GSAE Winter Luncheon & Roundtables
Wednesday, Feb. 21
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
.75 CAE credits
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Featured Speaker, Reggie Henry, CAE
Chief Information & Performance Excellence Officer
ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership
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Schedule
10:20 am - 11:30 am - Discussion Roundtables sponsored by GSAE's Shared Interest Groups. 1.25 CAE credits - separate registration available too.
10:30 am - 11:30 am - GSAE Member Orientation - join GSAE leadership to learn about all things GSAE
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Networking Reception
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm - Luncheon
1:35 pm - Hotel Tour & Renovation Update
Cost
GSAE Member - $49 ($59 after Feb. 16)
Guests - $69 ($79 after Feb. 16)
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GSAE Member News
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Mike Pennington, CAE is the new Vice President Customer Experience with Novi AMS. |
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Dr. Low-El Aplebaum, FASAE, CAE, CPF successfully defended his dissertation to earn his Doctorate of Education, focusing on Organizational Leadership, from St. Mary’s University. |
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Congratulations to Emily DeHont, CMP on her promotion to National Sales Manager with Visit Charlotte. |
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Welcome Dawn A. Randolph, MPA as the CEO of Georgia Pharmacy Association. |
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Congratulations to Shan Haugabrook, CNP on her promotion to Senior Director of Member Relations and Engagement at Atlanta Apartment Association. |
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Brenda Dempsey, Director of the Southern Region, Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. and longtime member of GSAE, will retire on July 6, 2024. |
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Katie Williams has been named Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Tourism at The Classic Center. Katie will continue to lead Visit Athens GA as its Executive Director. |
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Seth Richardson is Assistant Director of Sales & Catering at JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District. |
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Greg Wilder has been named CEO of the North Carolina Society of CPAs. Greg has served the last 11 years as COO of the Georgia Society of CPAs. |
New website for Only in Cartersville Bartow
Only in Cartersville Bartow is thrilled to announce the launch of their brand-new website, designed to be your ultimate guide to Cartersville Bartow! Navigate through the user-friendly interface to discover the hidden gems, rich history, and vibrant culture Cartersville Bartow offers. From must-visit attractions to local events and insider tips, the website is your go-to resource for planning an unforgettable experience. Check it out online and watch our new sizzle video to learn even more about our great destination.
Georgia Trend Names Most Influential and Notable Georgians
Georgia Trend Magazine announced its 100 Most Influential and Notable Georgians. Congratulations to the following GSAE members and supporters for the recognition. Read More
100 Most Influential Georgians
- Chris Clark
- Larry Hanson
- Joe Marinelli
- Jere Morehead
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Notable Georgians
- Jennifer Frum
- Jay Markwalter, LEC, TMP
- Kevin Perry
- Michael "Sully" Sullivan, JD
- Monty Veazey
- Larry K. Williams
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Athens Wine Weekend, February 2 - 4, 2024
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The Classic Center loves its GSAE partners and is offering a discount on events for the 2024 Athens Wine Weekend! Buy tickets here and use promo code GSAEWINE. |
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Pre-approved for 10 CAE credits. Last year’s cohort received 15 CAE credits based on tracked self-study time. Expect up to 3 hours of self-study per module.
Live webinars, Noon - 1:00 pm EST/EDT.
- March 26 – Program Kickoff and Onboarding
- April 9 – Vision Goals & Planning Process
- April 23 – The Right Team & Right Customers
- May 7 – An Empowered System of Management
- May 21 – Demystifying the Financials
- June 4 – Applying the Financials & Graduation
Early bird pricing available at $795
GSAE 2023 Leadership Retreat
Only in Cartersville Bartow had the pleasure of hosting the GSAE Leadership Retreat in October at the Courtyard by Marriott Cartersville & the Clarence Brown Conference Center. It was a productive 24 hours that brought together great minds while experiencing the hospitality of this new destination partner! Visit the new website to learn more about your meeting options through Only in Cartersville Bartow.
2024 GSAE Annual Meeting, May 29 - May 31
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The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism
Room block link
- Shoulder dates are early only
- No availability Friday, May 31
- Join us as early as Monday, May 27
- Lake Shelby and Gulf State Park rates are $179
- Gulf of Mexico views are $199
Join us for top-notch education from thought leaders
- Up to 11 CAE credits
- Over 230 attendees expected
- Golf, kayaks, crafts, beer pours, and wine tastings
- Registration - $399 - $3299
- Additional staff - $369
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2024 GSAE Save the Dates
- GSAE Winter Luncheon - February 21, 2024 - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm - .75 CAE credit. Featuring Reggie Henry, CAE, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. Hosted by Emory Conference Center Hotel and sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority.
