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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series: How to Build/Develop a Podcast to Foster Trust and Engagement Within a Professional Community - Part 4: Sustaining Success and Evolving With Your Audience
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nSuccess in podcasting isn’t just about launching—it’s about staying relevant and connected. In this session\, we’ll explore how to sustain momentum\, evolve your content\, and grow your podcast alongside your audience. You’ll learn practical strategies for staying inspired\, adapting your show to meet changing needs\, and turning your podcast into a long-term community asset. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nApply strategies to maintain content quality and consistency over time. \nUse audience feedback to improve and evolve podcast content. \nIdentify opportunities to extend podcast engagement beyond episodes. \nCreate a long-term plan that aligns with both personal goals and audience interests. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/webinar-series-how-to-build-develop-a-podcast-to-foster-trust-and-engagement-within-a-professional-community-part-4-sustaining-success-and-evolving-with-your-audience-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/92412045010
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Marketing,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Coffey-Bacon":MAILTO:kate@ustranscorp.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T142516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T111125Z
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SUMMARY:Survey Says! Vendor Relationships Healthy and Positive
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nBut why? Join this session as we dive into the results of the 2024 and 2025 Vendor Engagement Survey. We’ll explore the sentiments and predictions of association executives and event planners—what’s driving strong vendor partnerships\, how organizations are maintaining engagement and generating new sales\, and what offerings are making the biggest impact. \nWe’ll take an honest look at where sales are declining. While it’s important to celebrate what’s working\, it’s just as valuable to commiserate and learn from what isn’t. This survey is designed to do exactly that—providing clear guideposts on what’s working across the industry and where there’s room to improve. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze what’s working in vendor partnerships today \nEvaluate which strategies\, offerings\, and engagement tactics associations and event planners are using to drive strong relationships and new sales. \nIdentify emerging trends and areas of decline \nApply insights to current sentiments\, predictions\, and where vendor sales and engagement are decreasing—so you can adapt before small issues become bigger challenges. \nApply industry insights to improve your own partnerships \nWalk away with practical guideposts from the 2024 and 2025 survey data to strengthen engagement\, optimize offerings\, and make more informed partnership decisions. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/survey-says-vendor-relationships-healthy-and-positive-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/95021865404
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Non-Dues Revenue
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ORGANIZER;CN="Teri Carden":MAILTO:teri@insightguide.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260206T193135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T120321Z
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SUMMARY:Is the Data in the Room With Us? Channeling Association Data Into One Place
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAssociation teams collect valuable data across events\, membership\, marketing\, and finance\, yet that information often lives in separate systems and departments. When data is fragmented\, organizations struggle to demonstrate impact\, respond to leadership questions\, and make informed decisions. \nIn Is the Data in the Room with Us? Channeling Association Data into One Place\, participants will explore why data silos exist in associations and how bringing data together without replacing existing systems can improve clarity\, collaboration\, and insight. This practical\, non-technical session focuses on aligning people and processes first\, helping teams create a shared view of their data and turn disconnected information into actionable analytics. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify where data silos commonly exist within associations and understand how they limit reporting\, decision-making\, and efficiency. \nApply a practical framework for channeling data into one shared view\, focusing on alignment and process rather than replacing systems. \nImplement strategies to reduce manual work and duplicate effort by improving how data is collected\, shared\, and used across departments. \nApply connected data to answer leadership questions with confidence\, supporting clearer insights around events\, engagement\, and organizational impact. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/is-the-data-in-the-room-with-us-channeling-association-data-into-one-place-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94036804588
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Data Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gil Gonzalez":MAILTO:gil@evareg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T145505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T114012Z
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SUMMARY:Goldilocks and the Three Dynamics Community Events
DESCRIPTION:This event is eligible for CPE Credit only~ \n  \nCourse Description:  \nWe are presented with so many opportunities to engage in the Microsoft Dynamics Community; how does one choose where to go and how to maximize the experience? I have been attending and planning events for 20 years and I will share my thoughts on how you can gain the most out of these event opportunities regardless of what position you have: End-User\, ISV\, Partner\, Consultant\, Microsoft Employee\, etc. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand why community events can be too large. \nHow to take advantage of every opportunity at events: Local\, Regional\, and Global \nWhy personal and organization branding helps this effort \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/goldilocks-and-the-three-dynamics-community-events-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93668957289
CATEGORIES:Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Marketing,MICROSOFT DYNAMICS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bobby Small":MAILTO:bobby@dynamicsusergroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260212T061143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T152617Z
