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

[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.

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[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.

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[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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Upcoming Events

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 14	Bots & SMS: Turbocharging Member Engagement, Shop Talk
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
Oct 15	Demystifying Decision Makers, Webinar

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