Volunteers and the service they provide Committees and Task Forces are vital to the success of FSAE and our members! 
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Now is the time to be a part of making your professional community stronger while building relationships with your peers. As a volunteer, you can contribute your expertise or learn skills in new/different areas to grow in your career. Upcoming terms begin in September and run through July (Annual Conference). Committees typically meet monthly by Zoom. 

Thank you for participating in our 2024 FSAE Board Elections. We are pleased to announce our 2024-25 Board of Directors, which will be sworn-in at the July Annual Conference.

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Visit Lauderdale: New Experiences Begin Here

Give your group an unparalleled experience in Greater Fort Lauderdale

Unlock the potential of your next event at the newly enhanced Broward County Convention Center. Enjoy 800,000 square feet of redesigned space, including a sprawling 350,000-square-foot exhibit hall.

Choose from over 3,000 hotel rooms within 1.5 miles of the Convention Center District, offering waterfront luxury, boutique charm, or budget-friendly options. Treat your group to awe-inspiring culinary experiences, unforgettable teambuilding activities, and more.

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The FSAE24 Annual Conference community project supports Help Now of Osceola, which  provides safety, empowerment and healing for survivors of domestic violence and influences social change in the community.

Opportunities to support this organization include:
Build-a-Buddy: Between education sessions, stop in the FSAE24 Learning Lounge to make a stuffed animal or two to give comfort to children (and adults) seeking immediate safety and shelter from abuse. All materials will be provided to make adorable, comforting buddies - just pick an animal, add love and stuffing, and add an outfit :)

FSAE is excited to announce our new staff member, Pamela Cabrera as Events & Marketing Coordinator! Pamela will be working closely with event staff to plan our Roundtable meetings and support our education and event programs. She will also be taking on the marketing of our events from website to social media.

Pamela is a recent graduate from the Florida State University with a B.S in Hospitality and Tourism Management and also received a Special Events Certification. Welcome Pamela!

FSAE Foundation Online Auction
Open June 1 - 10

The FSAE Foundation’s Auction has become one of the places to shop. Where else can you find such incredible items and fantastic trips?!? And now, you can browse and buy those items from the comfort of your living room with mobile bidding for all items!

The Online Auction opens June 1 and closes Monday, June 10 at 9 pm EST. And it’s open to FSAE Members and Non-Members so tell your coworkers, friends & family about the fantastic deals available while supporting professional development and education in the association industry. You can view items and details online without an account, but you'll need to enter a phone number or email address and credit card number to place bids. 

View Items & Start Bidding!

Seeking to broaden your direct mail marketing to associations?  There’s no better way to target the Florida association decision makers than by FSAE’s membership list! There are more than 600 association executives in FSAE who represent almost 300 Florida associations. They are eager to hear about new products, services, destinations and facilities. Learn more about the available options for physical mailing addresses of members:

Mailing List

The FSAE Board of Directors currently has two (2) At-Large positions to be filled by election of the FSAE Executive Membership and one (1) Associate At-Large position to be filled by election of the FSAE Associate Membership.
Voting ends Wednesday, June 5 at Midnight.

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The FSAE Foundation is proud to announce its 2024 Grant Recipients. Thanks to our generous corporate partners and member contributions, we’ve awarded 20 grants totaling $11, 625 for professional development funding. Thank you to all our contributors that make this possible!

RB Oppenheim Associates (RBOA) Grant

FSAE Referral Program - Share Your Love of FSAE! 

The heart of FSAE is our peer-to-peer relationships and opportunities. Who do you know that could benefit from being part of this organization? Let's meet!

Share your love of FSAE and you could win $100 Cash! 
When the person you have referred joins FSAE before June 30, 2024, you are entered to win a drawing for $100 cash AND you get lots of love and recognition. The more people you recruit to join, the more entries you get to win. 
No time to recruit? No problem - we've got you covered too.

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently passed two rulings that impact the association space: Business Impersonation / Fraud and Banning Non-Compete Agreements.

Business Impersonation / Fraud
The FTC Rule on Impersonation to combat scams was passed earlier this spring and went into effect April 1. Impersonation includes scammers selling fake membership lists or hotel room blocks. The FTC also shared new data on the most common ways consumers are targeted by these treacherous scams. Combined, reported losses to these impersonation scams topped $1.1 billion for the year, more than three times what consumers reported in 2020. Additionally, the ruling includes a method to report fraud, scams and bad business acts: ReportFraud.ftc.gov 
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Nominate Your Peers to be Recognized for Their Service and Commitment to FSAE and the Association Industry.

Every year at Annual Conference, FSAE acknowledges members who stand out for their exemplary service to FSAE and the association management community. Our Leadership Awards recognize an Executive of the Year, Associate of the Year, Rising Stars, Association of the Year and Supporting Associate Organization of the Year. Learn More about Awards

Help Direct the Future of FSAE as a Board Member

Now is your chance to join the leadership to move the association industry forward!

The FSAE Nominating Committee is seeking nominations (Self-Nominations only) for individuals with leadership and management experience to serve as Directors At-Large on the FSAE Board of Directors.

To apply, please review the criteria online and complete your nomination application by April 25. 

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The FSAE Knowledge Hub is our library of free downloadable content, including white papers, product guides, case studies, industry analysis and much more, provided by experts and vendors within the association industry. Check out our numerous resources at hub.fsae.org

The Palm Beaches

From world renowned resorts, modern hotels, and expansive outdoor spaces to the sprawling Palm Beach County Convention Center, find a perfect fit for every meeting size and need. The Palm Beaches offer a premier meetings experience, with over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and 18,000 guestrooms, and a diverse collection of hotels, restaurants, and cultural attractions. 

Our rich cultural heritage, vibrant blend of cultures and coastal towns, and vivid natural landscapes inspire a unique signature flavor, showcasing the diversity of our local communities.

Looking for an FSAE Member? Check the Online Member Search

A searchable FSAE member database is available online for members only and it’s always up to date with the latest information. Search for a person by name or company, or if you aren’t sure who you’re looking for – use the Advanced Search tab. This lets you search by industry type, location and more.

FSAE ANNOUNCES HESTER NDOJA, CAE
AS PRESIDENT/CEO

Tallahassee, FL (February 21, 2024) --  The Florida Society of Association Executives (FSAE), a prominent organization dedicated to professional development in association management, proudly announces the appointment of Hester Ndoja, CAE as the new President/CEO.

XSITE Tallahassee - May 8, 2024 - Dunlap Champions Club

Tallahassee's First and Only All Appointment-Style Tradeshow

We're not like the big shows....XSITE provides an intimate format & productive connections. At every XSITE you can expect: Highly-Vetted & Qualified Planners with Florida Bound Business; up to 15 Face-to-Face Appointments; Multiple Networking Opportunities Including Our Popular After Party; CMP Credit - and more!

David Grossman and Consumer Technology Association have been stalwart leaders in the effort to rid our communities of the spammers members fake membership list offers and/or impersonate our room blocks using our logos or spoofing our email domains. The FTC made a final ruling to help us protect our organizations and members from these scams. He is sharing this info with us below - 

Recently, the FTC issued its long-awaited final rule prohibiting the impersonation of government, businesses, and their officials or agents in interstate commerce. CTA is in the process of reviewing the text. It will become effective 30 days from the date it is published in the Federal Register. You can find the FTC's press release here, and the final rule text is available here.

A Message from Erin Ballas, FSAE Government Affairs Committee Chair

The House has released their tax package that contains some significate changes to Tourism Development Taxes.