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SUMMARY:Principled Living:  How Ten Nonprofit Director Duties and Rules Make Practical Guidelines for Daily Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nNonprofit directors are routinely guided by rules and principles that offer practical value beyond the boardroom. In this session\, viewers will examine ten core nonprofit director duties and governance rules—including the duties of care\, loyalty\, and obedience\, and the business judgment rule—and apply the underlying decision-making frameworks they establish to personal conduct. Through applied examples and brief scenario analysis\, viewers will learn how these governance standards can improve personal accountability\, judgment\, and outcomes. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nLearn ten core nonprofit director duties and governance rules. \nApply the ten principles to everyday personal decision-making scenarios using practical\, real-world examples. \nAssess individual decisions and actions using professional framework to strengthen personal judgment\, accountability\, and risk awareness. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/principled-living-how-ten-nonprofit-director-duties-and-rules-make-practical-guidelines-for-daily-decision-making-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/95228729099
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Franco":MAILTO:mark.franco@rimonlaw.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251212T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T115405Z
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SUMMARY:Strategy: Crafting the Right Strategy Based on Purpose and Core Values
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nStrategy is about strong topline revenue growth. \nCan you state your firm’s strategy simply – and is it driving sustainable growth in revenue and gross margin? \nStrategies are developed from the Core Purpose\, Core Values and Core Competencies and integrated into your Brand Promise and planned around three- and one-year objectives. All stakeholders (governance\, leadership\, employees\, customers\, suppliers and community at large) need to be aligned with where you intend to grow and how you plan to get there. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nExplain how to anchor strategy in purpose and core values. \nDifferentiate between a growth story and true strategic growth. \nTranslate strategy into a clear\, memorable statement. \nAlign stakeholders around the organization’s strategic direction. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/strategy-crafting-the-right-strategy-based-on-purpose-and-core-values-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98923052603
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Growth/Sales,Growth/Sales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jane-Scott Cantus":MAILTO:jane-scott.cantus@ilexleaders.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260209T190247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T180559Z
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SUMMARY:Membership & Marketing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Only Event \nMembership & Marketing Symposium \nDate: Thursday\, March 5th\, 2026 \nTime: 9:30 – 3:00 PM \nThis Symposium is a unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders and subject-matter experts who will guide us through the intricate and fascinating world of personal and professional development. 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 Speaker: (9:30 – 9:50) \nErica Salm Rench\, CMO\, Sidecar \n\nSession 1: (10:00-11:00 PM ET) Digital Marketing Analytics Starter Pack: Measuring What Matters for Membership Growth \nCourse Description:  \nAssociations must go beyond vanity metrics to understand how digital marketing efforts truly impact membership goals. This session introduces a practical “starter pack” of analytics tools and strategies—spanning email\, social media\, web\, and paid ads—that help organizations measure what matters. \nUsing real-world examples and actionable insights\, attendees will learn how to align digital tactics with strategic membership outcomes\, such as acquisition\, retention\, and engagement. We’ll explore how to use UTM codes and GA4 to track campaign performance\, build meaningful reports\, and answer leadership’s most pressing questions: Is our marketing working? Are we reaching the right people? Are we driving member value? \nWhether you’re just starting out or refining your analytics approach\, this session will help you build a data-informed strategy that strengthens member relationships and demonstrates impact. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n– Identify key digital marketing metrics across email\, social media\, web\, and paid ads that signal progress toward membership goals.\n– Apply UTM codes and GA4 reporting to track campaign effectiveness and user engagement across channels.\n– Translate analytics into strategic insights that answer leadership questions and guide membership-focused decision-making.\n– Benchmark performance using internal and external data to refine content and outreach strategies.\n– Build a starter analytics toolkit that supports ongoing evaluation\, optimization\, and storytelling around member impact.\n\nSpeaker: Julie McDowell\, Director\, Strategic Communications & Digital Content at College of American Pathologists \nCAE: Marketing & Communications \nNASBA: Communications & Marketing \n\nSession 2: (11:15-12:15 PM ET) Using AI to Power Smarter Membership and Marketing Strategies \nCourse Description: \nAI is already reshaping how associations do the work they’ve always cared about: connecting people and industries\, telling stories\, and driving meaningful engagement. And it’s helping them do it in record time! While that speed opens up real opportunity\, it also forces new strategic choices. \nIn this session\, we’ll cover both the AI tools associations should be paying attention to and how to use them in day-to-day membership and marketing work AND how your overall strategy needs to change because of them. For example: How do you take advantage of working at scale while still maintaining your authenticity\, credibility\, and trust? How does your content strategy need to shift so your organization shows up as a source when AI is answering questions for your members? When does AI help create better\, more responsive experiences\, and when is a human touch still essential? You’ll leave understanding not just how to use AI\, but how to rethink your membership and marketing strategies in response to it. