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member news MEMBER BENEFITS Tell Us What You Want… Let Us Deliver What You Need! By Mark V. Matz, Chair CLLA Member Benefits Committee The CLLA’s Membership Benefits Committee has diligently worked at finding, reviewing and instituting new programs to provide an added value to current members and incentives to those considering joining our respected organization. We hope you have taken a look at our affinity partners and contacted them to see how they can fulfill your needs. To see all the programs currently available, simply visit www.clla.org and sign into the Members Section of the site where you will find links to all our benefit and affinity programs. But, what does the CLLA look for when seeking new programs? There is a set of criteria used by the committee to evaluate the options presented for review. First, is it truly a product or service that will benefit members of the CLLA? Secondly, can our members obtain this new benefit at a price less than if they contacted the vendor outside of the program offered by the League? Another consideration is the uniqueness of the offering compared to other possible sources (i.e. insurances offered by state bar associations, etc.). Using these guidelines, we are always looking at what we think everyone would want. As a committee with representatives from all constituencies of the League, we have provided input based on our experiences. But now, you will have the direct opportunity to help us determine just exactly what you want in a benefit program and what may be of interest to your fellow members. A new tool at the CLLA is the online survey through a service called Survey Monkey. Recently, the CLLA National Education Committee used this with great success for their goals and we would like to do the same. You may have participated in the education survey and know how easy and quick it was to complete, not to mention the value of the information obtained by those willing to share a few moments of their time. The CLLA Membership Benefits Committee will be taking advantage of this tool to survey the entire association to obtain an idea of what they feel are programs that the committee should investigate on behalf of the CLLA. When you receive the email (if you have not already done so) we strongly encourage you to take the brief time to complete the questions. Just a moment from everyone may yield us a tremendous amount of information that will benefit the association at large. Finally, as we approach the beginning of a new administration at CLLA under our new President, Wanda Borges, I must thank Sid Friedman and the Board of Governors for their support along with all the current and past members of the committee for their time and input in working to find and approve the programs that will provide added value to CLLA Membership. Our current committee consists of Lee Baldieri, Brenda Majewski, and myself who all serve as a sub-committee of the CLLA National Membership Committee (which is chaired by Bob Bernstein of Charleston, SC). I would also like to thank Bob and that committee for their support of our efforts. On another note, we are pleased to announce two new benefit programs for members of the CLLA. We now have discount arrangements with two major rental car companies, Avis and Enterprise. Look for the link to each of these companies and the special rates for our membership in the Members Section of the CLLA Web site (www.clla.org). You may also contact them at their toll free numbers as follows: Avis (800.331.1212; code: B193100) and Enterprise (800.261.7331; code: 62C0545). We hope you take advantage of these new benefits and assist us by contributing your thoughts on the CLLA survey of membership benefit and affinity programs. Debt 3 March/April 2007 36 As always, we look forward to hearing from you if you have an idea about a program, product or service that could benefit the members of the League. ■
CLLA members encouraged to submit articles for DEBT 3 Have an idea for an article? Why not write for Debt 3 ? Debt 3 wants to increase the number of articles it publishes written by members of the CLLA. There is a tremendous wealth of knowledge among CLLA members that would be beneficial to all if shared. Debt 3 regularly runs articles on law office or collection agency management, technology and marketing. Articles on practical tips in practicing law are welcome as well. Feature articles and analysis of new and significant cases are encouraged. If you have an article idea or would like to submit an article, simply e-mail it to: clla@clla.org, fax it to 312-781-2010 or call the CLLA headquarters at 312-781-2000. Commercial Law League of America LEADING THE WAY Have an ethics question? We’re here. Concerned about a potential conflict of interest? We can help. Want to know more about the CLLA’s Code of Professional Conduct? Let us assist you. Want to discuss any of the above in a completely confidential manner? We have the answer. The CLLA is pleased to announce a unique and worthwhile member benefit. Available exclusively to CLLA members, the CLLA Ethics Panel is here to assist in answering your ethics questions. The Ethics Panel will have trained duty officers available to provide prompt, professional and confidential advice. CLLA members may contact the Ethics Panel to discuss ethical questions or issues related to their practice or business, including state ethics rules and League rules. In our effort to continue to provide unparalleled value for your membership dollar, this outstanding service is provided at no cost to CLLA members. To learn more and access the current list of duty officers, log on to members section at www.clla.org. Not a member of the CLLA yet? Become a member at www.clla.org. Commercial Law League of America LEADING THE WAY Debt 3 March/April 2007 37
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