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March 2014
grantsExtend Your Budget for Professional Development
Foundation Grants extend your budget for professional development!
 
All FSAE members are eligible to apply for grants to use towards getting your CAE or CMP certification or to attend the FSAE Annual Conference! These grants not only help you with your professional development, but are an excellent way to bring more of your staff to Annual Conference. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2014.

The investments from the Foundation's Corporate Partners, Auction donors and patrons and from our members fund these generous grant opportunities. Thank you to the Hyatt Hotels of Florida for your 30 years of support of the FSAE Foundation and to Marriott International Hotels & Resorts of Florida for your continued support!

Learn More or Apply Today! »

           

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The FSAE Foundation Auction is now accepting donations! 
Help the Foundation fund our professional development grants and education by donating items and participating in the online auction 
May 30 - June 6 and the silent auction onsite at the 2014 Annual Conference! 
 

legalEmployment Law & Legal Tips
There are five hot topics association employers should keep in mind in 2014: pending state and federal legislation that further expand the types of lawsuits employees may bring; minimum wage laws; the proper classification of employees; retaliation or whistleblower lawsuits;  and an evaluation of the need for employment liability insurance.  
 
And don't miss the latest Employment Law Alert that highlights pending legislation and recent court rulings that impact employers.
 

**new on fsae.org:**
Legal Tips  and Tech Tips previously published in Source Magazine and conveniently archived for FSAE Members! Check it out! 

eventsUpcoming Events
Meet FSAE's New CEO, Frank Rudd, at the Luncheon!
Central FL Meet & Greet Luncheon: Creating a Strategy for Employee Engagement, Empowerment and Workplace Enrichment 
March 20, 2014 - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
 
Speaker: Tim Richardson

Employee motivation, retention, and productivity are all improved when leaders provide a framework for employees to excel in their work. Now, more than ever, it is important for organizations to create a positive work environment that focuses on employee fulfillment. When employees lead fulfilling lives, their contributions to the organization are increased affecting sales, service, and nearly every aspect of an organization's success. Tim Richardson will equip leaders with strategies that will energize their employees to create more richness in their work, increasing profitability for all.
 

  

  
April 15, 2014 - 11:45 am - 1:30 pm
Topic: Affordable Care Act Discussion
Location: Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
The Executive Series Luncheon is FREE to all Association Executives and staff members. This event is exclusively for FSAE Association Executive members. 

What is the Executive Series Luncheon? 
We are very excited to be able to, for the first time, offer this type of educational luncheon to our Association Executive members in the Central Florida region.  Executive Series Luncheon speakers shed light on issues regarding Florida government such as finance, legislation, regulatory, economic situations, etc.  All FSAE executive members are invited to attend and the luncheons are free.

  

  

 

South FL Meet & Greet: Lead Forward - Focus on What Matters NOW! 
May 9, 2014 - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
 
Speaker: Joanne Smikle 
 
It's time to leave clichés and excuses for mediocre performance behind! Turbulence, change and economic ups and downs are nothing new for association leadership. Your responsibility is to lead forward! 

Savvy leaders know that opportunities exist in the midst of turbulence and scarcity. Hear ideas you can immediately implement to maximize available resources, capitalize on collaboration with members and staff, and play to your strengths. This high energy presentation provides tools you can use to problem solve more effectively and replicate winning strategies for sustainable success in your association. 
 
 
 
Executive Series Luncheon: 
Looking at the Political Landscape
May 14, 2014 - 11:45 am - 1:30 pm                       

Location: Hotel Duval, Tallahassee
Sponsored by: South Seas Island Resort, Captiva Island

 

Veteran political strategist Marian Johnson will present information on demographic changes and voter demographic changes.  She will share voter concerns, what voters are saying and Florida's Right Track/Wrong Direction numbers following up with the 2014 election ballot. 

  
conferenceFSAE 2014 Annual Conference
What's in store for the 2014 Annual Conference?
  • New Revamped Schedule!
  • Educational tracks focusing on Tools, Growth & Innovation
  • Hands-on learning and interactive sessions!
  • Exceptional networking
Your Conference Invitation from our Chairs
  Click here to learn more!
 
Thanks to Our Sponsors:
 
 
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.: FSAE Calendar of Events :.

