FY16 remains strong for ABI

February 12, 2016 | New year means new ACA reporting requirements Paul Gregoire, ABI Chairman, Emerson/Fisher, paul.gregoire@emerson.com

February is the seventh month in the ABI fiscal year. With the year more than half over, it is clear that the association is enjoying one of its best years ever.

One example of that success was seen in last month’s ABI Legislative Reception. The 2016 version of this popular annual event was the biggest and best yet. More legislators of both parties and both chambers participated than ever before. They attended because you, ABI members, attended. On behalf of the board of directors, thank you for your participation.

More evidence of success can be seen in ABI’s other programs. Public policy, ABI Foundation programs and member meetings and events are all surpassing metrics of past years.

One key measure of success is found in delivering a terrific annual convention. I assure you that the 2016 conference will be the best one ever. Make plans now to join your ABI colleagues in Sioux City June 14-16 for the 2016 Taking Care of Business Conference. ABI’s 113th annual meeting will be something special, and you do not want to miss it! Register now at http://www.iowaabi.org/events/annual-conference/.

While you are finalizing your plans for the annual conference, you will also enjoy this edition of Business Record Iowa, ABI’s monthly newsmagazine. Look for a feature story about the Affordable Care Act in this month’s edition. This is a business, not a political, story. The ACA is the law, and ABI members are com- plying with it. Learn more inside.

When it comes to implementing the ACA or with any question of what organization can best lead the way, as I ask each month, “Why Not ABI?” Thank you once more for your support.