April 8, 2021

Imagine a one-day leadership retreat where your entire board and management team can come together – at a group price of $700 – to roll up your collective sleeves and position your organization for success in 2021!

This year’s CSAE Governance Forum will be facilitated by Dr. David S. Weiss, who will provide expert guidance to help you:

• engage your board
• clarify accountabilities
• establish your key strategic priorities
• collaboratively determine how you’ll measure success 
• reach a clear understanding of what good governance means for your association in the year ahead

You can bring as many people from your leadership team as you like to this specially-designed, interactive online workshop. All for the single team price of $700! Learn more and register here.

CSAE Members Only

Are you a CSAE member under 35 with interest and/or experience in creating initiatives for young professionals? As a member of CSAE’s Young Professionals Committee, you will join a vibrant network of young leaders looking to help their peers learn, connect and grow. Help the committee plan activities designed specifically for our sector’s next gen. Click here to learn more or apply for a position on the committee. Questions? Contact Janice Chong, CSAE Membership Coordinator. Applications are due by 5:00 pm ET on Friday, March 12, 2021.

CSAE Members Only

Are you a young association professional and CSAE member looking to make connections and build your career? Consider being part of CSAE’s Next-Gen Mentorship Program. You’ll connect with accomplished industry professionals for one-on-one learning sessions focused on personal and professional growth. A specially-designed website introduces you to program mentors, and you can book one‐hour sessions to discuss important career topics. After the first session, you can continue the mentoring relationship. If you are interested in enhancing your professional growth, sign up for the Mentorship Program here by 5:00 pm ET on Friday, April 2, 2021. Questions? Contact Janice Chong, CSAE Membership Coordinator, for details.

CSAE Members Only
March 9 and March 23 at 2:00 pm EST

Join Tracy Folkes Hanson, CSAE president and CEO, and your association colleagues from across the country to discuss challenges and opportunities specific to the not-for-profit sector. All CSAE Members are welcome at these no-charge chats! Click here to join the discussion.

On Site Placement (OSP) is a not-for-profit that supports thousands of Albertans with disabilities each year. As the CEO, I have the pleasure of leading a dedicated team focused on building an inclusive community by bridging the gap between people with disabilities and employers in the Edmonton area. I truly believe that success for any business starts with its people and culture; inclusion and diversity are my passions. After a long career in the private sector, I’m thrilled to be able to give back to the community in my hometown of Edmonton. Since joining CSAE, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with a diverse set of individuals from many sectors. I’ve found the CSAE membership is incredibly giving and always willing to help!

Email Patricia at ppasemko@osp.ab.ca and connect with her on LinkedIn.

March 11, 2021
This webinar is hosted by CSAE Partner Sage Intacct.

RPA. Machine Learning. Algorithms. Do you wonder what these terms have in common? They are all part of Artificial Intelligence, and they’re being used all around us, from the spam filter on your email to your digital assistant. But what does AI do for businesses, and what does it really mean for the finance function? Join us as we discuss AI and the impact it will have on how you manage your financials. Our expert panel will be discussing AI, the benefits for companies of all sizes, and how you can prepare today for the financial management of tomorrow. Register here.

 April 1, 2021 at 1:00 pm EST

Welcome to CSAE! Here’s your chance to learn about the many benefits that come with your membership. Kickstart your CSAE journey at this informative session while you connect with other new members. Click here to register.

April 28, 2021

There’s no doubt technology makes your association tick! Seize the day  ̶  Technology Day  ̶  and learn to make technology work for you. All are welcome at this half-day event, featuring a keynote address from Ricardo Wagner of Microsoft Canada on prioritizing accessibility. Plus, we’ll have multiple technology-focused case studies and a panel on the “Technology of People.” Don’t miss this chance to brush up on the soft skills you’ll need to manage the interface of people and technology.  Learn more and register here.

Take your not-for-profit leadership career to the next level in 2021 with the  Certified Association Executive™ (CAE™) Program. Targeted at senior leaders, executives and managers of associations and not-for-profit organizations, CAE’s online curriculum lets you work at your own pace so you can fit your learning into your busy schedule. The Spring term is now open for registration. Click here for details. Make 2021 your best year yet! 

Don’t miss these curated perspectives on a variety of association-focused issues:

Virtual Gatherings Are Here to Stay: How To Adapt Them For Your Organization
Online technology has flexibility and staying power, write Marko Lindhe and Noah Maislin of Minutes Solutions Inc. Virtual meetings are here to stay and they will complement in-person gatherings even after the pandemic. Learn the features of virtual and hybrid meetings and get actionable tips for when to use each format.

Become a More Trusted Resource For Members Through Empathetic Marketing
Your association can earn member trust and loyal followers through its empathetic social media content. Kelly Clark of Naylor Association Solutions offers some creative ways to weave empathy into your social media marketing strategy and warns of social media shortcuts to avoid.

Click here to read more content on the key competencies of governance, organizational direction, leading people, operations and value to membership.

Interested in finding the latest career opportunities in the association sector? Click here to find the most recent postings, such as:

Title: Director Public Policy
Organization: Philanthropic Foundations Canada
Location: Virtual
Get More Details

Title: Director, Government & Stakeholder Relations
Organization: Chamber Marine of Commerce
Location: Ottawa, ON
Get More Details

As the essential resource for all senior association executives and volunteer leaders in Canada, this book combines best practices and easy-to-use tools to develop and enhance Board leadership. Learn the answers to key fundamental questions about a Board’s role, liability, process and policies. 

Visit the CSAE Bookstore for more information and to purchase.

HUB International is a proud partner of the CSAE group benefits and wellness plans. Continue to contact us as we work together to support employees’ evolving needs. Visit our website for more information.