Resource Hub, Shop Talk, and More
Resource Hub, Shop Talk, and More
  Member: This Is Your Need to Know News for July 10, 2024

[1] Happening Today: 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. Shop Talks deliver practical learning that fits into 30 minutes for busy association professionals. Registration is complimentary and open to everyone.
July 10, 2024, 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. via Zoom
Register

[2] Overcoming Four Key Challenges in Association Leadership


The team at NetForum, in collaboration with industry experts, has identified the top four association management challenges:

1) Inefficient processes
2) Not enough staff
3) Technology limitations
4) Budget constraints
Download this guide for free, actionable insights and tips to overcome these common challenges.
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] Venturing Into Uncharted Waters

This program offered through the ASA Learning Alliance Collective
Sheri Jacobs, FASAE, CAE
Avenue M 
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the association community's most dynamic and insightful leaders. Whether you're a seasoned association professional or new to the field, this webinar series will inspire you to embrace innovation, take calculated risks, and achieve the membership growth your association deserves. 

Sessions
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Thursdays, Sept. 19 & 26; Oct. 3, 2024 
Registration: $199 for this three-part series
CAE: 1 CAE hour per session (total of 3 CAE hours)
Learn More & Register

[4] Language as a Tool for Inclusion: Expanding Our Linguistic Awareness

The Will To Change: Uncovering True Stories of Diversity & Inclusion with Author Jen O'Ryan
This episode features a conversation with inclusive language expert Jen O'Ryan on the nuances of language and word choice for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Jen reveals how we can expand our linguistic awareness to lead with more humility and precision and provides concrete examples for humanizing workspaces by removing ableist language and replacing problematic words with more inclusive alternatives.
Listen Here

[5] Are You Considering Earning Your CAE?

The Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential is the marker of a committed association professional who has demonstrated the wide range of knowledge essential to manage an association in today’s challenging environment.

View the ASAE Exam Content Outline, and if you're interested in a study group of fellow WSAE members, contact Brit Kramer
Next application deadline: Friday, September 27, 2024
Exam date: December 1-14, 2024
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Association Management Inc.
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Hilton Motif Seattle
Robin Chase
Washington State Community Associations Institute
Beth Luke
Washington State Community Associations Institute
Tara Matthews
Washington State Community Associations Institute

July
Birthdays


Lindsay Brown
Michael DeVan
Shonie Fulwiler
Samantha Ganske

Have a birthday this month? Contact Jen to be added to our next Fast Five.
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