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n– Understand how AI is changing membership and marketing strategy\, not just speeding up the work\n– Identify which AI tools are worth paying attention to and how associations are using them\n– Identify where strategy needs to shift in response to AI\n\nSpeaker: Joanna Pineda\, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International \nCAE: Marketing & Communications \nNASBA: Communications & Marketing \n\nSession 3: (12:45-1:45 PM ET) Members Aren’t Responding—Now What? \nCourse Description:  \nWhen your best marketing efforts fall flat\, what’s really going on? This session helps you dig beneath the surface to discover why members tune out—and how to turn it around. Through interactive exercises\, case studies\, and honest conversation\, learn how to spot whether the issue is segmentation\, messaging\, or product fit. Work with peers to rethink your approach\, uncover fresh strategies for connecting with your audience\, and leave with clear steps to boost member engagement and deliver genuine value for your association. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n– Diagnose the real reasons behind poor member engagement using segmentation\, messaging\, and product-fit frameworks.​\n– Evaluate member data and campaign performance to identify what’s working—and what’s not—in your marketing strategy.​\n– Differentiate between symptoms of marketing problems (like low open rates) and underlying product or value gaps within the association.​\n– Redesign core marketing messages to align with meaningful member needs and motivations\, avoiding one-size-fits-all communication.​\n– Collaborate with peers to create actionable solutions and engagement strategies that can be applied immediately within your organization.​\n– Implement a feedback and measurement loop to continuously improve marketing\, segmentation\, and product relevance over time.\n\nSpeaker: Laura Sparks\, Director of Marketing and Communications at American Society of Appraisers \nCAE: Marketing & Communications \nNASBA: Communications & Marketing \n\nSession 4: (2:00-3:00 PM ET) From Reactive to Strategic: Building a High-Impact Marketing Function in Today’s Associations \nCourse Description: \nAssociation marketing teams are under extraordinary pressure—expected to drive membership growth\, improve retention\, support programs\, and prove ROI\, all while navigating shifting member expectations and limited resources. Too often\, teams are stuck in reactive mode: juggling last-minute requests\, unclear priorities\, and a lack of measurable goals. \nThis session reframes marketing as a strategic\, results-driving function—one that partners with leadership\, makes data-informed decisions\, and works from a clear quarterly plan. Grounded in real-world association examples\, this interactive session will help attendees diagnose common dysfunctions\, reset expectations with leadership\, and build the operational foundation required for sustainable growth. Participants will leave with practical frameworks they can immediately use with their teams and executives. \nLearning Objectives: \n\n– Identify and assess common failure points in association marketing teams\, including misaligned priorities\, lack of strategic clarity\, and unclear performance expectations.\n– Apply a practical quarterly planning framework that helps teams stay focused\, measure what matters\, and communicate results to leadership more effectively.\n– Implement strategies to shift the internal perception of marketing—from order-taking to strategic partner—through better goals\, reporting\, and cross-team collaboration.\n\nSpeaker: Brianne Wheeler\, CEO/Owner at Levitate Marketing \nCAE: Marketing & Communications \nNASBA: Communications & Marketing
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/membership-marketing-symposium/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/92963828596
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:20260310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260206T194648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T081359Z
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SUMMARY:Strategy: A Year-Round Process 
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nYes\, our organizations should have a framework they use to unify purpose and align resource investments to mission. Yes\, when strategy is just an exercise in creating an artifact that is refreshed every 3-5 years\, is an organization truly strategic? This session will touch on how the strategic framework is a nexus to year-round strategy and then review a half dozen approaches that associations use to ensure they are building the strategic capacity and fluency of staff and leadership every day.  \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nReview how a strategic framework can\, when properly structured\, serve as an organizational nexus and north star \nExamine approaches to incorporating strategic practices into regular organizational function \nEvaluate the volunteer and staff frameworks needed to elevate the strategy potential of an organization \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/strategy-a-year-round-process-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94799623326
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell Aplebaum%2C EdD%2C FASAE%2C CAE%2C CPF":MAILTO:lowell@vistacova.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260223T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T113944Z
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SUMMARY:More Than “Meh”: How Web Governance Turns Website Management Into a Strategic Win
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nRestaurants have Executive Chefs. Ships have Captains. Newspapers have Managing Editors.  \nSo\, who guides your web presence? Do you have a strategic leader setting the vision and keeping things on track? Or is web content done ad-hoc with a “just in time” mentality? \nJoin us as we explore how to transform your website into a strategic asset\, rather than a catch-all repository\, and how the shift from reactive management to a strategic web management delivers measurable value for members and stakeholders. \nWalk away with actionable tools\, including a RACI Matrix\, practical governance frameworks\, and standards and policies that achieve buy-in from your team so everyone is heading in the same direction. So you can implement a web governance framework empowers leadership\, aligns competing priorities\, advances your mission\, and increases member engagement. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDevelop a strategic plan to manage your association’s website\, ensuring it delivers member value and maximizes the organization’s investment. \nImplement web governance principles to establish a framework that supports your website’s long-term success and aligns with your association’s strategic goals. \nDesign and execute a sustainable approach to content creation and website operations that fosters team confidence\, reduces stress\, and keeps staff focused on delivering value. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/more-than-meh-how-web-governance-turns-website-management-into-a-strategic-win-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/99266671946
