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Top Ten Reasons To Join
Member Services
Education
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Awards
Preferred Provider Programs
Representation
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Join CSAE
Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Join CSAE
Elevate your career by developing the skills you need, expanding your thinking, and building the relationships necessary to navigate your future.
No matter what your position, CSAE offers a wide range of benefits to help you excel. Once a member, you'll wonder how you ever did without us.
  1. CSAE is for all levels of management types of nonprofits -- from chief executives to staff managers...from international trade associations to local philanthropic organizations.
  2. Educational programs are targeted to different levels of position and experience -- from the "big picture" to specialized sessions just for you.
    • Annual Educational Conference
    • CSAE Bookstore
    • On-line CAE Study Group
    • Techonology Expo
    • Virtual Seminars
  3. If time spent away from the office is a problem, many CSAE services are delivered to your desk for use at your convenience.
    • Association Management Library
    • Credit Card Services Program
    • Information Resource Center
    • Long Distance Program
  4. CSAE meetings are rotated around the Denver Metropolitan area.
    • Denver Tech
    • Downtown
    • East/Denver West
    • North
  5. Virtual seminars provide low-cost, high-value, idea-sharing sessions in various assocaition categories.
  6. CSAE services are convenient and its events are close, saving you the time and expense of attending out-of-town education programs.
  7. Don't reinvent the wheel. CSAE members freely share their expertise and experience with fellow members, saving you time and money and making you look like a hero!
    • Executive Memo (monthly newsletter)
    • Membership Directory
  8. Career Services that help you keep your service career on track and on the rise
    • Executive Job Referral Service
    • Personal Growth Workshops
  9. Your name on our membership roster will provide increased prestige for you and for CSAE, identifying you as a leader on the cutting edge of association management.
  10. Think about it -- How can you be an association executive and not be a member of your own professional society? Join CSAE today!
MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: If you're not 100 percent satisfied with your CSAE membership anytime in the first year, we'll give your money back.
QUESTIONS? Call CSAE at 303-368-9090
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Member Services

Resume service and job referral
CSAE is committed to assisting association executives with their employment needs. Resumes are kept on file for all association positions from administrative assistant to executive director and are designed to match applicants with positions available in the association field.
Associations looking to fill a position may ask CSAE, at no charge, to search its job bank for possible candidates that match the open position. Or, for a minimal fee, associations may broadcast the job description to members requesting candidate referrals.

Members looking to make a job change may post their resume with CSAE for a six-month period. Resumes are matched with positions posted based on the criteria submitted by the applicant and submitted directly to applying associations.

Assistance request
Do you have a question? Assistance request is designed to provide you with quick answers from other members about a particular issue via a broadcast fax.

Resource library
Located at the CSAE office, the resource library is a collection of current publications on association non-profit management-related topics and resource materials developed and used by CSAE members in their own associations. Back issues of Association Management magazine and The Executive Memo are also on file, as well as materials entered in CSAE's awards recognition program. We welcome contributions on specific programs, services, or policies you have in place and are willing to share!

Contact us the next time you have a need for ideas related to: administration/management, awards/recognition, board/volunteer training, chapters, communications, convention/meetings/trade shows, credentialing, education, finance, fundraising, government relations, human resources, legal, membership recruitment/retention, or technology/information services.

CSAE bookstore
A collection of current books and publications on association/non-profit management is available at discounted pricing.
 

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Education

Monthly meetings and education programs
Share ideas, obtain the latest information on issues facing today's executive, and learn about the best practices in association management through monthly luncheon meetings.

Regularly scheduled education programs address all aspects of association work for executives at all experience levels. These high-caliber programs are led by some of the association's most recognized leaders. Programs are conducted throughout the Denver metropolitan area. Internet and audio-conference learning is also available.

Technology Showcase
CSAE is acutely aware of change in the technology arena. This yearly event brings the best and latest in association technology to the fingertips of association executives.

