Jen: This Is Your Need to Know News for June 18, 2024

[1] Announcing WSAE's
Award Recipients

During its June 5-7, 2024 Convention at the Three Rivers Convention Center, the Washington Society for Association Excellence recognized and celebrated the important contributions made over the past year to the Society and the association industry. The outstanding accomplishments of seven individuals and organizations were honored.

Congratulations to Linda Herald, General Manager, Wenatchee Convention Center, for her recognition as WSAE's June Member of the Month. Linda values working with nonprofit organizations and appreciates the diverse interactions her job brings. She also enjoys serving as a Council Member for the City of Wenatchee where she supports initiatives for the homeless.

[3] 50 Ways to Boost
Association Membership

Attracting, engaging, and retaining members are top priorities for associations. We’re excited to introduce “50 Ways to Boost Membership,” your comprehensive guide to elevating your membership strategies to new heights.

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

[4] Enriching the Member Experience Through Innovative Revenue Strategies

Guest Commentator:
Lance Clark, CAE
Northwest Housing Association
Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of financial stability for associations requires a keen focus on enhancing the member experience.

When: July 10, 2024, 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom

[5] Juneteenth

Juneteenth commemorates an effective end of
slavery in the United States.

It marks the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the freedom of enslaved people there, over two years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863. This date is important because it represents the enforcement of emancipation across the nation, particularly in distant Confederate regions. Juneteenth has since grown into a celebration of African American freedom, culture, and progress, recognized as a state holiday or observance in most states and as a federal holiday in the U.S. since 2021.

Inclusion Calendar

Upcoming Events

June 19	Juneteenth - WSAE Offices Closed
June 30	GEMs: Artwork Deadline, WA Confluence
July 1	WSAE Membership Renewals Due
July 9	Better Problem Solving, Webinar
July 10	Enriching the Member Experience Through Innovative Revenue Strategies, Shop Talk
July 24	Transforming Your Association from Static to Strategic, Webinar
Aug 6	Generative AI Considerations for Association Boards and CEOs, Webinar
Aug 20	Marketing and Membership Survival Guide, Webinar
Sept 10	Mastering Canva: Elevate Your Association with Effortless Design, Webinar
Sept 15	Demystifying Decision Makers, Webinar

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