WSAE staff and Board of Directors hold our members' health and well-being as a top priority, and we understand the financial challenges that many of you within our membership community have faced over the past year. We also recognize that it is critical to support our members to stay connected and provide practical resources that will help you and your business thrive, even in the face of adversity. It is with great excitement that we will be offering the 2021 Spring Fore-ward in-person June 7-8, 2021, hosted by the beautiful Grand Geneva Resort and Spa. This event centers around professional development and the long-awaited networking opportunities and reconnecting with fellow association executives, meeting professionals and industry partners. |
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Compensation Benchmarking |
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WSAE is excited to see increased participation in our 24/7/365 compensation benchmarking platform.
Our hope is to have as many associations from Wisconsin participate so we can maximize the reliability of the data. While an annual subscription will be required in order to generate benchmarking reports, data entry is free and all information will remain anonymous.
Among the information gathered through this platform is data on diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives in the association industry. All organizations who input at least 50% of their association’s data by April 30 will receive a DE&I Industry Snapshot Report at no cost. This deadline has been extended from March 31 to provide even more associations an opportunity to participate.
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2021 Membership Directory |
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Call for directory photos
Send us your photo for the WSAE Membership Directory! If you have not already sent us a professional headshot, or would like to update the one we already have, please send a high-resolution .jpg file to Kristin McGuine at kmcguine@wsae.org by Monday, June 14. The Membership Directory will mail to all members along with the Summer edition of VantagePoint magazine in mid-July.
Advertising opportunity
Limited advertising in the WSAE Membership Directory is available. Learn more about the advertising rates. If interested, please contact Chris Caple at ccaple@wsae.org by Monday, June 14.
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WSAE Partnership with Constant Contact
WSAE has partnered with Constant Contact to save you money - Up to 30% off their website builder, email or Email Plus plans. Try it free for 60 days!
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Please reach out to Michelle at mczosek@wsae.org if you have any ideas for programming you would find valuable!
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Spring Fore-ward
Grand Geneva
Resort & Spa
June 7-8
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SummerTime to Shine
(held in conjunction with
the Executive Exchange)
Green Bay
July 20-21
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The Summit
Brookfield
Conference Center
October 26-27
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Note: For the in-person events, WSAE along with leadership will closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic situation. Decisions to hold these events in-person will be confirmed with careful consideration, keeping the health and safety of our members at the forefront. If interested in supporting these events through sponsorship, please contact Chris Caple at ccaple@wsae.org.
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Webinars
As a CAE-Approved Provider, WSAE provides webinars that meet the professional development requirements needed to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential.
May 12, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM (CT)
May 26, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM (CT)
WSAE offers an extensive library of online learning, covering a broad array of association management topics, available 24/7, at your convenience!
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WSAE webinars are worth 1 CAE credit each.
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Webinar topic ideas?
Do you have a great topic for a WSAE webinar, or know a potential speaker who would be interested in presenting? Contact Michelle Czosek with your ideas!
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Digital workshop series offered by Association Laboratory
Association Laboratory and the Association Laboratory Research Alliance (WSAE is a member) have launched a series of interactive digital workshops, “Looking Forward Together,” based on specific problem areas identified by industry leaders. Each will provide association executives with the data and analysis to tackle the tough challenges of the new year. They are structured to be just like an in-person workshop, minus the traffic and business attire. Register.
May 5
Education: Building Online Event Content Your Members and Sponsors Want
May 19
Advocacy: Standing Out in a Crowd – Strategies for Making Your Voice Heard in Government
June 2
Leadership: Building a Leadership Pipeline of Diverse Perspectives and Backgrounds
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Welcome new members
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Kris Ackley, AMPED Association Management
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Kortnee Carroll, Great Wolf Lodge
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Megan Denhardt, CAE, DES, The Denhardt Group
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Juan Encarnacion, Great Wolf Lodge
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Jennifer Kowalski, Executive Director, Inc
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Tanya Mishigian, Lake Geneva Cruise Line
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Ann Marie Moss, Executive Director, Inc
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Olivia Mueting, AMPED Association Management
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Genna Tangney, Great Wolf Lodge
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Green Bay’s Resch Expo is Open for Business
The $93 million Resch Expo is open for business. Resch Expo’s innovative multi-purpose design boasts 125,000 square feet of floor space, with another 135,000 square feet of pre-function, meeting, networking and outdoor plaza space. The facility replaces an aging arena and flat show building previously on the same footprint.
The abundance of glass windows creates a sense of transparency and access, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor and welcoming the distinctive Wisconsin landscape in. A sweeping roofline creates three individual elevations, forming a grand entrance at the front of the building.
Situated next to historic Lambeau Field the facility is perfectly placed in a walkable entertainment district. Resch Expo offers a free flow design from its first-floor pre-function space directly into the lobby of the 10,000 seat Resch Center. Resch Center offers the region’s premier concert/large conference stage set up. Additionally, it hosts sports tournaments like basketball, volleyball and hockey. Having the ability to combine the two venues is a huge advantage for large events looking for a Midwestern venue.
