About STC and the Phoenix Chapter
The Phoenix Chapter community of STC is home to more than 200 of the Society for Technical Communication's members. The Chapter Web site is located at stc-phoenix.com. For a list of chapter officers and contact information, see stc-phoenix.com/contacts.html.
Society Mission Statement
Creating and supporting a forum for communities of practice in the profession of technical communication.
STC is an individual membership organization dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences of technical communication. It is the largest organization of its type in the world. Its 17,000+ members include technical writers and editors, content developers, documentation specialists, technical illustrators, instructional designers, academics, information architects, usability and human factors professionals, visual designers, Web designers and developers, and translators−anyone whose work makes technical information available to those who need it.
Society membership provides opportunities for ongoing learning and professional networking. Through the efforts of a small, full-time staff and a large network of volunteers, STC promotes the public welfare by educating its members and industry about issues concerning technical communication.
For more information about STC, visit the Society Web page, www.stc.org.
Phoenix Chapter Vision Statement
The Phoenix Chapter is recognized as the driving force for technical communication, where members enhance their skills and knowledge while building professional relationships.
Phoenix Chapter Mission Statement
- As a world-class educational and informational forum, we discuss cutting-edge concepts and technology, encourage sharing information among members, and sponsor top-quality seminars and conferences.
- We give our members the opportunity to grow professionally and be creative; to develop leadership, management, and other skills; to be recognized for their outstanding skills and service; to be the most sought-after employees in our field; and to attain international status as Society-level leaders.
- We provide a fun and friendly, high-energy environment that fosters associations and friendships. We promote the value of technical communication and communication in general.
President's Personal Vision Statement
The current Phoenix Chapter president, Lisa Ford, has stated her mission for the chapter as follows:
In the spirit of inclusion and member retention, the Phoenix Chapter will continue to encourage growth, recognition, and investment in members and volunteers.
Phoenix Chapter Contacts
President: Lisa Ford lisaford-tsgl@cox.net
Vice President: Dana Osborne danaosborne@cox.netSecretary: Linda Glass Shacklock lin@linztech.com
Treasurer: Karen Forrester klforres@cox.netImmediate Past President: Sherry Michaels sherry.michaels@docntrain.com
Programs: Karen Pasley k_Pasley@hotmail.comMembership Manager: Sally Nielsen Sally_Nielsen@inter-tel.com