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Motivation Experience Conference
July 9-11, 2019
ASI Show Chicago
July 22 - 24
IMA Summit
July 25, 2019
IMRA Day at Hinda Incentives
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2019 Strategic Partners
Diamond Level:
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Sapphire Level:
IMA Strategic Partners support our industry education, publication,events, marketing and research initiatives.
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The 2018-2019
Board of Directors
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President
Ted Moravec, CPIM
Incentive Concepts
Executive Vice President
Don Killingback
Wyndham Exchange & Rentals / Endless Vacation Rentals
Vice President
Len Sadek, CPIM
Landry's, Inc.
Treasurer
Bill Martocci, CPIM
Carlisle Sales & Marketing, Inc.
Secretary
Fintan Connolly
Motisha
Past President
John Hornbogen, CPIM
First Data - Gift Solutions
Directors
Heather Abbott, IP
Powerhouse Brands Consulting
Nancy Alderman, IP (ITC)
TSYS Loyalty & Prepaid
David Boodey, CPIM
RepLink/The DataDirect Group
Jeffrey Brenner (IMRA)
Seiko Corporation of America
Peter Cannon (IESP)
Ticket Jones
Michael Donnelly, CPIM
Hinda Incentives
Katie Dougherty (IGCC)
Red Lobster
Jonathan Grey (Europe)
Ovation Incentives
Ashley Harris (IGCC)
NGC
Anne Jetter
Marketing Innovators
Marc Matthews, CPIM
Pulse Experiential Travel
Cristiano Miano, CPIM
Grupo Digi
Billie Reise, CPIM
SBH Special Marketing Group
Randy Renz (IMRA)
Targeting Marketing
Associates, Inc.
Rick Rubin
NGC
Warren Weaver
Zane's Inc.
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Strategic Industry Groups
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International Chapter
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Letter from the President: Ted Moravec, CPIM
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We are about to enter in to election season. No, not the one with 83 people who think they should be president of the United States. The one for the IMA Board of Directors. While it may not carry the same weight as the one dominating the media, it is vitally important to our association. One thing that is important about IMA elections is that every person who has stepped forward to run for the board is fully qualified and you can be confident that their election will be positive for all of us.
I'd like to thank our Past-President John Hornbogen who has chaired the nominations committee for putting the slate together for this year. Most of all I'd like to thank those members who submitted their names for consideration by the committee. As we say over and over, the IMA is a voluntary association with a lot of opportunity to get involved at many different levels. Running for the Board is the most powerful way you can impact your association.
More information regarding the IMA Board of Directors election will be sent to IMA primary members later this week. Please make sure you take the few minutes required to cast your ballot.
The new Board and officers will be announced in Chicago at the 2019 IMA Summit.
The Summit - as a person who has lived most of my life in Chicago, I can't wait to welcome all of you to this great and beautiful city. July is a fantastic time to be in Chicago, particularly our location downtown. The IMA Summit will take place near Lake Michigan, the amazing Chicago River promenades, Millennium Park with the famous "Bean" that is featured on our Summit logo and Navy Pier. We will in the center of Chicago's incredible architecture and have access to all of the world class shopping you can ever want.
To take advantage of all of this and to immerse yourself in the full experience of attending the Summit I strongly suggest that you book your room at our conference hotel, the Loews. This is a beautiful property, great location central to all there is to enjoy and a very attractive room rate for peak season.
Registration is open so please register and book your room at The Loews.
Lastly, congratulation to our IMRA SIG for another terrific Marketing Conference held in April in Scottsdale, Arizona. We also want to recognize the IMA Middle East & Africa Chapter in formation for their first and very well attended Summit held in early May in Dubai.
Best wishes to all,
Ted Moravec
President
Incentive Marketing Association
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2019 IMA Summit in the Windy City
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Important reminder: June 7th is the early bird registration deadline.
Honor Program - Helps Members Recognize Coworker Contributions
This year the IMA is helping members honor their own valuable team members. Through the IMA's new
Honor Program you can extend a special invitation to your coworker to attend the Summit. This recognition will leave your key performer feeling valued, appreciated and truly honored!
2019 Summit Education Program Announced
We are pleased to announce the education line-up for the 2019 Summit. Please
visit the IMA website for further details regarding the sessions. This information will be updated regularly. Sessions highlights include:
IGCC Education Session;
Monday, July 22; 1:00 - 2:30 pm
The IGCC will be providing a session covering research results on Gen Z and their attitudes towards gift cards, loyalty programs and incentives.
Scotch/Whiskey - Incentive/Recognition - Tomato/Tomahto?; Monday, July 22; 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Is scotch whiskey? Is whiskey the same as scotch. The answer? Yes and no.
Incentive Feud
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Wednesday, July 23; 1:45 - 2:30 pm
The IMA Game Show is back for 2019 hosted by Toddy Roddy. Get ready to test your incentive knowledge!
Summit Special Events
Next to the education the Summit provides, we know networking is a primary reason you attend. Read on for a list of networking opportunities at the Summit.
Welcome Reception;
Monday, July 22; 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join us on the Loews rooftop terrace for a view of Lake Michigan, yard games and networking! Heavy appetizers and beverages provided. Sponsored by:
IMA Awards Reception;
Tuesday, July 23; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Join us for the newly updated Awards Reception! Start the evening with networking, cocktail hour and appetizers followed by the presentation of IMA's Karen Renk Award, Spirit Award, President's Award, Hall of Fame Award and Circle of Excellence Awards Sponsored by:
Closing Reception;
Wednesday, July 24; 5:00 - 6:00pm
Wrap up the Summit at this outdoor reception with a view Chicago's downtown.
