DM&A Update » July 2007
A Letter from the Diane Meiller and Associates President
It is hard to believe we are into the summer of 2007 already and fall is already on the horizon. We’ve accomplished many milestones, and continue to climb the ladder of corporate maturity. We have embarked on securing health benefits to offer, as well as a 401K plan, which we expect to have in effect by October 1st. Information will be forthcoming on both of these plans, as there are minimum participation rules associated with them per government and/or provider regulations.
We continue to expand our business and community relationships as we enter new industries and markets. In appreciation to the Central Florida community, Diane Meiller and Associates actively participates, sponsors and contributes to professional organizations and non-profits on a regular basis and will increase this involvement as the company grows into other geographical or industry sectors.
It is a pleasure working with our consulting team, our clients, internal staff, and our future colleagues in these areas and I’d like to thank all of you for your confidence in Diane Meiller and Associates.
Warmest Regards,
Diane R. Meiller
Diane Meiller and Associates Celebrates an Increase in Clientele
Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc. continues to increase its’ list of clientele. Diane Meiller and Associates was recently selected by Orlando Utilities as one of their strategic business partners because of the company’s strengths in the areas of Project Management and Delivery, Business Analysis and Management Consulting. Continued focus on industry best practices, each client’s objective and culture, and the ability to deliver solutions to meet stated initiatives has been instrumental in Diane Meiller and Associates’ success. Starwood Vacation Ownership is also a recent addition to our client list, which we can attribute to the recognition of our work within the timeshare industry in Central Florida.
Diane Meiller and Associates Adds Kottke as Director of Business Development
This summer Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce that Ken Kottke will be transitioning into the role of Director of Business Development. Ken Kottke has been a consultant with Diane Meiller and Associates since May of 2006, engaged on a $100M plus project initiative at MVCI. During this time, his contribution has been invaluable to the client, as well as to the expansion of our presence with the client.
Ken’s experience in management consulting not only includes project delivery, but also extensive business development. This blend of skills will be key in taking Diane Meiller and Associates’ business to the next level. We look forward to having Ken in this role and encourage everyone to share ideas or thoughts on business opportunities.
Diane Meiller and Associates gets Involved with Other Community Groups
Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc. is making an impact on the Central Florida Community. With its involvement in groups like Professional Orlando Women Enhancing Relations (POWER) and the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), both organizations in which Diane Meiller, President of Diane Meiller and Associates, is a founding and important member, the company continues to stress the importance of building valuable relationships in the business community.
In addition, Diane Meiller and Associates has already started giving back to the greater Orlando community with a number of charitable donations to organizations including Great Oaks Village and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
Diane Meiller and Associates Joins Economic Development Commission
As the Metro Orlando area grows, so does the local involvement of Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc.
This summer, Diane Meiller and Associates became a proud member of the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission (EDC), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping businesses succeed and thrive in the Central Florida area. Diane Meiller and Associates President, Diane Meiller, joined the EDC Board as a member of the Industry Outreach committee, a group devoted to promoting the thriving economic environment of the area to industries throughout the country and encouraging them to bring their businesses to Orlando.
Central Florida C.I.O.s Come Together
On June 20th, Chief Information Officers, IT and business executives from many major businesses in the area, gathered to enjoy lunch and an interactive discussion about transforming Information Technology to meet the business needs of the future. Serena Frank, Senior Vice President of Information Technology Staff Operations at Wyndham Vacation Ownership, was the keynote speaker who shared historical perspectives and best practices in taking an IT organization to the next level. With over 20 years in IT specializing in leading organizations to incorporate and execute standards and measurable processes to drive business benefits, Ms. Frank initiated discussion around best practices for organizations to achieve these goals.
The interactive discussion provided a venue for those that attended to share their respective ideas and experiences with their colleagues, and the commonality of the challenges that the majority of executives face as they lead their teams in the strategic move from a cost centered model to that of a strategic value center within the business.
Diane Meiller and Associates will continue to host forums and educational sessions and encourage suggestions from our consulting team with regard to topic areas.
Florida State University Sophomore Interns at Diane Meiller and Associates
This summer, Diane Meiller and Associates welcomed Shannon Brockman, a sophomore at Florida State University, to the staff as a part-time Assistant in the Downtown Orlando office. Miss Brockman helped to plan functions such as the C.I.O. Forum held in late June, the IIBA quarterly session in July, the POWER executive dinner, and training and meeting events. Additionally, she assisted with the newsletter and marketing materials, giving them a new look, and helped with other projects in the office as they came up.
Shannon will return to Florida State in August where she is studying Nutrition and Psychology. She has been a great help this summer and we will be sad to see her go. However, we know that the future looks bright for this hard working and enthusiastic young woman and can’t wait to see what the years to come will bring.
Stop by Citrus Building to Visit New Downtown Location
In March 2007, Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc. opened the doors of a new office in the Citrus Center Building in Downtown Orlando.
As long-time members of The Citrus Club on the 18th floor, where the company regularly hosts conferences, it was a logical step to move into a building that is the centerpiece of downtown Orlando.
We invite you to stop in and see us during your travels in downtown Orlando.
Executive Assistant Continues to be Asset to Diane Meiller and Associates
Charlene Dahlberg started with Diane Meiller and Associates, Inc. in January 2007 on a temporary basis while the company looked for a permanent Executive Assistant. By the end of her first day, Diane knew that she was going to be a key asset to the growth of the business. Charlene’s experience and knowledge in the areas of back office operations, such as banking, financials, and record keeping continues to be a tremendous asset to the company. As the company grows, Charlene’s role has evolved into financial management as we look for a receptionist to assume the office administrative duties upon Shannon’s return to Florida State.
Consultant Profile: Tammy Campbell
Tammy Campbell finished her engagement after almost one year as the SOX/PCI Project Manager at Wyndham Vacation Ownership. Tammy exemplifies the characteristics of high quality and high value associated with Diane Meiller and Associates. She possesses a strong blend of functional, technical and delivery based value, which is shared by her colleagues. We appreciate her hard work over the past several months and look forward to having her back on staff after a few months of R&R in South Florida.