Allied Member Benefits
As a provider of products and services, your success within the association community is determined by establishing a genuine and reputable presence from which to build relationships. MSAE is the tool to help you connect with the association community.
 Get Connected
Breakfast with the Experts - MSAE's monthly programs focused on key topics to benefit the busy professional. These programs are held during the morning and include breakfast and presentation. These presentations are excellent networking opportunities in a small group setting.
Women's Leadership Connection - MSAE's women's leadership connection is a facilitated leadership discussion and lunch geared towards the female professional. All luncheons and meetings are held at the MSAE offices. WLC luncheons allow allied members to participate in an educational session for the general audience and meet new association professionals. Space is limited.
Symposiums - These full-day extended programs are designed to inform and keep you up to date on industry trends. MSAE offers symposiums on the following subjects: Association 101, Association 201, CEO Workshops, Legal & Financial Fair and Speakers Showcase Event. Each symposium gives allied members the chance to learn what association needs are to better serve them.
Annual Meeting & Expo - This is MSAE's largest event of the year, the one you can't miss! MSAE's Annual Meeting & Expo provides attendees the opportunity to participate in educational sessions, attend the Awards of Excellence luncheon and visit 100+ exhibits. Allied members are encouraged to participate in the trade show and interact with over 350 attendees!
Fall Leadership Conference - A 3-day, 2-night event designed to increase leadership skills, while offering many opportunities to network with peers. This event is also a chance to showcase your property.
Peer Connection - New in 2009, MSAE introduced a new mentoring program to "Link Members for the Future". This program takes veteran members and pairs them with new members to create a connection. This program allows new members to make the most of their membership in MSAE.
Idea Exchange - MSAE's own online discussion groups. Don't be bogged down by emails, log on to MSAE's idea exchange and post a question to get immediate answers. The next time you have a question - ask your peers. They have been there, done that, and are willing to help.
Committees - MSAE committees are organized to accomplish work based on goals and objectives established by the MSAE board - while having fun! If you would like to participate and have a hands on role in one of MSAE's event consider joining one of these committees: Fall Leadership Conference, Holiday Celebration, Golf Tournament, Awards Judging, Annual Meeting & Expo, Membership, Volunteer Service Awards and Speakers Showcase.
Networking Groups - Special interest groups comprised of MSAE members. MSAE networking groups are designed by members, for members to meet specific needs of a particular area in association management. Meetings allow members to share expertise and knowledge with other members. Think about participating in one of these networking groups: Communications, Membership, Meeting Management, Senior Staff, CEO, Allied and Young Professionals.
Social Media - Make sure to check out MSAE on their own official Blog, LinkedIn Groups, Twitter, and Flickr. In today's world, social media is the new way to stay connected. Follow MSAE today!
 Get Informed
Association FOCUS Newsletter - MSAE's official publication for the association professional. The FOCUS newsletter highlights current trends, industry news and keeps you connected to all of the latest MSAE news. Advertising opportunities are available. Articles are welcome.
E-News & Views Online Newsletter - The sister publication to MSAE's newsletter. MSAE's E-news is sent once a month and features upcoming events, member announcements, hot topics and important articles. This is designed for the busy professional who wants a shortened version of the FOCUS newsletter.
Association Resource Center - As a member you are eligible to access our resource center with association articles, past webinars, podcasts and other association resources. You may also check out one of MSAE's many association related library books. For all those questions and tips you need, this is the place to go!
Career Center - One of the most visited and popular benefits MSAE offers is our career center. Whether you are looking for a job or looking to hire someone use MSAE's resource as your guide.
Salary Survey - Published every three years, MSAE's salary survey is a compilation of the industry's compensation and benefits survey results. Participate in this important association resource and order a copy today.
Annual Technology & Facilities Resource Guide - For all of your supplier, vendor, products and service needs - MSAE's Annual Resource Guide has editorial content as well as listings for all of your association resources from technology to meeting facilities.
Annual Membership Directory - Rated among the top membership benefits is MSAE's membership directory. Enjoy this benefit that includes individual listings, association listings, profile information, resource guide, meeting facilities, speakers & entertainers as well as MSAE information. Its the one directory you will want to have on your desk!
 Get Recognized
Volunteer Service Awards - Have you been a super volunteer? Have you participated or chaired a committee? Moderated, spoke or helped at an event? Have you done great things for MSAE? If so, you are someone who should be nominated for a service award! Award winners are recognized at MSAE's Fall Leadership Conference.
Golf Tournament - Held each summer, MSAE's Annual Golf Classic is a day of fun in the sun. Being a good golfer is not a requirement at this tournament. This is a great networking opportunity as well as a chance to win great prizes and support MSAE's education fundraiser. Sponsor a hole & get a chance to network with every golfer!
Holiday Celebration & Silent Auction - A social event where you can enjoy the holiday atmosphere and purchase fabulous silent auction donations - not to mention visit with old friends while making new ones! Proceeds from the silent auction fund the MSAE Scholarship Program. MSAE also accepts donations for our Chairman's Charity of the Year. Promote your product and/or service by donating an item to the silent or live auction!
Group Purchasing & Affinity Programs - MSAE has formed partnerships with professional companies that provide a benefit to MSAE members as well as providing associations and vendors the opportunity to offer these cost saving and revenue generating programs to their own members.
Advertising - Reach your target market with cost-effective advertising through MSAE. Advertising allows you to get in front of key decision makers in the association community. Opportunities include: Annual Membership Directory, FOCUS Newsletter, Website, Annual Resource Guide, E-News & Views Online Newsletter and more!
Sponsorship - Becoming a sponsor of an MSAE event will allow you to reach out to a broad base of potential buyers, enhance your product and/or service recognition and show your commitment and loyalty to the association community & MSAE. Available sponsorships: Annual Meeting & Expo, Educational Meetings, Social Events, Holiday Celebration & Silent Auction and Fall Leadership Conference. MSAE will work with you to design a tailored sponsorship opportunity that will provide the benefits you want and need.
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