We want to take this opportunity to thank those of you who participated in the membership survey a while back. Survey results were com-
piled by Nancy Wiser of Wiser Strategies. Ms. Wiser also conducted the GLMS strategic planning retreat on June 24, 2017. The results of the
membership survey are available at https://goo.gl/wrRG2a. We are pleased to present the new GLMS strategic plan to you. A special thanks
to those who participated in the process.
- Robert Zaring, MD, MMM
GOAL III. DETERMINE THE
INTERESTS AND NEEDS OF
YOUNGER PHYSICIANS, AND
OFFER MEANINGFUL SERVICES
AND BENEFITS.
Objective 3.1 Continue to monitor and survey membership
by various methods to maintain a pulse on the
sentiments of the membership with a special focus
on the younger demographic.
Objective 3.2 Continue to improve and develop programs and
services to meet needs and interests identified by
Obj. 3.1.
Objective 3.3 See 1.4
Objective 3.4 Continue to create fun social and networking events
for physicians and their families of all ages. Show
sensitivity by hosting some events with alcohol and
other events without.
Objective 3.5 Continue providing opportunities for established
physicians to mentor and teach medical students,
residents, and fellows.
Objective 3.6 Educate members on how to promote their
practices via social media and online.
GOAL IV. IMPROVE THE
SOCIETY’S ORGANIZATIONAL
EFFECTIVENESS.
Objective 4.1 Revamp credentialing service into a premium
service utilizing cutting-edge technology and
optimizing processes to bring satisfaction to
physicians and clients while providing safety and
security to the community.
Objective 4.2 Capitalize on opportunities to expand credentialing
service regionally and nationwide to increase non-
dues revenue.
Objective 4.3 Market Insurance Credentialing service to
membership.
Objective 4.4 Create more net income and draw additional non-
dues revenue from MSPS by expanding business
offerings that capitalize on the local market trends
of physician practices.
Objective 4.5 Explore the viability of launching a new scribe
service through MSPS. If feasible, move forward
and market to membership.
Objective 4.6 Hire a new Strategic Communications and
Marketing Director to Develop new strategies for
increasing advertising and sponsorship revenue.
Objective 4.7 Increase recruitment and retention of members.
Objective 4.8 Implement the Strategic Plan by assigning
objectives to appropriate committees and staff to
develop action steps and budgets.
Objective 4.9 Continue to monitor and gauge success of strategic
plan. Have Board Chair communicate annual
implementation report to the Board.
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