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What you’ll find here. This public archive includes only e-news ESSAE sends to its broader audience of members, interested partners and prospective members. Emails and content shared exclusively with ESSAE members are not included.

About archived deadlines. Each issue reflects what we shared at the time. Deadlines, registration information and offers in archived emails stay as originally published, even after they expire. Check the ESSAE Event Calendar or the linked program page for current information.

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Fall 2026 ESSAE E-News

Your connections. Your development. Your community.

2027 MEMBERSHIP

Your membership. Your choice.

Renew for you and your colleagues—or explore our new organizational membership option for teams of three or more. Association professionals, suppliers and destination partners: find the fit for your team’s goals.

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Renew Individual Membership

Supplier Membership & Key Supporter Options

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FEATURED PARTNER FREE WEBINAR

Before you trust that AI output…

The Four AI Risks Every Association Executive Should Detect Before Trusting AI Outputs

November 10, 2026 | 10–11 a.m. ET
With Josephine Yam, JD, LLM, CEO & Co-Founder, Skills4Good AI

AI can help you work faster. What should you check before relying on its answers? Explore four key risks—and where human judgment and verification matter most.

In this FREE, CAE credit-eligible webinar, you’ll:

  1. Understand the four top AI risks and recognize when they emerge in your professional workflows.
  2. Learn why these risks exist and why verifying AI-assisted outputs matters.
  3. Preview the Human-AI Collaboration Model for working with AI-assisted outputs.

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LEARN & GROW

What’s your next professional goal?

Build practical skills, explore a credential or plan your next leadership step.

Explore QAS 2.0 →

Get ALA Updates →

Browse E-Learning →

Explore CAE & CMP Credentials →

Explore Scholarship Support →

See Your Membership at Work

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CALL FOR SPEAKERS

Share your expertise in 2027

Have a practical lesson, fresh perspective or success story to share? Help shape the learning at ESSAE’s 2027 events.

Explore 2027 Speaking Opportunities →

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Board nominations deadline listed in this issue: November 16.

LEAD • RECOGNIZE • VOLUNTEER

Your voice. ESSAE’s future.

Help shape our community—or recognize someone who makes it stronger.

Explore Board Service →

Nominate an Award Recipient →

Find Your Volunteer Opportunity →

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MEMBER TOOLS

More than a login

Find open and paid invoices, revisit past speaker or award submissions, and connect through the member directory.

Need help? Schedule a conversation with Carrie or renewal assistance with Piper through the members-only page.

Find My Invoices & Account Tools →

Access Member Resources & Schedule Help →

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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

What should ESSAE’s GAC be watching?

Catch up on committee updates, suggest a topic or flag a bill for tracking.

Read GAC Updates →

Suggest a Topic or Bill →

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MEMBER VOICES

Why do you love ESSAE?

A connection that made a difference? A program that sparked an idea? Tell us your story in a short member video.

Record Your “Why I Love ESSAE” Video →

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OUR COMMUNITY

Thank you for making Harvest Highlight shine

To our attendees, speakers, board members and volunteers: thank you for sharing your time, expertise and enthusiasm.

With appreciation to our event partners and sponsors:

The Sagamore • OnServices • NYSBA • 1000 Islands • Sightline Productions • Saratoga Springs City Center • Visit Rochester • Cheshire AV • MemberClicks • Map Dynamics • Todd Bailey

Revisit Harvest Highlight →

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2026 KEY SUPPORTERS

The partners behind your ESSAE experience

Thank you to our 2026 Key Supporters for helping make ESSAE’s education, resources and connections possible. Visit the partners who support your community.

DIAMOND

Cheshire Audio Visual
Westchester County Tourism & Film
The Lodge at Schroon Lake
Saratoga Springs City Center
The Sagamore Resort
Visual Technologies
ON Services

RUBY

The Saratoga Hilton
Lake George Chamber of Commerce & CVB
The Albany Capital Center
Visit 1000 Islands
Premiere Transportation Group
Visit Rochester
Resorts World Catskills & NYC
Discover Schenectady

EMERALD

The Queensbury Hotel
Park Strategies
Woodbine Hospitality
Albany Marriott Hotel

 

Connect your organization with ESSAE’s association community in 2027.

Explore 2027 Key Supporter Opportunities →

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THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF ESSAE!

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ESSAE Knowledge Hub

Fresh resources from the Knowledge Hub

Explore free white papers, guides, case studies and industry research from association experts and vendors. By downloading content, you may be contacted by the provider.

FEATURED RESOURCE

New Research: How Associations Are Spending Their Time & Money

How does your association compare? Explore new benchmarks from 195 association leaders covering budgets, staffing, technology, manual processes, sponsorship revenue, AI investment, and the operational priorities shaping 2026.

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Getting Your Board On Board

Getting Your Board On Board

Today’s associations are under pressure to deliver greater member value, diversify revenue and stay relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. This guide shares practical strategies from experienced association leaders on how to position learning as a strategic investment that earns executive and board buy-in.

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The RFP You’re About to Send Could Sabotage Your Entire Website Redesign

The RFP You’re About to Send Could Sabotage Your Entire Website Redesign

The proposals you get back are only as good as the RFP you send. Here's what most associations get wrong — before anyone touches a wireframe.

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The Association's Guide to AI Tool Purchasing

The Association's Guide to AI Tool Purchasing

This practical guide helps association executives make smart AI purchasing decisions with a proven evaluation framework and 10-question checklist—cutting through hype to solve real problems while protecting your budget and member data.

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Put Your Association in Your Members' Pockets

Put Your Association in Your Members' Pockets

Discover how a year-round mobile strategy can strengthen member engagement, improve retention, generate revenue, and help you choose the right app for your association.

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Thinking About a New AMS? Lessons from 400+ Successful Implementations

Thinking About a New AMS? Lessons from 400+ Successful Implementations

Ensure AMS implementation success with expert guidance from 400+ projects. Get practical tips for planning, team building, and partnership.

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