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ACUMEN EDUCATION

Association Acumen holds a series of bi-monthly professional development programs covering relevant association management topics that are excellent for cross-training of staff and for sharing new ideas across client associations. They also help attendees prepare for certification exams. Topics have included:

  • Hotel contract negotiations
  • Financial management and understanding financial reports
  • Educational program engagement
  • Sponsorships
  • Grant writing
  • Membership growth strategies
  • Social media
  • Effective committee management

Check out our upcoming and past topics schedule below:

2024

February | “Effective Board and Committee Development: Avoiding the Status Quo” | presented by Jennifer Stalsberg, Melinda Waite and Stephanie Lowney
April | “Ethics and Values: Good Decision Making ” | presented by Elizabeth Schlicht and Amy Zignego
July | “PR Tips and Tricks: Dos and Don’ts” | presented by Sandy Koehler and Julie Frinzi
August | “Event Codes of Conduct and Signoffs for Liability: How much is needed?” | presented by Elizabeth Schlicht and Jennifer Stalsberg
October | “Making Great and Engaging Videos: Tips for Success” | presented by Matt Close and Edith Chavez
December | ” Copywriting for Associations Best Practices: AI Helpful or Hindrance?” | presented by Isaiah Perez and Melinda Waite

2023

February | “Certifiable: An Overview of the CAE, CMP and Other Professional Certifications” | presented by Isaiah Perez and Crysta Schlitz
April | “Accreditation 2023” | presented by Sandy Koehler and Elizabeth Schlicht
July | “How to be a Good Servant Leader” | presented by Lori Conaway, Suzanne Fedie and Caley Mutrie
August | “Operating on a Tight Budget: Making the Most of What You Have” | presented by Edith Chavez and Kassie Davis
November | “Effective Board and Committee Development: Avoiding the Status Quo” | presented by Jennifer Stalsberg and Melinda Waite
December | “PR Tips and Tricks” | presented by Matt Close, Julie Frinzi and Sandy Koehler

2022

February | “Hotel Industry Outlook for 2022” | Guest Presentation by Bill Elliott, CAE, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association
February | “What Do Members Really Want? The Value of Membership Surveys” | presented by Isaiah Perez and Amanda Schellinger
May | “Board and Committee Orientation: When to Do it and How Much?” | presented by Elizabeth Schlicht, CAE, and Melinda Waite
November | “Associations Releasing Statements on Social or Political Issues” | presented by Matt Close, Suzanne Fedie and Melinda Waite

2021

February | “New Ideas to Keep Attendees Engaged at a Second Virtual Conference” | presented by Jennifer Stalsberg and Laura Kielbasa
April | “Teach Your Board and Yourself How to Read a Financial Statement” | presented by Kassie Davis and Isaiah Perez
June | “Keeping it Fresh: New Ways to Engage In-Person and Online” | presented by Suzanne Fedie and Marcie Liebert
August | “New Ideas for Effective Membership Campaigns” | presented by Jordan Held and Rich Prausa
October | “GDPR Compliance: Do’s and Don’ts” | presented by Lori Conaway, Caley Mutrie, and Elizabeth Schlicht
December | “Content Marketing Strategies” | presented by Lori Conaway, Amanda Schellinger, and Melinda Waite

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Phone: (414) 359-1676
Fax: (414) 359-1671
Email: info@associationacumen.com

 

 

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