AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR CHAPTER REVITALIZATION, A.K.A. THE PHOENIX AWARD: CMSA OF CENTRAL NJ

The Phoenix Award pays tribute to the CMSA Chapter that has come close to closing within the last two-three years but through hard work and dedication has breathed new life into the chapter and made it sustainable once again within the current award entry year.

In April 2019, CMSA Central New Jersey, due to a myriad of contributing factors, was on the brink of closing. In an effort to prevent that outcome, several former New Jersey chapter presidents met with CMSA National at the June 2019 National Conference to discuss their chapter’s status and plan a revitalization/reorganization strategy.

At the end of that meeting, all those present agreed to commit to the outline that was constructed, including becoming members of an interim board to ensure the implementation of their new business plan.

By October of 2019, impressive strides had been made in reestablishing a functioning board with dedicated officers, designing a new logo and chapter website, and establishing an educational program.

Their hard work and progress continued throughout 2020, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, providing monthly virtual programing and connecting with sponsors and other chapters. They were also able to resolve outstanding administrative issues and increase their overall income.

By focusing on their belief in their members and the case management profession, CMSA Central New Jersey was truly able to turn around their chapter and embody the spirit of the phoenix!