General Information on RMA Chapters & Events
Information for Chapter Leaders
FAQs: General Information on RMA Chapters & Events
Q. What chapter would I belong to?
A. You can click on the chapter locator to find out which chapters are closest to you. If you have a question about which one would be the most appropriate for you, phone RMA's Maryann Yurkonis at 1-215-446-4051 or e-mail her at myurkonis@rmahq.org.
Q. How do I contact the chapter leaders in my area?
A. This site gives you the name of the key chapter contact in your area. Feel free to contact that individual to get more information about chapter events.
Q. How do I sign up for a chapter program?
A. It depends on the type of program you are interested in. Many educational programs that are cosponsored by chapters and RMA Philadelphia can be found on this site. If you are interested in a local meeting (a general membership meeting or local round table or seminar), you should contact the chapter president directly to find out how to sign up.
Q. How do I become an RMA member?
A. You can sign up for membership using the RMA Web site or you can request an application by calling or e-mailing RMA Member Services. The annual fee for individuals who are currently in the employ of RMA member institutions is $55 per year. Chapters often charge nominal local dues as well. Nonbankers who are interested in joining RMA can contact the Member Services area to request an application for membership. Institutions that are interested in finding out more about the benefits of RMA membership are encouraged to phone Maryann Yurkonis at 1-215-446-4051 or via e-mail, myurkonis@rmahq.org.
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FAQs: Information for Chapter Leaders
Q. How do I get membership kits?
A. You can call the RMA Chapters Unit at 1-215-446-4051 to request the kits, which include updated information about RMA, membership applications, and a sample issue of the Journal. You can request kits for individuals, institutions, and professional service firms and other non-bank entities. You can also e-mail your request to myurkonis@rmahq.org.
Q. How can I get an updated list of individual members?
A. You can call the Chapters Unit at 1-215-446-4051 and request an updated list. We can send you, via e-mail, an electronic file that includes all of the individuals who are currently Associates. An authorized chapter representative can also take advantage of the Chapter Member Roster online on RMA's Web site to download this information. More information about the Chapter Member Roster online can be accessed on the Web site.
Q. How do I update my individual RMA record?
A. If you have changed organizations, you should contact RMA's Customer Care and advise them of your new address. You can do this by:
- Phone: 1-800-677-7621
- Fax: 1-215-446-4100
- E-mail: member@rmahq.org
- Online: Click on the "Log On" button at the top of any Web page. After you have entered in your email address, fill out the new online customer form with your new address or, if your information has been verified as already being in our system, click on the "Update Your Record" button.
Q. How do I get information on using a paid, part-time administrator?
A. Many chapters currently use part-time administrators to handle a variety of administrative tasks. Some chapters have found administrators invaluable in maintaining the chapter's database, handling routine communication, overseeing the dues collection process, and handling meeting logistics. If you would like to find out more information about using part-time administrators, please contact Maryann Yurkonis at 1-215-446-4051 or myurkonis@rmahq.org.
Q. How can my chapter set up a Web site?
A. We invite you to join RMA in its latest chapter initiative: the construction and maintenance of individual chapter Web sites. Through this joint effort, we will expand the image and vision of RMA with a consistent branded design. Chapters will have an updated, professional way to communicate with members and prospective members.
It’ll be easy to get your site up and running and even easier to keep it updated. RMA will manage the maintenance of your site. All you need to do is appoint a person or persons to tell us what information you want posted.
If you are interested in creating a Web site for your RMA chapter, please contact your Regional Manager or RMA’s Chapter Department directly at 1-215-446-4051.
Q. When and where is the RMA Leadership Conference?
A. The next Leadership Conference will be held in Minneapolis, June 19-21, 2008. More information about the conference is available through the Chapters Unit in Philadelphia, your regional manager, or on the Chapters section of the Web site.
Q. How can I order gifts for officers of the chapter or for speakers?
A. There are many things to choose from that include an RMA logo. You can find additional information about how to order by calling RMA's Chapter Unit at 1-215-446-4051 or by checking the "Chapter Forms" Web page in the Chapter Resources section of the site.
Q. I'm responsible for running the Paper Writing Competition in my chapter. What information do I need?
A. You should request a kit from Maryann Yurkonis at 1-215-446-4051 or myurkonis@rmahq.org. You can also request a kit on our Web site by checking the "Chapter Forms" Web page in the Chapter Resources section of the site. The deadline for submissions to the 2008 National Paper Writing Competition is June 9, 2008. You should plan to complete your local judging in time to submit the prize-winning entry to Philadelphia by June 16.
Q. I'm not sure who to contact at RMA Philadelphia about a particular problem.
A. If you have a question about RMA, please contact the regional manager in your area or feel free to email William F. Githens, Director, Member Relations, at bgithens@rmahq.org.
Q. My chapter is interested in sponsoring some educational programs. How do I go about doing that?
A. RMA chapters sponsor over 300 open enrollment sessions each year. You can contact your regional manager to get ideas about what types of programs have been successful in your area in the past and also what new programs might appeal to your chapter audience.
Q. We have not yet received our royalty for a cosponsored open enrollment. How can I follow up?
A. You can contact Debbie Trexler at RMA at 1-215-446-4015 or dtrexler@rmahq.org. She can advise you of the status of your royalty payment. Normally, royalties are paid six to eight weeks after the event has been held.
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