Please Note: The third session of this program is In-Person and does require in person attendance

If you understand the important role foresight and futures thinking play in leading an association and are looking to bridge the gap between theory and implementation, then the Applying Foresight to Strategy and Operations course is for you! This multi-session course is designed to help association professionals explore strategies to recognize potential changes and develop action plans to drive organizational excellence. Join us to transform your vision for the future into a practical roadmap for success.

Learning Objectives:

1. Enhance your strategic and operational planning cycles
2. Build a plan to kickstart your foresight journey
3. Seamlessly integrate foresight into your routines
4. Establish habits that foster ongoing, future-focused dialogues

Session Dates:

October 8, 2025, 2:00-3:30 pm EST (Virtual)
Session 1: Introduction to Foresight and ASAE ForesightWorks

October 15, 2025, 2:00-3:30 pm EST (Virtual)
Session 2: Building a Culture of Foresight

October 22, 2025, 9:00 am-4:00 pm EST (In-Person, ASAE HQ, Washington, DC)
Session 3: Embedding Foresight Into Strategy and Operations

November 19, 2025, 2:00-3:30 pm EST (Virtual)
Session 4: Foresight Planning and Implementation

Program Benefits:

1. The ASAE ForesightWorks Complete Collection
2. Course Workbook
3. Stakeholder Engagement Strategies
4. A Support Network
5. Expert Facilitation

Meet the Speakers

Suzanne Pine, FASAE, CAE 

Sue Pine, FASAE, CAE, Strategic Advisor – is a seasoned association professional and international speaker. Sue’s 40-year career has allowed her to work closely with a variety of associations, many managed by association management companies. 

Sue is a frequent speaker at ASAE, AMC Institute, and a variety of ASAE State Society meetings. Sue is an ASAE trained facilitator of the ASAE Certificate in Association Management. She is a subject matter expert on the practice of Foresight & AMC Best Practices and Accreditation program. 

As a Past Chair of the ASAE Research Committee (2008), Sue was actively involved in the “Designing Your Future” trends project. Sue also chaired the original ASAE ForesightWorks Advisory Group (2017). Sue is a huge fan of the ASAE Research Committee and strong advocate for the need to incorporate foresight as a leadership competency required by key leaders of association staff teams and volunteer leaders. Sue furthered her training by attending the University of Houston Certificate in Strategic Foresight program. 

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LinkedIn: Sue Pine, FASAE, CAE

Kristine Metter, MS, CAE 

Kristine Metter, MS, CAE, has spent nearly three decades working with associations to advance their missions while adhering to strong business practices. She is currently president of Crystal Lake Partners, a consulting firm that helps association staff and volunteers embrace foresight, grow revenue, strengthen stakeholder experience, and design meaningful events. Her deep knowledge of strategy and operations gives her the unique ability to help associations imagine the possible and bring it to reality.  

Kristine became a foresight champion while co-chairing the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) ForesightWorks advisory committee. She advocates for foresight as a leadership competency–for volunteers and staff–by regularly speaking at association meetings and working closely with associations to embed foresight into their governance and operations. 

Prior to founding Crystal Lake Partners, Kristine held senior staff positions with America's Essential Hospitals, the Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA), AcademyHealth, and the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA).  

Ms. Metter earned her CAE in 2005 and holds a BSBA in marketing from the University of Missouri and an MS in nonprofit management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. 

Accessibility Features

This program provides professional live captioning by 3PLAYMEDIA. If you require ASL or additional accommodations, please let us know at Learning & Meetings to request specialized accommodation for this program.