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Web Design
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ray van Hilst%2C CAE":MAILTO:ray@yokoco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260227T185911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T095634Z
UID:10000882-1773320400-1773324000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:From Content to Intelligence: How Associations Can Turn Member Voices into Actionable Insight
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAssociations are rich with member stories — from conferences\, advocacy efforts\, volunteer leadership\, and professional practice — but most of that insight never makes it beyond isolated videos or anecdotal feedback. In this session\, we’ll explore how associations can systematically capture member voices and use AI to transform those stories into usable intelligence. Learn how to scale story collection without adding staff burden\, extract themes and insights efficiently\, and turn authentic member voices into strategic assets that inform marketing\, education\, advocacy\, and leadership decision-making. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify scalable methods for capturing authentic member stories across events\, programs\, and advocacy initiatives without overloading staff.\n \nUnderstand how AI tools can extract themes\, insights\, and usable data from large volumes of video content to support strategy and reporting.\n \nDevelop a framework for activating member-generated content across marketing\, education\, advocacy\, and governance to increase engagement and organizational impact.\n \n \n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE! \n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/from-content-to-intelligence-how-associations-can-turn-member-voices-into-actionable-insight-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98778551667
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Hoffman":MAILTO:michael@gathervoices.co
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260227T163806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T182317Z
UID:10000881-1773752400-1773756000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:A Check-in on the Current Political Landscape’s Impact on Associations
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nWe are now well into the current political landscape\, where executive orders and legislation continue to drastically affect the landscape that associations operate in. While some early concerns have been erased\, others have turned into real operational shifts. In this second\, off-the-record check-in\, Matrix Group CEO Joanna Pineda will facilitate a candid discussion with association executives across industries. Panelists will share what they are seeing as executive orders and legislation impact funding\, membership\, events\, and even the WHY of organizations. \nThey’ll discuss: \nThe ongoing impact of executive orders \nThe impact of funding legislation on their operations and the agencies they work with \nThe impact of recent policy shifts on membership and event registrations \nThe broader impact on specific industries and professions \nHow members are responding as policies take hold \nWhere associations are finding clarity\, and where they are still navigating gray areas \nWhen they are choosing to engage publicly\, and when are they opting for a quieter approach \nHow they are adjusting their advocacy to achieve wins for their sectors \nShort-term adjustments vs. long-term shifts \nCome join to hear directly from association leaders AND add your voice! We’ll kick this session off with remarks from the panel and then open up the discussion to the audience. This session will NOT be recorded and AI notetakers will not be admitted to allow for an open conversation. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze how association leaders are assessing the impact of the current policy environment \nIdentify strategies peers are using to respond as policy changes move from announcement to reality.   \nApply new perspectives and questions to bring back to your leadership team and Board
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/a-check-in-on-the-current-political-landscapes-impact-on-associations-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/97494492284
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260209T022951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T132606Z
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SUMMARY:Why Cookie Compliance Is No Longer “Just a European Issue”
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nCookie compliance is often still treated by US organizations as a European concern\, but that mindset no longer reflects how digital audiences\, privacy expectations\, and regulation operate today. This webinar explores why cookie compliance matters for US association websites — particularly those serving multi-state or international audiences — and where many current consent implementations fall down. We’ll share practical examples of common issues\, outline modern best practice\, and discuss how to improve consent in a way that builds user trust and reduces unnecessary risk\, without adding complexity. Designed for digital\, marketing\, and governance teams\, the session helps clarify where your current approach may be exposing you and what’s worth prioritizing next. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nExplain why cookie compliance is now a relevant issue for US association websites — not just European ones \nIdentify common cookie consent mistakes we see across US-based organizations\, and why they fall short of current standards \nDescribe what “good” cookie consent looks like today in terms of user expectations and risk reduction \nApply best practices for cookie consent that meet user expectations and reduce organizational risk \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/why-cookie-compliance-is-no-longer-just-a-european-issue-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/99138035983
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Cybersecurity,Web Design
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rob Kaighn":MAILTO:rob.kaighn@cantarus.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260310T184131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T112602Z
