A Message on the Coronavirus from FSAE President/CEO Frank Rudd:

FSAE, like everyone else, is closely watching the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its effects in Florida and the nation. We understand the concerns for the health and safety of yourself, your staff and your members, as well as the financial impact we all hope to avoid. We know that our Associate Members are feeling the pain of travel cancellations during this busy spring-break season, and our Executives are concerned about meetings planned around the state in the next several months.

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

Deadline to Apply: Monday, April 6, 2020. 

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.

The CDC has released guidelines for large meetings or community gatherings. They aren't advising against travel or meetings, but do recommend planners are prepared before, during and after an event.

Planning tips, resources and updated information can be found on the link below:

cdc guidelines

The 2019-20 CAE Commission Chair Donte P. Shannon, CAE shared 2020 updates on the CAE application and renewal process. Updates include:

• Ethics Requirement upon Renewal
  Starting in 2020, anyone renewing their CAE will be required to fulfill one of their 40 credits with an ethics-focused credit. This credit is included in the 40 required every three years. You will not need an additional credit to renew. Education that meets CAE credit criteria and has “ethics” in the title or official description will count towards the requirement.
  

Gain access to the only 24/7/365 online compensation benchmarking tool designed exclusively for executives of professional, trade and service-centric associations, nonprofits and association management companies. 
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FSAE is partnering with our sister state societies through Association Societies Alliance (ASA) to offer an online, real-time compensation survey and benchmarking platform. Participation in the survey is always free. During our initial launch, salary reports are free as well. And reports are available as an Excel Spreadsheet or formatted PowerPoint. Get Started!

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• Sad News Regarding ASAE President John Graham
• Jeremy Hayes, CITP, IOM, QAS, received his IOM designation
• Visit Sarasota Announces Amanda Walker, New Sales Manager
• GoPegasus Awarded Innovative Operator of the Year Award
• FL League of Cities Launches New Logo 

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Executive Members

In 2019, FSAE reached 1,200+ members - with over 630 Association Executives - and we're continuing to grow. In addition, we've offered 45 in-person events and 28 webinars totaling 90 CAE credit hours and 29 CMP hours.

We have even more planned for 2020! Don't miss out on your opportunities for professional development, peer-to-peer networking and support for reaching your career goals.

We are happy to report that FSAE has reached 1200 Members and we're still growing!

What does that mean?

We have 637 Executive Members (anyone who works in an association/AMC) 
and 563 Associate Members (anyone who wants to do business with our execs)

Where are members located? 
The majority of our members, 52%, are in North Florida/Tallahassee. The map below shows our total members in each area, with the ratio of Executives (yellow) to Associates (orange).

The FSAE December Power Luncheon featured a food drive for Second Harvest of the Big Bend to help ensure members of our community have full-bellies in the winter months to come. FSAE members donated an overwhelming *443 pounds* of food for our neighbors in need!

A very special shout-out to our Luncheon sponsor Visit Orlando who generously donated a large amount of food for this drive - THANK YOU!! Thank you all for your participation and generosity! 

The first-ever FSAE Women's Summit was an overwhelming success!

We had 82 participants and practically 100% attendance!
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A few key take-aways from attendees:

• Sad News Regarding Carolyn Hinson
• Teresa King Kinney Receives National Award for Excellence
• Susan Stafford Appointed to FL Judicial Qualifications Commission
• Joann Gore joins Phipps Reporting
• Darin Henry now Director of National Sales for Sunseeker Resorts
• Cassandra Ruelle, CASE, CMP recently promoted to Experience Kissimmee’s national association sales team
• Office Space Available at FL Hospice

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Welcome New Members!

 Executive Members
Ashley Gholston, FL Restaurant & Lodging Assn
Catie Moody, FL Engineering Society
Damien Raimondi, Assn of Collegiate Schools of Planning, Inc.

Year-end reviews are coming soon. Ensure that your salaries and benefits are competitive, and be prepared to ask for what you need.
The FSAE Foundation is here to help ensure you and your employees are taken care of with the 2019 Compensation & Benefits Survey.

