Features
Letting your staffers explore a conference city can be more than just a good time for them. It’s an under-used opportunity to help them better serve your members and attendees. (Source: Associations Now)
Visit http://associationsnow.com/2017/02/bleisure-matters-leaders/ to view the full article online.
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If membership recruitment is tough (which it is), volunteer recruitment is 10x tougher. You’re asking people to give their time – a scarce resource. So what’s the trick? Well there is no easy or sure-fire method for finding volunteers, but if you’ve been struggling lately, consider asking yourself these question. (Source: MemberClicks)
Visit http://blog.memberclicks.com/3-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-looking-for-volunteers to view the full article online.
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Collaboration can sometimes be seen as "interference." It can be perceived as distracting to someone who is already focused on "their" piece of the work. So if you’re a leader and you see this happening – but know that collaboration is critical to your success – you might consider forcing it with a heavier hand. (Source: Association Success)
Visit http://www.associationsuccess.org/article/how-to-encourage-collaboration-among-your-team to view the full article online.
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In the News
Mark you calendars for the Louisiana State Legislature session dates for 2017:
Extraordinary Legislative Session: February 13, 2017-February 22, 2017
Regular Legislative Session: April 10, 2017-June 8, 2017
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Trending Now
ASAE has announced that Stacey Lockwood, director of professional oversight, and Lisa Williams, chief financial officer, both of the Society of Louisiana Certified Public Accountants, have earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation.
The CAE is the highest professional credential in the association industry. Of the 4,200 CAEs nation-wide, Louisiana has 21. To be designated as a Certified Association Executive, an applicant must have a minimum of three years experience with nonprofit organization management, complete a minimum of 100 hours of specialized professional development, pass a stringent examination in association management, and pledge to uphold a code of ethics. To maintain the certification, individuals must undertake ongoing professional development and activities in association and nonprofit management. The CAE Program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
ASAE is a membership organization of more than 21,000 association executives and industry partners representing 10,000 organizations. Its members manage leading trade associations, individual membership societies and voluntary organizations across the United States and in nearly 50 countries around the world.
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LSAE Events
We are pleased to release the LSAE 2017 Schedule of Events – MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
April 6, 2017
Peer-to-Peer Workshop and Breakfast
Location: Louisiana District Attorneys Association (Baton Rouge)
Discussion Topic: Business Administration
Regular and Secondary Regular Members Only
June 20, 2017
Lunch and Learn
Location: Embassy Suites (Baton Rouge)
August 29, 2017
Lunch and Learn
Location: City Club of Baton Rouge
September 24-26, 2017
Annual Convention
Location: Doubletree by Hilton Lafayette
November 8, 2017
Lunch and Learn
Location: The Tracy Center (Baton Rouge)
Learn more on the LSAE website as details become available. See you then!
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Lagniappe
Thank you to LSAE's current Bronze Sponsors:
Caesars Entertainment
Lafayette CVC
Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana CVB
Marriott
Visit Jefferson Parish
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LSAE understands the support of our sponsors allows the association to continue to grow and be THE Association for Associations. We have again made it easier for sponsors to show their support...and save a few dollars.
LSAE is proud to present the 2017 Annual Sponsorship Packages. The sponsorship packages provide your organization the opportunity to promote your property and services, while maximizing your exposure year-round through printed and electronic publications, meeting support and participation, and membership involvement.
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New Members
Executive Member
Will Green
President
Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association
7526 Picardy Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
P: (225) 769-5500
F: (225) 769-2085
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LSAE Resource Magazine
 The next issue of LSAE Resource comes out this April – be on the lookout in your mailbox! The issue will take a closer look at "Association Innovation." Contact Sarah Sain at ssain@naylor.com if you would like to submit an article idea for consideration. Advertising positions are also still available in the upcoming issue. For information about about how to promote your company or destination to Louisiana's association leaders, contact Debbi McClanahan at debbim@naylor.com.
The deadline for advertising in the next issue of Resource is March 1. Don't miss your opportunity to get in front of Louisiana's association leaders.
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