March/April 2012 OfficePro® magazine), “Cultivating Relationships” (July 2011 OfficePro®), and “Shorthand: A Lost Art or a Gem in your Professional Toolbox?” (May 2010 AdminAdvantage® magazine). She feels that these writing and publishing experiences were wonderful learning and professional growth opportunities.
Anne is a “glass half full” kind of thinker and a motivated, self-directed, lifelong learner who excels at building and maintaining positive relationships. She’s had the privilege of attending four IAAP conferences (CDC, EFAM, and two Spring professional education conferences), where she was able to practise and refine the art of meeting people, networking and making small talk while making new friends. Those skills have enhanced Anne’s ability to cultivate relationships with individuals within her sphere of influence, both personally and professionally.
Anne is also an experienced vocalist, and had the honour of singing the Canadian and US national anthems at EFAM Montreal in July 2011. She is delighted to have been invited to sing both anthems at IAAP’s Canadian national conference in Kitchener in June 2012.
Welcome, Anne, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Kimberly Kincaid, CAP-OM
I was born and raised (and currently still am) in Midland, Texas. I am the Executive Administrative Assistant in Patient Care Services Administration to our Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer at Midland Memorial Hospital (MMH) .I have been employed with MMH for almost 9 years. I obtained my CAP-OM certification in May 2010. I have completed the requirements for my Associates Degree and have begun classes for a Bachelors Degree in Organizational Management. I was recently inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society.
I have a 6 year old daughter named Abbygail. I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I enjoy arts and crafts and scrapbooking. We like to camp, fish, and be around whatever water we can find in Texas. J I look forward to learning about and being active in the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Welcome, Kimberly, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Lisa Ellis
I was born/raised in Illinois. I moved to Nashville in 1985 and have been here since. I am married (Tony) and have a 16 y/o son (Colt). My professional background includes doing Accounts Payable for C.H. Robinson (a transportation & produce brokerage company) and office/ordering staff for J.C. Penney. Upon moving to Nashville, I became employed by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. While there is when my journey as an administrative professional began. I worked at Vanderbilt for twenty-one years, in three different positions and held several different administrative assistant job titles. I joined Dell Computer in 2006 as an administrative assistant. My current role is Executive Assistant to the Large Enterprise Americas Vice President. In my current position, I’m also a virtual assistant, as my VP lives in Philadelphia and I live in Nashville.
While I’ve been at Dell, I’ve won several “Significant Achiever” awards due to my abilities, work ethic and accomplishments. I love being an administrative professional.
Welcome, Lisa, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Irene Scallon
After spending 11 years out of the work place while starting a family and running an in-home daycare, Irene resumed her career as an Administrative Assistant. She started with an organization that promoted credit unions and became its Administrative Services Manager. She managed administrative staff as well as handling the registration process in the office and onsite for meetings that were held around the world. She then moved to an accounting firm where she was the Administrative Assistant in the tax area. In 2006, she joined the WEA Trust as an Administrative Assistant in the Disability Department and most recently is the Administrative Coordinator in Internal Audit.
Irene received her CAP designation in May 2007. Irene is an IAAP Member of Excellence 2008-2012. As a member of the Corporate Chapter of the WEA Trust IAAP, she has served as the 2006 Birthday Raffle Chair, the Treasurer from 2007-2009, and the President for the 2009-2010 term. In April 2010, she received her Microsoft Office 2007 Master certification. In 2009, Irene became the Wisconsin Division Treasurer and is still serving in that capacity.
Irene has been married to Greg Scallon, an attorney in Madison with DeWitt, Ross & Stevens, for almost 38 years. Together they have raised four children and have 7 grandchildren. Irene enjoys traveling, boating, bicycling, knitting, reading, and all family oriented activities.
Welcome, Irene, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Kathy Mashburn
I am a native of Huntsville, Alabama and moved to Madison when I was five years old. I grew up in Madison and graduated high school at Bob Jones High School.
After high school I attended J.C. Calhoun Community College for about a year. Then I got married and moved to Mobile, Alabama. While there, I had two beautiful children! I later divorced. But, while still in Mobile I attended Coastal Training Institute and received my diploma in Word Processing. (Does that take you back to the old days?!)
I eventually moved back to Madison, after 10 years in Mobile. I presently take care of my Mom and live in the same house where I grew up. And I now have four grandchildren too!
