Business Management

Tuesday, October 7, 2008
8:30 - 4:30

Westshore Hotel, Tampa (Map)

RSVP On-line - When attending under the pre-paid plan, please RSVP with the specific attendees each time.

Price* - $160 members of IIA, ISACA or IMA, $185 non-members

* - for non IIA Package holders

This training qualifies for 8 hours of CPE credit.

8:30-10:00
Topic: “The Tao of Everest” (Leadership)
Speaker: Ian Woodall – Ian is one of the few people to have climbed Mount Everest on both its north and south sides. He brings the triumphs and tragedies of climbing Mount Everest to his audience, showing how the insights gained on the side of the mountain can enhance everyone’s personal inspiration and practical leadership skills.

10:15-12:00
Topic – “Overcoming Communication Challenges - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly”
Speaker – Bob Brumm – Bob is the author of “Do You Have Money to Burn” and creator of the video, “The Positive Perspective.” In this interactive and engaging presentation we will cover the topics of overcoming the auditor stereotype, improving communication with audit clients, and understanding the client’s needs and business objectives, all to achieve a quality audit.

12:00 - 1:00
During lunch, Kate Head of USF will be leading a meeting of the ACL Users Group. Email Kate if you would like to take part in that.

1:00-4:30
Topics:
“Product One is You!” - Most successful careers are based on relationships, and to get into a healthy business relationship, you have to bring a product, you, that is appealing and contributing. Believing in yourself gives you confidence without being cocky...and that is appealing and empowering.

“Wisely Chosen Words for Effective Communication” - It is so often heard that people think others just misinterpreted a comment or a message, yet, it is rarely considered that the statements and words mean different things to various people. This session will demonstrate how we can engage with others confidently, courteously and with the consideration of a thoughtful friend/colleague.

Speaker – Debbie Lundberg – As a former Instructor of the Year for a world-renown training organization, Debbie has been honored by such recognition and maintained an overall trainer satisfaction rating of 100%, with nearly all course/class participants and sponsors reporting to be extremely satisfied. Her 12-year affiliation with a recognized leader in training and organizational development, adds depth and breadth to her offerings.

For more information, contact: Mark Kolman, kolman@hillsclerk.com or 813-276 2029 ext. 3705