Toronto will be host to the 18th Annual NetIP Conference this year over Labor Day weekend. The conference is the flagship event of NetIP and aims to have each participant leave with a sense of empowerment that they can move beyond their perceived boundaries. The conference will also solidify and encompass the engaging needs of the South Asian professional community. “Believe. Create. Achieve.” 

For more information on the 18th Annual NetIP Conference, please visit www.netipconference.org.

To view the latest NetIP Conference press release, please visit: http://www.netip.org/pressroom/pressreleases/pr_3_18_09_NETIPNA_2009_Conference.pdf

To access the NetIP Conference media kit, please visit: http://www.netip.org/pressroom/pressreleases/NetIP_NA_2009_Conference_Media_Kit.pdf

NetSAP DC’s Second Saturday of Service - A Consciousness of Service

NetSAP DC Second Saturday of Service is designed to provide a community approach to service for its members to commit, serve, and network during service events. Members were asked to commit their second Saturday each month, a commitment to become both a more engaged citizen and a more engaged member of the NetSAP DC community. Over 60 volunteers participated in the first event at the DC Takoma Community Center, clearly showing that members were ready for the challenge to transform lives and expand their capacity to lead.

NetSAP DC Second Saturday of Service originated from President Obama’s call to action on www.serviceusa.org. President Obama is calling on all Americans to do more than just offer a single day of service to their cities, towns and neighborhoods and he is asking all of us to make an ongoing commitment to our communities.

The March Second Saturday of Service event provided volunteers from NetSAP DC and AAPI DC with the opportunity to serve and network while cleansing the DC Takoma Community Center. Cleansing activities were both in and outdoor. DC Community Centers are safe zones for children and teens and offer the chance for families to enjoy special activities and events close to home.

Click here to view photos from the event: http://www.netsap.org/netsapdc/index.php?option=com_expose&Itemid=55

Washington Post features NetSAP DC

NetSAP DC and Professionals in the City host a monthly Speed Networking event at Gua-Rapo. The Four Minute Speed Networking for South Asian Professionals event is a fast, fun, safe and comfortable way to meet other South Asian Professionals. Speed Networking is a structured event that puts both outgoing and more reserved “networkers” on a level playing field. It is the perfect opportunity to meet interesting and fun DC single professionals in a relaxed setting.

NetSAP DC’s event was recently featured in the Washington Post. Click here to read the article and to see photos from the event: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/07/AR2009030701841.html?referrer=emailarticle

On March 14th, 2009, NetIP Dallas held its Volunteer Community Service Day at the Museum of Nature & Science in Dallas, TX.  The event was part of NetIP Dallas’s Second Saturday of Service program.

NetIP Dallas volunteers participated in the Museum’s monthly program, “Discovery Day”, assisting with activities, demonstrations, and exhibits and getting children actively engaged in the learning process. The primary goal of the day was to improve the scientific understanding of children and their families and allow them to discover how science, math, and technology are present in many seemingly unrelated aspects of their lives.

NetIP Dallas volunteers alone contributed 50 hours of service! They played an essential role, helping to inspire families to make science a part of their family discussions and pursuits.  Following the event, the chapter received a personal note of appreciation from the museum’s Director, who thanked NetIP Dallas volunteers for their dedication to the event.  To learn more about NetIP Dallas and their upcoming events, please visit www.netipdallas.org.

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NetIP Dallas Community Service Day - March 14, 2009

 

Feb 2009 Event of the Month - LA/OC

 

Leader of the Month: Sanchet Rege (Atlanta)
Sanchit Rege currently serves as the Professional Chair for NetIP Atlanta and has been on the board for the last 2 years.  Originating from Bombay and seeking opportunities to involve himself in an organization to which he can relate, Sanchet joined the 2008 board as a webmaster for the Atlanta chapter. At the end of the 2008, he was one of the few volunteers who remained on the board and expressed interest in assuming the responsibilities of Professional Chair. In his role he has taken the lead in developing and executing events for the whole year that go beyond the traditional four pillars with unique and innovative concepts, including a Speed Dating event, a Consulting 101 in partnership with Georgia Institute of Technology, and a “Bowling for Charity” event. Through his hard work and commitment to advancing the Atlanta chapter, Sanchet has gained respect from the NetIP board members and also local community leaders. We are proud to have a committed, motivated and innovative individual on the NetIP Atlanta board!

Feb 2009 Leader of the Month - Sanchit Rege

Event of the Month: “Red-Carpet Style” Benefit (LA-OC)
LA-OC organized a highly successful community service event attracting a record-breaking 200 attendees that simulatenously celebrated the Oscar nominations of Slumdog Millionaire, brought awareness to the Akshaya Patra cause, provided a venue for networking, and showcased information on the new and improved NetIP LA-OC vision, membership benefits, and yearlong calendar of events. Featuring a red carpet theme, the event channeled the spirit and pomp of the Oscars, and allowed guests to enroll in raffles for prizes, compete in a “Best Dressed” contest to receive an Oscar, and participate in a “Who Wants to be a NetIP Millionaire?” quiz on knowledge of NetIP and the Slumdog Millionaire film. The team also had a “Recession Concession” and offered members a discounted rate at this event and online, a promotion which resulted in signing 40 new members!

