Member education is central to the mission of the MSMA. Educational opportunities are offered through a number of channels, as explained below, all of which enhance the professional development of MSMA members. From networking with colleagues at local chapter meetings to articles in the national POSTSCRIPT newsletter, MSMA seeks to inform and communicate with its members.

Local Chapter Activities

The activities of the 20 local MSMA chapters nationwide are a vital and flourishing aspect of MSMA membership. Local chapter meetings offer members a unique forum for networking and sharing information with managers operating in their area.

Local chapter meetings also provide excellent learning opportunities, as chapters feature presentations from members and outside speakers, vendor tours, postal reviews, panel discussions and more. Issues key to the operations of members, whether they be administrative, technological, or regulatory, are addressed at local chapter meetings.

Local chapters also publish their own newsletters to address regional issues, and report on and publicize chapter events. Finally, local chapters provide an avenue for members to participate in the development of their Association. By serving on committees or the board, planning programs, or soliciting new members, members active in their local MSMA chapters grow professionally and grow the profession.


MAILCOM Conference & Exhibition

The MSMA jointly sponsors with MAIL Magazine an independent national conference twice a year entitled MAILCOM Conference & Exhibition. MAILCOM has grown into the largest educational event for mail communications management, attracting over 10,000 participants annually. Each year, MAILCOM features well over 100 seminars, and vendors and service firms exhibiting the latest in mail communication technology.

As sponsor of MAILCOM, MSMA members in good standing receive a special discounted rate to attend MAILCOM, and a portion of the reduced fee is refunded to the local chapter.


POSTSCRIPT

POSTSCRIPT is the newsletter published four times annually by the national Association. POSTSCRIPT accepts articles by members and outside experts on national issues and trends related to the association and the industry. POSTSCRIPT also includes association news, MTAC reports, national board meeting notes, and chapter updates.

Learning Tools

MSMA disseminates to its members a wide variety of education material, including books such as the guide to Professional Mail Management and Excellence in Mail Management, video and audio tapes of MAILCOM sessions, MTAC materials, and management and training tapes. This material is often provided at little or no cost to the member or chapter.


For more information on any of MSMA's educational
activities, call 800/955-MSMA.

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Mail Systems Management Association
Delaware Valley Chapter
P.O. Box 41809
Philadelphia, PA 19101