The year 2001 brought many challenges and changes, accomplishments and achievements. Look back with ASAE on a year highlighted by alliances, advocacy,…

Chairman Rorrie wants to make things better.

Find out how the group helped a local community.

A case study from the 2000 Government Relations Awards of Excellence winner in the single issue lobbying campaign category.

An innovative training curriculum developed by the National Apartment Association has helped to promote the professional image of apartment-community…

A Q&A with Taylor and Kyle Fernley about their family business, Fernley & Fernley, Inc., the first association management company.

ASAE & The Center's Leadership Academy for Young Association [and young AMC] Professionals is less than a year old, but it is already making a significant…

A Q&A with a past study mission attendee on the value of international learning.

Read about the experiences of Annual Meeting & Expo video bloggers and watch their videos to get a first-hand look at being an attendee.

A monthly summary of recent developments relating to association legal issues.

• ASAE & The Center Launches "The Power of A"
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Enter the 2008 Associations Make A Better World competition. Among other objectives, these annual awards recognize outstanding global association…

Aimed at helping associations better understand the nonprofit sectorÆs collective impact on the economy, society, and public policy, ASAEÆs new Associations…

Associations Make a Better World Awards is accepting applications now. Share your story with us, we'll share it with the community, and along the…

A Ruby Celebration shines the spotlight on the 40-year span of the ASAE Foundation and its work. Foundation staff and volunteers look back on a rich…

It can often be hard to find the resources you need just when you need them. Here is a list of resources to keep at your fingertips when you are

ASAE & The Center members are participating in the Association of the Future project. Find out how you can get involved.

Retired certificants interested in retaining their connection to the CAE community may now apply for the "CAE (Ret.)" designation. The new status…

CAE's will be out in force at ASAE & The Center's Annual Meeting & Expo this month in San Diego. Several special opportunities for CAEs to…

CAEs will be out in force at ASAE & The Center's Annual Meeting & Expo next month in Los Angeles. Several special opportunities for CAEs

Earlier this year, the CAE program earned accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, which provides independent validation…

ASAE Career Headquarters' monthly column that highlights tips and techniques to help you move forward in your career.

The CR Section's own Chip Deale is the first recipient of ASAE & The Center's Professional Performance Award. Find out what Deale has to say about…

Meet Amalea Hijar, senior manager, sections, for the American Staffing Association, and find out how her organization has identified benefits that…

Meet Candace Cunningham, manager of chapter relations at ASM International, headquartered in Materials Park, Ohio. Cunningham is the primary liaison…

Card sorting during a website redesign can save users' time in the long run.

As part of the CAE program's commitment to ensuring currency and relevance in the association field, the CAE Exam Content Outline and the Authoritative…

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

A new model for developing a community-based relationship with your primary components will be presented at the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition.…

Download the GR Section Council's recently revised core competencies document for a blueprint to the profession.

Thanks to your input, the new core competencies are ready for their close-up! Here's a sneak peek at what the new edition has in store.

In a year when associations big and small are rethinking their financial operations and puzzling over the economy, your colleagues on the Finance…

Join three association executives for an educational session at the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition designed to help organizations determine which…

As association leaders, we share the challenge, or mandate, of creating an experience that is uniquely designed for each of our members in the way…

New to the ASAE & The Center library in 2010, The Decision to Learn was written with the PD professional in mind. See what we did to help…

Learn how the creative director of the 1988 Olympic Games closing ceremonies and other high-profile events designs a program to evoke an "a-ha" experience,…

The author experiments with board members attending ASAE conferences and discovers secrets to successfully educating volunteers about the business…

Ethical behavior is, of course, a central requirement to hold a CAE certification. To ensure exemplary professional conduct among CAEs and to detail…

Adding up the ROI of attending the ASAE & The Center Annual Meeting & Expo.

An ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition educational session will explore the required technology and cost implications of using the Internet to enhance…

CAEs and CAE candidates can earn up to 10 CAE professional development hours by enrolling in a mentorship as either a mentor or mentee. Learn more…

Check out upcoming opportunities to engage with industry colleagues and peers this spring and summer.

This year is shaping up to be an exceptional one for programming designed specifically for M&E professionals. Check out the lineup of upcoming programs…

The FBO Section Council's Networking and Nominating Committee hosted two roundtable discussions on how social media affects FBO professionals, and…

Don't miss out on this year's Finance and Business Operations Symposium (FBOS), May 6 and 7 at the L'Enfant Plaza Hotel in Washington, DC.

