NZICC Emerging Leadership Scholarship 

Sponsored by the New Zealand International Convention Centre

Open 12 March 2023 | Application Deadline: 6 April 2023

Through a generous sponsorship of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) to AuSAE, we have created a scholarship to promote the professional development of association executives in New Zealand.

Inclusions but not limited to: 

1/ Complimentary full registration to the 2023 AuSAE LINC conference including:
Pre conference workshop.
Welcome Function.
LINC Conference Programme including conference dinner.
Return airfares or travel expenses to conference destination.
2 nights accommodation.
Conference Dates 10 – 12 September 2023 | Hamilton.

2/ Monthly workshops or in region engagement.

3/ Mentor or Industry Leader engagement.

10 scholarships available

Who is eligible?
Association professionals that are based in New Zealand.
Have chosen a career in management in the Association industry.
Less than 4 (four) years’ experience in association management.

Purpose:
To encourage education and development among association professionals.

Deadline:  
Association employees within New Zealand must submit their applications by 6^th April 2023.

Terms:
Maximum of 10 scholarships available.
The scholarship is only open to New Zealand Associations.
Limited to only one recipient per organisation per year.
Applicants will be evaluated based on answers to the application questions.
If applicant is no longer able to fulfil scholarship obligations, scholarship is non transferable, and costs may be incurred.

associationX - a one day event (mini - conference), where industry partners and association professionals connect.

Featuring the a Trade Show held around targeted education programs and networking opportunities
One day of networking and professional education designed to meet your needs, your career level, and your goals...  

plus industry partners and resources to help solve your challenges.

Lets us register for you, send Brett an email

Wednesday 5 April 10 - 4 pm associationX Trade show

Nine engaging education sessions on around membership development, conferencing and marketing and communications.
 Connect face-to-face with over 30 exhibiting companies at the Trade show.

Pricing: Complimentary 

NB: This show is only open to association /not for profit  professional/executives

This SIG serves as a professional support network for members who have interest or responsibilities in membership, member services, and membership-specific marketing. It also serves as an idea laboratory and information/sample exchange. 

Join us for a conversation all about membership, products and services. This conversation is either

• face-to-face at the people & co offices (Level 2/40 Johnston Street) or 
• join us online to join the conversation

Participation is open to all AuSAE members at no cost – a simple RSVP is all that is required to reserve your seat at the table. 

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

This SIG serves as a professional support network for members who have interest or responsibilities in association finance. It also serves as an idea laboratory and information/sample exchange. 

Join us for a conversation all about finance, budgeting and compliance issues. 

• Join us online to join the conversation

Participation is open to all AuSAE members at no cost – a simple RSVP is all that is required to reserve your seat at the table. 

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

Take a couple of hours at the start of the day to connect with others in the industry to discuss high level topics of real importance, develop new relationships and gain critical information. These Lunches provide you with a unique opportunity to network with your peers in a comfortable and informal setting. This is your chance to spend a few hours in-person talking with your colleagues. The Networking Lunch is a place for association executives to:

• Network with peers

• Share ideas

• Get input on your most challenging problems

• Learn more about what is happening in the association industry

Take a couple of hours at the start of the day to connect with others in the industry to discuss high level topics of real importance, develop new relationships and gain critical information. These Lunches provide you with a unique opportunity to network with your peers in a comfortable and informal setting. This is your chance to spend a few hours in-person talking with your colleagues. The Networking Lunch is a place for association executives to:

• Network with peers

• Share ideas

• Get input on your most challenging problems

• Learn more about what is happening in the association industry

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

This SIG serves as a professional support network for members who have interest or responsibilities in membership, member services, and membership-specific marketing. It also serves as an idea laboratory and information/sample exchange. 

Join us for a conversation all about membership, products and services. This conversation is either

• face-to-face at the people & co offices (Level 2/40 Johnston Street) or 
• join us online to join the conversation

Participation is open to all AuSAE members at no cost – a simple RSVP is all that is required to reserve your seat at the table. 

