What are common challenges that you face?

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1 Getting the Most Out of Your ASAE Experience Melody Jordan-Carr Senior Director, Member Relations

2 What are common challenges that you face? What else is on your mind? Time Innovation Governance Growth Limited Resources Challenges Staffing Concerns Emerging Technology Legal Compliance Budget

3 Must make every dollar count A few observations Don t have as many coworkers or colleagues to bounce ideas off of, or to do the work The executive director must keep everything in mind a tax on focus Still only have 24 hours in a day

4 So, what to do? Do the right things. Do things right the first time.

5 The Plan for Doing Right Ensure your organization has the proper infrastructure and policies in place Make sure you have the preparation and knowledge to lead your organization Commit to taking your organization and yourself to the next level

6 Organizational Audit Association Self-Auditing Process (MP3; Digital Media) Association Self-Audit Process from Bob Harris, CAE ( Resources to help: ASAE Publications, such as Small Staff Association Fundamentals and Association Law Handbook

7 Staff: Assessing Your Preparedness Certified Association Executive Exam Content Outline Review each task, rate your knowledge as High, Medium, or Low Target Low and Medium areas with reading and courses to strengthen

8 Strategies for doing things right the first time. Don t reinvent the wheel Get the facts Ask someone who s done it Get professional help

9 A powerful resource in reach ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership

10 ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership Our belief: Associations have the power to transform society for the better Our passion: To help associations and association professionals achieve previously unimaginable levels of performance and reach even higher goals

11 ASAE membership is the KEY to unlock yourorganizations potential

12 ASAE membership can help you. No matter the size of your staff No matter your specialty or level No matter the number of years you ve been in association management

13 4 Strategic Pillars Community Knowledge Learning Advocacy

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22 Publication Resources

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34 Certified Association Executive Credentialing Program Distinguishes those who demonstrate the knowledge essential to effective association management Earning the CAE requires: Qualifying professional experience and employment 100 hours of relevant continuing education within the past five years Passing a comprehensive examination The CAE your path to success! Start today visit or us at CAEdept@asaecenter.org

35 Certified Association Executive Credentialing Program HIGHLIGHTS OF THE IMPACT OF THE CAE Drives professional self-confidence: 70% of CAE test takers report enhancing knowledge, improving advancement opportunities, and elevating their status in their current position as their motivation. Widespread value and recognition: particularly among your board leaders, members, and those involved in hiring nonprofit professionals including executive recruiters and association HR directors. Opens doors and creates connections: through a range of CAEonly events and increased volunteer leadership opportunities through The CAE your path to success! CAEdept@asaecenter.org

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41 Questions?

42 Questions about your member benefits? Contact our Member Relations Team Melody Jordan-Carr senior director, member relations Need to update contact info? Purchase a book? Register for an event? Contact our Member Service Center ASAEservice@asaecenter.org (Washington DC area)