Join us for a free webinar on fiduciary best practices for associations and nonprofits. If you serve as a fiduciary for your organization,…

Have you heard about the 2009 AMC Community Pre-Conference Program? If not, read on to learn about this program and discover how it offers a great…

Think your work has star quality? Then compete against the best and the brightest for your turn on association communications’ red carpet. Plus:

A glimpse at what February's Association Technology Conference has in store for all the geeks (and non-geeks) out there.

Don't just sit back and wait for new clients to find you. Be proactive! Let ASAE & The Center help you show off some of your best work so potential…

Volunteering your time is a great way to collaborate with and learn from like-minded colleagues while giving back to your profession. Find out what…

What are the benefits of a study mission to South America? An Argentina-based professional shares a few.

AMCs that don’t take advantage of ASAE and AMC Institute offerings don’t know what they are missing.

Nearly 4,000 association professionals hold the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation, representing high standards and increased knowledge…

Interested in unbridled creativity and fun? Enthusiastic partnering? Marketing-savvy CEOs? Come and make it happen.

Are you struggling to make your organization's financial statements conform to the latest regulations? The updated edition of How to Read Nonprofit…

Discover the many ways to keep in touch while attending the ASAE & The Center Annual Meeting & Expo. Plus, a look at the new Virtual Annual Meeting.…

ASAE's 2000 section award recipients share tips for implementing programs that benefit both associations and their members.

An association executive who attended ASAE & The Center's Invitational Forum on Leadership and Management gives his impressions ans takeaways. One…

As the number of requests for extensions on certification renewals increased, the CAE Commission deemed it necessary to move to a new model. Hence,…

Associations Now editors share behind-the-scenes perspectives on the work that went into bringing you this month's issue.

Component relations professionals discussed the latest developments and trends in membership benefits during a recent virtual lunch. Popular topics…

A CAE certification wouldn't carry much importance if the test and requirements necessary for certification didn't directly mirror the skills and…

Would you like to see your name here, listed as a writer for this e-newsletter? Consider contributing an article based on an interesting case study,…

To help members cost-effectively address identified skill deficiencies in their employees, one association teamed up with an outsource training provider…

To reach its goal of doubling membership in five years, one association targets industry sectors for recruitment.

How associations can increase their ad sales.

Your colleagues discuss recommendations for systems that help provide better service to clients.

Golf and business go hand in hand. Find out the link between leadership and golf.

The 2009 Gold Circle Award winners demonstrate how to tackle issues while inspiring audiences. Plus: See all that glitters at the Toronto awards

Learn how a committed team of association insiders came together with systems analysts and software experts to deliver a state-of-the-art learning…

Former attendees share how they've utilized what they learned at the conference.

The chair of the CAE Commission recaps a year of achievements and new improvements to the CAE program as it nears its upcoming 50th anniversary celebr…

The section chair shares advice and words of encouragement for marketing professionals.

The CAE Commission has made important progress on several fronts over the past year, striving to maintain the CAE as the top certification for association…

The section chair encourages the involvement of all component relations professional across the coming year.

Developing programs and resources for section members has been at the top of the council's to-do list this year. Find out what initiatives have been…

Ethical concerns affect the everyday work life of membership professionals. Find out how, and plan to read more in ASAE's upcoming membership handbook…

The 2008-2009 Marketing Section Chair shares her final thoughts on the accomplishments of the past year.

The section chair reflects on the past year's achievements and the future possibilities for component relations professionals under new leadership.…

The new council chair shares his excitement for the coming year.

An end-of-term letter from outgoing Component Relations Section Chairperson Adrienne A. Bien, CAE, describes the section's accomplishments for the…

Learn about volunteer opportunities within the Legal Section.

Engaging our peers is critical now more than ever in the current economic climate. Economic challenges test us all daily as we lead our organizations…

One CAE recipient shares her story of volunteering with the CAE Commission.

Here are some of the recipients of the 2006 Associations Make a Better World Awards—given annually by ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership…

Small-staff associations are challenged to achieve successful technology management without full-time in-house IT departments—but it can be done.…

By preparing volunteer officers to serve on boards and committees--a strategy that earned the Medical Group Management Association a 2000 ASAE Chapter…

"I've always wanted to work in an environment where I felt that I made a difference and helped people," Cindy Welch, chief of staff at the American…

The new program year is the perfect time to connect with fellow communicators, other ASAE & The Center members, and even outside organizations. Here's…

Visit ASAE & The Center's "Benchmarking in an Instant" survey tool, and instantly access the most up-to-date information on a variety of topics.

