Heather recently presented to the Association of Independent Information Professionals (AIIP) at their 24th Annual Conference in Cleveland, OH. She shared her experiences on the opportunities, and challenges, arising from operating an IIP business from Australia. Heather talked about needing world of contacts, making a strong connection and good local knowledge for building a global business. Read more...

The Association of Independent Information Professionals (AIIP) has announced the winner of the 2009 AIIP Connections Writer’s award at their annual conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Heather Carine has been awarded the 2009 Connections Writer's Award for her article “opportunities in a changing world.” Read more...

Selling independent research services can be a difficult task in a buoyant economy, let alone in an economy that has temporarily lost its confidence. Many commentators – and AIIP members – are saying that uncertain times offer an ideal opportunity to review and improve one’s business strategy and operations, to suit the current conditions and prepare for the coming years. Now would be a good time to take a fresh look at your business strategy, operations, and selling points to continue attracting and securing the clients you want. Read more...

Heather recently had the pleasure of presenting at the annual conference of the Association of Independent Information Professionals (AIIP) in Pittsburgh, PA. Heather presented on “building an independent information professional business”. Heather was honoured to receive the Myra T. Grenier award from AIIP at the Conference. The award assists a new independent information professional to attend their first AIIP conference. Read more...