CREATIVE DEPARTMENT SERVES AS JUDGES FOR 2008 SNAP AWARDS

OMG Graphic Designers Kim Breeding and Kristi Lombardo were selected to serve as judges for the 2008 SNAP Excel Awards. The awards recognize the best and the brightest in association publications. Kim Breeding served as a virtual judge for website entries that achieved general, design and editorial excellence. Kristi Lombardo served as a virtual judge for editorial entries and as an onsite judge in Washington, DC, for annual reports, membership directories and special publications. Kristi was also one of the judges in selecting winners for the Extra! Awards, special SNAP awards selected from Excel Award winners that push the envelope in design excellence.

OMG UNDERGOES BRANDING MAKEOVER

OMG has recently revamped its logo, branding identity and website to reflect the company’s image. OMG's goals were to unify all of their printed materials and to produce a bold, clean, and contemporary look that was still classic and professional. OMG works with each client to develop their own branding by developing standard fonts, colors and imagery. That style is reflected through all publications, website, stationary, etc. It is equally important that OMG maintains a strong visual identity as well.

OMG has been reaccredited by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for having met the quality standards for its specific program. OMG is one of only 40 association management companies (AMCs) who earned the designation of Charter Accredited Association Management Company through ASAE. The ASAE AMC Accreditation program assists the association community by identifying the standards and criteria that are indicative of quality management service providers.

J. MICHAEL REITELBACH AND GAIL S. PHILLIPS RENEW CAE DESIGNATION

J. Michael Reitelbach and Gail S. Phillips were recently re-designated as Certified Association Executives (CAE) with the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). They both were originally certified in 2002.  Prior to certification, applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria and demonstrate accomplishments in association management. Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive examination, which tests competence within the association management profession. Among association professionals, the CAE designation is an indication of demonstrated skill in leadership and expertise in association management. Attending professional development courses, continuing education, participation in industry activities, and continuing to uphold ASAE’s Standard of Conduct are all requirements in recertification.

LAUNCHED LEGISLATIVE STRATEGIES GROUP (LSG)

Organization Management Group has launched its new lobbying company, Legislative Strategies Group (LSG). LSG is a full service lobbying firm specializing in state and local governmental affairs, issue development, grassroots campaigns, and strategic development. It helps clients craft clear and effective messages and delivers those messages to law and policy makers, the public, organization members, and grassroots leaders. For information on LSG’s lobbying services please contact Barrett Stork at BStork@LegislativeStrategiesGroup.com or 757-609-3678.