NE/SAE's 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting is the premier conference for association executives and association professionals in New England - and beyond! We hope you'll join us for 2+ days of education, networking, and virtual exhibits - all delivered to your home or office. Click on the button below for additional information and to register today!
KEY DATES:
Thursday, June 3rd | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Virtual Networking Events & Awards Celebration
Thursday, June 10th | 10:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Educational Programming
Friday, June 11th | 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Educational Programming
FEATURED EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS:
Build a Momentum Mindset: How to Rock Change, Boost
Resilience and Re-emerge Stronger and Better Than Before
Enable Meaningful Human Connections
with Networking Events of the Future
Strategic Planning Using Strengths-Based Thinking
Culture is Key
Looking Ahead - Legal Issues for Events
What is a Hybrid Event? Finding the "Right”
Fit for Your Association
Standing in Line with Tickets for the Ride of Our Careers
... and more to be announced!
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NE/SAE is currently accepting nominations for our Individual Awards and applications for our Organizational Award. Learn more about our awards and recognition opportunities below.
Individual Awards
NE/SAE is honored to present awards to two outstanding professionals each year: our Rising Star Award and our Super Star Award.
The Rising Star Award was created to give annual recognition to an up and coming staff member of one of our member organizations. Click here to see the criteria and to nominate a Rising Star!
The Super Star Award was created to give annual recognition to a NE/SAE member who has gone above and beyond in their volunteer service to NE/SAE. Click here to see the criteria and to nominate a Super Star!
The deadline for nominations for our individual awards is April 30, 2021.
Organizational Excellence Award
NE/SAE’s Organizational Award recognizes the innovation and accomplishments of professional societies and trade associations in New England and celebrates the positive impact they have on their members and the industries they serve. Click here to see the criteria and to apply for an organizational award.
The deadline for applications for our Organizational Excellence award is April 30, 2021.
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NE/SAE has developed a variety of resource pages on our website, featuring both NE/SAE content and links to helpful external resources. Visit the resources pages below for more information. If you have an educational resource you'd like to share with our members, or if you're looking for a particular resource not included, please let us know.
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We've rounded up a few of our favorite recently-trending articles featured in ASAE's Associations Now from the past few weeks. These articles originally appeared on AssociationsNow.com.
THE DOCUMENT THAT WILL IMPROVE EVERY MEETING YOU HAVE
A meeting agreement, especially for virtual meetings, not only sets the stage for stronger conversations but also makes room for voices that may not always feel comfortable speaking up. Read more.
FOUR TIPS FOR CREATING AN EFFECTIVE AFFINITY PROGRAM
By focusing on member experience, associations can build a program that boosts membership value and provides resources that improve members’ personal and professional lives. Read more.
SHOULD YOU INCREASE MEMBERSHIP DUES?
Raising membership dues is rarely an easy decision, and the past year’s complications have made it even more difficult. Anecdotal and statistical evidence shows associations are holding off on raising dues right now, mindful of members’ struggles. Read more.
HOW DIVERSE LEADERSHIP CAN HELP ASSOCIATIONS AFTER THE PANDEMIC
A new study shows that association staffers are understandably anxious about the COVID-era economy. Easing those concerns will require broadening the scope of revenue streams—and of association leadership. Read more.
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American associations contribute in direct and significant ways to U.S. economic stability and societal advancement. They help build up vital industries, professions, workers, businesses and communities.
ASAE created a new infographic, The Power of Associations is the Power of America, to further demonstrate associations’ unique and significant impact on our economy and society. Click on your state below to learn and help share how associations live at the intersection of U.S. economy and public service.
New England is home to 1,600+ associations that employee 8,300+ employees and pay over $711 million in wages each year.
Together, associations help advance the United States economy through career building specialized experience across all industries and professions, Promoting marketplace competition and confidence through association-provided credentials, and paying almost $20 billion in salaries and wages nationwide.
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As part of its International Women's Month commemoration, the Wakefield Human Rights Commission conducted interviews with woman business owners in Wakefield, MA. Sherri Oken, CAE, a Human Rights Commissioner who lives and has a business in Wakefield, was interviewed.
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We are excited to welcome the following new member to the NE/SAE community!
Regular Members
Elyssa Morgan
Senior Director, Membership
NEACH
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The New England Society of Association Executives is looking for YOUR news for our monthly e-newsletter, NE/SAE eNews. Please consider sharing any of the following:
- You or your organization in the news, including any awards or recognition you have received.
- Your professional development news - promotions, job changes, retirements, etc.
- Articles you have written that would be of interest to NE/SAE members.
- Photos.
- Other non-promotional items you think would be of interest to the membership.
News submissions are accepted on a rolling basis and will be published in the next monthly e-newsletter. Submit your news using this brief online form.
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We're pleased to share our upcoming webinar schedule. NE/SAE is an approved CAE provider, and our live webinars meet the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Webinars are $45 for members and $75 for non-members.
Culture of Engagement: Why and How to Build A Passionate, Engaged Membership
Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 1:30 PM
How to Improve Your Association’s Sponsorship Program… During the Pandemic
Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 1:30 PM
Planning for Growth: Neuromarketing for Growth
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at 1:30 PM
Planning for Growth: Solving Problems for Success
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 1:30 PM
Eliminating the Revenue Drought: Making it Rain New Business and New Members
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 1:30 PM
Member Retention – A Fresh Look
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 1:30 PM
Me, Myself & My Camera: Implementing Video Production Solo
Wednesday, August 2, 2021 at 1:30 PM
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Engage with your fellow members during one of NE/SAE's interactive, discussion-based events, including our Think Tanks and Women CEO Group. These programs are virtual opportunities for members to discuss timely topics, assess emerging trends, and share challenges and success stories with one another. Upcoming opportunities include:
Think Tank: What is a Hybrid Event?
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 8:30 AM
Women CEO Group
Friday, May 14, 2021 at 8:30 AM
Think Tank: Creating a Cohesive Culture
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 8:30 AM
Women CEO Group
Friday, June 18, 2021 at 8:30 AM
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