October 27-30, 2024 / Gaylord Rockies / Aurora, CO

Data Driven Topics at APC

How we do it:

APC utilizes data-driven feedback to shape its sessions with data pulled from the ASAP State of the Profession Survey Report. This ensures that the content of APC 2024 is tailored to address the evolving needs and competencies identified within the professional landscape.  

Topics:

The main focus areas for APC 2024 cover a wide range of important skills needed for various professional roles, including:

Organizational Communication:

  • Proficiency in facilitating internal communications 
  • Designing SOP templates and reports 
  • Mastery in business and technical writing 
  • Efficient management of meeting minutes and dissemination processes 
  • Tracking and reporting of deliverables 
  • Effective presentation skills tailored for leadership engagement 

Administration Management:

  • Development and analysis of office systems, procedures, and processes 
  • Oversight of filing and tracking systems 
  • Evaluation of office products and services for optimal efficiency 
  • Maintenance of compliance standards, inventory, amenities, and supplies 
  • Creation and implementation of training and orientation programs for colleagues or subordinates 
  • Strategic cultivation of visibility and influence within the organization 

Executive Support and Operations:

  • Management of executive scheduling, communications, and processes 
  • Efficient handling of travel arrangements and expense reports 
  • Oversight of Board of Directors management 
  • Implementation of change management strategies 
  • Contribution to business development initiatives 
  • Leadership of high-performance teams 

Meeting, Event, and Project Management:

  • Strategic planning of company projects, meetings, and events 
  • Collaboration and alignment with stakeholders for successful outcomes 
  • Negotiation and collaboration with vendors to meet project needs 
  • Monitoring and optimization of resource allocation for efficient project delivery 
  • Management of budgets for meetings, events, and projects 
  • Generation of insightful project management reports for informed decision-making. 

Key Topic Areas:

Each topic area includes a comprehensive spectrum, incorporating Overview, Intermediate, and Advanced level sessions, and a balanced mix of hard skills, such as Technology and Efficiency, alongside power skills like Communication and Leadership. 

Technology

  • Collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams, Slack, etc.) 
  • Videoconferencing and remote meeting tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.) 
  • Spreadsheet tools (Excel, Sheets, etc.) 
  • Document tools (Word, GDocs, Acrobat) 
  • Travel tools (Concur, TripIt, etc.) 
  • Presentation software (PowerPoint, Slides, Prezi, etc.) 
  • Design and picture editing tools (Canva) and technical design, graphics, and layout software (Adobe Publisher, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) 
  • AI tools (ChatGPT, Grammarly, Copilot, EA Buddy, etc.) 
  • Internet research 

Efficiency

  • Email and calendar management 
  • Prioritization 
  • Time management 
  • Database management 
  • Data analysis and insights  
  • Meeting and event management/coordination 
  • Project management processes 
  • Budget management/monitoring/tracking 

Communication

  • Strong verbal and written communication 
  • Business and technical writing  
  • Reports 
  • Minute-taking 
  • Board management/coordination 
  • Networking 
  • Public speaking 
  • Staff morale or team-building activities 
  • Business social media management  

Leadership

  • Influencing 
  • Negotiation 
  • Problem solving 
  • Critical thinking 
  • Decision making  
  • Leadership principles 
  • Relationship building 
  • Executive presence 

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