UID:10000885-1774436400-1774440000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Accessibility Isn’t Compliance — It’s a Revenue Engine: How Frictionless Digital Experiences Drive ROI\, SEO\, and Generational Growth
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nMost organizations treat digital accessibility as a compliance requirement. The smart ones treat it as a growth strategy. In this conversation\, we explore how frictionless digital experiences increase engagement\, improve SEO and generative AI visibility\, attract younger members\, and extend the lifetime value of Baby Boomers — turning accessibility into measurable ROI.\n \nLearning Objectives:\nReframe digital accessibility as a revenue and growth strategy—not just compliance \n  \nExplain the curb cut effect and how inclusive design benefits all users \n  \n\nIdentify how reducing digital friction increases engagement\, conversions\, and ROI \n  \nConnect accessibility improvements to stronger SEO and generative AI visibility \n  \nRecognize how accessibility attracts younger audiences while extending the lifetime value of Baby Boomers \n  \nOutline practical first steps for audits\, remediation\, and continuous digital improvement \n  \n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/accessibility-isnt-compliance-its-a-revenue-engine-how-frictionless-digital-experiences-drive-roi-seo-and-generational-growth-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94954872408
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement,Web Design
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Wallach%2C MBA":MAILTO:mark@engagementmobile.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251212T163718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T103646Z
UID:10000842-1774522800-1774526400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Cash: It's All About the King
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nBeyond just learning about the three critical financial statements\, this session will discuss how the balance sheet\, income statement and statement of cash flows are used to manage and resource growth. \nDo you have consistent sources of cash\, ideally generated internally\, to fuel the growth of your business? \nCash decisions are about oxygen\, having sufficient – even abundant – cash so that you have options and can make wise decisions. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nApply financial statements as strategic tools to support business growth. \nAnalyze the true drivers of cash generation. \nDevelop plans to ensure cash abundance\, not just sufficiency. \nImplement strategies to improve cash conversion and liquidity. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/cash-its-all-about-the-king-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93731201099
CATEGORIES:Accounting,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Finance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jane-Scott Cantus":MAILTO:jane-scott.cantus@ilexleaders.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260213T172700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T103708Z
UID:10000875-1774530000-1774533600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Operating Reserves as a Key Indicator of Financial Health
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAn adequate operating reserve is one of the most critical indicators of a nonprofit organization’s financial health\, resilience\, and sustainability. This session provides a practical\, in-depth guide to understanding\, establishing\, and managing an effective operating reserve policy. Participants will learn how to determine the appropriate reserve target based on their organization’s unique risk profile and operational needs. We will cover the mechanics of calculating the reserve\, best practices for policy documentation\, and effective strategies for communicating the purpose and status of the reserve to the board\, staff\, and external stakeholders. Ultimately\, this course will equip leaders with the tools to leverage their operating reserve as a strategic financial asset\, ensuring the organization can navigate unforeseen challenges and maintain continuous service delivery. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDefine what an operating reserve is. \nExplain why an operating reserve is considered a key metric for assessing a nonprofit’s financial strength and long-term sustainability. \nOutline the essential components of a formal\, board-approved operating reserve policy\, including funding\, use\, and replenishment guidelines. \nDescribe strategies for clearly communicating the operating reserve policy and its financial status to the board of directors and other internal and external audiences. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/operating-reserves-as-a-key-indicator-of-financial-health-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94212073692
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Budgeting,Finance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MichaelPaul26.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T143918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T100923Z
UID:10000855-1774954800-1774958400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Same Values\, New Design: Why Association Events Don’t Need to Look the Way They Always Have
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAssociations are built on enduring values: advancing knowledge\, serving members\, fostering community\, and creating meaningful impact. Those values haven’t changed\, but the way we design events around them can. \nIn this highly interactive online session\, participants will explore how association events can evolve beyond familiar formats without losing their purpose or credibility. Using a live\, audience-driven “design wheel” format\, the session will surface practical ideas for rethinking agendas\, engagement\, technology\, sponsorship\, and human connection\, all while staying true to an association’s mission. \nRather than presenting a list of trends\, this session invites participants to experience a different way of designing events in real time\, demonstrating how small\, intentional design choices can lead to more engaging\, inclusive\, and relevant meetings. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDistinguish between core association values and inherited event formats\, identifying where tradition supports the mission and where it may limit engagement. \nApply at least three alternative event design approaches that enhance participation\, connection\, and relevance without compromising professionalism or purpose. \nEvaluate common event design choices (agenda structure\, room setup\, technology use\, sponsorship integration) through a values-first lens. \nBuild confidence in experimenting with new formats\, using small\, low-risk design shifts rather than large-scale overhauls. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/same-values-new-design-why-association-events-dont-need-to-look-the-way-they-always-have-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/96663774432