Networking Lounge
The First Data Gift Solutions Networking lounge will again be open Monday - Wednesday, providing space for small group meetings in a designated area. Beverage service provided throughout.
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Highlighting Some Generous 2019 Summit Sponsors:
Visit our website for the
full list of sponsors and information on sponsorship opportunities update links.
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IMRA 2019 Marketing Conference Recap
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IMRA's 2019 Marketing Conference was a great week of networking, sales meetings, and education. Attendance was up and evaluations indicate that attendees felt that they received a lot of value from the general sessions, sales meetings and networking events!
Over 75% of respondents said they met four or more new people! Part of the reason for that is the new Brand Showcase. IMRA offers new brands the opportunity to attend and learn if they are a fit for the market. This is an exciting way to introduce new brands to our industry and to help them succeed in our industry.
The Town Hall meeting is always both educational and fun! Delegates also received an update regarding the IMRA and IMA corporate outreach activities. Corporate outreach is at the core of IMA's mission and it is important that we all recognize the importance of these activities.
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IMEX America 2019 - May 31 Deadline
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IMEX America | September 10-12, 2019 | Las Vegas, NV
IMEX America 2019 planning is underway. It will take place this upcoming September!
IMA is offering to share its booth with interested IMA members. You must contact us to by Friday, May 31 to receive the early rate of $7,500. Each year IMA and the companies who share our booth find great success at this event.
Last year over 13,500 visitors attended the IMEX America conference. Our booth partners were able to pre-schedule one-on-one appointments with potential buyers and there were a number of people that stopped by without appointments.
The IMA staff supported booth partners to ensure they took full advantage of the promotional opportunities associated with exhibiting at IMEX.
If you are interested in participating in a booth with IMA, please email IMA's Executive Director, Karen Wesloh.
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Advertise on IMA's Website
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IMA members are invited to place advertisements on our website. New ads will begin being featured on July 2nd.
Your advertisement placement helps build brand recognition, promote your product and services, and develop new relationships with the many visitors on the IMA website.
Website Location: Advertisements are shown on the right rail of every webpage with the exception of the home page.
Timeframe: July 2, 2019 - June 30, 2020
Cost: $500
Ad Specifications: 360 W x 720 H (pixels)
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ASI Show Chicago - Call for Volunteers
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We need volunteers for Chicago! Volunteering is a great way to connect and network during the conference. It allows great conversation starters and presents the opportunity to inform others on IMA's values, including our resources, research initiatives, education and online tools, and shows how you as a member stands out in the incentive industry.
Please contact
Karen Wesloh if you are interested in volunteering in the booth or as an industry expert at the Chicago show.
IMA will present
three sessions at all ASI shows in 2019 and t
here will be a panel discussion in the booth. The three educational sessions are:
Corporate Gifts 101: Expanding Your Business with Corporate Gifts
Corporate Gifts 201: What Corporate Gift Suppliers Can Do For You
Corporate Gifts 301: How Distributors are Profiting from Corporate Gifts
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Lifetime CPIM Recognition
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The IMA would like to recognize three outstanding individuals who have been honored with a lifetime
Certified Professional of Incentive Management (CPIM) designiation:
Mary Hanson, CPIM, RepLink/The DataDirect Group
Jon Hanson, CPIM, RepLink/The DataDirect Group
Sean Roark, CPIM, Promotion, Incentive & Engagement Professionals, Inc.
Congratulations and thank you for your many years dedicated to the incentive marketing industry and continuing to upkeep your CPIM.
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Please welcome our new IMA members! Click on the company names to visit their website.
New Primary Member for New Company
Primary Membership for Current Company
New Affiliate Members for Current Company
Julie Schmaus,
SVM Cards
Natalie Kotulski,
The Certif-A-Gift Company
Noori Allie,
Achievement Awards Group
Riaz Galant,
Achievement Awards Group
Ben Van Wyk,
Achievement Awards Group
Gerhard Esterhuizen,
Achievement Awards Group
Rachelle Stimmel,
Blackhawk Network
Laura Wilson,
Blackhawk Network
Elisabeth Wills,
Blackhawk Network
Kristine Law,
Blackhawk Network
Matt Heisser,
Blackhawk Network
Omar Morales,
Blackhawk Network
Kerri Campbell,
Blackhawk Network
Melissa Stevens,
Blackhawk Network
Deidre Houk,
Blackhawk Network
Mike Schindler,
Raise.com
Julie Fulton,
Raise.com
Steve Rodgers,
Raise.com
Greg Gosman,
Raise.com
Emily Burke,
Connexions Loyalty
Conrad Prigger,
Wyndham Destinations
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United Behind the Power of Merchandise: A Closeup Look at the Incentive Manufacturers & Representatives Alliance
Safety First: Structured Programs Help Meet Safety Goals
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Peer to Peer & Industry Articles -
Updates on industry news for companies with IMA members, and happening articles and research.
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Time To Rethink Channel Incentives And Program Management (CIPM)?
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Missed Last Month's Edition?
To see previous issues of the
Fast Take, go to our website's Member Central section and click on
IMA Fast Take Newsletter.
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