WHAT WE OFFER
Benefits and opportunities to meet the challenges of association managementCSAE is a tireless advocate for the association community, working to educate diverse audiences as to the significance and value of associations. As the official community for association industry professionals in Colorado, CSAE strives to help you develop as a professional and advance your organization through the provision of valuable, in-demand, future-focused opportunities for learning, networking, and career development.
Essential learning and professional development opportunities
Programs and luncheons with most offering CEA credit
Webinars and virtual discussion groups
Peer-to-peer roundtables held every other month for association professions in Membership, Marketing/Communications, Events/Programming and CEOs/Presidents/Executive Directors
Workshops, seminars, special events
Annual multi-day conference
Industry news
Members-only shared interest groups
Volunteer leadership opportunities
Industry-focused publications
E-newsletter focused on member best practices, local and national research, expert association insight and more.
On-line membership directory to give you updated information 365/24.
Other resources
CSAE website
Online articles, publications, and research
Association sponsored-research and industry intelligence
Compensation Benchmarking platform
Online Career Headquarters
CSAE Connect online community
Networking
Informal networking every first Tuesday of the month (except January and June)
Roundtables and programs
Annual conference
Vital contacts (both within and outside of your particular industry)
Social media
CSAE Connect online community
Association advocacy
Legal and legislative updates and analyses
Voice on behalf of associations in Colorado and through our national network
Professional certification
Certified Association Executive (CAE)
Qualified Association Specialist (QAS)
CMP accepted programs
Marketing and sponsorships
Sponsorships available either with each event or as an annual sponsor, giving you multiple choices for recognition, thought leadership, visibility, promotion and more to our full membership ecosystem. More information:
Mission
CSAE is the community where Colorado association professionals connect, gain insight, share best practices and lessons learned, learn at all levels, and support each other.
Promise
CSAE is committed to delivering high-value programs and services that provide each person with value in their association careers. We invite all members to be involved, and, to help us shape the future of CSAE.
CSAE is about
Connecting, Learning, and Leading
Diversity
CSAE in principle and in practice values and seeks a diverse and inclusive membership. There shall be full participation in this association by all people, regardless of race, gender, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.