options to Join gsae

WELCOME. GSAE is committed to being a resource and model for members and organizations on effective practices that drive successful Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. GSAE believes in fostering a welcoming culture amongst our members that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable to all. We know our differences are what make us stronger. Through diverse perspectives, an inclusive culture, and equitable opportunities, we are connecting leaders, advancing associations. 

gsae & your career

• Educational opportunities that are affordable, accessible, relevant and local
• Connections to professionals who do what you do with a knowledge exchange unparalleled in the Southeast
• Compelling resources and news to keep the information flow clear, concise and actionable
• Leadership opportunities to experience volunteering and being on the other side of the board table
• A career path to success in association management (and if you’ve been there, done that, we’ll put you to work helping us train the next generation)

Please choose the membership option that best fits your position.

Association Executive 1

Individual (Association Professional) Membership is open to full-time professionals (30 hours or more per week) of trade, professional, philanthropic, technical or similar organizations. These members receive all member services and may vote and hold office. 

Individual memberships are retained by the individual, even if employers change. Membership is not transferable. The membership year runs from January-December. Dues are $325 annually for the 1st member of an organization. New association execs and first-time attendee may attend their first GSAE Annual Meeting for only $199. Must be used within two years of joining. Click below and follow the prompts to learn more and join electronically.

join as an association executive

Association Executive 2+

GSAE utilizes a tiered dues structure. This category is for the 2nd and any subsequent GSAE members from the same organization.

Individual memberships are retained by the individual, even if employers change. Membership is not transferable. The membership year runs from January-December. Dues are $150 annually. New association execs and first-time attendee may attend their first GSAE Annual Meeting for only $199. Must be used within two years of joining. Click below and follow the prompts to join electronically and create a user name and password.

join as association executive 2+

Corporate Supplier - 1st

Firms and corporations, while not engaged in the management of an association, have interests in the profession or are engaged in related activities, and support the objectives and purposes of the association. When joining GSAE, the company or firm designates a representative to receive member services, vote in elections, and hold office. Corporate memberships are retained by the company, and memberships are transferable within the corporation. A Corporate Member representative who changes his or her employer may not transfer affiliation. The membership year runs from January-December. NOTE: If you are a returning supplier member, please contact our office before creating a new profile. W-9 for download

The first corporate supplier representative is $350 per company annually. Additional representatives from the same company (same geographic location) may join for $250 annually.

Click below and follow the prompts to learn more and join electronically.

join as a primary corporate supplier

CORPORATE SUPPLIER 2+

AFFILIATE

Affiliate members have a special interest in association management, while devoting less than 50% of their time to such duties. Privileges include luncheons at the member fee, publications, and special meetings at the member price. This category is not for those who qualify as corporate members. Membership is not transferable. The membership year runs from January-December. Dues are $100 annually.

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