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WSAE Blog
Three Ways Your Association Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Thinking
by Sherry Budziak,
.orgSource
Members of the .orgSource team recently attended the Wisconsin Society of Association Executives Innovation Summit. Pam Henderson, Ph.D., author of "You Can Kill an Idea, But You Can't Kill an Opportunity!" was the keynote speaker. Her presentation got me thinking: How could I (and the associations that I work with) become "opportunity thinkers"?
According to Henderson, opportunity thinking empowers us to see potential in new places - across markets, technologies, business models, brands and design. Her definition of opportunity is a convergence of needs, the ability to create the right value and the right conditions that allow it to come together. So, how can an association steer into this perfect storm?
Here are a few ways I think we can harness the concept of opportunity thinking:
Read more.
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Goal Setting - The Power of Clarity
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Oct. 24, 2014
Peer-to-Peer Member Engagement Discussion
Teleconference
Nov. 5, 2014
How to Appeal to the Four Types of Members
WEBINAR
Nov. 18, 2014
Use Storytelling to Improve Engagement in Your Association
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Dec. 4, 2014
Holiday Event
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Dec. 8, 2014
Fraud Deterrence, Prevention and Detection
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Hurry! Award nominations close soon
Do you know an individual or organization that deserves to be recognized by their WSAE peers for their contributions to WSAE or the association management profession? This is your chance to nominate them for one of our 2014 awards. Awards will be presented during the WSAE Holiday Event on Dec. 4 at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton. To nominate a WSAE member, complete the nomination form. View a list of past winners here. Nomination forms must be submitted no later than October 31.
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The Wisconsin Society of Association Executives introduces online education
Earning continuing education hours, increasing your knowledge, training your staff, and finding potential speakers has never been easier! The Wisconsin Society of Association Executives is pleased to announce a new online education resource. We invite you to browse through the catalog and register for one of our upcoming live webinars. Gather everyone on your staff around your monitor and earn CAE credit for participating. At $45, regardless of the number watching, it's a bargain! Here's what's coming up: Goal Setting - The Power of Clarity
Wednesday, October 22, 2014 1-2 pm CT How to Appeal to the 4 Types of Members Wednesday, November 5, 2014
1-2 pm CTUse Storytelling to Improve Engagement in Your Association
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
1-2 pm CTFraud Deterrence, Prevention and Detection
Monday, December 8, 2014
1-2 pm CTThere are also more than 60 self-study programs available at your convenience. See the catalog to view on demand. Watch for future emails announcing upcoming programs.
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This year, our members take center stage!
Our members tell us that the most valuable benefit of WSAE is learning from their peers. At this year's Holiday Event, members will share successes, challenges and learning moments encountered while managing associations. We'll take their practical stories of association management and apply them to our own organizations. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn from each other. Be ready for a fun, casual, show and tell.
Schedule
8:00 am
Registration Open
8:30-10:30 am
Tabletop Showcase and Holiday Breakfast Reception
Meet with our Industry Partners who'll be showcasing their properties and products during our Tabletop Showcase and Holiday Breakfast Reception.
10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Education Program
12:30-1:30 pm
Awards Luncheon and Annual Meeting
Enjoy superb dining while celebrating Wisconsin's best in association management. Plus get quick updates about the state of WSAE at our annual business meeting.
Accommodations & Location
A block of rooms is being held until Nov. 13 at the rate of $99. Please make your reservations directly with Madison Marriott West at 1-800-228-9290 or 608-831-2000.
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Exhibitors: Reserve your table now!
 WSAE Industry Partner members have an opportunity to purchase a tabletop exhibit for this special annual event. The expo will be held during the reception on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 8:30-10:30 am. Throughout the two-hour session, attendees will visit food and beverage stations while perusing your table tops. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your property, products and/or services in a one-on-one setting with Wisconsin association executives.
Sponsorship opportunities also available.
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Next Friday: Peer-to-Peer Discussion on member engagement
Is your organization looking for opportunities to get members engaged? Do you have an online community that needs a jump start? Are there volunteer opportunities that remain open? Join WSAE board member, Ross Ament, as he leads a call to discuss what's on your mind in the area of member engagement. We'd like to use your ideas to set up future educational and networking events based on your needs.
Oct. 24, 2014
8:30 a.m. CT
FREE teleconference
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Milwaukee CEO Roundtable
Tuesday, November 25
11:30 am - 1 pm
Please note: This event is for association CEOs only.
Join WSAE for a lunchtime CEO Roundtable in Milwaukee, hosted by Dennis Tomorosky, CPA, JD, CGMA, President & CEO, Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants. CEO Roundtables are designed specifically for association CEOs as a venue for networking, sharing ideas and helping solve each other's challenges in a confidential forum. This is a perfect opportunity to meet with your peers in a casual setting and discuss topics of interest.
Location
Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants
W233N2080 Ridgeview Parkway, Suite 201
Waukesha, WI 53188
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The Wisconsin Society of Association Executives has over 495 members dedicated to the profession of association management. Its mission: to serve as a forum where the association community thrives and grows.
22 N Carroll St., Ste 300
Madison, WI 53703
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www.wsae.org
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