Association 201

Association 201

Master the Skills You Need to Succeed in Today's Workforce

Association 201: Elevate Your Expertise & Accelerate Your Career 

Are you ready to level up? The workplace is evolving, and professionals who master essential skills will lead the way. Association 201 is an immersive, high-impact course designed to equip association professionals with the critical skills needed to thrive in today’s dynamic environment. 

Backed by the Essential Skills Study 2024, this course delivers tangible, career-changing takeaways to boost performance, innovation, and leadership across every level of an association. 

Why This Course? 

  • Gain Future-Proof Skills – Master functional and growth-oriented skills identified as critical for career advancement 
  • Enhance Your Leadership Potential – Strengthen decision-making, relationship-building, and innovation strategies 
  • Drive Real Impact – Learn intrapreneurship techniques and emerging industry trends that shape the future 
  • Boost Your Career Trajectory – Take control of your development and position yourself for promotions 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Modern Leadership Styles – Apply New Power Leadership strategies to inspire and influence 
  • Intrapreneurship & Innovation – Learn how to champion change and drive new initiatives 
  • Data-Driven & Strategic Thinking – Enhance decision-making through critical thinking and analytics 
  • The Art of Relationship-Building – Strengthen internal and external collaborations 
  • Technology & Emerging Trends – Leverage digital tools to future-proof your career 

 August 5-6, 2025
9 a.m.–12 p.m. CT each day

Virtual-only session!

Register now!

To receive an invoice and pay via check/ACH, please contact education@associationforum.org.

 

Pricing

Member: $389
Nonmember: $509

Note: Forum Plus members receive a 10% discount when five or more members register together.

CAE credits

This program is approved for (5.67) CAE hours toward the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE's) Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification.

 

Who Should Attend

Mid-level association professionals looking to: 

  • Improve leadership competencies and job performance 
  • Build more effective teams and drive better organizational outcomes 
  • Stay ahead of workforce trends and lead change with confidence 

Not in a supervisory role? No problem! This course is designed for all professionals ready to maximize their impact, regardless of title. 

💡 This is your opportunity to stay ahead, sharpen your expertise, and future-proof your career. 

Education

Program Outline

Module 1: Embracing New Power Leadership

    • Understanding New Power Leadership principles: open, participatory, and peer-driven.
    • Exploring different contemporary leadership styles and approaches.
    • Expanding the sphere of influence for effective leadership.

Module 2: Unlocking Intrapreneurship

    • Defining intrapreneurship and its importance in association development.
    • Identifying opportunities for innovative approaches within associations.
    • Empowering individuals to drive stronger organizations and create greater member value.

Module 3: Tomorrow Is Now: Navigating Emerging Trends

    • Exploring emerging thinking and new technologies shaping the future of associations.
    • Charting a path today to ensure a brighter future for all associations.
    • Analyzing the impact of emerging trends on organizational strategies.

Module 4: Power Up Your Personal Leadership

    • Leveraging expertise, innovation, and connections to break through to the next leadership level.
    • Compelling tailored experiences for effective leadership.
    • Curating and leveraging your personal brand.

Module 5: Empowering Middle Management

    • Specialized training to strengthen leadership skills and advance team development.
    • Harnessing the power of the Association Forum community for support and growth.
    • Effective strategies to navigate complex organizational dynamics and foster cohesive interdepartmental collaboration.

Module 6: Mastering Career Development Skills and Opportunities

    • Accessing premier resources to master the skills necessary for career advancement.
    • Understanding association professional career paths and opportunities.
    • Building a network of peers, mentors, and experts for personal and professional growth.