Shelby Systems User Conference Evolves with International Focus

For 16 years, Shelby Systems, Inc., a well-known developer of church management software, has held an annual gathering of its users – an event aptly named National User Group Meeting (NUGM). Things will be different in 2007. With the acknowledgement of a geographically diverse customer base, the event will now be titled International Shelby Conference – ISC 2007.

The purpose of the meeting remains the same as in previous years with an emphasis on training, one-on-one sessions, showcasing new software features, focusing on future goals, networking, entertainment, and fun. But, as described by Karen Bishop, events manager for Shelby, the company “… wants to acknowledge - and emphasize - the international profile of the Shelby family of users. Hopefully, this titling will not only encourage the attendance of our international organizations but will also make the whole group of users want to enjoy this expanding customer group.”

Over 8,700 customers in more than 40 countries use Shelby software on a daily basis. In fact, users from Guam and Canada have participated regularly in the yearly gathering. Tim Williams of Northview Community Church in British Columbia said, “I just loved the Conference. The training sessions were awesome and it was so much fun networking with peers that have walked a mile in my shoes. Shelby is like a family. I felt loved, supported, and encouraged. I came back home equipped to serve the Lord and His people with excellence."

The meeting focuses on continuing education for attendees and provides Certified Professional Education (CPE) units. Participants choose from over 80 sessions related to improving skills using Shelby products, increasing knowledge of office production software, and understanding the value of products that integrate with Shelby software to manage mail, automate telephone calls, streamline data entry, and more. With the participation of over 20 business partners, Shelby users easily learn of services and tools that improve ministry. And the news of the meeting’s success is spreading.

The number of Shelby users in The Bahamas has increased recently. Clement Horton of Evangelistic Temple is already making plans for 2007. He is well aware of the various kinds of support and training offered by Shelby to its customers. “In particular, I’ve heard excellent comments about the annual meeting, and we want to add our country’s presence to the gathering in San Antonio.”

For details on getting your church involved in ISC 2007, visit http://isc.shelbyinc.com

Shelby Systems, located in Cordova, Tennessee, provides management software designed for faith-based organizations such as churches, denominational headquarters, and other nonprofit groups. To learn more about the software, visit www.shelbyinc.com or call 800.877.0222.

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