ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason, FASAE, CAE, AAiP, presented the award, which recognizes an exceptional association leader whose career reflects a deep, sustained commitment to advancing the visibility and influence of the association profession on a global scale.

At Destination Canada, De Visscher has championed efforts that empower associations to better educate, convene, and inspire their communities while driving meaningful societal and economic impact. Her leadership in promoting sustainability across the global meetings and associations landscape has helped move the sector forward, building momentum toward more responsible and future-focused practices.

“Virginie has been an exceptional partner to both ASAE and the broader association community, sharing her expertise and helping strengthen the field as a whole,” said Mason. “Her contributions to ASAE’s Executive Leadership Forum have enriched the experience for countless senior leaders, equipping them with the insights and strategies needed to lead with purpose and confidence. At every turn, Virginie has demonstrated a deep belief in the enduring power of associations and an unwavering commitment to ensuring our community continues to evolve and thrive on a global stage.”

Presented in partnership by ASAE and IMEX, the Global Association Visionary Award honors a distinguished global leader who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing the visibility, impact, and future of the association profession on a global scale.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Chris Vest, CAE, 202-626-2798, cvest@asaecenter.org

 

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ASAE is a membership organization of more than 50,000 association executives and industry partners. Since it was established 100 years ago, its members have and continue to lead, manage, and work in or partner with organizations in more than a dozen association management disciplines, from executive management to finance to technology. With the support of the ASAE Research Foundation, a separate nonprofit entity, ASAE is the premier source of learning, knowledge, and future-oriented research for the association and nonprofit profession and provides resources, education, ideas, and advocacy to enhance the power and performance of the association and nonprofit community. Visit ASAE at Welcome to ASAE — American Society of Association Executives (asaecenter.org)