In February of 2011, I was laid off from my job as a Data Technician / Clerk III position with Dynetics Technical Services. This was due to lack of funding for the NASA contract. After several months, I found a position as an Administrative Assistant for Hampton Cove Christian Academy. And I was laid off from there after only six weeks. However, last week I found out that I will be working for Gray Research, Inc. in Huntsville, AL as a Customer Support SpeciaIist for the NASA community. I look forward to all that the International Association of Administrative Professionals entails! I presently serve on the Communications Committee of the Huntsville Chapter. I help with updating the Huntsville Chapter's website. I enjoy that very much! I will be working 3rd shift, so this “Dual Membership” will work well for me.
Welcome, Kathy, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Michelle Griswold
I am the own and operate of a Freelance Paralegal and Virtual Assistant practice. I also work as a Litigation Paralegal and Executive Assistant to the managing partner at a civil litigation law firm in Roseville, California. I have worked in the insurance industry managing a multi-line agency as well as in the California Superior Courts and private practice law firms.
I am the mother to a wonderful bouncing baby boy and I am happily married to Prince Charming.
Welcome, Michelle, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Kimberly Laukala
I moved to O‘ahu in 2007 with my husband for his work and found my current position as an Executive Assistant to the EVP/CIO for Hawai‘i Pacific Health in October 2010. I love my position and my company. Although we are the largest private employer in the State, we continue to have a very warm Ohana (family) feeling. Yes we do say Aloha and Mahalo instead of Hello and Thank You.
I earned my CAP Certification this past November. I believe that learning should be a life-long journey, not a short lived chore. I am a primary member of the Hawai‘i IAAP Chapter. I was excited to find a virtual chapter which I feel will allow me to continue to grow and meet like-minded professionals. I look forward to getting to know everyone.
When I am not working, I take time to remember what makes Hawai‘i beautiful and try to get out and enjoy that beauty as much as possible.
A hui ho, Mahalo
Welcome to the Cutting Edge Chapter, Kimberly!
Rhonda Schenk, CAP-OM
I have been an active member in IAAP since 1997, and my primary chapter is in Evansville, Indiana. I have held the offices of President, President-Elect, Corresponding Secretary and Treasurer along with many committee chairs. I am currently Co-Chair of the Membership Committee. I certainly have a passion for IAAP and have found it to be rewarding both personally and professionally. I received my CPS in 1995 and my CAP in 2004. I have attended many EFAM conferences and Certification Conferences and enjoy attending them.
My husband and I have three wonderful sons. Our oldest, Dan, is married to Aimee and they blessed us with our first granddaughter, Kaitlyn in September 2011. Kaitlyn is the joy of our lives! Our middle son, Andy, will be married to his fiancé, Jessica, in June 2012 in Evansville. And our youngest son, Tom, is in college in Nashville, TN.
My hobby/passion (along with IAAP J) is flower gardening and I am active in the master gardeners organization in Evansville.
I thank the Cutting Edge Chapter for all that you do, and I am proud to be a member! Thank you, and I wish everyone a blessed and successful 2012!
Welcome to the Cutting Edge, Rhonda!
Catherine "Cathy" Skurka
I currently serve as the vice president of the J&J Corporate Chapter of IAAP and work as and EA in the Office of the Corporate Secretary of Johnson & Johnson.
Welcome, Cathy, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Nance Allen
I have been working at The Voice of the Martyrs for 11 years as Administrative Assistant to the Director of Operations. My duties are varied and involve taking care of paperwork and employee files for our 19 permanent employees. We run our department on 50% volunteers from the local area and also from across the nation. Part of my job is greeting our volunteers as they enter to work on various projects.
I currently hold the title of Vice-President of the Bartlesville Chapter after having serving two terms as President. I am also Historian and Program chair. Being a member of IAAP allows me to get information to be better at my job. My Director understands the need for more opportunities in education and allows me to attend a lot of the functions held by the Chapter and Division. I listen to the podcasts and check the website daily for new information.
My husband and I moved to Bartlesville, Oklahoma in 1989 for his job and to be near aging parents and I was blessed to find this job. It suits me to a ‘t’. My husband is now retired and I continue to work. When I’m not working I like to fish, read, quilt, make cards and scrapbook.
Welcome, Nance, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Andrea "Andie" Mewbourn
Andie Mewbourn is former member of the Mobile, Al Chapter. She joined IAAP in 2007 and received CPS certification in 2007 and CAP Certification in 2008. Andie holds a master’s degree in Home Economics Education. She taught high school Home Economics before opening a small administrative services business and moving to the beach. In 2005 she accepted a position as Administrative Assistant at the Orange Beach Public Library in Orange Beach, Alabama. Her position is currently as a Circulation/Information Services Librarian.
