A report released by SAP Concur, a travel management software firm, highlighted trends for meeting planners and travel managers to consider in 2025. Easing inflation should lead to increased business travel, while organizations will engage more with generative AI to streamline administrative tasks on the business side of travel management. (Source: Associations Now)
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With members increasingly discerning about where they invest their resources, associations must clearly demonstrate the value they provide. David Murillo, President and CEO of Compass Management Solutions, shares his insights on crafting compelling value propositions that resonate with diverse audiences. (Source: Association Adviser)
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According to the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), “Over 90% of marketers report that retargeting performs as well as or better than search, email, and other display.” Nonprofits can leverage this to re-engage website visitors and boost their impact. Retargeting ads is a cost-effective, impactful way nonprofits can connect with new and old supporters alike. (Source: Feathr)
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Walt Leger III, President and CEO of New Orleans & Company, issued a heartfelt message (updated January 9) reaffirming the strength and resilience of the city and honoring the victims. The city's plans for major upcoming events remain in place, with New Orleans emphasizing it is ready to welcome visitors with open arms. (Source: Travel and Tour World)
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Josh Johnson, who heads Ivey’s Building Materials in Mansfield, LA, is the 2025 Chairman. CSA is a trade association serving independent lumber and building materials companies in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Oklahoma. (Source: LBM Journal)
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The Louisiana Sheriffs’ Association will officially come under the leadership of Franklin Parish Sheriff Kevin Cobb on April 1. Current director Michael Ranatza shares some thoughts on his tenure as he prepares to leave the position. (Source: Greater Baton Rouge Business Report)
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Let your fellow LSAE members know what's happening at your association or organization. Share your updates, announcements and celebrations in eResource. Email Crystal Carter at info@lsae.org.
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Check out 2024 LSAE Successes here.
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Spring/Summer 2025
Editorial Focus: Leadership & Operations
Destination Spotlight: From the Bayou to the Gulf Coast: Houma, Lake Charles, Lafayette, Biloxi, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Pensacola
Fall/Winter 2025
Editorial Focus: Communications & Engagement
Destination Spotlight: Louisiana Locales: Shreveport-Bossier, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Alexandria-Pineville, River Parishes, Natchitoches
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LSAE is pleased to offer supporter opportunities in 2025. In an industry continuing to adapt to a new way of meeting and strengthening our professions, LSAE has modified opportunities for your organization to continue supporting our community.
The following packages present options to support:
- Annual Convention
- Lunch and Learns
- Networking Events
- Peer-to-Peer Workshops
- Website and Social Media Exposure
Learn More...
LSAE's annual pictorial roster is available in both print and digital formats.
Check it out today to learn about valuable member benefits, find member contact information, and build relationships with key industry stakeholders.
View the Roster Today...
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LSAE committees are an excellent way to make the most of your membership. Network with your peers and help grow the association. Most committees meet by conference call, but in-person meetings are requested as needed. Please read about our different committees and sign up below for ANY committee or task force of your choice.
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 The Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and identify association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of association management.
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As things are changing with association landscapes and our meetings, LSAE wants to connect our members as experts and resources through our Speakers Bureau.
Share Your Expertise. Join the Speakers Bureau to share your knowledge on different subjects and topics.
Share Your Speaker Experiences. Add speakers to the Speakers Bureau that you would like to recommend to LSAE members.
Find an Expert. This Bureau will be used to connect LSAE members with other parties seeking industry experts to speak at their events.
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Whether you're looking for your next job opportunity or your organization has a position to filled with a qualified candidate, the LSAE Career Center is an excellent resource for your group. Post job openings, find potential candidates, search openings and subscribe to new posting notifications.
Visit the LSAE Career Center today!
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Welcome!
Executive Members
Meredith Charbonnet
Smith Strategies Association and Event Management
meredith@smithstrategiesmanagement.com
Danny Bosch
Attorney
danny@myllc.org
Associate Members
Cody Bienvenu
The Harbor Center
cody@harborcenter.org
Travis Gautreau
Deep Southern Equipment Dealers Association
tgautreau@dseda.org
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The Louisiana Society of Association Executives is THE association for association professionals. In support of our mission and vision, LSAE provides members with many benefits of membership.
As part of your LSAE membership, you receive access to Resource Online, the newsletter you're reading right now; our bi-annual magazine, Resource; and the yearly LSAE pictorial membership roster.
Do you have a story idea or would you like to contribute to Resource magazine?
Our editorial philosophy is focused on helping industry professionals do their jobs more effectively, efficiently and profitably by providing a balance of business- and technical-related content.
Reach out to info@lsae.org to get involved as a writer or share your feedback.
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LSAE's communications, including Resource magazine, the annual pictorial membership roster and this newsletter you're reading now, are all made possible through the support of our advertisers. The numbers tell the story:
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Nearly 1 in 3 LSAE members need 500 or more hotel rooms booked annually. |
75% of LSAE members spend more than 15 minutes reading LSAE's Resource magazine. |
To learn more about the opportunities available, visit our media guide.
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