The document summarizes information about three Wisconsin chapters of a professional organization - Madison, Milwaukee, and Greater Wisconsin. It describes the size, structure, activities, and similarities of each chapter. The chapters vary in size but take different approaches to their operations. They all emphasize thoughtful programming, involvement internationally and with students, board continuity, and keeping activities fun and networking opportunities strong.

1. Madison Milwaukee Greater Wisconsin What’s Working in Wisconsin!

2. 3 chapters – varied in size…all doing it their way… … different challenges, processes and support… … but as you dig deeper you see some very similar processes and actions that have proven success! What’s Working in Wisconsin!

3. 21 members / 135 email list Supports a large geographic region / 15 – 35 people per meeting Smallest of the three in Wisconsin Uses formal “officer” structure, elected annually Mix of “old timers” and new Board members 13 in total Great printed newsletter Strong/Regular communication Media Festival - CameoFest Greater Wis.

4. 64 members / 250 email list Largest international chapter Paid Executive Secretary / 9 on Board Easy to get to meetings / 20-30 average attendance Strong web page and printed newsletter 9 meetings a year / holiday and summer party Members - free | Students - $5 | Non-members/guests - $10 to $15 Strong Board, Board retreats Seminar programs Media Festival – WAVE Awards Scholarships Madison

5. 35 members / 600 email list “ Life-time” Board meets by phone / mix of “old timers” and new Board members, 11 total, no elections, no formal officers, some paid support 9 meetings a year / holiday party and Golf outing Members - free | Students - Free | Non-members/guests - $5 Strong Programs / 15 – 120 people per meeting / varied venues Consistent / predictable communication – E-news letter, bright yellow post cards, E-mail blasts Source Directory Milwaukee

6. Similarities Thoughtful programming – ideas from vendors and attendees – Theme meetings - plan ahead for the year! Balance of… professional value FUN Networking & FUN

7. Involved Internationally – 7 active members on the Board today Focused on students and young members …our next generation of members and leadership Similarities

8. Similarities All have some Board continuity from year to year Paid Support, long term Board members or Both Go after sponsorships – acknowledge that support regularly – and openly support those sponsors

9. Similarities Large Boards and “Regular” Leadership meetings – Keep it fun nagging, support and friendships Consistent / regular communication Do ONLY as much as possible - Share the work! And oh yes… Keep it FUN!

10. Questions and Conversation!