We're weeks away from VSAE's 2024 Annual Conference, May 5-7, 2024, at Hilton Norfolk The Main in Norfolk!. This year's conference marks VSAE's 75th year of serving Virginia's association community, and the theme is "Celebrating our Past, Creating our Future".

This event will feature nationally recognized keynote presenters, CAE-approved education programs focusing on the issues and challenges facing association professionals, numerous networking opportunities, and special festivities to celebrate VSAE's diamond jubilee. You won't want to miss it!

Early registration ends on Friday, April 5th, so sign up before the deadline to take advantage of the discount.

 

ALV Applications Now Being Accepted

 Do any of the following describe you?

  • Early career association or industry partner professional seeking knowledge, experience, mentors, and connections
  • Experienced professional looking to advance or recently moving to a new role or organization
  • Prospective CAE candidate needing hours to sit for the exam (earn 30+ hours through this program)  
  • Current CAE looking to sharpen skills and maintain certification
  • Aspiring (or new) chief executive

If you answered "yes" to one or more of the above, apply for the Association Leadership Virginia (ALV) program. Applications are now being accepted through August 15. There will be an information session on Monday, May 6 at the Annual Conference.


Looking to make a positive difference in Virginia's association profession and our community? If yes, apply today to become a VSAE difference-maker. 

VSAE volunteers help drive the work of the association, developing program content for VSAE conferences and seminars, assisting colleagues in preparing for the CAE exam, mentoring new members, presenting at VSAE events, engaging in community service projects, and much more.

Volunteering provides personal benefits too. It offers the opportunity to expand your professional network, support other association colleagues, enhance your leadership skills, and give back to the VSAE and our community. Volunteering is also excellent for your mental and emotional well-being.

See the complete list of volunteer opportunities and time commitments for each. Volunteer interest forms are being accepted now through April 29. 
 

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Podcast Episode 15 I Sam Richter

The latest episode of VSAE ConneXions features Sam Richter, one of the world's foremost sales intelligence and digital reputation experts, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author. As the closing keynote speaker at this year's VSAE Annual Conference, May 5-7 in Norfolk, Sam provides insights into gaining intel secrets to grow your organization. Tune in for a sneak peek into Richter's keynote presentation – discovering tips and tricks for utilizing online information to build meaningful and authentic connections – and how associations can use generative AI to their advantage. Our thanks to PK Speakers Bureau for providing Sam as the closing keynote speaker.

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