eInterview Series: Meet NYSAE Member Kimberly Unger
By Denman Wall

As we continue the eInterview series, we kick off 2019 with an interview with Kimberly Unger, CEO of The Security Traders Association of New York, Inc. (STANY) and a member of the NYSAE board of directors. I first met Kimberly a few years ago at one of NYSAE’s luncheons. Since her involvement began with NYSAE, you could tell right away that she was going to have an impact on the organization...

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Wearing Your Own Mediator Hat: Part 2
By Mara Goldberg

Since my last article, perhaps you have practiced some of the mediation techniques I provided: Structuring the conversation, focusing on values, and practicing reflective listening...

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News From The Non-Profit Sectort

• 6 Mistakes to Avoid at Your Association in 2019
  By MemberClicks
  When we talk about the new year and what that means for us - both personally and professionally - we often talk about what we’re going to do. But to achieve success, sometimes we need to pinpoint the activities and behaviors that are bad for us; the things we’re not going to do...
• Member Retention in 2019: Why They Leave & 3 Ways to Keep Them
  By Higher Logic
  In 2019, how do you plan to get your members to stick around? When people face so many competing demands for time, attention, and money, this question is bigger than ever...
• Are Your Learning Programs Transformational?
  By Association Success
  Associations have so much power to strengthen the workforce pipelines of their industries and develop mastery for individuals by better leveraging their educational portfolio to offer transformation...
• 4 Steps to Implementing a Balanced Security Plan
  By Smart Meetings
  Security was barely even an afterthought when planning an executive offsite or corporate event five years ago. However, attacks on shopping districts, sports stadiums and convention centers  have become an all-too-common occurrence...

Member News

This year, NYSAE celebrates its 100th birthday. Help us mark this milestone achievement by attending our Gala luncheon on Wednesday, March 6 at the NY Marriott Marquis in Times Square! Find out more at: https://www.100.nysaenet.org.

Association Executive Book Shelf: A Look Back at 2018

By Raphael Badagliacca

Looking back at the year, the 2018 reviews confirm the value of reading for association leaders - or anyone, for that matter. Books slow things down. They help you master the vanishing art of listening - to a single voice. Then, almost magically, the knowledge you accumulate transforms into a conversation among the books you’ve read that you’ve earned the privilege to overhear.

This is especially true when you read with a purpose – in this case, to learn now you can better lead your organization.

Like all collections of wisdom, this year's harvest is made up of cautions, clarifications, and directions towards a more fulfilling future.

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