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The International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) is looking for a new editor to serve a three-year term for our acclaimed journal, Performance Improvement Quarterly (PIQ). PIQ is a highly respected journal in the field of human performance technology (HPT) and human resources, entering it’s 26^thyear of publication. As a peer-reviewed journal its goal is to stimulate professional discussion and to advance the research and discipline of performance technology through the publication of scholarly works.

PIQ emphasizes original work involving technologies such as analysis or evaluation as well as interventions such as motivation, personnel selection, instruction/training, performance aids, or performance guidance. PIQ is published by John Wiley & Sons in cooperation with ISPI.

The editor should have an understanding of the practice of human performance technology as well as its theoretical underpinnings. The editor must be able to recognize sound applications of performance technology (especially in the workplace) which are supported by the use of theory. The editor must be able to identify valid research and practice related to the field of performance improvement. 

The editor, who guides the journal and coordinates the review of manuscripts, receives a modest per-issue stipend. Key editorial tasks include:

• Coordinating the review of submitted manuscripts by peer reviewers. 
• Developing and monitoring the peer review process as a whole. 
• Coordinating editorial production processes efforts with ISPI and John Wiley & Sons.
• Coordinating and working on editorial direction with ISPI. 
• Managing an editorial advisory board and working with the editorial advisory board to develop a strategic editorial plan that sets directions and themes for coming issues and continues to support and improve the journal’s quality, relevance, and significance.

Applicants should have an understanding of the practice of human performance technology as well as its theoretical underpinnings. Applicants must be able to recognize sound applications of performance technology (especially in the workplace) which are supported by the use of theory. Applicants must be able to identify valid research and practice related to the field of performance improvement. 

Applicants must have excellence organization and communication (both oral and written) skills. In addition to the skills described above, a history of scholarly publishing, a doctorate degree(PhD, EdD), strong knowledge of APA Style are required, CPT designation preferred but not required. Prior editorial experience with peer-reviewed publications is preferred. 

Those interested in applying for the position should send a resume, a writing sample, history of publications, and the contact information for three professional references to: 
Brian Gresham, Publications Manager, briang@ispi.org. 

If you have any questions, please call 301.587.8570 x106. 
All materials must be received by March 1, 2013. 

What do you know about THE Performance Improvement Conference this year in Reno, NV?
There could be a lot that you are missing. Here are just a few morsels of food for thought: 

Do you know what time Round tables, Awards, and Workshops are? The Schedule-at-a-Glance, with room locations, will be included with your on-site registration packet. All scheduled activities below take place at the host hotel, the Silver Legacy Resort.
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Who are the Keynotes and when are they speaking? Get to know each of the three a little better. 
Culture Change in a Mission - Driven Company: Paul Gaffney - President and Chief Executive Officer, AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah - Monday, April 15 | Lessons from Gettysburg: The Human Side of High Performance: Steven B. Wiley - President, The Lincoln Leadership Institute at Gettysburg Tuesday, April 16 | Lisa Zangari - Senior Vice President, Human Resources, IAMGOLD 
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Are you going to Learn form the Masters? Executive Round table, Confirmed Executive Panelist, Scenario-based e-Learning: What, When, and Why,& Wild and Wondrous (and Sometimes Research-Based) Ideas for Improving Learning Measurement 
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Do you know what Educational Sessions you are participating in? Our 90-minute presentations, grouped in seven different tracks, are highly interactive and informative. Every session offers valuable information and take aways. The sessions will take place during five time slots from Monday to Wednesday. Below is an overview. Please check back soon for full descriptions with the date and time for each session.
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Joining us for Lunch 'N Learn & Chat 'N Chew? Table hosts will present a 20-minute presentation to three groups of attendees during an informal lunch session. Attendees are invited to grab a sandwich and select a table. Attendees have the opportunity to attend three different 20-minute roundtable presentations.
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Will you be joining us for Institutes & Workshops before the conference? To register, please use the conference registration form or online conference registration. To add an institute or workshop to your current registration, please email info@ispi.org or call ISPI at 1-301-587-8570. Once registered, you can not make changes to your registration online.
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Is your Company, Group, or Organization going to make connections? THE Conference brings together the best and the brightest in the multi-disciplinary field of performance improvement who will share the latest research, innovations, tools, and technologies. We've developed THE Conference to offer an intimate and interactive atmosphere where you can meet, interact with, and talk one-on-one to prospective clients and industry practitioners about your product and service offerings. 
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How are you getting to THE Performance Improvement Conference? Institute and Workshops: April 12-14 Conference: April 14-17 
(Conference begins after 4 pm on the 14th.)

SILVER LEGACY RESORT CASINO | 407 N. Virginia Street | Reno, NV 89501 | 800-687-7733 | www.silverlegacyreno.com

ISPI Special Group Rate | Group Code: ISPI13 | $79.00 Deluxe, plus applicable taxes; rate honored April 11 and 14-17 
$99.00 Deluxe, plus applicable taxes; rate honored April 12 and 13 

Deadline for Discount Rate: March 18, 2013, or until block is full | Reservations: Call 800-687-8733 or click here to reserve online.
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Register for THE Performance Improvement Conference #ISPI13 
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