Member-to-Member Benefits
ESSAE has established a member-to-member benefits page, where members can offer discounted programs and services specifically tailored to the needs of Associations and their members. Check this page often as we continue to build it and add to the benefits list. Add yours by submitting here.
Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE) CAE Prep Courses
Are you ready to take your association management career to new heights?
Earning your CAE credential is not just a certification; it's a testament to your expertise and commitment to excellence in the field of association management. MSAE is excited to partner with fellow state societies (including ESSAE) to bring you a portfolio of Certified Association Executive (CAE) Preparation Courses -all proven to prepare exam takers for success.
Why Choose MSAE's CAE Preparation Courses?
- Expert Instructor: Our courses are led by a veteran instructor and experienced association management professional, Sue Radwan, MEd, CAE, SMP, ARM. Suewas selected as editor of the current and previous editions of the Professional Practices in Association Management text.
- Three Courses from Which to Choose: With 16, eight-and single-week courses, participants can select the one that meets their needs and timeline.
Comprehensive Curricula: The courses cover all aspects of the CAE exam content outline, ensuring you deeply understand all the domains tested on the exam.
- Interactive Learning: Engage in dynamic discussions, case studies, and practical exercises that simulate real-world scenarios, enhancing your industry knowledge and test-taking skills.Individualized Support: Benefit from debriefing and feedback sessions tailored to address your specific strengths and areas for improvement.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow association professionals from across the globe to exchange ideas and expand your understanding of the theories and terms covered in the courses.
- Exam Readiness:Gain confidence with structured study schedules, supplementary videos, mock exams, practice questions, and exam-taking strategies, ensuring you are well-prepared and poised for success on exam day.
- Visit https://tinyurl.com/RocktheCAE to learn more about the course details, schedules, and registration process.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
Discounted Credit Card Processing
The Retail Council of New York State is pleased to partner with ESSAE to give members access to discounted credit card processing. We aren’t just talking about terminals anymore – the Retail Council can help you with web hosted payments, ACH payments, authorize.net and virtual terminals. They even have a surcharging program to pass the credit card processing fees onto the card holder.
The Retail Council is an association too, so they understand just how important it is to get dues dollars in fast. You don’t have to wait for a check to come in the mail anymore. You can email invoices and payment links so your members can pay dues online.
ESSAE members will work with a staff of dedicated Electronic Transaction Association Certified Payments Professionals – Michele Coons, Nicholl Lockwood and Carly Brentini. Contact Nicholl at (800) 442-3589 or [email protected] to discuss your association’s payment processing needs. Your association can also add the Retail Council’s processing program to your list of member benefits! Be sure to ask Nicholl about partnering with the Retail Council to provide discounted payments processing for all your members.
High Peaks Resort
Group Booking Incentives – Summer 2025 High Peaks Resort, Lake Placid
Booking Window: For arrivals between July 1 and September 30, 2025 and contracted before March 28, 2025
Eligibility: New proposals only; cannot be combined with other offers. Must mention this promotion when booking.
Terms: Blackout dates apply; subject to availability. Food and beverage minimums are calculated before tax and service fees.
Incentive Tiers:
- 20 Guest Rooms + $3,000 in Food & Beverage Spend:
$50 Visa Gift Card for the planner
One room upgrade to the best available room
One VIP amenity
- 30 Guest Rooms + $5,000 in Food & Beverage Spend:
$100 Visa Gift Card for the planner
One room upgrade to the best available room
One VIP amenity
- 50 Guest Rooms + $7,500 in Food & Beverage Spend:
$175 Visa Gift Card for the planner
Two room upgrades to the best available rooms
Two VIP amenities
- 75 Guest Rooms + $10,000 in Food & Beverage Spend:
$250 Visa Gift Card for the planner
Three room upgrades to the best available rooms
Three VIP amenities
Plan your group booking now and take advantage of these exclusive rewards!
Contact:
Lindsay Greenshields I Regional Director of Sales and Marketing
High Peaks Resort
2384 Saranac Avenue Lake Placid, NY 12946
Cell: (843) 901-0102
[email protected]
Hotel in Lake Placid NY | High Peaks Resort
The Lodge at Schroon Lake
ESSAE members are offered a complimentary site visit, including a personalized tour of our diverse event spaces and a consultation with our experienced event planning team.
Special Booking Incentive
ESSAE members who book an event with us will receive a 40% discount on venue rental fees. We offer full property buyouts and customizable spaces to suit your event's unique needs, including breakout capabilities.
Contact:
To schedule your complimentary site visit or for more information, please contact our Director of Sales, Dani Taylor, at (518) 987-0715 or via email at [email protected].
Rivers Casino & Resort
Book An Event Now To Save Big!
Book using code Rivers825 to receive a 25% discount on your Food & Non-Alcoholic Beverages and have your Room Rental fee waived in August 2025!
Must mention code when booking and must book by June 15, 2025 to be eligible. Restrictions may apply.
BOOK NOW!
Visual Technologies
Elevate Your Conferences and Events with Visual Technologies!
Fresh Ideas, Unmatched Service, State-Of-The-Art Equipment, Competitive Prices!
ESSAE Members Receive a 10% Discount on All Equipment for Orders Over $5,000!
ESSAE members are invited for a FREE consultation and quote from Visual Technologies! See what you’ve been missing! Please check us out!
- With years of experience and strong industry connections, we can help guide you through every step of the planning and production process, ensuring everything is executed flawlessly!
- We offer outside-of-the-box thinking for designing innovative and engaging experiences that set up your presenters for success!
- We have an incredible reputation, fantastic equipment, a super roster of talented and dedicated technicians, and we service meeting spaces and venues throughout all of New York State. If you look us up on Google, you will find only 5-star reviews!
- Our teams work together to furnish a level of service few national competitors can provide and the state-of-the-art technology few regional competitors can offer!
- Keep your dollars in New York State! As a New York State based company, using our services supports the local economies of the state, ensuring your investment stays in the state!
Van Slyke Strategic Consulting
How effective are your membership and advocacy Comms? Find out for free. As a member of ESSAE you’re entitled to a free comprehensive communications audit by Van Slyke Strategic Consulting, led by association advocacy communications pro Bill Van Slyke.
The audit will assess and make recommendations concerning the full array of advocacy and membership communications strategies, tactics and tools necessary to effectively engage members, stakeholders, media, policy makers, PAC donors, and other key constituencies.
To request your free audit, contact Van Slyke Strategic Consulting at [email protected] or 518-527-3547.
VideoRequest
As an exclusive benefit for ESSAE members, we're offering a special 10% discount on VideoRequest, the ultimate tool for effortless video content creation.
With VideoRequest, organizations can quickly and easily produce professional-quality videos to engage members, share important updates, and promote events. Our platform simplifies the entire process—from requesting video submissions to editing and sharing—saving you time and resources.
Take advantage of this special offer to enhance your association’s communication strategy and connect with your members like never before.
Discount Offer = 10% Off Regular Annual Price
Discount Code: 10ESSAE24
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