- GSAE Spring Luncheon - April 17, 2024 - .75 CAE credit. Featuring Chris Clark, President & CEO, Georgia Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority. Host location available.
- GSAE Summer Event - July 17, 2024 - 1 CAE credit expected. Sponsorship available. Host location available.
- The Abit Massey Lecture Series - September 18, 2024 - .75 CAE credit expected. Hosted by a new property by Hilton Windy Hill Ballpark. Sponsored by Visit Savannah.
- Holiday Luncheon, Awards Show, Silent Auction & Annual Business Meeting - December 11, 2024. Hosted by Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina & Explore Brookhaven and sponsored by Jekyll Island Authority. Two sponsorships are available.
2024 Inclusion Calendar Published
Welcome Mat. GSAE is committed to being a resource and model for members and organizations on effective practices that drive successful diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. GSAE believes in fostering a welcoming culture amongst our members that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable to all. We know our differences are what make us stronger. Through diverse perspectives, an inclusive culture, and equitable opportunities, we are connecting leaders, advancing associations. Access the 2024 Inclusion Calendar.
Big thanks to our colleagues at Florida SAE and their DEI committee for sharing the 2024 calendar with us.
Got GSAE Member News?
Has something phenomenal happened in your professional life? An award, new job, organizational excellence? Let us share it, too! Just send press releases, job changes, and award announcements to Corrin Wagnon at corrin "at" gsae.org.
2024 GSAE Membership Dues - Renew Today
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GSAE's Dues Year is January 1 - December 31
- Association Exec 1 - $325
- Association Exec 2+ - $150
- Corporate Supplier Member 1 - $350
- Corporate Supplier Member 2+ - $250
- Retired Member - $40
- Affiliate - $100
- GSAE's current W9
Log into your profile or use GSAE's easy button to renew today! |
We understand your time is valuable, and we strive to make volunteer service convenient and rewarding. GSAE volunteers truly do the work of the organization. Please send an email to Wendy at wendy "at" gsae.org if you are interested in learning more about 2024 committee and SIG leadership opportunities.
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Did you know our Career Headquarters links to ASAE's national site? **And** if you buy a posting through us, GSAE gets a royalty payment to support the Society's programming. Check out the Careers section at the bottom of this e-newsletter for the latest Georgia postings.
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Discover GSAE's entirely FREE library of downloadable content, including white papers, guides, infographics, case studies, industry analysis and so much more! Consider this your one-stop shop when looking for current topics you need to learn about that are influencing our entire industry. Be sure to check back often as GSAE continues to add resources to this page going forward.
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GSAE is seeking members interested in sharing effective practices, compelling case studies, and pilot programs. Or, are you interested in writing a guest column? Contact Wendy at wendy "at" gsae.org.
Spring 2024 – Association Communications: What's New (including AI that won't keep you up at night). Content due March 29.
Summer 2024 – Governance & Tech. Content due July 5.
Fall 2024 – Content Curation (Develop Once. Publish Everywhere.) Content due Oct. 4.
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TSAE's Spring CAE Study Course, Feb. 21 - April 24, 2024
- Kick-off orientation to learn more about the process
- Meet every Wednesday from 1:30 – 3:30 pm via Zoom
- Review of study questions with experienced CAEs and peers
- Earn up to 18 CAE hours*
- Access digital flash cards to assist in exam prep
- Experience the camaraderie and support of your course-mates (and watch out, they just may become your friends for life)
- GSAE member pricing available
- *CAE hours may only be earned once through the study course. GSAE participants will be sent to GSAE at the completion of the course.
- Learn more about the TSAE study course and register.
Other CAE course options are available online.
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Join us on February 1 at noon EST as we release the results of our 10th sector research study, Looking Forward Impact. This is the association sector's leading environmental scan of the association strategy environment. Dean West, President of Association Laboratory, will provide his annual interpretation of the results, we'll get impressions from a panel of leading association executives, and everyone gets an executive summary of the results.
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ASAE’s Legislative Fly In is March 5-6, 2024, in Washington, DC. This year we will be at a new location, with an updated agenda and a kickoff luncheon. Read more and view the agenda. The program is open to ASAE members only. There will be an APAC reception the evening of March 5. The early bird deadline to register is December 28.