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The 2019 FSAE Annual Conference service project with Rethreaded is featured in Naylor's Association Adviser:

FSAE Re-Imagines Charitable Support through a Rethreaded Pop-Up Shop at its Annual Conference

A history of giving back at annual conference

The Florida Society of Association Executives (FSAE) began incorporating a social responsibility component into its annual conference back in 2010. That year, conference attendees helped sort and box food for a food bank. Over the years, attendees have donated to multiple Florida-based food banks, Friends of the Palm Beach County Library System, All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, and Sneakers for September, a nonprofit that provides new sneakers for children in Orange and Osceola counties. In 2016, FSAE’s giving was personal: Conference attendees were asked to donate to the UF (University of Florida) Health Cancer Center in memory of FSAE members who had recently lost battles with cancer.

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Volunteers and the service they provide Committees and Task Forces are vital to the success of FSAE and the FSAE Foundation!

If you want to be a part of making your professional community stronger, volunteer for a committee! Upcoming terms begin September 2019 and run through July 2020 (Annual Conference). Committees typically meet monthly and (almost) always by conference call. 

The Florida Society of Association Executives Foundation has granted over $17,600 this year to 29 professionals across Florida. The members that will receive these grants will use the 2019 funds for professional development and educational opportunities that help advance their careers in the non-profit and association management industry.

“The Hilton Hotel Sponsors are so honored to be part of Hilton’s Diversity and Inclusion Grant.  In a time where there seems to be so much divide, we are proud to be advocates in uniting and providing professional development opportunities for our association professionals. Hilton is not just a company committed to diversity and inclusion, we embody it and we look forward to continuing this partnership for years to come!” said Cheryl James, Hilton Worldwide (who partnered with a select number of Florida Hilton Properties to provide this grant).

FSAE presented its most prestigious leadership awards at its recent Annual Conference held at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. The Executive of the Year Award honors an association executive who has displayed the highest commitment to professional growth and dedication to advancing the association management profession. The Associate of the Year Award honors an association supplier whose dedication and leadership also advances the industry. FSAE’s Rising Star Award honors an association professional and/or supplier member who contribute significant time and talent to ensure FSAE’s continued success.

FSAE also recognized organizations that support the association industry and local communities. Our Association of the Year and Supporting Associate Organization of the Year awards honor organizations that demonstrate outstanding efforts, excellence and innovation.

FSAE partnered with Sustainable Events Network, Florida & Caribbean to rescue food from #FSAE19, and was able to help feed the 800 homeless clients of Jacksonville's Sulzbacher organization!

The Executive Chef from Sulzbacher reported “According to our calculations, we received 25 pans of various desserts, 8 pans of sliced beef, 4 pans of broccoli and 5 pans of rosemary polenta. Damian Johnson, our Sous Chef picked up the food and we were able to serve it to some of our clients the next day. We serve approximately 800 meals each day so your generosity is very much appreciated.”

The Florida Society of Association Executives (FSAE) announced the installation of its 2019-20 Board of Directors at FSAE’s Annual Conference in Jacksonville, FL. The FSAE Board is comprised of some of Florida’s best leaders in the association industry.

FSAE Board Officers:
Chair: Jim Ayotte, MBA, CAE; Executive Director, FL Manufactured Housing Assn, Tallahassee, FL
Chair-Elect: Lonny Powell; CEO & EVP, FL Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Assn, Ocala, FL
Treasurer: Fran Gilbert, CAE; President & CEO, Starfish Management Solutions, Tallahassee, FL
Secretary: Jaime Caldwell, President, SFL Hospital & Healthcare Assn, Dania Beach, FL
Immediate Past-Chair: Rachel Luoma, CAE; Chief Staff Executive/Vice-President, Partners in Assn Management, Inc., Tallahassee, FL

FSAE is excited to announce our new Membership & Events Coordinator, Lana Steele!

Lana joined the FSAE team in June 2019 as our Membership & Events Coordinator. Her experience in event planning and marketing began with an internship for FL Hospice & Palliative Care Association. Most recently she served as a Private Event Coordinator for the University Center Club.

Thank you for participating in our 2019 FSAE Board Elections. We are pleased to announce our 2019-20 Board of Directors:

Officers:

Chair: Jim Ayotte, MBA, CAE; Executive Director, FL Manufactured Housing Assn 
Chair-Elect: Lonny Powell; CEO & EVP, FL Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Assn
Treasurer: Fran Gilbert, CAE; President & CEO, Starfish Management Solutions
Secretary: Jaime Caldwell, President, SFL Hospital & Healthcare Assn
Immediate Past-Chair: Rachel Luoma, CAE; Chief Staff Executive/Vice-President, Partners in Assn Management, Inc.