Jan 2009 - Event of the Month - New York

Leader of the Month: Rita Dangarwala (Phoenix)
Rita has been the Secretary of NetIP Phoenix since the chapter’s founding in April 2008. One of her early accomplishments was drafting the chapter bylaws. She has also been responsible for submitting the Chapter Metrics for which Phoenix has scored the highest place every quarter, and will do so again in Q1 2009. Rita’s leadership has further been exhibited by the key role she played at the Officers Leadership Conference, keeping on top of all the easy-to-forget details such as organizing taxis and group pictures while maintaining her enthusiasm at 110% levels at all times. Rita truly is an inspirational and highly respected leader on the Phoenix team, and is always contributing novel ideas that we are certain will help grow the Phoenix chapter to new levels!

Jan 2009 Leader of the Month - Rita Dangarwala

Event of the Month: Kick Off Week - New York Chapter
The New York chapter began the 2009 year with a unprecedented Kick-Off week that highlighted all four NetIP pillars. During the Kick-Off week, NetIP hosted successful events under different pillars including an annual launch brunch, a political awareness panel, a soup kitchen community service event, and the launch of a cultural trivia club. The Kick-Off week was a tremendous success, increasing membership over 10% versus same time last year. The quality and diversity of events reinforces the NetIP brand by furthering the image of believing in education, creating a positive environment, and achieving a unique experience for members.

NetIP successfully launched a new initiative on Feb 15th with the debut of its first teleconference with a guest speaker. The tele-con was open to 4 pilot chapters and provided free to paid 2009 members. With its success, the initiative is well on its way to becoming a regular event brought to you by NetIP NA. Jay Subramanium wrote in “Hi, just wanted to say that I thought the telecast was great. The subject matter is definitely of interest to everyone. Keep up the great work. Thanks, Jay”.

Do you have suggestions for the next set of “Prime Time” topics? Examples include, Immigration Updates, Surviving the Financial Turmoil. Please send your suggestions, preferences or questions to pooja@netip.org

NetIP Chapter Website Screenshot

NetIP North America is excited to launch an exciting new Initiative for 2009, a model collaboration between the NA Technology Team, External Affairs Team and Chapter Officers.  Our Pittsburgh and New York chapters will be the first to take on the new image in Phase 1 of this Initiative.  As the Technology Team continues to build training resources and refine implementation processes, several more North America chapters will follow.

The chapter websites will be united by the energy of a common look and feel, spanning 23 chapters yet sharing one vision.  What does this mean for our valued NetIP Community? NetIP will offer our website visitors an experience that allows you to:

• Easily find chapter events
• Keep up with news and membership benefits from your local chapter
• See updated announcements from NetIP North America and the Annual Conference
• Feature our generous local and national sponsors
• Network through the NetIP Online Community, Facebook and beyond

And, of course, the new experience will make it easy become a member of your local chapter where you can enjoy member discounts and attend the Annual 2009 Conference.  Look for the new Web 2.0 coming to your chapter in 2009.

As a paid member of any NetIP chapter for 2009, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits, including discounts on products and services such as the following:

T-Mobile: Get 15% off new activation with our exclusive Sales Rep.

Jos A Bank: Enjoy 20% discount with Jos. A. Bank. As a member, you are always guaranteed the best price they have. Discounts are valid on regular priced merchandise at our over 400 stores nationwide, through their direct mail catalog or on-line via their corporate card incentive program available for NetIP members

Brooks Brothers: Since 1818, Brooks Brothers has been setting the standard for business dress in America. Brooks Brothers can accommodate your corporate attire to business casual needs with our classic collections for men, women and boys. The Brooks Brothers Corporate Membership Program is an exclusive card based program wherein members will be afforded an everyday savings of 15% on all regular and everyday value priced merchandise.

Thanks to Rita Bagai and Som Chivukula of NetIP New York for helping with the Jos. A. Bank and Brooks Brothers partnerships

For more information and to become a NetIP member for 2009, please visit www.netip.org

NetIP is proud to announce that its much anticipated partnership with eBay has been finalized. Utilizing eBay’s dynamic marketplace and its nonprofit program, eBay Giving Works, powered by Mission Fish, NetIP is able to take our fund raising to the next level.  Every dollar received in donations and support is appreciated. We have already started receiving donations through eBay.

If you eBay, please consider donating between 10 and 100% of the proceeds to NetIP.  We hope to publish a list of our valued donors by year end.

Click here for our eBay Giving Works page: http://donations.ebay.com/charity/charity.jsp?NP_ID=30222

For information on how to donate click here http://www.ebaygivingworks.com/ns/sell-supportcause.html