2006 APH Conference
Welcome

Jeanne Archer

Whether you're an experienced personal historian wanting to take your skills to the next level or someone just beginning in this exciting field, you won't want to miss the 12th annual conference of the Association of Personal Historians in Portland, Ore.

Proclaimed as North America's "Best Big City," Portland is a friendly, laid-back city located along the Willamette River in the shadow of Mount Hood and the beautiful Cascade Mountains.

Each year, APH listens carefully to member input to design a program with your needs in mind. Conference coordinators Julie Zander and Paula Slavens and their dedicated committee have worked tirelessly to develop an impressive lineup of learning experiences. Featuring award-winning, nationally known speakers, business-building workshops, and panel discussions you can't find anywhere else, the conference is destined to inspire you with new ideas and ways to improve your business.

For the first time, a whole new audience will be introduced to APH and the field of personal history through a Community Forum designed to attract people from throughout the area. But perhaps one of the biggest advantages of all is networking with other friendly, helpful members who share your passion for this exciting field and are willing to share their expertise.

The theme this year is "Celebrating stories: Passage to the past, flowing to the future." Join me in Portland in celebrating stories about your growing success!

Jeanne S. Archer
APH President