Volunteer Appreciation Celebration

Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) wants to Thank all Volunteers for their time and energy in making the organization successful.

Volunteer Appreciation Celebration Summer Bash

Please join us for some great BBQ (Veg & Non-veg) along with (Non alcoholic) drinks by the beach.

When:
Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Where:
Woodbine Beach
1675 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6

Registration:
Like all our events, FREE for Volunteers and Members
Guests are welcome with a $5 contribution.
Must RSVP at events@sipgroup.org by June 26.

For more information send an email to Vikas Ramrakha, VP Events at events@sipgroup.org

Network with our sponsors, peers and some industry leaders.

Photos of  Summer BBQ to appreciate volunteering work of SIPpers on June 28, 2018
‎SIP & Toast‎ Society of Internet Professionals

 Summer BBQ to appreciate volunteering work of SIPpers on June 28, 2018
SIP & Toast added 6 photos to the album SIP Volunteers BBQ.

Explore Benefits of Volunteering

Meetup: Explore Benefits of Volunteering and Learn Some New Skills

Society of Internet Professionals, June 1, 2017

You are invited to a special event focusing on networking and volunteering for SIP:

Explore Benefits of Volunteering and Learn Some New Skills

When: Thursday, June 1, 2017
Time: 6:30 PM

Where: North York Civic Centre
Address: 5100 Yonge St., North York, ON
TTC: North York Centre station

Volunteer organizations depend on the efforts of their volunteers. The Society of Internet Professionals needs volunteers to help plan and operate their initiatives and programs, currently our focus is to plan for our SIP 20th Anniversary Celebration Event, which incidentally will also celebrate Canada 150.

Some of the benefits of volunteering:

1. It is an excellent way to raise your profile.

2. You will be profiled on Volunteers Directories.

3. Hone your networking skills. Build personal network, and you never know if people in this group or their network can help you in many ways.

4. Participate in Entrepreneur Leadership Training.

5. Learn the art of Event Planning and Management, workshops will be offered.

6. Referral to our members and corporate members.

7. For a job well done, you will get a reference/testimonial/certificate of merit.

Everyone will get an opportunity to practice your personal elevator pitch (as taught by Jason Reid on May 18).

Come and explore the benefits of volunteering with SIP and learn some new skills!

Register at: meetup.com: Explore Benefits of Volunteering and learn some new skills

Will You Consider Volunteering?

We hope you enjoyed attending our event on Branding by Peter de Jager on March 20 at the City Hall.

Will You Consider Volunteering for a not-for-profit?

Date: Thursday, March 30 at 4 pm to 6 pm
 
Location: North York Civic Centre, Committee Room #4
Address: 5100 Yonge Street   Toronto ON M2N 5V7
(North York Centre subway station on Yonge line)

The Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) is a member based not-for-profit association. It is in the process of putting together various volunteer positions for 2017-2018.

So, SIP is interested in YOU.

Volunteering has many perks, such as raising your profile while building community.

All volunteers will receive free membership of the Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) and an opportunity to learn new skills with technology gurus and social entrepreneurs. Membership has many affinity programs which you can join too.

Come to our Orientation meeting and meet other volunteers in a friendly atmosphere. Also, be prepared to introduce yourself and share your elevator speech.

Register: There is no charge but you must register at
https://www.meetup.com/SIPmeetup/events/238706230/

Read SIP Profile and watch a video at:

YouTube: Society of Internet Professionals Annual Dinner : June 24, 2009, Toronto, ON 

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Check out our photos from the latest volunteers meeting:

Photos: SIP Relaunch Volunteers' Meeting at Metro Hall

Will you like to Dine Where Celebrities Rendezvous?

We would like to get together with few friends for lunch at SASSAFRAZ, on Monday July 12, 2010 at 12:15 pm.

The cost of the lunch with gratuities will be $30 (normal menu lunch can cost a lot more). The special pricing is part of Summerlicious program. We have been participating it for a new of years.

