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Feature Stories
Do the Right Thing: Corporate Social Responsibility
REI, Patagonia and Pitney Bowes show that social and environmental responsibility bring plenty of rewards.
Incentive Interview: Dan Ariely Rationalizes the Irrational
You're invited to a friend's house for dinner. Being the gracious guest you are, you bring a lovely bottle of wine. Let's say you up the ante a bit and bring that same lovely bottle of wine plus a monetary gift. An even more gracious gesture?
Incentive Award: Baselworld's Swiss Movement
In April, Baselworld set the watch industry in motion.
The Gif t (Card) of Wellness
Here's a potent carrot for health and wellness incentives.
In This Issue
EDITOR'S NOTE


HERE AND NOW
Winning Wares
Homewares—a little different than housewares—are honored at the National Hardware Show
Going Global with Hallmark Insights
When trying to reward and recognize employees around the world, it is easy for programs to be all over the map.
Product of the Month: Corsair 32 GB Flash Survivor
You might never drop a flash drive into the ocean, but if you have an O-ring-sealed Corsair Flash Survivor drive you can.


LAST WORD
Last Word: Deeper and Deeper
Disaster hunters populate the precincts of power. Think of former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer, think of Enron's Kenneth Lay. This month Stanley Bing explains why you should watch out for this species of crazy boss.


NEWSLETTERS
Columbia Sportswear Offers Fashion and Function
Columbia Sportswear Omni-Shade Collection provides protection from the sun
City Cool Mulholland
Mulholland launches Urban Sports Collection
UMB Bank Eco Rewards Visa Card Gets Greener
Points can now be redeemed for donations to environmental organizations.
More Gift Card Protection for Michigan Consumers
New laws take effect on November 1 before holiday season.
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2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago
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With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

The Motivation Show
Sept. 23 - Sept. 25, 2008
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Attend The Motivation Show, where you'll find the world's largest collection of NEW ideas to improve performance, stimulate sales and reward service… The Education: More than 60 seminars and workshops on industry best practices presented by top corporate practitioners in learning tracks that include incentive program design & ROI, employee engagement & recognition, motivating sales & channel partners, consumer marketing, and meeting & incentive travel strategies. The Exhibits: More than 2,000 exhibits featuring the most popular brand name merchandise, incentive travel and meeting destinations, gift cards and online services, used in programs to motivate employees, boost sales and increase market share. The Events: Networking opportunities with industry colleagues and solution providers featuring motivation and leadership experts. Includes The Motivation Show Keynote Luncheon featuring New York Times best-selling author Chester Elton and The Motivation Show Industry Luncheon featuring best-selling author Tim Sanders. The Products: More than 200 "hot" new products on display in the Innovative Products Gallery from leading suppliers like Apple, Bulova, Bose, Canon USA, Fossil, Fuji, Maui Jim, Movado Group, RCA/GE, Samsonite, Swiss Army Brands, Tumi and many more. Online Exhibit Hall Registration Register online before Sept. 15 and your badge is just $20 ($40 at the door) at www.motivationshow.com.

Live Webcast: How Learning Management Solutions Help Meet Standards Body Compliance and Government Regulatory Requirements
Sept. 24 - Sept. 24, 2008
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Join Training Magazine on September 24th at 2pm EST for this free, live, interactive Web Seminar sponsored by Intelladon and hear from industry experts including a case study in the manufacturing sector, regarding how learning management solutions can help your organization maintain ISO compliance. Attend this online-only event and learn how new initiatives can help you track employee documentation to stay in compliance.