Indiana Society of Association Executives

We had our final session of Strategy Academy this week. The cohort had great discussions about building, leading, and maintaining high-performing teams. Thank you to Hamilton County Tourism, Inc. for supporting this year's Strategy Academy and thank you to Tara Puckey, MBA, CAE, CMP for facilitating!

Our incredible team members, Anna (Delph) Parr, Meetings & Events Manager, and Gena Hayes, Senior Membership Coordinator, received a surprise visit informing them that they are nominees for the 2024 Indiana Society of Association Executives STAR Awards! Winners will be announced at a ceremony in Indianapolis on December 12. We are so proud to have such dedicated and talented professionals serving our members every day. Join us in cheering them on! #RisingStar #OGR #AssociationExcellence

Thank you to these incredible individuals who helped facilitate our CAE study sessions! You are helping educate the next Certified Association Executives! This program would not be possible without your help. ?? Thank you, Crystal, Tonja, Suzanne, Michelle, Jayme, Kristin, and Colleen!

We are incredibly excited to celebrate these ten individuals! They have completed our 6 week course in preparation for taking the CAE exam. Congratulations to all of you! Good luck to all association professionals taking the CAE Exam this winter!

??THIS WEEK ONLY! Join us at this year's Annual STAR Awards Ceremony for a celebration of your colleagues! Be inspired by the great accomplishments of our industry and motivate your team as you transition into a new year. Register yourself and/or your group THIS WEEK to get up to $10 off per person. Don't wait, this deal ends Friday, November 15th at 11:59pm! https://bit.ly/4dv7h3y

In this week's episode, we chat with Kimberly Paugh, CAE and dive into the essentials of employee onboarding and how to make the first 90 days smooth and productive. Our conversation explores practical strategies for designing onboarding programs that go beyond the basics, focusing on creating a culture of continuous learning. Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or just curious about improving workplace integration, this episode has actionable insights you can apply. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

?? Congratulations to all our Organizational STAR Award Nominees! We’re thrilled to honor the exceptional work of our association leaders and teams who have gone above and beyond to make an impact in our industry! These nominees embody dedication, innovation, and the spirit of community that drives us all forward. Join us as we celebrate their achievements at the STAR Awards Ceremony on December 12—an inspiring evening of connection, recognition, and applause! ??? Save your seat now: https://bit.ly/4dv7h3y

Happy November! ?? Check out some of our last events of the year! ??Brainstorm solutions to you current challenges in real time during this problem-solving-style roundtable! Prior to the event, participants will submit their current hurdles, and during the session, fellow ISAE members and attendees will help brainstorm solutions and share insights in real time. Come prepared to share, collaborate, and walk away with actionable solutions to your most pressing challenges. Register today: https://bit.ly/4hpBiFf ?? Need a break from the office? We're meeting for lunch at The Garage Food Hall in downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, November 14th. Enjoy your lunch break with other ISAE members! Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/3YsT17o ????Don't forget to check out our library of live and on-demand webinars. Find them all here: https://bit.ly/4hug5Ks

In this week's episode of You Should Hear This, we explore the unique experiences of transgender individuals in associations and how they navigate feelings of belonging. Our guest, Michelle Stolberg, is a transgender woman who works in the association industry as a Member Engagement Specialist, who shares personal insights on challenges like name changes and identity recognition within professional spaces. This conversation is a must-hear for any association professional committed to creating a welcoming community for all. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

?? We just hit 3,000 downloads! Thank you to all our listeners for tuning in to You Should Hear This, a podcast for the everyday association professional. We couldn’t have done it without you! If you haven’t listened yet, now’s the perfect time to join the conversation. Check out You Should Hear this on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! ??