March 20 - Central FL Meet & Greet
Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel & Convention Center, Orlando

April 15 - Central FL Executive Series Luncheon
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld, Orlando
Sponsored by National General Benefit Solutions and BB&T Insurance Services 

May 9 - South FL Meet & Greet
Doubletree by Hilton, Palm Beach Gardens

May 14 - Executive Series Luncheon
Hotel Duval, Tallahassee
Sponsored by South Seas Island Resort

May 30 - June 6

FSAE 2014 Annual Conference
July 9 - 11
Hilton Orlando

September 26-28 - CEO Retreat
South Seas Island Resort, Captiva Island

November 6 - Central FL Meet & Greet
The Shores Resort & Spa, Daytona Beach 

November 6-7 - FSAE & Foundation Board Meetings
The Shores Resort & Spa, Daytona Beach 

QASGet Easy, Affordable Staff & Leadership Training with QAS Online Education
QAS now qualifies for 13 CAE Credit hours and  13 CMP Credit hours 
through the CIC! Learn More
 
Watch this video to learn more! 
FSAEs Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) Certificate Program is a brand new, affordable educational program for professionals in the association industry. 
 
Who should participate?
  • New Hires
  • Young Professionals
  • Incoming Leadership and New Volunteers
  • Anyone wanting to enhance their career  

Learn More about our QAS Program!

www.AssociationSpecialist.org

  

Executive Members

Mia Cary, NAVC (North American Veterinary Community)

Steve Casey, FL Sheriffs Assn

Stephanie Coughlin, Leadership Florida

Debbie Hall, FL Engineering Society

Amy Holmes, CAE, Amy Holmes Communications

Amanda Hudson, FL Engineering Society

Kurt Kelly, FL Coalition for Children

Cathi Lundgren, CAE, HPN Global - A Global Meeting Services Company

Ellen Piekalkiewicz, United Partners for Human Services

Patricia Schneider, CMP, FL Venture Forum

Jane Anne Sutphin, Georgia Society of Assn Executives

Michael Volling, International Municipal Signal Association

Dave Wenhold, CAE, PLC, Kautter Wenhold Management Group

Susan Woodard, NAVC (North American Veterinary Community)

  

Associate Members:

Michelle Bailey, First Commerce Credit Union 

Leslie Bloznalis, Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Chris Capozzi, Plaza Resort & Spa

Kris Cloonan, Embassy Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista

Ben Comer, Gather Digital

Keith Dean, CPA, Association CFO

Kathleen Gardner, Naylor, LLC

John Grenon, Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six

Janette Hartenstine, DoubleTree at Entrance to Universal Orlando

Stephanie Hunicke, Seminole County CVB

Cheryl James, Hilton Luxury Brands

Jason Johnson, HelmsBriscoe

Matthew Kido, Hilton Clearwater Beach

Rosanna Lampaya, Hilton Orlando

Lori Lombardi Ryan, CMP, Orlando Conference Management Group, Inc

Heather McCully, Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

Karen Niederdorfer, Salamander Hotels & Resorts

Kenthis Philyor, Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown

Dawn Pollock, CAE, D. Pollock Association Solutions

Bob Renka, Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Orlando Universal

Christy Saunders, Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort

Nancy Snyder, Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

Alan Sommerman, Cuba Libre Orlando

Tim Spolar, Disney Destinations

Treena Winkler, Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Located in the Walt Disney Resort

sueA Note from Sue
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FSAE RESOURCE Membership Directory Deadline is Approaching! 

 

The Association RESOURCE is closing April 15th! Are you in it yet? Do not miss this once a year opportunity to stay in front of the decision makers who spend over 2 billion dollars a year on meeting related activities and services.


RESOURCE is designed to be used by meeting planners and association executives members all year long and kept on their desks as an easy reference. It is an indispensable daily tool for the association executive and is hosted online for easy reference at any time. 

 

 

Contact Sue at 850.926.3318 or suedamon1@aol.com
FSAE Advertising Representative

 

FSAE 2014 Media Kit

 

P.S.P.S.  (items of interest)

.: 2014 Annual Conference Sponsorship Opportunities Available! Secure your sponsorship opportunity for next year's Annual Conference now! Sponsorships are first-come, first-serve so not only can you secure your top pick, you also get promotion and recognition immediately! 

 .: Advertise with FSAE in 2014 and Save! The 2014 Media Kit is now available and includes a brand new "Pick Three Bundle" that saves you over $1000 on advertising! The Bundle includes ads in Source, the FSAE website and solo blasts. Check it out!

 .: Is your association hiring? FSAE's Career Headquarters posts your openings nationwide to ensure you attract the top applicants! We partner with ASAE for maximum exposure for both employers and job seekers. Plus, when you use our portal to post your job, you support FSAE. 
 

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