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SUMMARY:The AI Power Hour: 30 Tools in One Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nJoin us for a dynamic session that dives into how marketers can harness the latest wave of AI innovation to boost creativity\, speed\, and impact. You’ll get a rapid tour of 30 cutting-edge tools spanning; language\, video\, image\, and audio generation. We’ll show how AI is streamlining content creation\, automating analytics\, and transforming everyday workflows. Whether you’re testing the waters or ready to scale your AI capabilities\, you’ll walk away energized and ready to put these technologies to work right away. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nGet grounded in the current AI landscape: Explore where today’s generative AI tools fit within marketing and which emerging players are driving the next wave of innovation. \nUncover must-try tools: Discover 30 standout AI platforms designed to boost creativity\, streamline production\, and elevate campaign results. \nMaster AI-driven efficiency: Learn how to weave automation into your marketing stack to refine targeting\, scale analytics\, and personalize engagement. \nAnticipate the next evolution: Gain forward-looking insights into how generative AI and real-time optimization will reshape marketing strategies moving forward. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/30-ai-tools-in-60-minutes-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit-2/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94050021104
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Salm Rench%2C MBA":MAILTO:erica@sidecar.ai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T093000
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SUMMARY:The AI Advantage:  Driving Efficiency\, Innovation\, and Growth | Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Only Event \nThe AI Advantage: Driving Efficiency\, Innovation\, and Growth | Symposium \nDate: Thursday\, June 4th 2026 \nTime: 9:30 – 3:00 PM \nThis Symposium is a great opportunity to connect with thought leaders and subject-matter experts who will guide us through the personal and professional development landscape. Whether you are a seasoned professional\, an emerging leader\, or simply someone eager to enhance your understanding of these vital topics\, this event is designed for you.   \nAgenda: Each session is 1 CPE/CAE Credit \n\nKeynote: 9:30-9:50 AM \nHeinan Landa “Surviving the AI Tsunami” \n\nSession 1: (10:00-11:00 PM ET) Agents\, Apps & Automations: The AAA Upgrade That Elevates Your Entire Association \nCourse Description:  \nAssociations are being asked to deliver more value with the same or fewer resources. This session explores how AI agents\, custom apps\, and automations can streamline operations\, strengthen member services\, and expand organizational capacity. A key focus is how existing staff can create internal tools on their own or with limited assistance\, even without technical experience. Their most powerful asset is their knowledge of their members and communities\, which positions them to design solutions that are relevant\, practical\, and immediately beneficial. \nKey topics include identifying tasks that benefit most from automation\, selecting accessible tools that nontechnical staff can use\, and building AI-powered agents that support communication\, data management\, and service delivery. The session also highlights how associations can create external-facing tools and resources that generate non-dues revenue and enhance value for broader audiences. Attendees will leave with practical strategies that elevate performance\, empower staff to innovate\, and open new opportunities for revenue and impact. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Understand how agents\, apps\, and automations can improve efficiency and enhance member services within an association.\n-Learn how nontechnical staff can design and build internal tools on their own or with limited assistance by leveraging their knowledge of members and communities.\n-Identify practical opportunities to automate routine tasks and implement AI-powered support for communication\, data management\, and service delivery.\n-Explore strategies for creating external-facing tools that generate non-dues revenue and expand the association’s impact.\n-Apply actionable steps for integrating accessible technologies that strengthen organizational performance and empower staff to innovate. \nSpeaker: Evan Hawkins\, Association Executive\, W Strategies LLC \nCAE: Operations \nNASBA: Information Technology \n\nSession 2: (11:15-12:15 PM ET) Create an AI Roadmap! Let Us Show You How \nCourse Description: \nHaving a strong foundation increases the likelihood that your AI implementation(s) will succeed. Before adopting AI tools\, there are benefits to defining a roadmap that begins with an assessment of opportunities across your association. Gathering input from key stakeholders across departments builds a shared understanding of where AI can reduce costs\, improve the member experience\, reduce effort in time-consuming activities\, and enhance data analytics. Once your association has identified the best areas to incorporate AI\, a structured roadmap can be developed that includes tool analysis and selection\, data readiness\, measurable milestones\, phased implementation\, expected outcomes\, and staff training. With thoughtful preparation and a clear\, collaborative plan in place\, associations can move forward with AI adoption that is sustainable\, scalable\, and aligned with their mission. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Develop strategies to define an actionable AI roadmap.\n-Identify common issues encountered in implementing AI.\n-Apply best practices in continuing AI roadmap governance. \nSpeaker: Dr. Lisa Rau\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Fionta \nCAE: Organizational Strategy \nNASBA: Information Technology \n\nSession 3: (12:45-1:45 PM ET) From Disruption to Innovation: The Essential AI Toolkit for Association Leaders \nCourse Description:  \nAre you ready to embrace the transformative power of AI but overwhelmed by endless options? Do you want to cut through the noise and discover the tools making waves today? Are you searching for innovative AI solutions to help your association stand out and thrive in a competitive landscape? \nLearning Objectives: \n-Identify top AI tools for associations that are reshaping productivity\, innovation\, and engagement.\n-Analyze demonstrations of AI tools driving personalized member interactions\, creating visuals and videos\, and streamlining operations.\n-Apply practical integration strategies to incorporate AI tools into existing workflows to maximize their impact.\n-Develop actionable strategies to deliver immediate value and lead your association into the AI-driven future. \nSpeaker: Sherry Budziak\, CEO\, .orgSource \nCAE: Operations \nNASBA: Information Technology \n\nSession 4: (2:00-3:00 PM ET) AI and the Future of Digital Experiences\n \nCourse Description: \nAI is changing everything. \nIt’s changing how your members find information\, how they make decisions\, and what they expect from every digital interaction. \nIt’s also making possible the kinds of digital projects and experiences we’ve only been able to dream about for years: highly personalized journeys\, more intuitive interfaces\, and content that shifts based on behavior\, context\, and need in the moment. What used to feel aspirational is now within reach!\nIn this session\, look at how the rise of AI can and should change your digital strategy:\nHow does AI change your website? What’s possible today because of AI?\nHow does AI change your data and membership database strategy?\nHow can you take advantage of new capabilities to deliver member services in ways you simply couldn’t before?\nWhat should your digital experience look like when AI is part of every interaction?\nHow do you stay visible when members are asking AI instead of navigating to your site?\nCan AI help you better understand your data and analytics?\nAdopting AI isn’t just about plugging in new tools\, it’s about adapting your strategy to what’s possible now. Join us as we explore how AI can help transform your entire member experience. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Understand how AI is changing member behavior\, expectations\, and digital discovery\n-Explore new ways to deliver value using AI\, including personalization\, dynamic content\, and real-time experiences\n-Define practical next steps to evolve your digital strategy for an AI-driven experience \nSpeaker: Joanna Pineda\, CEO & Chief Troublemaker\, Matrix Group International \nCAE: Operations \nNASBA: Information Technology \n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/the-ai-advantage-driving-efficiency-innovation-and-growth-symposium/
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heinan Landa":MAILTO:hlanda@optimalnetworks.com
LOCATION:https://usteducation.org/event/the-ai-advantage-driving-efficiency-innovation-and-growth-symposium/
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SUMMARY:Making Volunteer Selection Objective - Building Thoughtful Criteria
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nVolunteers are an associations most engaged members. They regularly find the most value in their membership. Yet many associations obfuscate the process to becoming a volunteer\, either relying on who they know\, or creating a process that is difficult to navigate. This session will focus on how associations can better outline their process for volunteer selection to help engage more members\, providing more value to both members and the association. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand the value of creating volunteer selection criteria \nCreate potential evaluation criteria for volunteers \nDevelop criteria outlining both skills and competencies for volunteer roles. \nIdentify opportunities to remove subjective steps from their own selection process \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/making-volunteer-selection-objective-building-thoughtful-criteria-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/97734637107
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Hiring/Retention/HR
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justin Burniske%2C MBA":MAILTO:justin.burniske@meta-dao.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T130000
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SUMMARY:Woo That Works: Authentic Leadership in an Age of Artificial Everything
