This newsletter is published by Association Revenue Partners

 
 
 
 
 
 

May 27, 2025

   
 
 
 
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Join Our First CEO Roundtable of 2025
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Join our host ConferenceDirect on Thursday, June 5th in Wauwatosa for a start of summer CEO roundtable event at Ferch’s Crafthouse Grille at 418 N Mayfair Rd. 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Discussion followed by drinks and appetizers. There is no cost for WSAE CEO Level members to attend. Register here

 
Live@ Wisconsin Dells – Register Early and Save!
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Looking to grow your leadership skills, stay ahead in the association space, and connect with others who get it? WSAE Live@ Wisconsin Dells offers a unique blend of professional development, networking, and venue exploration — all designed with association professionals in mind!   


Here’s what you’ll gain:

  • Insight from industry experts.
  • A chance to experience a distinctive venue you might consider for your own events.
  • Valuable connections with peers facing similar challenges.
  • Fresh ideas and strategies you can implement immediately.


Early bird pricing ends Saturday, May 31 so make sure to save your spot today! Hotel reservations must be made by Sunday, June 1 to secure the group rate. Register now!  

 
Secure Your Spot at the 2025 CEO Retreat!
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Join us July 16–17, 2025, at the elegant Hotel Retlaw in Fond du Lac, WI, for this year’s CEO Retreat. Take advantage of the Early Bird registration rate before it ends on June 25, 2025. Be sure to reserve your room by June 16, 2025, to receive the special group rate. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and recharge alongside fellow executives – register and book your stay today

 
Overcoming Gen AI Frustrations and Challenges for Associations
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As associations increasingly integrate generative AI (Gen AI) to enhance member services, optimize operations, and provide value to stakeholders, they encounter a unique set of challenges. With their diverse membership bases and varying priorities, associations must navigate resistance to change, concerns about job displacement, and data privacy issues. For association executives, understanding and overcoming these challenges is critical to harnessing the full potential of Gen AI while aligning with the mission and values of their members. Read the full article here!

 
Melanie Stuber’s Thrive as a Leader Framework
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At the 2025 WSAE Women’s Forum, keynote speaker Melanie Stuber led a high-energy, interactive keynote titled, "Unlock the Power of Relationships for Leadership Growth: A Strategic Investment in Your Personal Board.”


Through the Thrive as a Leader Framework, participants explored how to own their value and advocate for themselves, harness the power of networking and meaningful relationships, and build and activate a Personal Board to support their leadership growth.


Attendees left with actionable strategies they could implement immediately – no matter where they were in their leadership journey.

 

If you’re ready to elevate your leadership, strengthen your influence, and grow with intention book a call to learn more about Melanie’s Thrive as a Leader Framework or to bring a Personal Board Workshop to your organization.

 
 
 
 
     
 
 
 

WSAE MEMBER NEWS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

2025 Award Nominations - Start Thinking of your Nominees!


Do you know a colleague who excels in association management, demonstrates professionalism, and promotes Wisconsin's association industry? Consider nominating them for the 2025 Association Leadership, Visionary, Hall of Fame, or Young Professional Award. These awards recognize outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication in our community. Submissions will be due September 5th. Nominations will open soon – stay tuned!  

 
 

2025 Board of Directors Election


Interested in becoming more involved within WSAE? The following positions will be up for election in 2025:

  • Director (3 year term)
  • Industry Partner Director (3-year term)
  • Secretary/Treasurer (1 year term)

The nomination window will open soon, and all submissions will be due August 22.  

 
 

Want to Share Your News?  


Send noteworthy details to the WSAE Office about new hires, client changes, promotions, family announcement and more! WSAE is YOUR association – get to know your fellow members by sharing big life and career events with your peers.     

 
 
 
 
 

FEATURED ARTICLES

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Overlooked Skills Gap: Mental Health Training for Managers
 
hrexecutive.com
 

New research out this Stress Awareness Month by mental health platform Unmind on mental health workplace trends found that employees increasingly expect support from their employers. And organizations are largely appreciating these new expectations.

 
Avoiding the Digital Transformation Trap
 
www.smartbrief.com
 

Whether we’ve been delighted or bruised by the experience, we’re all deeply familiar with the term “digital transformation.” Yet so many businesses lack a clear understanding of what it truly means or even if they really need it.  

 
 
 
 
 

INDUSTRY TRENDS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Adjusting Your Mindset to Lead Effectively in Times of Change
 
 
www.fastcompany.com
 

Fast Company Executive Board member Patrick Esposito has five strategies for making change management an integral part of a business.

 
READ MORE
 
 
Leadership Strategies to Enable a Team’s Success
 
 
www.fm-magazine.com
 

To lead and support a team, you need to understand expectations, communicate frequently, and put a focus on developing employees and yourself.

 
READ MORE
 
 
 
 
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 
 
 

Tuesday, June 3, 2025; 2:00 pm

Tuesday, June 10, 2025; 12:30 pm

June 18-19, 2025

Wednesday, June 25, 2025; 12:30 pm

Tuesday, July 8, 2025; 12:30 pm

July 16-17, 2025

Tuesday, August 5, 2025; 12:30 pm

November 5-6, 2025

 

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