HTML Writers Guild Newsletter -- May 1998
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HTML Writers Guild Newsletter
Volume 4 Number 5, May 1998
http://www.hwg.org/
editor(at)hwg.org
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Table of Contents:
1. Special Discounts Available to Guild Members
2. Financial Statement Posted
3. GuildWear: Have You Ordered Your T-Shirt Yet?
4. Support the Guild! Become a Paid Member
5. Governing Board Updates and Openings
6. Volunteer Opportunities Available
7. Frequently Asked Questions about the HWG-News Newsletter
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1. Special Discounts Available to Guild Members
(Jobin Hume, Vendor Discount Program Manager, vdp-manager(at)hwg.org)
We are please to announce the re-vitalized Vendor Discount Program.
There are 7 vendors offering discounts on products and services such as
website hosting, graphics software, graphic design and web design books.
For complete information, visit:
http://www.hwg.org/services/vdp/index.html
These discounts are only available to Plus members; read on further in
this newsletter to find out how you can upgrde and take advantage of
these savings -- and more deals are on the way!
If your company is interested in reaching our membership by participating
as a vendor in the Vendor Discount Program, please email Jobin Hume,
VDP Manager, at vdp-manager(at)hwg.org.
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2. Financial Statement Posted
(Ann Navarro, Treasurer and VP of Finance, ann(at)hwg.org)
All recognized non-profit entities in the United States are required to
make certain public disclosures in regard to financial status. As a
Georgia non-profit corporation, the HTML Writers Guild is obligated to
make its IRS Form 990 (Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax)
available for public inspection. The paper copy of this return is on
file at the treasurer's office in Carmel Valley, CA. This office does
not have public business hours, but parties interested in inspecting
these documents in person will be provided with reasonable accomodation
and access with prior arrangements made through the treasurer via
email, at treasurer(at)hwg.org.
A copy of this return in Adobe's .pdf format is available on the
Guild's website. It is an accurate copy of the return on file at
the treasurer's office, only with the corporate officers' private
address data blacked out for privacy/security concerns of online
posting. The original on file remains intact.
The 990 document can be found at:
http://www.hwg.org/opcenter/hwginc/990.html
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3. GuildWear: Have You Ordered Your T-Shirt Yet?
(Ann Navarro, VP of Finance & Personnel, ann(at)hwg.org)
Still available -- the official HTML Writers Guild T-Shirts!
Display your Guild colors with these distinctive tees printed in
full color on high-quality white cotton. Each t-shirt features
the world-famous HTML Writers Guild logo on the front; you, too,
can look like 65,000 web pages around the world!
These shirts debuted at Spring Internet World '98 in Los
Angeles and were a big hit; now we're making them available as
fundraiser for only $24 (shipping and handling included) within
the U.S. or Canada, $28 overseas. Available in XL and XXL
sizes.
A copy of the order form is available at:
http://www.hwg.org/opcenter/guildwear/
Get 'em while supplies last! Based on the success of this
initial print run, we may offer additional designs or sizes in
the future.
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4. Support the Guild! Become a Paid Member
(Kynn Bartlett, VP of Marketing & Outreach, kynn(at)hwg.org)
The Guild provides three levels of membership -- Basic, Value, and
Plus. Basic membership is free, Value is $20 (U.S.) per year, and
Plus dues are $35 (U.S.) annually. With your Basic membership, you
get access to a number of Guild resources and services, including our
popular logo program to identify yourself as a member of the Guild,
and the content-rich discussion mailings we offer.
So why would you want to upgrade your membership and become a dues-
paying member of the Guild? One simple reason stands out above
the rest -- because you want to show your support for the Guild and
your gratitude for the things you've learned, or will learn. Joining
the Guild as a Value or Plus member lets you make a contribution
to operation of the HTML Writers Guild -- and your dues are tax
deductible as a non-profit donation. (Check with your tax authority
for details.)
Becoming a paid member is a great way to recognize the value in
the Guild, and help us to expand our activities and projects. A
book on HTML can cost between $20 and $35 -- have you gotten that
much value from the Guild yet? (If not -- try some of our FAQs
and resources links on the website, or join a mailing list or
three!)
As an added bonus of paying dues, Value and Plus members are
given access to additional Guild projects -- including the
Mentor/Apprentice program at the Value (or higher) level. The
RFP program and Plus lists are only open to Guild members at
the Plus level, as is the VDP program (mentioned above).
