Jen: This Is Your Need to Know News for September 7, 2023

[1] History Made

Congratulations! The membership has adopted and approved WSAE's amendments and restated Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.

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[2] Learn From Early Adopters

How Associations Are Navigating Artificial Intelligence

Thursday, September 14, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Four Points by Sheraton
22406 Pacific Hwy. S., Des Moines, WA

We're back in person with The Art of Association Management as THE PLACE for all association professionals and partners to connect and find OUR GREATNESS. Mark your calendars and plan to join us in person twice a year with fall and winter workshops scheduled for Thursday, September 14, 2023 and Thursday, February 1, 2024.

The workshops will begin with facilitated Professional Interest Community discussion so you will be instantly connected with your community, includes lunch, and features sharing from early adopters.

We invite you to contribute your greatness and know-how for this upcoming event and beyond by participating in the survey below!

Contribute Your Greatness

Sponsorship Fact Sheet: Inviting sponsors to join us at The Art of Association Management, a dynamic gathering of association professionals and industry partners, who are practicing the art and science of association management with passion for improving themselves and the associations and organizations they lead.

[3] Member Engagement Tactics

To be successful, membership organizations must consistently aim to remain relevant despite numerous competing priorities. This relevance is upheld by maintaining member engagement throughout a member’s journey with your organization, necessitating a blend of energy, commitment, and creative thinking.

Hybrid Event with Guest Commentator Monette Anderson, CAE from Washington Society of CPAs.

September 27
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Washington Society of CPAs
170 120th Ave NE, Ste E101
Bellevue, WA 98005

[4] Shutting Down Microaggressions

How to Shut Down a Microaggression (or Macro) on the Spot:
Make no mistake, bullies are just as present in the workplace as they are on a playground. And bullies take their shots at people whom they perceive to be weaker than they are. In the workplace, that can show up as microaggressions, and bullies think they can get away with it by following it up with, “just kidding”. Here’s how to stand up to them, for yourself or a coworker:

[5] Why Climate Change Matters for Every Leader

Leaders are feeling better these days about things - but they may have a blind spot. A new survey says many executives underestimate the impact of climate change. Associations have an opportunity to change the conversation.

Calendar of Events

Sept 12	Using a Mentoring Program to Boost Your Recruitment and Retention Strategy Webinar
Sept 14	How Associations Are Navigating Artificial Intelligence In-Person Art of Association Management Workshop
Sept 27	Member Engagement Tactics Your Association Can Put into Action Hybrid Shop Talk
Oct 11	Key Legal Issues for Nonprofits When It Comes to Generative AI Shop Talk
Nov 15	The Art, Science, and Strategy of Taking Association Meeting Minutes Shop Talk
Jan 10	Building Financial Resiliance: Investment Strategies and Policies for Associations Shop Talk

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