The premiere issue of Consultants Connection marks a significant milestone in the young history of ASAE & The Center's Consultants Section.…

If your association is struggling to align your components' strategic plans with the plan set in place by your national organization, ASAE & The

Visit ASAE & The Center's "Benchmarking in an Instant" survey tool and instantly access the most up-to-date information on a variety of topics. Add…

August marks the beginning of a new program year as Dina Lewis takes over as chair and new members join the Technology Section Council. The "new

As the association professional community prepares for ASAE & The Center's Annual Meeting next month in Los Angeles, 2009-2010 Government Relations…

This month marks the beginning of the new leadership year at ASAE. Government Relations Section Council Chair Leslie Nolen sets goals for the next…

Set your GPS for the Hotel Figueroa in Los Angeles and be there on August 20 for an informal gathering of CRPs to kick off ASAE & The Center's Annual…

Gear up for ASAE & The Center's fifth annual Technology Conference & Expo this month by reading preview articles of several conference sessions.

The outgoing Communication Section chair previews don’t-miss events at ASAE & The Center’s Annual Meeting this month and looks back at a program

Realizing that it was time to lead its members into the digital age, The Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants developed MySociety, a virtual…

Looking to streamline its dues collections, the National Association of Realtors developed an award-winning e-commerce network that allows its 1,600…

Technology Section members had a great time networking at the 2000 Management and Technology Conference and Exposition, held this past December in…

A first this year, the Annual Meeting & Expo will feature education sessions directly targeted for Consultant Members. Find out what you can

A roundup of client acquisitions, promotions, and company announcements.

Helping a colleague prepare for the CAE exam? Check out this list of tools, resources, and groups to help build the knowledge they’ll need to pass…

In 1996, the Professional Golfers' Association of America developed a specialty certification program to recognize members for their expertise in…

Take a sneak peek at ASAE's 2001 Policies and Procedures in Association Management Survey.

When to consider hybrid conference technology.

What you should include in your defamation policies.

If your association employs general counsel, does your directors-and-officers insurance policy cover them?

Fund management is always important, but recent months of financial decline warrant a careful inspection of your current investment model.

Social media can be a good thing for your online career center. Find out why.

One association leader who attended the Global Summit on Social Responsibility, April 30-May 2, shares his experiences from the event and explains…

Here’s a look at this year's Healthcare Association Conference, taking place in November.

By motivating volunteers to take the lead and recruit new members, Professional Photographers of America boosted its membership by more than 2,000…

Learn how to team with others to grow your consulting practice, have a word with the "World's Worst Client," and get up to speed on association consultancy…

Every article and resource on www.asaecenter.org can be rated with one to five stars and reviewed by visitors. The Membership Section Council encourages…

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Readers share their views on recent Associations Now articles.

Provocative thoughts and inspired speakers set the tone for ASAE's 2001 Strategic Leadership Forum.

The chair of the finance and business operations section council summarizes the highlights of the annual Finance and Business Operations Symposium…

Go behind the scenes for a peek at how four associations used insightful surveys, dazzling design, smart technology, and telling metrics to win applause…

Certain movies leave their audiences with enduring images. One that I'll never forget involves Chris Farley in the movie Tommy Boy. Playing…

A roundup of new hires and personnel announcements in the association industry.

A roundup of new hires and personnel announcements in the association industry.

A roundup of new hires and personnel announcements in the association industry.

Three association professionals discuss how an association can use social media to raise funds without alienating its members.

When association colleagues and technology experts convened at the end of January for the Technology Conference, participants learned that even though…

Associations Now asked speakers from the 2010 Association Technology Conference & Expo about the next big tech trends.

From developing educational content to reaching out to peers on the e-mail list, one volunteer recounts the benefits of sharing time and talent with…

Get a glimpse of how to produce memorable general sessions. Find out when to start planning, how to incorporate the latest technology, and cutting…

Meet new people through volunteering and earn credit toward the Certified Association Executive designation.

Volunteers play an important role in developing programs and resources for members of the Finance & Administration Section. Learn how volunteering…

A message from the chair of ASAE's 2003-2004 Meetings and Expositions Council.

Discover what participants were really talking about at ASAE's recent Marketing and Membership Symposium.

Now that the 2008 awards have been announced, two insiders explain what made the best entries stand out and why there wasn't a winner in every category.…

Frequently asked questions about this year’s Virtual Annual Meeting.

Format changes to this year's Annual Meeting & Expo and unique places to go in LA.

Recipient of ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership’s Associations Make a Better World Award, the Association of Civil Society Support Center…

ASAE & The Center's most recent research study, The Decision to Give, may provide you and your board members with valuable insights about…

ASAE & The Center's Knowledge Center is open to all members and has a wealth of tools for the professional development field. Ever wonder what…