If you would like to become a paid member of the Guild, it's
simple, and you can pay online via a secure transaction; use
the following URL to edit the details of your membership:
http://db.hwg.org/cgi-bin/member/edit_profile
Support the Guild -- become a Plus or Value member today!
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5. Governing Board Updates and Openings
(Joe Cline, President, joe(at)hwg.org)
Your HWG Governing Board is:
Joe Cline, President joe(at)hwg.org
Gerald Oskoboiny, VP/Information Tech. gerald(at)hwg.org
Ann Navarro, VP/Finance ann(at)hwg.org
Kynn Bartlett, VP/Marketing & Outreach kynn(at)hwg.org
Leanne Phillips, Secretary leanne(at)hwg.org
Charlotte Crothers, Board Member char(at)hwg.org
Jim Barchuk, Board Member jim(at)hwg.org
Mike McGhan, Board Member mike(at)hwg.org
Fred Barnett, Board Member fred(at)hwg.org
Leanne has recently been appointed to the GB; a hearty "welcome!"
to her and a "thanks!" for taking on the secretary duties are
both due. We have two remaining open positions on the Board
for qualified candidates at present. If you are interested,
please send a note to gb-search(at)hwg.org that includes your resume
(text version please, no attachments) and a vision statement of
how you see the Guild and your role within it.
Board members should have the following qualities:
* Familiarity with the way the Guild is managed
* Member of the HWG for at least one year
* Any of the following desired types of experience:
- Business/Corporate
- Marketing/Public Relations
- Non-profit Organizations
- Virtual (Internet) Organizations
* Must be at least 18 years of age
As part of the Board, you will be expected to:
* Serve a term of up to three years on the Governing Board
* Invest a minimum of 10 hours per week in Board-related
activities, and possibly more if asked to serve as an
officer on the Executive Committee
* Contribute to setting the direction of the Guild through
participation on the Governing Board's private discussion
list, and effectively articulate your vision for the HWG
* Reach decisions based on the best interests of the HWG
Inc. corporation as a whole, in cooperation with other
members of the Board
* Be willing to travel (if necessary) on behalf of the Guild
Being on the Governing Board is a major responsibility and
commitment, but it can also be very rewarding to shape the
future of this organization. If you have any questions, feel
free to direct them to gb-search(at)hwg.org.
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6. Volunteer Opportunities Available
(Allen Gould, Volunteer Coordinator, volunteer(at)hwg.org)
The Guild is entirely volunteer-run; as such, that means there are
many opportunities for active members to become involved and help
contribute back some of what you may have gained from your Guild
membership! Volunteering with the Guild is also a great way to
gain valuable experience, learn new skills, and make friends. In
addition, volunteers can earn Volunteer Credits which can be applied
against the cost of paid membership.
If you are interested in any of the positions listed below, please
write directly to the listed contact; if you wish to volunteer but
haven't yet found your niche in the HWG, please write to our (new)
Volunteer Coordinator, Allen Gould, at volunteer(at)hwg.org and he can
assist you in finding the right project to work on.
Some of the open positions with the Guild include:
* Bookstore Manager
* Logo Management Team Members
* Grant Researcher
* Marketing Team Members
Further positions within the Guild are on the volunteer page:
http://www.hwg.org/opcenter/volunteer/index.html
POSITION: Bookstore Manager
(Contact: Ann Navarro, VP of Finance, ann(at)hwg.org)
The Guild is seeking a volunteer to manage our future
online Guild bookstore. This position currently reports
to the Treasurer but may be subject to later reassignment
under Business Services.
Will participate in:
* Locating books appropriate for a high-quality
web-related online bookstore
* Convert article-length reviews of books into appropriate
store HTML format
* Creation and maintenance of a distinctive and attractive
graphical style for the HWG bookstore website
* Assist with special events (author interviews, feature
of the month projects, etc)
* Production and review of retailer affiliate statements
* Other duties as assigned.
Skills required:
* Familiarity with spreadsheets and other business
software
* Well-organized and reliable with steady net access
* Must be able to produce valid 4.0 (transitional) HTML
* Familiarity with accessibility issues
* 5-10 hours per week of time.
Interested? Volunteer by writing to ann(at)hwg.org, and
include a text resume. (No attachments please.)
POSITION: Logo Management Team Members
(Contact: Fred Barnett, Logo Team Manager, fred(at)hwg.org)
The HWG Logo Management Team is looking for volunteers!
Duties of an LMT member are:
* Answering questions about the Guild's Logo and its
proper usage.
* Helping those who are having trouble with the Logo.
