Harvest Highlight— the premier event for association leadership. Thursday, October 30, 2025 Join top CEOs, C-suite executives, senior leaders, and volunteer board members from across New York State for Harvest Highlight — the premier event for association leadership.This one-day experience delivers expert-led education, targeted networking, and strategic insights designed to help you tackle the evolving challenges of leading an association today. Whether you lead a large organization or a small association, Harvest Highlight is your opportunity to:
Be part of the conversations shaping the future of associations. Keynote Highlight: Arel MoodieThis year’s breakfast keynote speaker is Arel Moodie, who will share how to build people power through a powerful and timely framework: Adult Development Theory. With over 60 years of research behind it, this approach reveals how all people — regardless of background or title — evolve through predictable stages of growth. Understanding these stages gives you the ability to connect, influence, and lead with new depth and clarity. Watch Arel’s message to ESSAE leaders: Thank you to our Keynote Breakfast sponsor: 1000 Islands International Tourism Council! Do You Enjoy Learning, Networking and Discounts? Thinking About Joining ESSAE?Now is the perfect time to become a member today and pay half the cost — your prorated membership will run through the end of 2025 and includes discounts for:
Learn more and join online: www.essae.org/membership ProgramDetailed program information will be announced later this summer. Here's an overview of last year's event for a taste of what to expect. Overnight AccommodationsA courtesy room block has been arranged at Courtyard Saratoga Springs. Event PartnershipWe would be honored for you to join us as a valued Event Partner. |