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

Association Focused Networking, Learning, & Insights

LINC – Leadership, Insights and Networking Conference is the largest gathering of Association Executives in New Zealand.

Hosted by AuSAE, the association for associations, it covers all aspects of association management. The program will launch in June 23, showcasing speakers that will renew your enthusiasm and spark new ideas.

Network with influential leaders, build relationships with key decision makers, learn about the latest trends, and gain valuable insight to assist your association all at one centralised event  10 - 12 September, 2022. 

All enquires please contact Brett Jeffery General Manager NZ brett@ausae.org.au or 027 249 8677.

AuSAE is a CAE Approved Provider.  

AuSAE’s premier annual event (AuSAE Linc) that brings together the largest gathering of association professionals in New Zealand.

An opportunity for networking and meeting new people within the professional association sector.

The AuSAE Leadership Insights Networking Conference (Linc) is our signature event.Bringing together association executives from all aspects of association management.

Held in HAMILTON for 10 -12 September 2023.

AuSAE is focused on its commitment to foster a strong and robust association sector.

AuSAE is establishing engaging sponsorship opportunities to maximise your exposure and connection with our delegates leading up to and during the event.

All enquires please contact Brett Jeffery General Manager, AuSAE New Zealand

brett@ausae.org.au or 027 249 8677.

Download floorplan here

AuSAE - 10 week CAE Certification

Please Note: If AuSAE invoices you, the amounts are in NZD. Credit Card payments are based in AUD dollar amount.

Take a couple of hours at the start of the day to connect with others in the industry to discuss high level topics of real importance, develop new relationships and gain critical information. These Lunches provide you with a unique opportunity to network with your peers in a comfortable and informal setting. This is your chance to spend a few hours in-person talking with your colleagues. The Networking Lunch is a place for association executives to:

• Network with peers

• Share ideas

• Get input on your most challenging problems

• Learn more about what is happening in the association industry

Take a couple of hours at the start of the day to connect with others in the industry to discuss high level topics of real importance, develop new relationships and gain critical information. These Lunches provide you with a unique opportunity to network with your peers in a comfortable and informal setting. This is your chance to spend a few hours in-person talking with your colleagues. The Networking Lunch is a place for association executives to:

• Network with peers

• Share ideas

• Get input on your most challenging problems

• Learn more about what is happening in the association industry

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

This SIG serves as a professional support network for members who have interest or responsibilities in membership, member services, and membership-specific marketing. It also serves as an idea laboratory and information/sample exchange. 

Join us for a conversation all about membership, products and services. This conversation is either

• face-to-face at the people & co offices (Level 2/40 Johnston Street) or 
• join us online to join the conversation

Participation is open to all AuSAE members at no cost – a simple RSVP is all that is required to reserve your seat at the table. 

We see these forums as an important part of your membership with AuSAE, enabling you to connect with other association CEOs and influencers, transfer knowledge and take learnings back to your association.

These events will only be open to CEOs/executive directors of membership organisations that are members of AuSAE. All meetings will have a topical speaker. They will be held under The Chatham House Rule and sector suppliers won’t be asked to participate unless they are invited to present their product to the meeting.

Agenda items can be submitted here at any stage

or email Brett and he will register you

AuSAE Networking lunch 

Take a couple of hours at the start of the day to connect with others in the industry to discuss high level topics of real importance, develop new relationships and gain critical information. These Lunches provide you with a unique opportunity to network with your peers in a comfortable and informal setting. This is your chance to spend a few hours in-person talking with your colleagues. The Networking Lunch is a place for association executives to:

• Network with peers
• Share ideas
• Get input on your most challenging problems
• Learn more about what is happening in the association industry

We can register for you, just send Brett an email

Pricing - Member  $35 | Non - Member $55 

AuSAE is a CAE Approved Provider.  Participants of this event will earn 1 continuing education credits