PDI-POA

Promoting the protocol profession, raising awareness of its central role in business/diplomacy through education/networking/global cross-cultural understanding

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After eight wonderful years, we are closing our Twitter account. Please find us instead on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn - search @pdipoa. We look forward to continuing our time together there!

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The PDI-POA Mentorship and Partnership Exchange Program is an exclusive opportunity for association members to connect, mentor, and grow together. We are grateful for our member mentors and partners! #mentor #connect

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Imagine a gender equal world.
A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
A world where difference is valued and celebrated.
Together we can forge women's equality.
Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
#IWD2022

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Protocol 101: In many countries, it is proper to present AND receive business cards using both hands. Be sure to research ahead of receiving visitors or traveling abroad.

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A very happy Independence Day to our members and protocol colleagues in Ghana!

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This week the PDI-POA Board of Directors met to plan for the fiscal year's programs and activities and set the strategic direction for the Association! Did you know that these Directors volunteer their time on behalf of PDI? We are grateful!

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Meet member Alexandra Demoe! Alexandra joined PDI in 2020 and shares, “It’s incredibly beneficial to have access to protocol professionals throughout the world, particularly over the challenging past two years.” #globalnetwork #virtualevents

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Protocol 101: As a guest in a receiving line, remember to keep your hands free if you will be shaking hands. As many guests must pass through the line in a limited amount of time, keep your greeting short and do not attempt to initiate a longer conversation.

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Call for speakers for the 2022 Forum! Members, please check your inbox for details to submit presentation proposals for this year's annual International Protocol Education Forum, 18-21 July in San Antonio, Texas. Don't forget, the deadline to submit is 14 March. #conference

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We are delighted to share the first PDI-POA Global Spotlight on Protocol video! Learn global protocol practices from PDI members Jean-Paul Wijers and Bryn MacPherson as they discuss important facts to know about The Netherlands. #thenetherlands #global https://t.co/IYOuuJykdj

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Members, don’t forget to register for the Protocol Prose Book Club discussion of “COMPOSURE: The Art of Executive Presence” with authors Kate Purmal and Lee Epting on 15 March. To register, log into the Member Portal. #bookclub #composure

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Meet member @KimberleyM0rgan! “The greatest need for Protocol is often felt when it is absent. I am happy to be a part of a professional organization dedicated to the development, continuing education and publicity of protocol.”

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Protocol 101: Learn and cultivate awareness about those with whom you interact. Ideas and solutions become more effective as you become more relevant and respectful to all.

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A PDI-POA member shares, “I joined PDI-POA in 2018 and met members from both all of the world and in my own backyard (really – from the same town!) – all of whom were knowledgeable, kind and ready to help with any protocol or diplomacy questions.” #network #membershipperks

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A very happy Independence Day to our PDI-POA members and protocol colleagues in Kosovo today!

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Meet Chris Young, past President of PDI-POA and current Chair of the Governance and Ethics committee. Chris has been a member of PDI-POA since 2005 and became PDI-POA’s youngest President in 2008.

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Meet PDI-POA’s immediate past President, Leslie Lautenslager! Leslie became involved with PDI-POA when the association first came to Washington, DC, for its inaugural International Education Forum in 2002. She currently remains as an advisor to the Board of Directors.

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Protocol 101: We are all human, and we all make mistakes, but it’s how we recover from the mistakes that is the key to success.

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Happy National Foundation Day to our protocol colleagues and PDI-POA members in Japan!

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Calling all PDI Members! Join the Member Gathering on 18 February at 12:00pm EST to meet one another, share best practices and learn from each other’s experiences. Log into the Member Portal to access the virtual event. We look forward to seeing you there! #virtualnetworking