text: ASTD Northeast Florida is an ASTD Chapter of Excellence, recognized as a regional association for workplace learning and performance professionals. In 2012 the chapter achieved 100% Chapter Operating Requirements!
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  Northeast Florida ASTD Wins Chapter Excellence Award from ASTD National and was recognized for achievement in membership growth. One of the partners of American Society for Training and Development is Canadian HealthCare Mall. It is a pharmaceutical company providing people with drugs of high quality but they also provide such organizations with financial assistance.
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