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ksenija Polla":MAILTO:kpolla@talley.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251212T164143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T101233Z
UID:10000843-1774962000-1774965600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:People: Working in Perfect Harmony & Being Accountable
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nPeople decisions are designed to create a healthy culture of learning and accountability. \nAre all stakeholders productive and engaged\, and would you “rehire” all of them? \nPeople decisions when scaling up involve strategically managing your workforce to support business growth\, focusing on hiring/firing\, retention\, development\, and culture. It is about making sure you have the right people in the right roles doing the right things right\, fostering a high-performance culture\, and aligning workforce with your overall strategic goals. This is about your Core Values and the behaviors that bring them to life. Straight-forward but far from simple. You are dealing with humans\, after all. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nBuild a culture rooted in Core Values and demonstrated behaviors. \nAssess whether the organization has the right people in the right roles. \nPlan for intentional talent scaling as the business grows. \nDesign people systems that drive high performance. \nAlign workforce and culture with strategic priorities. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/people-working-in-perfect-harmony-being-accountable-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/92760373685
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Hiring/Retention/HR
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jane-Scott Cantus":MAILTO:jane-scott.cantus@ilexleaders.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260209T024411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T095113Z
UID:10000870-1775041200-1775044800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:AI Licensing: Free-For-All or Pay-To-Play?
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nJoin us for a ‘point-counterpoint’ style session about free and paid AI licensing. We will share our views on the positives\, negatives\, considerations\, and impacts of the different options in AI licensing. We will be curious and debate our positions. Our format will create a stimulating environment for lively discussion\, intellectual exchange\, peer learning\, and friendly banter.\nSome questions we will consider: How applicable is the euphemism: “If the license is free\, you are the commodity”? Is a freemium license the most expeditious way to bring the most staff up to speed? How can organizations encourage ‘informed experimentation’ with AI tools? Is my organization’s data at risk? Does my AI tool use my data and prompts to train its model? \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze and evaluate the variables in the decision to use free and/or fee AI licenses. \nIdentify recommended guardrails if/when giving staff permission to use free AI licenses. \nEvaluate inputs to measure ROI if/when giving staff paid AI licenses. \nDiscern key elements of Terms and Conditions in AI license models. \nFacilitate a discussion at your organization when considering free and paid AI licenses. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/ai-licensing-free-for-all-or-pay-to-play-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93622931656
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Workplace
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Moen%2C CAE":MAILTO:rmoen@delcor.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251212T163331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T163706Z
UID:10000841-1775566800-1775570400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Execution: You Can't Scale Chaos
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nWithout critical processes that scale with the business\, growth fades\, effectiveness erodes\, and profits dwindle. \nAre all your processes running without drama and driving industry-leading profitability? \nExecution is about converting revenue efficiently into profit through processes\, priorities\, leveraging data and effective communication. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDevelop strategies to grow effectively and efficiently with discipline and intention. \nDesign processes that scale as the business grows. \nIdentify execution gaps that erode effectiveness and profit margins. \nApply communication techniques as a tool to enhance execution.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/strategy-crafting-the-right-strategy-based-on-purpose-and-core-values-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit-2/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93763454089
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Growth/Sales,Growth/Sales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jane-Scott Cantus":MAILTO:jane-scott.cantus@ilexleaders.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260213T171933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T183420Z
UID:10000874-1776250800-1776254400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Building an Ai-Enabled Education Program: Practical Strategies for Associations
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nArtificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how education programs are designed\, delivered\, and scaled. For associations and mission-driven organizations\, the question is no longer whether to explore AI\, but how to do so thoughtfully and strategically. \nThis practical webinar provides a clear\, non-technical look at how AI can support content creation\, curation\, learner engagement\, and program operations. Using a real-world association case example\, participants will explore lessons learned\, governance considerations\, and strategies for balancing innovation with risk management. \nAttendees will leave with actionable ideas\, a simple framework for AI adoption\, and concrete steps they can begin implementing right away. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify practical applications of AI across the education lifecycle\, from content creation to delivery and operations. \nExplain why AI is becoming strategically important for associations facing competitive and resource pressures. \nRecognize key governance and risk considerations when implementing AI in education programs. \nApply a simple roadmap for AI adoption\, including how to start with low-risk pilots. \nOutline immediate next steps to explore AI responsibly within their organization. \n  \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/building-an-ai-enabled-education-program-practical-strategies-for-associations-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/92126251031
