The Empire State Society of Association Executives

08/26/2026

📚 Keep Learning. Keep Growing. Keep Leading.

Professional development doesn’t have to mean stepping away from your desk for an entire day. ESSAE’s e-learning opportunities make it easy to continue building your skills, exploring new ideas, and staying current on the issues impacting associations.

Coming up in September:

🎙️ September 9 | Why Every Association Should Be Podcasting

🔄 September 23 | Battling Change Fatigue

Whether you're looking for fresh ways to connect with your audience or strategies to help your organization navigate change, there’s an upcoming session for you.

Take an hour to invest in your professional growth — and bring new ideas back to your organization!

➡️ Explore upcoming professional development opportunities on the ESSAE Calendar: https://www.essae.org/calendar

08/24/2026

💙 There’s never been a better time to join ESSAE!

Join now and take advantage of the opportunity to connect, learn, and get involved in New York State’s association community for half the regular membership rate.

As an ESSAE member, you’ll have access to valuable resources and opportunities designed to support you in your role, including:

🤝 Networking with association professionals and industry partners
📚 Professional development and educational opportunities
💻 E-Learnings, webinars, and member resources
🎯 Career development tools and resources
💡 Opportunities to get involved, share ideas, and build meaningful connections

Whether you’re new to the association world or have years of experience, there’s a place for you at ESSAE.

Join now and take advantage of 50% off membership!

➡️ Learn more and become a member: https://www.essae.org/membership

08/21/2026

Don't miss these great career opportunities! 💻
👉 Membership Services Coordinator - New York Insurance Association
👉 Director of Professional Development - New York Government Finance Officers' Association (NYGFOA)
👉 Director of Marketing - AIA New York State
👉 Director of Sales - Saratoga Springs City Center

Apply or post your open position here -> https://www.essae.org/career-center

Questions? www.essae.org/contact-us

🔎 Looking for your next opportunity—or your next great hire?

ESSAE’s Career Center is designed specifically for professionals and employers in the association industry, making it easier to connect the right people with the right opportunities.

💼 For Job Seekers:
Skip the endless scrolling through unrelated job postings and find targeted opportunities in your industry. You can post your resume for employers to discover, remain anonymous if you prefer, and set up daily or weekly job alerts delivered right to your inbox.

📣 For Employers:
Looking for qualified candidates who understand the association industry? Post your open positions in the ESSAE Career Center and reach a targeted pool of talented professionals.

Whether you’re ready to make your next career move or grow your team, the ESSAE Career Center is a great place to start.

👉 Explore the Career Center, browse opportunities, or post a position today: https://essae.org/career-center

08/20/2026

💡 Want to get more involved with ESSAE? Join a Committee!

One of the best ways to make the most of your ESSAE membership is to get involved beyond attending events. Serving on a committee gives you the opportunity to build stronger connections, share your ideas, develop new skills, and help shape the future of ESSAE.

Whether you're interested in membership, programming, government affairs, or simply want to become more connected to the ESSAE community, there’s a place for you to contribute.

✨ And your involvement can support your professional development, too!

For members who already hold the CAE, qualifying volunteer leadership roles—such as serving as a committee chair or vice chair—may earn 2 CAE renewal credits per year. Speaking or teaching for association-management programs and writing association-management content may also qualify for renewal credit.

🚫CAE volunteer leadership, speaking/instruction, and writing credits apply toward CAE renewal after earning the credential and do not count toward the 100 hours required for initial CAE exam eligibility.

Your experience, perspective, and ideas can make a difference—and you might just make some great professional connections along the way!

🤝 Ready to get involved? Learn more about ESSAE committees and find the right fit for you!

🔗 ESSAE Committees & Task Forces: https://www.essae.org/committees-task-force

08/19/2026

📣 Have a benefit to share with fellow ESSAE members?

ESSAE’s Member-to-Member Benefits Program is a great way to showcase your organization while offering something valuable to the ESSAE community!