If you are part of this luncheon, then please send me three lines about YOU and come prepared to talk "What are you up to these days".

Take a peek at past Summerlicious lunches attended by our group:

• Rosewater Club: Inspirational Book Club Lunch - Feb 3, 2009
  
• Sultan Cafe: Moroccan Restaurant: Family of Hearts - Jan 31, 2008

PS: RSVP is closed. If you are confirmed and for any reason you are unable to attend then please let us know ASAP (if you wish to avoid any penalty)

Address:
SASSAFRAZ
100 Cumberland Street (at Bellair St), Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1A6
416-964-2222
nearest subway is BAY on Bloor line.
Nearest parking is 10 Bellair St at Bloor under ROOTS Bldg

Menu:
http://www.sassafraz.ca/docs/summerlicious_2010_lunch.pdf

Attendees List(alphabetical):
1. Andi Shi
2. Cory Popescu
3. Di Wright, Editor, SIPpost. Business Communication Specialist and Career Coach.
4. Hiroo Thadeny, SIP Volunteer
5. Juri Chabursky, An award-winning speaker and sales professional
6. Karim H. Ismail, Bestselling Author of Keep Any Promise; a coach and a trainer
7. Lori Davies, CEO, Holistic Cooking Academy and co-founder of Healing Food Institute.
8. Mary-Kay, member of Healing Food Institute.
9. Matthew Krist, Co-Founder, Artan Gardens
10. Max Haroon, social entrepreneur; founder Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) and Healing Food Institute.
11. Phil Taylor, a SIP Speaker on Life Entrepreneurship and a mayoral candidate for Toronto.
12. Slava Apel, SIP Corporate member. CEO, Amazing Print
13. Vikas Ramrakha, SIP Corporate member and an affinity program provider of Home-Auto life Insurance.

Guests are from the Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) or Healing Food Institute please take a minute to review their profiles.

About Sassafraz
Sassafraz is the heart of the posh Yorkville area of Toronto, having reopened after a massive fire destroyed most of the building. The new Sassafraz feature Canadian dishes based in French cuisine, a 20-foot indoor vertical garden and a new rooftop patio will bring seating capacity to 350. Described as the centre of where all the excitement happens, the celebrity destination.

About Summerlicious
With 150 restaurants across Toronto offering three-course prix fixe menus from July 9 to 25, Summerlicious offers restaurant lovers an opportunity to satisfy their appetites for delicious food and perhaps discover a new favourite restaurant in the process.

SIP Heartwarming Holiday Networking Dinner: Every Participant Has Power!

Once again, a terrific holiday dinner for SIP in conjunction with Life Transformation Institute was held at the Bright Pearl, a historic landmark of Toronto on November 24, 2009.

Over 40 people enjoyed a seven-course meal along with the opportunity to win some wonderful door prizes.

A stimulating and fun Speakers’ Contest made the evening even more entertaining with all of the participants getting public acknowledgment for their speaking endeavors and talents.

But, this heartwarming event would not have happened without the hardworking efforts of the great volunteers.

We were very pleased with the outcome but don’t just take our word for it – read some of the heartwarming comments given below:

"… Max, I just want to say from the bottom of my heart thank you so much for your kindness and understanding. My friend Deka and I enjoyed the wonderful event that you put together. I personally think that you are an extraordinary person and it was pleasure to meet you…" Maryan

"… Thank you for having us last night, we met some great people. Thank you for making the evening so successful …"
Mimi Lee, Director of Operations, Cg6 Inc.

