Elizabeth A. Sharpe, CAE

CSAE member since 1992
My entire business career prior to working in the association sector was based on relationships. If I worked for a senior business leader I watched, listened and learned from them. I learned how and how not to succeed. At CSAE, I continued this practice by learning from the best. I pursued mentorships and friendships with leaders who succeeded and those who sometimes did not and were willing to honestly share. That was real and relatable and a big part of mentorship for me. It gave me confidence to rely on my own sense of discernment. I believe achieving the CAE® designation was a stepping-stone and catalyst to a very fulfilling career in the not-for-profit sector. It has given me the confidence that I am on the right track in my work and in my life and competencies to rely on.