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July 2, 2025
ASAE Research Foundation Announces 2025 John H. Graham Fund Scholarships for ReadyMe ProgramWASHINGTON — The ASAE Research Foundation has announced the 2025 recipients of John H. Graham Fund scholarships to pursue professional and personal development through ASAE’s ReadyMe program.
June 26, 2025
ASAE Insight Update Reveals Effects of Federal Policy Shifts on Industries and ProfessionsWASHINGTON — As federal policy changes ripple across the U.S. economy, associations are feeling the effects—and stepping up to lead. ASAE’s latest Insight Update report reveals how shifting federal priorities are impacting the industries and professions associations serve, with particular concerns about reductions in federal funding, evolving economic and trade policies, and workforce challenges.
June 24, 2025
ASAE Research Foundation Announces 2025 Future Leaders Professional Development Scholarship RecipientsWASHINGTON — The ASAE Research Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2025 Future Leaders Professional Development Scholarship, which supports the career advancement of young association professionals.
June 23, 2025
ASAE Research Foundation Announces Recipients of 2025 ASAE-USAE Travel ScholarshipsWASHINGTON — The ASAE Research Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the ASAE-USAE Travel Scholarship – an initiative designed to support a diverse pipeline of association professionals who demonstrate a strong commitment to professional growth and leadership but may face financial barriers to participating in the ASAE Annual Meeting.
June 18, 2025
Imagine the Possibilities: ASAE’s 2025 Annual Meeting Unveils Star-Studded Lineup and Dynamic Programming for L.A.WASHINGTON — Under the theme “Imagine the Possibilities,” ASAE’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition — taking place August 9–12 in Los Angeles — is already generating strong registration and enthusiasm across the association community.
May 22, 2025
ASAE Honors Michael Dominguez with Global Association Visionary Award at 2025 IMEX FrankfurtWASHINGTON — As part of its ongoing commitment to elevate the global profile and impact of the association sector, ASAE presented the 2025 Global Association Visionary Award to Michael Dominguez, FASAE, CHSE, during the IMEX Gala Dinner held in Frankfurt, Germany.
May 20, 2025
ASAE Leadership Committee Announces Nominees for FY2026 ASAE and ASAE Research Foundation Boards of DirectorsWASHINGTON — The Leadership Committee of ASAE and the ASAE Research Foundation has selected nominees to serve on the ASAE and ASAE Research Foundation Boards of Directors for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026), with terms beginning September 1, 2025.
May 19, 2025
ASAE Names 2025-2027 DELP Scholars as Groundbreaking Program Marks 25th AnniversaryWASHINGTON — ASAE proudly announces the selection of 12 exceptional association professionals as scholars for the 2025-2027 class of the Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) – a milestone year as the transformative initiative celebrates its 25th anniversary.
May 15, 2025
ASAE Announces 2025 Individual Honors for Exceptional LeadershipWASHINGTON — ASAE today announced the 2025 recipients of the Individual Honors for Exceptional Leadership, bestowed upon professionals who have demonstrated exemplary support of ASAE, the association community and society at large.
May 12, 2025
Voters Overwhelmingly Support Keeping Tax-Exempt Status for Nonprofits, New Poll FindsWASHINGTON — A new nationwide poll released by the Community Impact Coalition (CIC) reveals broad and bipartisan support for maintaining the tax-exempt status of nonprofit organizations, reinforcing the vital role these organizations play in American communities and underscoring political risk for lawmakers who propose removing such protections.
April 24, 2025
ASAE Applauds Executive Order to Modernize Workforce Programs and Offers Assistance on ImplementationWASHINGTON — ASAE today applauded President Trump’s Executive Order to modernize American workforce development programs to better prepare citizens for the high-paying skilled jobs of the future.
April 24, 2025
ASAE Announces 2025 Gold Circle Award RecipientsWASHINGTON — ASAE announced today the recipients of the 2025 Gold Circle Awards, which honor the creativity, execution and success of outstanding marketing, membership and communications campaigns in the association community. Overall Excellence Award to Be Announced at ASAE’s MMC+Tech on May 13.
April 23, 2025
ASAE Insight Update Reveals Shifting Meeting Attendance Trends Amid Federal Policy ChangesWASHINGTON — ASAE’s latest Insight Update report highlights how shifting federal policies are reshaping association meeting attendance, particularly international participation. Based on survey data from over 200 association CEOs across diverse sectors, the report examines the ripple effects of these changes, and the strategies associations are employing to adapt.
April 8, 2025
ASAE Names Five Visionary Leaders to 2025 Class of FellowsWASHINGTON — ASAE is proud to announce the selection of five distinguished association leaders to the 2025 Class of ASAE Fellows – an honor that recognizes exemplary leadership and enduring contributions to the association profession.
March 26, 2025
Elevate Your Association’s Impact: Registration Open for ASAE’s 2025 MMC+Tech ConferenceWASHINGTON — Association professionals seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world won’t want to miss ASAE’s 2025 Marketing, Membership, Communications + Tech Conference (MMC+Tech), taking place May 12-13, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
March 20, 2025
Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition Surpasses 900 Member OrganizationsWASHINGTON — The Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition, led by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), and the Professional Certification Coalition (PCC), recently surpassed 900 member organizations that represent more than 50 different industries across the country.
March 13, 2025
ASAE Pulse Survey Highlights Financial Strain, Operational Challenges for Associations Amid Policy ShiftsWASHINGTON — A new pulse survey conducted by ASAE reveals that many associations are experiencing financial strain, operational disruptions and strategic uncertainties in the current political and regulatory environment. These findings highlight the complex and evolving landscape that associations must navigate as they continue to serve their industries and professions.
March 12, 2025
ASAE’s Executive Leadership Forum 2025 to Take Place June 25-27 in Montréal, QuebecWASHINGTON — ASAE will host its highly anticipated Executive Leadership Forum (ELF) 2025 from June 25-27, 2025, at the Montréal Marriott Chateau Champlain in Montréal, Quebec.
Feb 27, 2025
ASAE Welcomes Christopher Moore as Chief Learning and Meetings OfficerWASHINGTON — ASAE has announced the appointment of Christopher Moore as its new Chief Learning and Meetings Officer (CLMO), effective March 24, 2025. Moore’s hire follows a comprehensive nationwide search and rigorous selection process involving highly qualified candidates.
Feb 12, 2025
ASAE Announces 135 Professionals Earned CAE CredentialWASHINGTON — One hundred and thirty-five association executives recently earned their Certified Association Executive (CAE®) credential from the CAE Commission of ASAE, joining more than 4,500 industry leaders around the globe.
Feb 4, 2025
ASAE Research Foundation Announces New AMC Leaders ScholarshipWASHINGTON — The ASAE Research Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the AMC Leaders Scholarship, a new initiative aimed at supporting association professionals working within association management companies (AMCs). This scholarship is designed to meet the unique needs of AMCs while fostering meaningful connections and professional development opportunities through ASAE.
January 15, 2025
ASAE Launches Community Impact Coalition to Educate Congress on Societal Benefits of Tax-Exempt SectorWASHINGTON — Anticipating significant tax legislation in 2025, ASAE announced today the launch of the Community Impact Coalition — a unified initiative dedicated to educating the 119th Congress about the social and economic benefits of associations, charities, and other tax-exempt organizations.
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