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \n“Woo That Works: Authentic Leadership in an Age of Artificial Everything” helps participants reconnect with the most human parts of leadership: presence\, self-awareness\, courage\, and connection.\n \nIn a world increasingly shaped by AI\, automation\, and performative professionalism\, authentic leadership is no longer a nice-to-have; it is a real differentiator. Through a practical blend of mindfulness\, emotional intelligence\, and the head-heart-gut framework\, participants will explore how to lead with more clarity\, empathy\, and courage without hiding behind corporate armor.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nExplore how mindfulness and self-awareness help leaders respond with greater clarity\, courage\, and humanity\, especially in moments of pressure.\n \nIdentify the difference between showing up professionally and hiding behind corporate armor that limits trust\, creativity\, and connection.\n \nApply a simple head\, heart\, and gut framework for communicating\, deciding\, and leading with more authenticity.\n \n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/woo-that-works-authentic-leadership-in-an-age-of-artificial-everything-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98476004222
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Robie":MAILTO:anne@darshanleadership.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T115600Z
CREATED:20260209T025822Z
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SUMMARY:Communication Killers: Why Smart C-Suite Leaders Lose Their Jobs—And How Not to Be Next
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nYou didn’t get to the top because you lack skills. But what takes down even the best association CEOs and C-suite leaders isn’t performance—it’s communication. Misread your board or misjudge your staff dynamics\, and your credibility can erode fast\, taking your reputation and role down with it. \nThis one-hour\, high-intensity webinar pulls back the curtain on the silent career derailers that sideline association executives. You’ll get a candid look at how subtle missteps in messaging\, tone\, or alignment can turn collaboration into confrontation\, and what you can do today to stop it. \nWalk away with a clearer sense of how your leadership voice is heard\, where it might be misfiring\, and how mastering this one skill may be the reason you keep your job… or start planning your next move. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDecode board and staff dynamics before they blow up your leadership credibility. \nAdapt your communication style to defuse conflict and build trust. \nSpot early warning signs that your leadership message isn’t landing—and fix it before it’s too late. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/communication-killers-why-smart-c-suite-leaders-lose-their-jobs-and-how-not-to-be-next-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94675406323
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Yep":MAILTO:richard.yep@vettedsolutions.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T130000
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SUMMARY:Future of Association Websites: 5 Trends That are Changing Digital Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nFor more than two decades\, association websites have served as the central hub for member engagement\, content\, events\, education\, and community. But artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how people discover information\, interact with organizations\, and navigate the web.\n\nAs AI-powered search engines\, digital assistants\, and intelligent agents become part of everyday life\, associations face a critical question: What role will your website play in an AI-first world?\n  \nWill your website remain the primary destination for members? How will AI assistants interact with your content? What happens when automated agents become a larger audience than human visitors? And how should associations prepare for a future that is arriving faster than many expected?\n  \nJoin Matrix Group CEO Joanna Pineda and Director of Marketing Leah Monica for a forward-looking discussion about the trends shaping the next generation of association websites. We’ll explore emerging technologies\, changing user expectations\, and the strategic decisions associations should be considering today to remain visible\, relevant\, and valuable tomorrow.\n  \nWhether you’re planning a website redesign\, refining your digital strategy\, or simply trying to understand where the web is headed\, this session will help you think differently about what comes next.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand how AI is changing search\, websites\, and the overall digital experience. \nIdentify what trends association leaders should be watching right now. \nDevelop a roadmap for thinking about the future of your website and digital strategy. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/future-of-association-websites-5-trends-that-are-changing-digital-engagement-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/96969231392
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement,Web Design
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