PAPPA Newsletter June 2014 Public Purchasing Association – Chapter of NIGP (www.pappainc.org)

Don’t Delay ~ Register TODAY! Go to: www.nigp.org/NIGPForum2014/Registration

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Forum Workshops Join us at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown for the annual NIGP Forum. There you will find more than 60 specialized educational workshops, there will also be formal networking opportunities available to help you improve your skills, you will learn about best practices on issues you face every day. For more details on specific workshop topics, dates and times go to: http://nsite.nigp.org/NIGPForum2014/scheduleprogram/edu-session-desc/workshops-forum-20141

NIGP Courses offered at Forum All courses will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown unless otherwise noted. • CPPB Prep Course – 2 Day Seminar • CPPO Prep Course – 2 Day Seminar • Best Practices in Service Contracting • Contract Administration in the Public Sector • Tools for Ensuring Contractor Performance on Public Construction Projects • When Bad Things Happen To Bids: Strategies For Ensuring A Successful Public Construction Project For more details on dates and times go to: http://nsite.nigp.org/NIGPForum2014/nigpcourses2014

Products Exposition The Products Exposition takes place August 25 & 26 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center connected to the Marriott by a skywalk over 12th Street. Visit with over 200 national and regional suppliers. Lunch will be served on both days in the Exhibit Hall.

• Remember to tell your colleagues in other public entities that they can receive a FREE Exhibit Hall Pass for Monday, August 25, 1pm-5pm. What a bargain! Go to http://pappainc.org/downloads/2014_Forum/2014_one_day_expo_form.pdf and pre-register.

PAPPA Newsletter June 2014, pg. 2

Keynote Speakers

Dan Thurmon – Sunday, August 24 Perform-ability: How to Be your Best when it Matters Most Dan’s philosophy can be summarized by the title of his recent book, Off Balance On Purpose. He believes that we will never achieve “perfect balance” and should learn to embrace uncertainty and initiate positive changes that lead to growth as well as go beyond the pursuit of “success” and enhance our life experiences and professional endeavors with purposeful, positive contributions.

Frank Bucaro – Wednesday, August 27 Taking the High Road: How to Succeed Ethically When Others Bend the Rules Frank will teach us how to foster an environment where ethical behavior is valued, considered the norm, and ethical decisions help to contribute to long-term success. His program features easy to understand definitions of ethics, guidelines for tackling difficult decisions, practical examples and a generous amount of humor.

Jeff Havens – Wednesday, August 27 Uncrapify Your Life! Original, informative, hilarious and powerful, Jeff’s speeches have transformed the way businesspeople approach the idea of personal and professional growth. You’ll laugh harder than you thought possible as Jeff points out how small changes in our communication strategies can strengthen relationships, increase loyalty, and create a unbreakable culture of teamwork and mutual respect.

Dr. Andrea Mitnick - Wednesday, August 27 Hey Dude! Understanding Generational Differences in the Workplace Dr. Mitnick’s session will focus on understanding that today there are four distinct generations represented in almost any workforce: The Matures (born prior to 1946), The Baby Boomers (b. 1946-1964), Generation X (b.1965-1980), and the infamous Millenials (b.1981-1999). The fact is that each of these generations has been shaped by forces such as technology, economic realities and historical events.

Connie Podesta - Wednesday, August 27 Absolute Fearless Success Connie is an expert in helping people close the gap between where they are now and where they want and need to be to truly succeed and achieve outstanding results--at home and at work. Get ready to explore every aspect of what makes people do what they do and say what they say. If you are ready to discover just how successful you can really be--this is the session for you. It could change your future forever!

Former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell – Monday, August 25

Rendell served as Mayor of Philadelphia (1999-2000) eliminated a crippling deficit, balanced the City`s budget, and generated five consecutive budget surpluses. Philadelphia`s renaissance, which The Times called "the most stunning turnaround in recent urban history," is largely attributed to his determination, inspiration, and energy. He then went on to serve two terms as Governor of Pennsylvania (2003-2011). During this time he successfully cut wasteful spending and improved efficiency leading to savings of over $1 billion.

