All,
I'm thinking about attending convention in three weeks. My reasons are several but most important is that I want to become more involved in USMS and I figure the best way to find out how/what/when/where is to attend convention.
Does this make sense? Would it be worthwhile?
Paul
My quick response is to go, if for no other reason to learn about how USMS functions.
That said, I would encourage you to work more on the local (LMSC) level because you will have more of an impact there. Use Convention to make contacts and to learn how other, successful teams/clubs/LMSCs work. Then, work with your local organization in conjunction with the teams that comprise your LMSC. That will enable you to make a positive difference more quickly than at the National level.
IMHO, there are only a few really healthy LMSCs out there. If USMS had more LMSCs like Pacific, PNA, COMSA, and Florida we would be in much better shape as an organization.
My quick response is to go, if for no other reason to learn about how USMS functions.
That said, I would encourage you to work more on the local (LMSC) level because you will have more of an impact there. Use Convention to make contacts and to learn how other, successful teams/clubs/LMSCs work. Then, work with your local organization in conjunction with the teams that comprise your LMSC. That will enable you to make a positive difference more quickly than at the National level.
IMHO, there are only a few really healthy LMSCs out there. If USMS had more LMSCs like Pacific, PNA, COMSA, and Florida we would be in much better shape as an organization.