"… What a pleasure it was to attend last night's event - thank you so much for a lovely and profitable meeting…"
Kim Taylor-Galway, Perfect 10 Communication

"… Narmin and I enjoyed ourselves, and the great company, and making many new connections. Did you take the Life Quiz? …"
Karim H. Ismail, Best selling author: Keep ANY Promise

"... This was a very impressive, passionate and committed group …"
Attila Lendvai, The Atlas Project

"... We had a terrific seven-course dinner and an opportunity to speak and to top it all we all had FUN … giving us some memorable moments.…"
D. A. (Di) Wright, author, teacher and a career coach

We were glad to see the mingling, exchanging of business cards and engaged discussions during the dinner and the dedicated Networking session, a networking game ensured that each one met more than seven people.
Many thanks to the wonderful generosity of those who donate prizes and bought raffle tickets.
To rekindle these moments, take a peek at the photo gallery at:
http://sipgroup.org/events/dinner2009/
Once again, a really big thank you to all who made the event so successful, such as some of the following:

• Audio-Video-Graphics: Russell for designing the professional looking name badges and posters, looking after audio-video logistics.
• Volunteers: Di, Alicia, Linda, Fari, and Lori for all of their great registration efforts
• Anna and Ray who hustled around selling raffle tickets (we raised $260 for a good cause)
• Ray and Olga who shot photos and video
• Vikas for Ch’ing speakers’ session.
• SIP's Corporate members: Paul, Edward and Vikas
• The Great Speakers
• Last, but not least - All of you!!!

If you wish to receive SIPpost, our newsletter, then subscribe at:
http://sipgroup.org/SIPpost-signup.html

Let us Promote Our Colleagues & Members by leveraging the power of Message Board of a Social Media Website "Meetup".

Finally, if you would like to post your professional profile then please join SIP. You may join SIP as a SIPper; there are no dues for the meetup membership:
http://www.meetup.com/Society-of-Internet-Professionals/

Assist SIP by Becoming a Volunteer

Screenshot: Assist SIP by becoming a Volunteer
2009@ sipgroup.blogspot.org

Become a Volunteer & Raise Your Profile

SIP and Inspirational Book Club needs volunteers to help to plan and operate their initiatives and programs. You can work from home, guidance and coaching will be provided. You can put as much time as you can, the only requirement is your commitment and attitude.

Benefits of Volunteering

• It is an excellent way to raise your profile.
• Hone your networking skills.
• Build your network, and you never know if people in these groups or their network can help you in many ways.
• Access to resources and many rewards.
• Referral to our members and corporate members
• Free membership.
• Executive Committee Member.
• For a job well done you will get a good reference and testimonial.
• Possibility to receive webfolio coaching.

We need volunteers with diverse skills, such technical, marketing, web design, IT; and there is something to do for you if you have the right attitude and potential.

A. Desktop & Network
Technical Support: dealing with desktop hardware &/or software.

B. Web Design & Web Applications

• Website Usability Coordinator: A person to edit, audit and check look and feel of SIP website.
• Audio/Video Podcaster: A person to edit audio video files and post them to broadcast to SIP and other media websites.
• Web 2.0 Web Master: Familiar with social networking sites, forums and building multi-media webfolio.
• Blogger: maintain event blogs
• Graphic Designer: Familiar with Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc to design banners, flyers, etc.
• Web Master/Designer: Familiar with architecting, designing and maintaining websites

C. Events & Shows

• Trade Show Volunteers: We participate in a number of conferences and expositions, and need volunteers to staff SIP booth at the shows.
• Events Promoters: We need marketer in making to promote our events to other communities and media. Post flyers, press release to media (paper, radio, etc).
• Events Logistic Coordinators: assisting in running the event for audio-video equipment, refreshments and registration desk. Taking photos and videos.
• Speaker & MC Coordinator: Find potential speakers and MC for meetings, seminars and workshops

D. Marketing & Communications

• SIP Internet Job Board: This is a semi-volunteering job, we need a person to market job posting to employers and recruitment companies. We charge $200 per posting and the coordinator will get a part of the fee charged.
• Review: Job Board Page and download the details
• Funding & Other Proposal Writer: Source funding resources and make proposals
• Editor & Copywriter: Write and edit e-Newsletters (SIPpost and Reflections), edit articles and press releases.
• Sponsors Coordinator: Assisting in recruiting corporate members and event sponsors.

E. Directorship
Volunteers can apply to become a Board member.

For more information and interest, please contact Max Haroon rsvp@sipgroup.org