There are several event spaces on the building’s outdoor plaza, with amazing views of historic Lambeau Field. Indoor/outdoor networking events and receptions have all been thoughtfully planned for the space. Planners interested in offering something a little different could have an early morning yoga session on the turf, or food trucks adjacent to the beer garden. The spaces are well lit and can be tented.
Planners interested in guided tours of Resch Expo can contact Beth Ulatowski, director of sales at the Greater Green Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau, 920-770-1478 or beth@greenbay.com.
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Executive Director Inc., names Mary Dean, JD, CAE, as Executive Director of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer
Executive Director, Inc. and The Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer are pleased to announce that Mary Dean, JD, CAE, has been named Executive Director of the society.
Ms. Dean steps into her new role after serving as the Associate Executive Director of SITC since February 2018, helping steward the strategic vision of the society as set forth by its members. She has more than 16 years of association experience. She spent the majority of those years serving as the Executive Director for the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy, in addition to the Executive Director for the Society of Behavioral Medicine, American Venous Forum, and Growing Spine Foundation.
Ms. Dean assumes the lead staff role of the society from long-time SITC leader, Tara Withington, CAE, who served as its Executive Director since 2001. Mrs. Withington will continue to support the society’s efforts as Executive Director Emeritus/Consulting Partner.
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The Connecticut Society of Health-System Pharmacists names Impact Association Management as AMC
Impact Association Management announced a new partnership with the Connecticut Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP). This partnership will assist CSHP in its mission to advocate and support the practice of health-system pharmacy professionals to help people achieve optimal health outcomes.
CSHP has represented the professional interests and provided professional development for Connecticut pharmacists, educators and pharmacists in training since 1948. Their new partnership with Impact has the potential to enhance their use of technology to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
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AMPED Association Management experiences expansion, exciting personnel updates
AMPED Association Management (AMPED), an accredited full-service association management company with offices in Madison, Wisconsin and Metro Washington, DC, has been selected to manage the Woodworking Machinery Industry Association (WMIA). Donté Shannon, FASAE, CAE, will take on a new role as President and CEO.
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AMPED has also been selected to manage the Tavern League of Wisconsin (TLW). Michelle Czosek, CAE, will serve as Executive Director of the TLW, overseeing all operations of the organization and working directly with the Board of Directors on strategy and budget. Michelle has over 30 years of experience managing a variety of professional and trade associations with expertise in education, event planning, membership and governance.
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Tony Veroeven will serve as the Vice President of External Relations, focusing on partnerships and membership growth. Tony’s expertise in marketing, sales, and member relations will help guide the growth of the TLW and our Foundation.
“AMPED is very excited to be working with the TLW,” said Czosek. “We look forward to communicating the value of the TLW and working in partnership with the volunteer leaders so that they can focus on advancing the TLW and its mission with confidence, knowing that management and operations are in experienced hands.”
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AMPED is pleased to announce that Account Executive Michael Battaglia, CAE, has earned the credential, CNAP. Battaglia recently completed the Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) program, designed to recognize excellence in the not-for-profit industry through comprehensive qualification, training, and examination. During the three-day program facilitated by Wegner CPAs, Battaglia received intensive training from individuals dedicated to serving non-profit organizations.
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Brag a little bit - Let us help spread your good news!
Did your property recently complete a renovation? Did you launch a new product or service for associations? Perhaps you received a promotion or industry recognition? Let us know! We love to help spread good news related to our industry partner members. Please send your brags to Kristin McGuine or Michelle Czosek. Please note that there is no additional cost to this promotion - It is included as a benefit of your WSAE membership.
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ASAE develops new infographic to demonstrate the Power of A
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.
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Apply now for 2021 Power of A Awards
ASAE’s Power of A Awards application period for 2021 is open, and associations are encouraged to apply and be recognized for their good works that benefit society. The Power of A Awards are offered in five categories: Community Support and Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Advocacy, Industry/Professional Advancement and Global Development. The deadline to apply for this year’s awards is Friday, May 7. Read more.
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PPP Deadline extended to May 31
President Biden signed legislation March 30 to extend the deadline for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications to May 31. The popular PPP, created by Congress last year and recently expanded to include most 501(c) nonprofit groups, offers forgivable loans to businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more.
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ASAE issues statement on state voting reform laws
In response to a proliferation of voting reform legislation under consideration in multiple states, ASAE issued a statement on values and principles that should guide lawmakers. A voting law enacted earlier this month in Georgia has been challenged in a federal lawsuit filed this week by the ACLU and civil rights groups, but more than 250 voting reform laws have been introduced in 45 states. Re
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Executive Director Inc.
Milwaukee
Realtors® Association of South Central Wisconsin
Madison
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Madison
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Thank You to 2021 Annual Sponsors |
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We welcome an average of ten new members monthly, on top of a steady base of members - WSAE enjoys a 93% retention rate. This means that sponsors and advertisers have the opportunity to continually make new contacts while building on the relationships they have already established. If you are interested, you can review the 2021 Partnership Prospectus, and contact Chris Caple at ccaple@wsae.org with any questions or to discuss other Partnership opportunities.
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