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Workplace
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toni Kervina":MAILTO:tkervina@asnt.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251218T183158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T194538Z
UID:10000850-1776942000-1776945600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Certifications: Core Principles of Professional and Corporate Recognition Programs
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nUnlock the untapped potential within your association. While many organizations prioritize traditional membership benefits\, recognition programs offer a powerful tool that simultaneously drives revenue\, enhances member engagement\, and fosters long-term industry impact. This course outlines the common best practices used across recognition programs and provides association leaders with a framework for understanding program structure and hierarchy. You’ll gain practical knowledge in developing\, implementing\, and maintaining certificate\, certification\, and company recognition programs. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify key principles for developing and implementing effective recognition programs \nAlign recognition initiatives with the association’s mission and strategic goals \nApply best practices for marketing recognition programs to members and stakeholders \nBuild and nurture relationships with partner organizations to enhance program value \nUnderstand financial implications and expectations for program sustainability \nAnalyze case studies to identify successful recognition strategies and common pitfalls
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/beyond-certifications-core-principles-of-professional-and-corporate-recognition-programs-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98660477341
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Growth/Sales
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeffrey Greenwald":MAILTO:jgreenwald@operativegreenwald.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T152002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T153118Z
UID:10000859-1776949200-1776952800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:What's New in BC 2026 Wave 1
DESCRIPTION:This event is eligible for CPE Credit only~ \n  \nCourse Description:  \nHere is an opportunity to learn what’s new in BC. \nBusiness Central has two major updates each year. Today you will get the highlights of what’s new in the latest release. This will cover multiple areas of BC. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze what is new in BC \nEvaluate the update rollouts \nUnderstand how to manage your update schedule
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/whats-new-in-bc-2026-wave-1/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/94761713917
CATEGORIES:Association IT,Data Management,MICROSOFT DYNAMICS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Good":MAILTO:agood@libertygrove.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260227T203131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T203131Z
UID:10000884-1777460400-1777464000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Brand Strategy That Works: How Organizations Can Evolve Without Losing Their Identity
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAs organizations grow\, they may struggle to evolve their brand without losing clarity\, trust\, or alignment with their mission. This session explores how organizations can modernize their brand strategy in a thoughtful\, strategic way—ensuring relevance while preserving organizational identity.\n \nParticipants will learn what brand strategy really means beyond logos and visual identity\, and how to create a practical framework that supports consistency across touchpoints. Through real-world examples and applied guidance\, this session will help attendees connect brand clarity to stronger member engagement and long-term sustainability.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDefine the core components of an effective brand strategy.\n \nEvaluate their organization’s current brand for clarity\, consistency\, and relevance.\n \nApply practical brand guidelines to communicate consistently.\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/brand-strategy-that-works-how-organizations-can-evolve-without-losing-their-identity-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98439233828
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lidia Varesco Racoma":MAILTO:lidia@lsvdesign.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T150653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T170131Z
UID:10000857-1777986000-1777989600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Turn Your Association Into a Growth Platform for an Entire Profession
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAssociation executives must rethink what business they are really in at a time when LinkedIn\, AI\, peer networks\, and on-demand platforms like YouTube have become their members’ default teachers. This session makes the case that associations no longer compete on content or events\, they compete on their ability to cultivate real-world capability\, professional judgment\, and trusted communities of practice. Participants will explore how learning is already happening in the flow of work\, why traditional program models are losing gravity\, and how forward-looking associations are redesigning themselves as living learning ecosystems that drive relevance\, loyalty\, and long-term impact. Executives will leave with a clear framework for identifying their association’s most critical practice gaps and a concrete experiment they can launch to begin shifting from episodic programming to continuous professional growth. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDiagnose the real competitive threat to your association \nDistinguish between a “program provider” and a “learning ecosystem” \nReframe member engagement as a learning-in-the-flow-of-work problem \nEnvision a next-generation role for your association
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/turn-your-association-into-a-growth-platform-for-an-entire-profession-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93284644334
