Send completed form to [email protected]. SME Chapters & Tech Groups Best Practices 5Ws and HOW! Please check a submission category: Fundraising Member Unit Technical Programs Member Recruitment/Retention K-College Activities Member Unit Management Member Communications Miscellaneous What: Success Story: Greater Charleston Chapter 430 increased its membership by 36% and retained 11% through a monthlong membership drive. Practice to Follow: Contact potential new members using an array of methods and multiple contact points. When: Success Story: The month of October 2012. Practice to Follow: A committee must be formed to support the drive. The membership fee discount and promotional materials were prepared in advance, ready for the month of the drive. Efforts were supported by the Chapter Board and SME Headquarters. Where: Success Story: The greater Charleston area was the geographic target. Practice to Follow: Selected target companies from those that are within easy traveling distance of the chapter events. Why: Success Story: New active members are sought to maintain a vital organization and to increase enthusiasm within the chapter. Practice to Follow: Target companies were chosen based on new member potential and physical location, enabling members to participate in chapter events. Who: Success Story: Twenty (20) new members, from 14 companies have joined, representing a 36% increase in chapter membership. Six (6) members renewed for a 11% retention. Practice to Follow: Contact with potential companies was made by the committee, board members and chapter members using a variety of methods. HOW: Success Story: Planning Committee consisted of three (3) SME members. Practice to Follow: Appoint one (1) person as leader to coordinate tasks and communications. It was decided that we would target companies instead of individuals. The thought here was by contacting companies and getting them involved that would lead to people getting involved. The committee developed a list of target companies with input from board members. SME Headquarters supported the effort by discounting the membership fee for the month of the membership drive. A letter with information on SME, a chapter event calendar and membership application form was sent to targeted companies. The drive was promoted at chapter events. The team sent out communications using various methods such as emails to members,
SME Chapters & Tech Groups Best Practices 5Ws and HOW!
Please check a submission category:
Fundraising Member Unit Technical Programs Member Recruitment/Retention K-College Activities Member Unit Management Member Communications Miscellaneous
What:
Success Story: Greater Charleston Chapter 430 increased its membership by 36% and retained 11% through a monthlong membership drive. Practice to Follow: Contact potential new members using an array of methods and multiple contact points.
When:
Success Story: The month of October 2012. Practice to Follow: A committee must be formed to support the drive. The membership fee discount and promotional materials were prepared in advance, ready for the month of the drive. Efforts were supported by the Chapter Board and SME Headquarters.
Where:
Success Story: The greater Charleston area was the geographic target. Practice to Follow: Selected target companies from those that are within easy traveling distance of the chapter events.
Why:
Success Story: New active members are sought to maintain a vital organization and to increase enthusiasm within the chapter. Practice to Follow: Target companies were chosen based on new member potential and physical location, enabling members to participate in chapter events.
Who:
Success Story: Twenty (20) new members, from 14 companies have joined, representing a 36% increase in chapter membership. Six (6) members renewed for a 11% retention. Practice to Follow: Contact with potential companies was made by the committee, board members and chapter members using a variety of methods.
HOW:
Success Story: Planning Committee consisted of three (3) SME members. Practice to Follow: Appoint one (1) person as leader to coordinate tasks and communications. It was decided that we would target companies instead of individuals. The thought here was by contacting companies and getting them involved that would lead to people getting involved. The committee developed a list of target companies with input from board members. SME Headquarters supported the effort by discounting the membership fee for the month of the membership drive. A letter with information on SME, a chapter event calendar and membership application form was sent to targeted companies. The drive was promoted at chapter events. The team sent out communications using various methods such as emails to members,
letters to targeted companies, posted on the chapter website, social media such as LinkedIn, phone calls and personal contacts. The chair personally met with the manager of mid-body assembly at Boeing to promote the drive and SME.
Links and Documents:
See pages 3-8
Suggestions for improvement:
Lessons learned: 1. Obtain clerical assistance from a member company if possible. 2. Have several points of contact at companies with potential for
multiple new members. A reminder of upcoming discount deadline provides a spur to action.
3. At the beginning of the drive issue a challenge to each board member to obtain a goal number of new members.
4. Greater utilization of other groups to publicize the drive, such as manufacturing economic development groups, etc.
Big Ah Ha Moment?
One of the most challenging tasks was obtaining contact names and addresses for target company mailings. Clerical tasks required for the drive were significant.
Communities), Tech Group(s) & Chapter(s)
Greater Charleston Chapter 430
Non-SME Partnering Groups
SAMPE – SME (Headquarters and Chapter) partnered at the SAMPE Composites conference to promote SME. This produced eight (8) new SME members nationally and two (2) for the local chapter.
Notes:
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Prepared by: Nancy Van Ast Dick Tiano Position: Retention Chair Chapter Chair Date: October 31, 2012 October 31, 2012 Contact information: [email protected][email protected]
SME Greater Charleston Chapter 430 Membership Drive
Greater Charleston Chapter 430 Wants YOU Our chapter will be running a membership drive during the month of October. If you have been thinking about joining or are interested in joining now is the time to do it. SME is offering a special rate during the drive:
• $99 for a one year membership (a savings of $39)
Why not consider joining and be a part of a chapter that will make a difference in our community. Contact Dick Tiano at [email protected] or call 843-509-6010 for more information. Chapter website https://sites.google.com/site/charleston430/home
SME is... Everyone you need to MEET. Everything you need to KNOW. Everything you need to GROW.
Whether you are looking for technical solutions in your current industry or want to diversify your business, SME has the manufacturing connections to help. From virtual and local member networks to our industry-leading events, professional development and publications, we provide the right forums to help our members stay informed of the latest manufacturing technologies, trends and news.
The possibilities are endless when you become an SME Member!