She hopes to begin classes for Master’s of Library Science in January 2012. Andie enjoys reading, cooking, baking and spending time with her two teenage children.
Welcome, Andie, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Norma Mercado
Norma joined IAAP as member of the Orlando Chapter in 2004. She earned her CAP on November 2004 and was re-certified on November 2009. She served as Vice President and Program Chairman during 2005-2006 and as Chairman of the Certification Committee during 2006-2007. Since January 2006 she was the Webmaster for the Orlando Chapter.
She has a passion for studying and sharing her knowledge with others. She holds a Masters degree in Business Education and has worked as part-time instructor teaching Document Management, Word Processing, Human Resources and Interpersonal Relations in the Office, and Integration of Information Processing Systems.
She enjoys working on web mastering, which has given her the opportunity to learn Microsoft FrontPage, Microsoft SharePoint, TreePilot, Expression Web and the IAAP Web Community software. She has taken some courses in web design, HTML and Web 2.0 tools like podcasts, blogs, photo management sites, RSS feeds, social networks, bookmarking and organization applications.
On her spare time she reads, shares time with her family and a dog, works as Webelos Den Leader for Pack 76 in Orlando, FL, and teach religion classes at her church.
Welcome, Norma, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
Christine "Chris" Schemmel
I work for a company that believes in IAAP and the core values that IAAP members hold dear. I have a graduate certificate for Paralegal Studies, a BS in Business Administration/Management, and an AS for Tourism, as well as various other certificates for continuing education. I have achieved my CPS and CAP certifications. I am a native of Colorado who is a proud mother of one son who is an honor student.
I became involved with IAAP while job hunting. After doing a web search to find out what “CPS” and “CAP” means, I came upon the IAAP HQ website. I signed up for membership right away. Since becoming a chapter member, I have held many positions: Chapter Liaison, 2009-2010Roster Committee Chair, 2010-2011Budget Committee Chair, 2010-2011Teller Committee Chair, 2010-2011Recognition Committee Chair, 2009-2011Publicity Committee, 2010-2011Recognition Committee, 2008-2009MOTY Committee, 2008Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Committee, 2010-2011APW Registration Chair, 2010-2011APW Publicity Committee, 2010-2011APW Guest Liaison, 2009-2010APW Goodie Bag Committee, 2008-2009Member of Excellence, 2008-2011
I have varied interests that keep me busy. Right now I am involved in baseball which my son has played since he was six, and planning his college education. As a single working mom, I find little time for myself, but enjoy cross-stitching and card (rubber stamping) making. I collect lighthouses.
I look forward in serving IAAP at the Chapter and Division levels in the future.
Welcome, Chris, to the Cutting Edge Chapter!
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TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP
You can qualify for this membership in one of three ways:
- A currently employed (or within the last two years) administrative professional
- A holder of the CPS and/or CAP rating
- An employed teacher of business education
The professional membership is the most common membership chosen. This membership is non-transferrable and remains with the individual even if he or she changes employment.
Student Member
You qualify for this membership if you are a student in business education. Individuals can be student members for a maximum of four years. After that time the membership is automatically transferred to a professional member status. This type of membership is non-transferrable. It remains with the individual.
Associate Member
An individual, firm, or educational institution that sustains the objectives of IAAP qualifies for this membership. A contact person is named by the business or institution to receive the benefits of membership. This type of membership is transferrable and a new contact person can be named.
Level of Involvement
Chapter
You receive all the benefits of membership and you are a member of a local chapter and division. Monthly chapter meetings are held which allow you to come together with other members for education and professional development. To take full advantage of all that IAAP has to offer, this level of involvement is encouraged.
Division at Large
You receive all the benefits of membership plus you are a member of a division and receive communications from your division. A division is comprised of one to three states.
Association Member at Large
You receive all the benefits of membership but you are not part of a division or chapter.
Yearly Membership Dues
Professional: *$83 U.S. **$103 U.S.
Student: *$50 U.S. **$70 U.S.
Associate: *$180 U.S. **$200 U.S.
New members also pay a one-time processing fee of $15 U.S. Additional dues are charged for chapter and division membership. E-mail membership@iaap-hq.org for specific costs.
* Any member who resides in the United States, its territories, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands of the United States, or Canada.
** Any member who resides outside the United States, its territories, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands of the United States, or Canada.
This information was obtained from the website of the International Association of Administrative Professionals(c) at www.iaap-hq.org .