Annual Conference
A two-day event with premium education and networking opportunities in a beautiful Colorado setting showcases the best in association trends and practices.

The ABCs of Association Management
This online program is a basic-level orientation program designed to introduce newcomers or those with less than two years experience to the many functions of association management. The program consists of training in association structure, non-profit law, membership marketing and development, education and credentialing, meetings management, and finance.

Certified Association Executive (CAE)
The Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation is tile most prestigious professional designation for individuals in the association management profession. The CAE program is administered by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). CSAE, as an ASAE-designated agent, conducts orientation sessions and provides mentors and study groups in preparation for the CAE exam.
 

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Publications

Executive Memo
Executive Memo is the only monthly publication in Colorado that's designed exclusively for this state's association executive. Each month, industry trends, legislative and management issues, and local events are featured, keeping association executives up to date.

Members are encouraged to submit articles to this publication. Each month, The Executive Memo editorial committee reviews and compiles content for upcoming issues. Completed articles should be directed for consideration to CSAE, 2170 S. Parker Rd., Suite 265, Denver, CO 80231.

Directory
This enhanced directory lists all CSAE members, both alphabetically and by membership type. General information on CSAE, a calendar of events, resource directory, and buyer's guide, as well as an overview of services and products, make this the most comprehensive directory ever published.

Salary and benefits survey
This biennial survey provides CSAE members with compensation, benefits, and office practices in Colorado. Information is presented in a format that is easy to use when making key association decisions.

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Awards

Annually, CSAE acknowledges the achievements of association executives and associate members for their untiring efforts. Recognition is given individually to the Association Professional of the Year and the Associate of the Year, as well as the Volunteer of the Year and Outstanding New Professional. The Lifetime Achievement Award is reserved to recognize those members who have made significant contributions over the course of their career. Member associations and associate companies are recognized in the areas of publications, membership, and associate promotion.

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Associate Promotion
Associate members, working with CSAE, can obtain a competitive edge through special marketing opportunities.

Technology Showcase
Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are available to showcase products and services. Over 150 attendees view the latest in association-related technology, innovation, products, and services.

Advertising
Various advertising opportunities are available in the annual directory and monthly Executive Memo.

Annual golf tournament
Hole and event sponsorships are available.

Monthly luncheon, annual conference, and education events
Host a monthly luncheon, annual conference, or regularly scheduled luncheon program. Members see first-hand what's available for their use.

Preferred Provider Program
Showcase your products through CSAE's affinity and member service program.

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Preferred Provider Programs

CSAE offers a variety of affinity and member service programs that provide associations with products and services at discounted rates. Some of these programs include: long distance, local service, and conference calling through XO Communications; voice message services through Multi-Link. Advanced Solutions International offers discounts on iMIS and express products through approved retailers. Discounts on awards, gifts, and recognition items are available through GL Specialties. Broadcast services through Absolute Communication Solutions, Inc.

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Representation

CSAE is a strong advocate for associations. As a representative of international, national, regional, state, and local associations located in Colorado, CSAE takes an active role in all government affairs issues that impact the association community and association executives both in Colorado and Washington, D.C.

Additionally, strategic alliances and coalition building with various hospitality and meetings industry groups provide CSAE members with maximum visibility in Colorado.

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Community Service

Joining forces with other hospitality organizations, CSAE members volunteer their time and talents to community service activities throughout the year. Kids Cafe, Network for the Needy, and the Samaritan House project provide members with a great way to give something back to worthy causes within the community.

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Allied Associate Member - $170
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CSAE membership dues are non-transferable. All memberships are renewable on anniversary date. Membership dues in CSAE are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes, but may be deductible as an ordinary and neccessary business expense. To the extent that CSAE engages in lobbying, 11.95 percent of dues are not deductible as an ordinary and neccessary business expense. Membership dues are subject to change.
2170 South Parker Road, Suite 120 | Denver, CO 80231
Phone: 303.368.9090 | Fax: 303.368.4222