Texas Society of Association Executives

Big congrats 🎉 to Michelle Jackson who is our November membership referrals winner! Thank you, Michelle, for your dedication to the TSAE community! #TSAE #BetterTogether #assnchat #TSAEcommunity

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ The latest episode of Better By Association is out now! In our season 2 finale, Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE, and Katy Jo Markert chat with Michelle Smith, PhD of Smith Advocacy to explore strategies for associations ahead of the 2025 legislative season.   Dr. Smith highlights the critical need for associations to engage with newly elected legislators, craft clear messaging strategies, and mobilize grassroots advocates. She also shares insights on navigating advocacy challenges, such as aligning internal priorities, leveraging storytelling, and using creative approaches to communicate effectively with decision-makers. This is an episode not to miss. Thanks to our episode sponsor Higher Logic for their continued support. 👉 Listen to the Latest Episode Now! https://tsae.info/3VKZNTW #TSAE #BetterTogether #assnchat

Share your experiences and join us as a panelist at our upcoming Women's Summit! 👉 👉 Don't miss out, the deadline is just one week away on December 20! Apply to participate today! https://tsae.info/490wDpf #TSAE #WomensSummit #BetterTogether #assnchat

The very best wishes from TSAE for those taking the CAE exam this month. You got this! 📚 📖 #TSAE #CAEexam #BetterTogether #assnchat

🎉 The TSAE Silent Auction is LIVE! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/gNbV4RFG Here’s your chance to bid on incredible items while supporting the programs and initiatives that empower association professionals across Texas all year long! 💼🌟 🛍️ Shop unique experiences, exclusive items, and more! 📅 Auction Dates: 12/3-12/6 (Closes at 1:30 PM CST) 📍 Proceeds: Benefit TSAE's impactful programs 💡 Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while snagging something amazing. Every bid helps us strengthen our community and elevate the association industry! 👉 Start bidding now: https://lnkd.in/gNbV4RFG You do not have to attend Celebration Luncheon to bid or WIN! Thanks to all of our donors and to Expo Auctions for helping us with our auction again this year. #TSAESilentAuction #SupportAssociations #BidForGood

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, TSAE FAMILY! 🥧 It is also a staff anniversary today, so we are thankful for a lot. We are especially thankful today for Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE! Today we celebrate Steven’s leadership and dedication as Executive Director of the Texas Society of Association Executives for the past EIGHT years. (Yes, you read that right, 8 years!) We could not be more thankful for his service to TSAE. Steven has been a guiding light for our community through the incredibly challenging times of the pandemic and has helped build and retore our organization back to health. He has inspired growth, collaboration, and innovation within the association community, statewide and beyond. PLUS, he does it all with warmth, open communication, and humor…lots of one-liners and laughter. Thank you, Steven, for your passion, vision, and commitment to making us truly, Better Together! #TSAE #WorkAnniversary #Thankful #AssociationLeadership #Assnchat

New Episode Alert! https://lnkd.in/ggePvm-f Traveling for Thanksgiving? Why not take Katy & Steven along for the trip? The latest episode of Better By Association is out now! In the latest episode, Shirley Robinson, CAE, executive director of the Texas Library Association (TLA), joins us to share her inspiring journey in the association world and advocacy efforts of Texas associations. With a membership of over 6,000, TLA is dedicated to strategic planning, engaging volunteers, and legislative advocacy to champion the essential role of libraries. This episode offers a fascinating look at leadership, advocacy, and the future of library services in Texas. Listen by clicking below: https://lnkd.in/ggePvm-f #BetterByAssociation #TSAE #Podcast #assnchat

Seeking Panelists for the 2025 Women’s Summit! Panelists should show experience and bring valuable discussion and insights to the forum. Selected panelists will receive a complimentary registration to the 2025 Summit in Allen, TX on February 11-12. 👉 Learn more and apply now to participate. Deadline is December 20! https://tsae.info/490wDpf #TSAE #BetterTogether #assnchat #WomensSummit

ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership warns of a looming threat to Associations of Tax Reform at the federal level. Learn more below and how to get involved in the conversation. #TSAE #BetterTogether #ASAE https://tsae.info/4fuvEQK

Don't forget to register for the Non-Dues Revenue Base Camp! The cohort-formatted course is offered in partnership with Carrie McIntyre of Navigate. You may know Carrie from our Better By Association podcast, one of her numerous webinars, or sessions at recent New Ideas. Her approach is very accessible, authentic, and tactical. Best of all... it works! The deadline to register is approaching on November 20. Don't miss out, make sure to register now! https://tsae.info/3YCcj9c Carrie McIntyre #TSAE #BetterTogether #BaseCamp #assnchat