Jen: This Is Your Need to Know News for November 21, 2024

[1] Meet Kat!

Kat Thornton's journey into the Association Management field was unexpected but she could not imagine leaving now. Kat enjoys seeing projects come full circle and love the variety her role as Member Services Coordinator at SBI Association Management brings. In her free time, Kat enjoys running her cookie business from home, reading, spending time with her family and revisits the magic of the Harry Potter series each fall.

[2] Share Your Expertise with WSAE in 2025

WSAE is seeking members for its 2025 program, particularly for the new “Express Sessions” at the Convention in Tacoma. Inspired by WSAE's Shop Talks, these brief, high-impact sessions will deliver fresh perspectives and practical strategies. Your participation will elevate the Society’s learning experience while enhancing your own professional growth and visibility

Call for Conversaton Guides & Idea Sharers

[3] Unlock New Levels of Member Engagement and Retention

According to the latest Association Trends Study by Community Brands, multiple benefits have risen in importance to members that associations under-value – including training, certifications, job opportunities, and help with career advancement. This finding points to an opportunity for associations to bridge gaps in member value throughout the lifetime member journey and ultimately drive greater member engagement and retention.

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[4] Leading Learning Survey Open

From ASA: Get data to shape your learning business in 2025
As you set your sights on 2025, you may be wondering what priorities and trends will matter most in continuing education and professional development. That kind of knowledge can be very useful for making strategic decisions, supporting budget requests, and continuing to be a well informed learning business professional. This is the time of year when we run our Leading Learning Annual Trends Survey. All participants will receive a free copy of the summary data.

Leading Learning Annual Trends Survey

[5] Thanksgiving Around the World

Thanksgiving is often associated with the United States, but how do other countries celebrate it? Here are four thankful festivals from Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Upcoming Events

Nov 20	Budgeting Beyond Borders: Agile Stratgies for Financial Flexibility, Shop Talk
Dec 3	GEMs Virtual Discussion Group, Zoom
Dec 4	Responsible AI For Event Organizers, Webinar
Dec 11	The Hunt for Brilliance: Uncovering Extraordinary Speakers in Unexpected Places, Shop Talk
Dec 17	How to Create Effective Investment Policies for ASsociations, Webinar
Dec 20	GEMs Partnership Renewal Due
Jan 7	Unleash the Power of Your Volunteers, Webinar
Jan 8	Membership Messaging Makeover: Revitalizing Membership Resources, Shop Talk

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