Members are invited to submit exclusive discounts, special offers, complimentary services, or other perks that can benefit fellow ESSAE members and their organizations.

It’s a simple way to:

✨ Increase visibility for your organization
🤝 Connect with fellow ESSAE members
💼 Share your products, services, and expertise
🎁 Give members access to an exclusive benefit

Have something to offer? Submit your Member-to-Member Benefit today and help us continue building a community where members support members!

🔗https://essae.org/member-to-member-benefits?servId=7283

08/18/2026

📅 What’s next on your professional development calendar?

There’s always something happening at ESSAE! From educational programs and e-learning opportunities to networking events and signature experiences, the ESSAE calendar is your go-to place to see what’s coming up.

Take a few minutes to look ahead and find opportunities to:

📚 Learn something new
🤝 Connect with association and industry professionals
💡 Discover fresh ideas and strategies
📈 Invest in your professional growth
🗓️ Save the date for upcoming ESSAE events

Whether you’re looking to build your skills, grow your network, or simply stay connected with the ESSAE community, there’s plenty to look forward to.

Plan ahead and see what’s coming up!

🔗 Check out the ESSAE calendar: https://essae.org/calendar

08/17/2026

📣 Have something worth sharing with the association community?

Some of the best ideas come from professionals who are doing the work every day — finding new solutions, navigating challenges, and discovering what actually works.

ESSAE is looking for engaging presenters to share their expertise, experiences, strategies, and fresh perspectives at upcoming programs and events.

Whether your area of expertise is leadership, governance, membership, marketing, meetings, technology, AI, professional development, or another topic impacting associations today, we want to hear from you!

🎤 Share what you know.
💡 Spark a new idea.
🤝 Connect with fellow professionals.
🌟 Help strengthen the association community.

Ready to take the mic? Submit a speaker proposal and help shape the conversation at a future ESSAE event!

🔗 Submit your proposal: https://essae.org/become-a-speaker

08/17/2026

❤️ Why I Love ESSAE: Ally Meyers

There’s no better way to share the value of ESSAE than hearing directly from the members who make our community what it is!

In the next installment of our Why I ❤️ ESSAE series, ESSAE member Ally Meyers shares what she values about being part of the ESSAE community and the impact association membership can have.

🎥 Hear from Ally in her own words — and stay tuned as we continue highlighting the people, connections, and experiences that make ESSAE special.

What do YOU love about ESSAE? Tell us in the comments! 💙

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08/13/2026

🍂 Save the Date for Harvest Highlight!

Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 29, 2026, and join us at The Sagamore Resort in Lake George, NY for Harvest Highlight — the premier event for association leadership.

Designed for CEOs, C-suite executives, senior leaders, and volunteer board members, Harvest Highlight brings association leaders from across New York State together for a day of expert-led education, strategic conversations, and meaningful networking.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:
🍁 Gain actionable insights in leadership, governance, finance, law, and advocacy
🍁 Exchange ideas during Lunch & Learn Roundtables
🍁 Connect with peers who understand the opportunities and challenges of association leadership

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
📍 The Sagamore Resort | Lake George, NY

Registration rates and dates will be available soon! For now, save the date and plan to be part of the conversations shaping the future of associations.

08/12/2026

📚Looking to strengthen your association management skills?

Don’t forget—ESSAE members receive a discount on the Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) 2.0 certificate program!

Whether you’re newer to the association world, taking on additional responsibilities, or looking to broaden your knowledge, QAS 2.0 offers a practical foundation across the many areas that keep associations moving forward.

💻 Self-paced and flexible, the program covers topics including governance, membership, finance, meetings, marketing, advocacy, technology, legal issues, human resources, communications, and more.

Plus, you’ll have six months to complete the program and can earn 13 CAE-approved credit hours along the way.

✨ Take advantage of your ESSAE member discount and keep investing in your professional growth!

🔗 Learn more: https://www.essae.org/qas-2-0