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July 8, 2025

   
 
 
 
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CEO Retreat is Next Week!
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Join us next week, July 16–17, at the elegant Hotel Retlaw in Fond du Lac, WI, for the annual CEO Retreat. Connect with fellow executives, gain fresh insights, and take time to recharge in a focused, collaborative setting. Save your spot today

 
Association Leadership Academy is Now Accepting Applications for the 2025-’26 Session
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The WSAE Association Leadership Academy is a growing program aimed at early association professionals who have an interest in further developing their careers in Association Management. Earn up to 12 CAE credits. Submit your application by Friday, August 1.


CEOs and Executives – Elevate your association by supporting your staff by recommending them for the Association Leadership Academy!

 
Now Accepting RFPs to Host a 2026 WSAE Event
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WSAE is now accepting RFPs to host a 2026 event—submissions are due by August 15. We're seeking venues and partners interested in offering reduced rates to help WSAE deliver high-value, cost-effective programming throughout the year. Hosting is a great opportunity to showcase your space to a statewide network of association professionals. Industry Partners without a venue are also encouraged to get creative and collaborate. Event details and RFP links are available now!

 
2025 Award Nominations – Submit your Nominees Today!
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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. Nominate your peers today!  

 
2025 Board of Directors Election
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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)

Submit your nominations today! Nominations are due August 22.  

 
2025 ASAE Reception in Los Angeles
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The 2025 WSAE ASAE Reception will be held during the ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition on Monday, August 11, 2025 at 5:00pm at Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar in Los Angeles, CA. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to network with fellow WSAE members while enjoying delicious appetizers and drinks. Register today!

 
CAE Prep Courses
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MSAE's CAE Full Prep Course is an in-depth professional development experience, carefully paced to provide a thorough exploration of all eight CAE content domains over 16 weeks. This course includes a detailed study plan, weekly quick key assessments, webinar debriefs and discussion posts, as well as two mini exams and a full, online simulated exam - all with debriefs. Use the Code "WISAE-CAE" For a 20% Discount on ALL our CAE Programs! Learn more information and register

 
Call for 2026 Committee Volunteers
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Interested in getting involved with WSAE? Now’s your chance—the 2026 Call for Committee Volunteers is officially open

 
Save the Date for the 2025 Annual Summit
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Save the date and book your room now for the 2025 Annual Summit at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, WI! Hotel reservations must be made by Wednesday, October 15, 2025, to receive the group rate. Stay tuned for more details—registration will be opening soon! 

 
 
 
 
     
 
 
 

WSAE MEMBER NEWS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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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 Future of Leadership: Elevating the Modern Manager
 
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As organizations increasingly adopt flatter structures and embrace AI-driven efficiency, HR leaders are challenged to strengthen the role of the modern manager profile. A new report reveals how these key employees are now more critical than ever in creating the conditions where individuals and teams can thrive. 

 
Organizational and Individual Values Should Be in Alignment
 
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Organizations often ask candidates job interview questions to see if their values are in alignment. Candidates and employees look to see that an organization’s actions match the values on their website. Neither should make assumptions about a person’s values based on their age. It’s about their actions. 

 
 
 
 
 

INDUSTRY TRENDS

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Culture by Design: How Association Leaders Are Shaping Stronger Teams and Boards
 
 
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In this powerful episode of Association Rockstars, host Lowell Aplebaum talks with two dynamic CEOs about the real, behind-the-scenes work of shaping organizational culture.

 
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Leading With Courage: Lessons From “The Exchange: A Women’s Leadership Experience”
 
 
associationsnow.com
 

Explore takeaways from ASAE’s women’s leadership event focused on resilience, authenticity, and leading with strength and purpose.

 
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UPCOMING EVENTS

 
 
 

Tuesday, July 8, 2025; 12:30 pm

July 16-17, 2025

Tuesday, July 22, 2025; 12:30 pm

Tuesday, August 5, 2025; 12:30 pm

November 5-6, 2025

 

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