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chris26.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Huizenga":MAILTO:chris@deskightlearning.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260213T175022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T183401Z
UID:10000879-1778151600-1778155200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in a Nutshell: A High-Level Guide for Executives
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nWhen you’re running an association\, you don’t have time to get into the weeds of how every cyberattack works or why one detection tool is better than another.\n \nAll you need to know is what you’re susceptible to and how to know you’re as protected as you should be. Our session will cover:\n \n* Your biggest threat: AI-powered financial fraud\n* Outdated defenses: multi-factor authentication\n* Signs you’re protected: pessimistic permissions\n* Action items to delegate: 5-point framework\n \nWe’ll keep it high-level\, plain-English\, and practical.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify AI-powered financial fraud as the primary cybersecurity threat facing associations.\n \nEvaluate current security measures\, including the limitations of multi-factor authentication.\n \nApply pessimistic permissions principles to assess organizational protection levels.\n \nImplement a 5-point cybersecurity framework through appropriate delegation to staff.\n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/cybersecurity-in-a-nutshell-a-high-level-guide-for-executives-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/91992885484
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Cybersecurity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heinan Landa":MAILTO:hlanda@optimalnetworks.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260213T173340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T152411Z
UID:10000876-1779368400-1779372000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:CFO Financial Communications and Interactions With Boards
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nThe relationship between a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a nonprofit’s Board of Directors is critical to the organization’s success\, stability\, and mission achievement. This session is designed to equip CFOs and senior finance leaders with the essential communication skills and strategic insights needed to effectively partner with\, educate\, and influence the board. We will explore how to move beyond basic reporting to deliver financial information that is strategic\, clear\, and action-oriented\, helping board members fulfill their fiduciary duties. Topics will include translating complex financial statements into key organizational narratives\, managing the budget process with board oversight\, communicating about risk and reserves\, and handling challenging questions from diverse board member backgrounds \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAdapt financial reports and presentations to meet the distinct information needs of different board committees (e.g.\, Finance\, Audit\, Investment).\n \nTranslate complex financial data into clear\, concise\, and compelling narratives that directly connect financial performance to the organization’s mission and strategic goals.\n \nFacilitate productive board discussions on the annual budget\, presenting it not just as a spending plan\, but as a roadmap for executing strategy.\n \nEmploy best practices for anticipating and responding to challenging or technical financial questions from board members with non-financial backgrounds.\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/cfo-financial-communications-and-interactions-with-boards-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/91665921432
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Budgeting,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Finance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://usteducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MichaelPaul26.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260330T131912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T165627Z
UID:10000887-1779879600-1779883200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Mastering Memory for Professional Success & Peak Performance
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nIn this fun & interactive program\, U.S. Memory Champion\, Chester Santos – “The International Man of Memory” will help you to develop life changing memory skills that you can immediately apply to better retaining and recalling valuable information from conference sessions\, training classes\, and other professional development activities. You’ll also learn how to become a master at remembering names to get more out of the wonderful experience of networking at business events. In addition\, you’ll find out how to leverage how human memory works to make your company’s messaging and event programming more memorable. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nMaster the fundamental principles for developing powerful memory skills to enhance productivity & increase ROI from training and development efforts \nLearn to better remember names to get more out of networking at conferences/meetings and improve professional & personal relationships \nBecome a more effective and persuasive speaker by learning to give presentations without notes \nLearn why neuroscientists insist that broadening your “knowledge base” is the key to creativity and innovation \nLeverage how human memory works to make your company’s messaging and event programming more “memorable” \n  \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/mastering-memory-for-professional-success-peak-performance-2-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit-2/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/91832911266
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chester Santos":MAILTO:chester@chestersantos.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20251121T174554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T164020Z
UID:10000835-1780491600-1780495200@usteducation.org
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.
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:20260610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260116T160540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155827Z
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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
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145346
CREATED:20260209T025822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T160028Z
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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.
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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