* Checking sites using the Logo, and verifying that
they are within the Logo Usage Guidelines.
* E-mailing webmasters of those sites which are not using
the Logo properly.
Requirements:
* Approximately 5 hours per week.
* Must be friendly, willing to help those who need it,
check on sites that are reported to be using the Logo
improperly, and write to those who are using the Logo
improperly.
* Experience in dealing with the public a plus, but not
required.
If you would like to volunteer, please write to logo(at)hwg.org.
POSITION: Grant Researcher
(Contact: Ann Navarro, VP of Finance, ann(at)hwg.org)
The Guild is looking for a volunteer to fill the position
of "Grant Researcher." This individual will report to the
Vice President of Finance and Personnel.
Job duties will include:
* Conduct research to find grant opportunities that the
Guild would be eligible for as a 501(c)3 organization
from private and public sources.
* Assist the VP of Finance in completing the required
application materials for those grants.
* Follow up and interface with granting entities as
requested by the VP of Finance or Governing Board.
* Other duties as assigned.
Complete details are available upon request by sending
email to ann(at)hwg.org. Interested parties should
forward a letter of interest and a resume (text in email
please, no attachments), to ann(at)hwg.org.
POSITION: Marketing Team Member
(Contact: Kynn Bartlett, VP of Marketing, kynn(at)hwg.org)
The Marketing Team for the HWG is responsible for
assisting the Marketing Manager [*] in planning
and implementing marketing strategies, both on-
line and off-, to promote the Guild and Guild
activities. The Marketing Team is a committee of
volunteers who can provide constructive advice
and tangible assistance in the area of marketing,
outreach, and advertising.
Qualifications:
Ideal committee members will have experience in
online and offline advertising and marketing, and
will have time to commit to working to improve
the visibility of the Guild. Experience writing
or editing press releases is desirable, as is
knowledge of online/offline media outlets.
Applying:
Interested parties should email Kynn Bartlett, VP
of Marketing & Outreach at kynn(at)hwg.org, and include
a summary of relevant experience and/or a resume
(in text format only -- no attachments). Qualified
individuals will receive one or more email
"interviews" if further information is required.
[*] The position of Marketing Manager is currently open.
The Vice President of Marketing and Outreach will
chair the Marketing Team until a Marketing Manager
can be selected.
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7. Subscription Information and other Frequently Asked Questions
(Kynn Bartlett, HWG-News Newsletter Editor, editor(at)hwg.org)
Some questions you may be asking:
Q: Why did I get this mail?
A: You received this newsletter because you are a member of the
HTML Writers Guild. This message came from hwg-news, the Guild's
mandatory mailing list for all members. If you need more information
about hwg-news, please see the List Charter at:
http://www.hwg.org/lists/hwg-news/index.html
Q. Why doesn't this newsletter talk about web design or HTML?
A. The newsletter is the Guild's administrative bulletin to the
membership. If you are interested in the topics of Web design
and HTML, then you might want to subscribe to some of our
discussion lists devoted to those topics. More information on
the Guild's offering of discussion lists can be found at:
http://www.hwg.org/lists/mailinglists.html
Q. How can I find out more about Guild activities?
A. The Guild has set up a one-way announcement list, HWG-Announce,
that carries bulletins of day-to-day Guild business. For details
on how to subscribe, please see:
http://www.hwg.org/lists/hwg-announce/
Q: How do I unsubscribe from hwg-news?
A: Since this is a required list in order to maintain your
Guild membership, unsubscribing is the same as resigning from
the HTML Writers Guild.
If you have your Member ID and password, to resign your membership
in the Guild and to unsubscribe to hwg-news, visit:
http://www.hwg.org/member/resign.html
Fill in the pertinent information, and submit it.
If you don't have a Member ID, or have forgotten your password, send
mail to:
newapps(at)hwg.org
with a Subject of: Resign membership
In the body of the message, provide the following information:
* Your email address(es)
* Your member ID if you have one.
* The list of discussion lists you are on.
Please remember that unsubscribing to hwg-news automatically resigns
you from the Guild. If you have problems with unsubscribing,
please contact the Database Manager <dbadmin(at)hwg.org> for help.
Q: What if I want to comment on this newsletter?
A: The HWG-News Mailing List is a "Read-Only" list -- please do not try
to reply to this message directly.
If you wish to contact the editor of this newsletter, you may do
so by sending email to editor(at)hwg.org. Each article begins with
the contact information for the author as well.
This issue was edited by Kynn Bartlett <kynn(at)hwg.org>.
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