Jen: This Is Your Need to Know News for Sept 4, 2024

[1] Maximize Tech, Minimize Stress

Crafting a Thriving Technology Ecosystem

Thursday October 3, 2024
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hybrid Event | Commercial Brokers Association

Join us on a journey to create a successful technology ecosystem for your organization. Be sure to take advantage of this rare opportunity in which WSAE is bringing this ASAE 2024 Annual Meeting workshop directly to the Pacific Northwest, offering you unparalleled access to all five of the top-tier industry leaders/presenters, insights, and strategies without the expense and travel.

Our Thought Leaders:
Moira Hoban Edwards - President, Ellipsis Partners
Rebecca E. Achurch, CAE - CEO, Achurch Consulting
Carolyn Hook - Membership Outreach & Database Manager,
North American Society for Trenchless Technology
Anne R. Ornelas - Senior Manager, CASSS
Erin Trost - Project Manager, Achurch Consulting

[2] Unlock the Secrets to Building Community

In today's digital era, fostering a sense of belonging is more important than ever. Get this association ebook to learn how activating and engaging your community can lead to exponential growth and success.

WSAE’s library of free downloadable content includes white papers, guides, reports, research, industry analysis, and more, provided by experts and organizations that serve the association community.

Resource Hub

[3] Tax Reform Webinar

Complimentary Webinar Provided by ASAE:
September 26, 2024, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Associations and other nonprofits face the biggest legislative threat in more than 50 years. "Associations at Risk: 2025 Tax Reform Implications" will be hosted on ASAE’s new learning platform, ASAE Academy. Registrants will receive instructions on how to log into the ASAE Academy in mid-September for this program, as well as a reminder email the day before the program.

[4] WSAE Member Update

Facilitated by Brit Kramer, CAE
Executive Director, WSAE

A WSAE Member Update took place via Zoom at the end of August. If you missed the live session, you can catch up by watching the recording. The meeting covered Convention locations, governance updates, and other important topics.

Catch Up with Brit

[5] Seven Strategies for Eliminating Recruitment Bias

Learn how to implement seven effective strategies to eliminate recruitment bias and create a more inclusive and diverse hiring process.

Recruitment bias can take many forms, from intentional discrimination to unconscious biases that hiring managers may not even realize they have. This can result in missed opportunities to hire talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and can also contribute to a work environment that is less inclusive and equitable.

Upcoming Events

Sept 9	Venturing Into Uncharted Waters, ASA
Sept 10	Mastering Canva: Elevate Your Association with Effortless Design, Webinar
Sept 25	Insight Infusion - Association Pros Unplugged, Shop Talk
Sept 25	Leading Productive 1:1's & Team Meetings, Webinar
Sept 16	Tax Reform Webinar, ASAE
Sept 29	WA Confluence Artwork Deadline
Oct 3	The Art of Association Management
Oct 15	Demystifying Decision Makers, Webinar
Oct 16	Competency Check: Elevate your Nomination Game, Shop Talk
Oct 30	Service Recovery, Webinar
Nov 6-7	Next Level Leadership Summit
Nov 13	Budgeting Beyond Borders: Agile Strategies for Financial Flexibility, Shop Talk
Dec 11	The Hunt for Brilliance: Uncovering Extraordinary Speakers in Unexpected Places, Shop Talk (save the date)
Dec 20	GEMs Partnership Renewal Due
Jan 8	Membership Messaging Makeover: Revitalizing Membership Resources, Shop Talk (save the date)

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