PAPPA Newsletter June 2014, pg. 3

Optional Events for those attending Forum

• Public Servants doing Public Service Community Service Program

NIGP, with the support of the NIGP Business council, is seeking volunteers to support this year’s community service program. 2014’s charity is Cradles to Crayons, a non-profit organization that provides children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive – at home, at school and at play.

On Saturday, August 23, Volunteers will be working in the warehouse inspecting, sorting and packaging donations into “KidPacks” – a one week supply of essential children’s items tailored for specific in-need children. Volunteers will need to be able to stand for long periods of time, and must wear close-toed shoes and comfortable clothing.

To register for this rewarding experience, complete the registration form and return it to NIGP by faxing to 703-736- 9644 or emailing [email protected]. Space is limited so sign up today! Volunteers will receive detailed information about shift assignments, departure times, etc. as the event date approaches.

NIGP will also be supporting Cradles to Crayons by conducting a virtual fund drive. If you can’t volunteer in person, consider making an online donation to the charity. Visit: https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/philadelphia/nigp to donate!

• Phillies vs. St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game

The Pennsylvania host committee has secured a limited number of seats for the Phillies game on Saturday, August 23! Join your NIGP friends for a 7:05 pm game when the Phillies will take on the St. Louis Cardinals. Tickets are $26.00 each (a $4 discount of regular price) and will be available for purchase until July 23, 2014. Seating will be in the 418 section behind home plate. To purchase tickets follow this link: www.phillies.com/nigp Click on the green “T” and use the password NIGP to receive the discount.

• Watch Preseason Philadelphia Eagles Football Games while in Philly

Preseason tickets are available for games on: Thursday, August 21 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (7:30 pm) Thursday, August 28 vs. New York Jets (7:00 pm).

Fans can purchase tickets by going to www.philadelphiaeagles.com or go to www.ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000

PAPPA Newsletter June 2014, pg. 4

ROCKY (1976) Trivia

• Writer was inspired to write the screenplay for the film after seeing the Chuck Wepner- fight on March 24, 1975 at the Richfield Coliseum outside of in Richfield, . No matter how hard Ali hit him however, Wepner kept moving forward and continuing to fight (it was this specific aspect of the fight which inspired Stallone). Eventually, with 19 seconds left in the fifteenth and final round, Ali scored a TKO.

• Prior to his breakthrough role in this film, Stallone was earning $36-a-week as an usher.

• 's trademark outfit of the black snap-brim fedora and the leather coat came from a local hand-me-down store in the neighborhood where they were filming.

• Rocky is not the character's actual name. His real name is Robert Balboa

• When shooting his famous jog through the streets of Philadelphia, Sylvester Stallone pulled a tendon in his leg and was taken to a nearby hospital in a wheelbarrow.

• Rocky was the highest-grossing movie of 1976.

• Rocky (1976) Ranked #4 on the American Film Institute's 100 Most Inspiring Movies of All Time

• The film was shot in only 28 days.

• The movie's line "Yo, Adrian" was voted as the #80 movie quote by the American Film Institute (out of 100).

• Rocky was the first sports film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture.

• The two scenes where Rocky runs up the museum stairs (the first where he can't do it and the second during the "" training sequence where he runs up them triumphantly) were filmed just two hours apart.

Upcoming July PAPPA Meeting

Join us in July in Doylestown! PAPPA will be meeting in the Doylestown area hosted by Maureen McIlvaine and the County of Bucks on July 21, 2014.

PAPPA Chapter seeking Chapter Volunteers

Editor of PAPPA Newsletter: New Position. Looking for someone with creative writing skills to take over the monthly chapter newsletter. Keep our membership up to date on latest PAPPA news. Newsletter will appear on PAPPA website and on NIGP’s website.

Chair of Marketing Committee: Primary responsibilities are to develop strategies to effectively market PAPPA and to create material to promote the chapter’s growth. (Chapter Incentive: Chair receives a $200 education voucher.)

Members to serve on Standing Committees: PAPPA needs members on the following committees – Legislative, Marketing, Professional Development and Website. (Chapter Incentive: Members receive a $100 education voucher.)

All Standing Committee descriptions can be found within the PAPPA Bylaws at www.pappainc.org Interested members please contact Price Morris at 717-283-0432 or at [email protected]