Brit: This Is Your Need to Know News for May 22, 2024

[1] Convention Kick-Off Day!

WSAE Annual Convention Starts Soon ...

We hope your bags are packed & your journey to Kennewick is a breeze! The Pre-Convention Deep Dive with Nancy Bacon and Jeffrey Wilcox starts at 1 p.m. and registration for full Convention opens at 5 p.m.

We will see you there!

Convention Schedule

[2] 2024 Event Marketing Guide

How to Increase Attendance at Association Events

With the event landscape more crowded than ever, association marketers must find new ways to attract attendees without breaking the bank. But where do you begin?

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] 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 association requires a keen focus on enchaing the member experience. Join fellow members to talk shop.

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

Where: Zoom

[4] June is Pride Month

Pride Month is an annual celebration of the many contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community to history, society and cultures worldwide. In most places, Pride is celebrated throughout the month of June each year in commemoration of its roots in the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. However, in some areas—especially in the Southern Hemisphere—pride events occur at other times of the year.

Inclusion Calendar

[5] WSAE Membership Renewals

Friendly Reminder: Membership Renewals are due June 30th

Now is the opportune time to pave the way for a bold new chapter of growth and excellence by renewing your membership today. Renewing your membership is akin to igniting a flame - it requires a brief spark of effort but yields enduring brilliance. Simply click the button below. Explore the auto-renewal option to ensure next year unfolds seamlessly!

Renew Your Membership

Upcoming Events

June 5-7	2024 Annual Convention, Kennewick, WA
June 5	Leader as Coach, Webinar
June 18	Optimizing Association Staffing, Webinar
June 30	GEMs: Artwork Deadline, WA Confluence
June 30	WSAE Membership Renewals Due
July 9	Better Problem Solving, Webinar
July 10	Enriching the Member Experience Through Innovative Revenue Strategies, Shop Talk
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 25	Leading Productive 1:1's & Team Meetings, Webinar

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