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Are you having trouble deciphering the executive order on artificial intelligence recently issued by the White House? It is the federal government’s most ambitious attempt to date to corral this burgeoning technology – and contains numerous items of interest for employers. Fisher Phillips can help. Contact Terri Stewart at FPatlanta "at" fisherphillips.com for a complimentary 30-minute consultation.
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Monday, January 29, 1:00 pm - Wednesday, January 31, 1:00 pm, 2024 - Cartersville-Bartow County, GA: Join your peers and new friends for this fun, multi-day event of statewide networking and leadership training.
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We are excited to share a unique offering from The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR) –– their Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training that inspires collaboration and innovation for corporations and nonprofits in real-time, in-person or virtually. Partnering with UPS, there are opportunities for free training for qualified 501(c)3 organizations.
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Webinars, Podcasts & Blogs from Around the Web
GSAE compiles a compendium of podcasts, blogs and resources from association land that we think will help you be better at your job.
Highlights this month include new issues from Association BrainFood (free education!), TSAE's last podcast of the year, and a new Rogue Tulip's Radio Free 501c episode. Follow, listen, and learn!
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- Recordings of livestreamed and virtual meetings are available on our GSAE1917 YouTube Channel through GSAEtv.
- GSAE's Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) are complimentary, self-directed groups of GSAE members that focus on a particular area of interest. Join us for discussion roundtables before the next luncheon.
- More upcoming meetings will be announced in 2024. Join through your member profile or send an email to GSAE.
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Director, Marketing & Member Engagement | Construction Suppliers Association
Metro Atlanta area. The Construction Suppliers Association (CSA) seeks a dynamic individual to serve in the newly created role of Director of Member Engagement & Marketing. This is a frontline, member-facing position responsible for developing relationships with our members to understand their needs and how CSA can meet those needs and bring value. The qualified candidate will be responsible for recruiting new members, retaining existing members, fostering member engagement, and developing marketing materials. This position reports to the President and works closely with the CSA Board of Directors. Responsibilities include: Develop and execute a strategic plan for sustained membership growth, retention and engagement; Create programming to stimulate member engagement; Identify opportunities to enhance member benefits and services; Create, promote, and market sponsorship and advertising opportunities; Oversee all membership data, tracking and reporting, and member experience; Develop and execute a marketing strategy; Maintain CSA website and socials, Coordinate content and produce monthly e-newsletter; Create membership and event collateral. Required Qualifications: Minimum 3 years of marketing, membership, and/or sales experience. Ability to work successfully in a small team environment. Exceptional problem-solver with highly developed interpersonal, networking, and rapport building traits. Highly competent in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office, Canva, Zoom, databases, and social media.
Director of Member Engagement | ACEC Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia. ACEC Georgia is looking for a Director of Member Engagement who is friendly, energetic, positive, organized, detail-oriented, and works well within a collaborative team. If you're a people-person and self-starter who would enjoy regularly engaging with our members, you'd be a good fit. You should also be comfortable selling event sponsorships, memberships, and magazine advertising. In this role, you'll be responsible for serving as the primary point-of-contact for our member companies. You''ll be focused on developing relationships and obtaining a deep understanding of what brings value to our members, what they need from us, and what we can do to benefit and promote them and their firms. The qualified candidate will also be responsible for recruiting new member firms, selling event sponsorships, and selling advertising in Engineering Georgia magazine, our statewide publication with a hard copy circulation of 10,000 individuals. In addition, you'll be directly responsible for managing some small-scale events, as well as managing the vendors and contractors responsible for event planning services for our larger events. Desired Qualifications: Membership, sponsorship, and/or advertising sales experience preferred. Event planning experience preferred.
Communications Manager | Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants
Hybrid/Remote; headquarters office in Alexandria, Virginia. The Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) employs a professional staff committed to advancing the Dermatology PA profession through innovative educational offerings, outstanding conferences, and collaboration efforts with passionate members. SDPA seeks a talented, dynamic Communications Manager who is a team player interested in working to advance the SDPA's marketing and communications agenda. The Communications Manager will create and implement content to engage with and influence the 4,700+ members, stakeholders, and other relevant external audiences. The Communications Manager will report to the Director of Communications. This role will collaborate with all levels of staff within the SDPA, across all departments and disciplines, working with subject matter experts to dissect technical information and create the Dermatology Physician Assistant narrative. Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a field directly related to communications, media, journalism, public policy and/or public affairs. 5+ years of experience in a related role/field required. Ability to travel (10%), including occasional work/travel over weekends.
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Webinar: Pushing the Boundaries: Digital Marketing Trends for 2024 | 1:30 pm