• Meet and connect with people who can help you discover business solutions, diversification
or even a new career.
• Know the latest trends, innovations and solutions to stay competitive.
• Grow with programs designed to help you. Our Mission - SME Greater Charleston Chapter 430 wants to acquire and distribute manufacturing knowledge among its members and the broader manufacturing community. Our Vision - Recognized as the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking in Greater Charleston, South Carolina. Our local chapter's ability to both link members together and to disseminate knowledge can be considered one measure of success. These can be facilitated by effective communication, interaction with local manufacturing, leadership development and best practices. We want to do more and do it better. We can accomplish this by growing our membership.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers SME Greater Charleston Chapter 430
Date Address Dear xxxxx, Your local SME Chapter is holding a membership drive during the month of October. We would like to encourage you and your professionals at “targeted company” to consider joining our chapter. During the month of October our chapter is offering a reduced membership rate of $99 for a one-year membership. That is a savings of $39 for the first year. Please post the enclosed flyer on your company bulletin board or pass this on to the appropriate person. You can sign up by going to sme.org and click on Join SME Today. Make sure you include the promotion code CHAP430 when asked. You can also e-mail us for a digital copy of the application, fill it out, enclose your check and mail to
Greater Charleston Chapter 430 PO Box 42403
Charleston, SC 29423 SME is... Everyone you need to MEET. Everything you need to KNOW. Everything you need to GROW. Whether you are looking for technical solutions in your current industry or want to diversify your business, SME has the manufacturing connections to help. From virtual and local member networks to our industry-leading events, professional development and publications, we provide the right forums to help our members stay informed on the latest manufacturing technologies, trends and news. We are a young, energetic chapter in our second year, with 60+ members representing over 30 companies. In 2012 our chapter received a Bronze Award for Professional Development, which includes not simply the number and quality of meetings held by the chapter, but how leaders are developed to continue the work of the chapter. Our Chapter is here to assist you in Meeting, Knowing and Growing. Why not consider joining and be a part of a chapter that will make a difference in your career. Membership information and an application is enclosed. Additional applications are available upon request. Feel free to visit our website https://sites.google.com/site/charleston430/home or contact any board member with any questions you may have.
FACT SHEETThe Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), through its many programs and activities, connects manufacturing practitioners to each other, to the latest technologies and to the most up-to-date processes spanning all manufacturing industries and disciplines, including the key areas of aerospace and defense, medical, motorized vehicles and energy.
Society of ManufacturingEngineers - HeadquartersOne SME DriveDearborn, MI 48128800.733.4763 | 313.425.3000 sme.org
Canadian Office7100 Woodbine Avenue, Suite 312Markham, ON L3R 5J2888.322.7333
Tooling U3615 Superior AvenueBldg 44, 6th FloorCleveland, OH 44114866.706.8665toolingu.com
MEETChapters and CommunitiesLocal chapters and technical communities allow members to connect, interact, and exchange ideas and information from one peer to another. • Local chapters help build a member
network in your own backyard, meet potential customers, partners and employers, and gain leadership opportunities.
• Technical Communities connect manufacturing practitioners in specific disciplines to solve technical and business challenges.
EventsThroughout North America, SME’s industry-leading expositions and conferences keep manufacturers connected — to each other and to the latest manufacturing equipment, production methods and management strategies. Most events include special member-exclusive activities.
Expositions• AeroDef Manufacturing• Mfg4 — Manufacturing 4 the Future• EASTEC• HOUSTEX• SOUTH-TEC• WESTEC• FABTECH• FABTECH-Canada• FABTECH-Mexico• CMTS — Canadian Manufacturing
Technology Show • MMTS — Montreal Manufacturing
Technology Show • PMDS — Plant Management and
Design Engineering Show • WMTS — Western Manufacturing
Technology Show • Medical Manufacturing Innovations
Manufacturing Research Conference• RAPID Conference & Exposition• SME Annual Conference
Updated 9/11/12
Society of Manufacturing Engineers CHAPTER 430
EVENT CALENDAR 2012
Date Topic Speaker From Location
Responsible SME
Board Member
January 19, 2012 "Technology Acceleration Chris Wayne SCMEP
Trident Technical College
Dick Tiano
February 24, 2012 Open House Multiple Solid Works ModernTech Ron Weavil
March 27, 2012
Nucor Plant Tour Tour Guide Nucor Nucor Ron Weaver
and ASME
April 19, 2012
Introduction to Fluid Forming Paul Benny Fluid Forming
America
Trident Technical College
Dick Tiano And ASME
May 19, 2012 Golf Event N/A N/A
Golf Club at Wescott
Plantation John Oldham
June 21, 2012 Sustainability Brian Minges SCMEP
Trident Technical College
Dick Tiano
July 19, 2012 SCORE Presentation Joe Mendrzycki SCORE
Trident Technical College
Dick Tiano
September 13, 2012
CMCI Plant
Tour
Cody Baker
CMCI
CMCI
John Oldham
September 20, 2012 Cummins Plant Tour Mike Daley Cummins Turbo
Technologies Cummins Dick Tiano
October 18, 2012
Supply Chain/Supplier Development
Chuck Spangler SCMEP Trident
Technical College
Dick Tiano
November 15, 2012
How to Start Your New Business
Betsy Williams WebsterRogers LLP CPAs
Trident Technical College
Nancy Van Ast
December 3, 2012 Officer Installation TBD TBD TBD Dick Tiano
Fellow Manufacturing Engineers: Thank you for your interest in SME Charleston Chapter 430. Please visit SME online at www.sme.org and https://sites.google.com/site/charleston430/ for further details about membership and chapter events. If you have questions about the chapter, please contact a board member or committee Chair. You are a vital member of the manufacturing community, and SME appreciates your contributions.
