2009 CFMA Officers

CFMA’s 2009 Annual Financial Survey is Underway Online

The financial survey that benchmarks the industry is underway.  There is no better way to evaluate and benchmark industry contractors.  Why participate?  Your company data adds value and all study participants are eligible to receive the survey report and the benchmarking builder at an 80% discount off the suggested sales price. 

For 2009, please remember entering your financial data using the Online Questionnaire site will be the only way to participate in the financial survey.  Paper questionnaire booklets and “original financial statements” are being discontinued.

Just click on the following link to begin:
http://survey.cfma.org/run/cfma2009/21569

President’s Message… 

Hello CFMA Members!

Thanks to everyone who joined us this past Monday at Sandia Golf Resort for our Annual Golf Tournament.  What a wonderful day!  The weather could not have been better and our committee did a fabulous job organizing the event.  On behalf of the board, we would like to thank everyone for their continued support and making this year’s tournament another great success.  As you may know, the net proceeds will be used to fund the many Chapter Education Initiatives.

Next week, Wednesday, June 17^th will be the second portion of our popular IT presentation.   Our presenters will be John Milton of the Kinney Agency and Gary Barker of GBarker Consulting. 

They will be talking about what the future may hold: 

§        Future Software Platforms

§        Operating Systems – Hosted vs. In-House

§        Open Office

Each year, the IT presentation from Del Amico, Huxley Dunsany, John Milton and Gary Barker gets better and better.  Please remember to RSVP as this meeting is generally well attended and we need to make sure we have a large enough room.  I look forward to seeing everyone there.  

It is with sadness I inform you that Joe Owens will be leaving us.  He and his family are moving to California to be closer to family and pursue a new opportunity.  Over the past years, Joe had been a tremendous volunteer.  We would like to thank Joe for everything he has done for our Chapter and wish him the best.  Kathy Packer graciously volunteered to fill in as Secretary for the remainder of Joe’s term.

Did everyone receive the e-mail regarding CFMA’s 2009 Annual Financial Survey Online?  There is no better tool to benchmark your company.  Please see details below how to participate.  The deadline is quickly approaching, July 10^th.

In summary:

• Second presentation on IT – Wednesday, June 17^th at the MCM Elegante Hotel at 11:30am 
• Next Board of Directors meeting – Wednesday, June 24^th at Atkinson & Co at 11:30am
• CFMA’s 2009 Annual Financial Surveys must be completed no later than July 10^th

Remember, it is never too late to join a committee!

Michelle Lontok, Chapter President

AUI Inc.

Welcome New Members

Celebrating a Two Year Partnership with Junior Achievement of New Mexico

In 2007 Chapter members began volunteering in New Mexico K-12 classrooms to help students connect the dots between what they learn in school and the “business of life’’ – workforce readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy.

Teaching kids about financial literacy was a perfect match for our group of Financial Professionals. Our membership understands that it is imperative that these students have the opportunity to learn these necessary practical skills, as they will grow up to run our nation’s businesses, government entities and educational institutions. The financial crisis of 2008 clearly demonstrates the need to take action today for a sound investment in our nation’s and children’s futures.

Finishing out the spring semester of 2009, the Albuquerque Chapter of CFMA membership has volunteered in over 30 classrooms. In addition to our volunteers, the Chapter has made an annual contribution of between $500 and $1000.

As you can see from the picture below, our CFMA member volunteers have the opportunity to talk to the students about pursuing a career in the construction industry? This first grade class got to try on and model some of the basic safety attire used in the construction industry. The first grade curriculum uses a combination of pictures, stickers, and flashcards to engage students in activities about needs and wants, jobs, tools, skills and interdependence. It is never too early to talk to young people about the opportunities in pursing a career in construction!

Community Service Project

The Albuquerque Chapter of CFMA would like to again invite all members to participate in our 2008 - 2009 Community Service Project. As you know from past chapter communications, the 2008-2009 CFMA Community Service Project is volunteering to teach a Junior Achievement program.

If you haven’t volunteered yet, please consider volunteering for the spring semester. If you have been a previous volunteer, won’t you consider volunteering again? Besides being one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, you may directly affect a student’s decision of staying in school and graduating.  This is a win-win opportunity for you and the children of New Mexico.

Please take a moment and read the attached document Bringing the Business of Life to Life explaining more about being a JA volunteer. If you have any questions about the program please call the JA office at 344-0861. I would also be happy to answer any questions you may have. You may reach me at 242-4848 x 3021.

Thanks you for your consideration to this opportunity!

Michele Zulka-King

Committee Chair