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Developing Your Inner "L"

You may wonder about the "Leadership" component of VSAE’s Association Leadership Virginia (ALV) program and how ALV sets itself apart from VSAE’s other offerings.

You may also wonder, "I'm not a CEO, so how is a program like this relevant to me and my organization?"

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Cohort-Based Learning for Personal and Professional Growth

The fall begins the new cohort of VSAE's Association Leadership Virginia (ALV) program. For those new to cohort-based learning, it is a learning style where a group of students work together towards a common goal. This collaborative learning approach has gained popularity in recent years, especially with the rise of online learning platforms. Here are some of the benefits and value of cohort learning.

Inclusive Environment

Cohort learning encourages students to participate actively in class activities, discussions, and projects. When students interact with each other, they learn to share ideas, provide feedback, and clarify their understanding of the coursework. This interdependence among students fosters a more inclusive and engaging learning environment, encouraging students to invest more time in their studies.

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Congratulations to the ALV 2023 Graduates!

The 2022-2023 Association Leadership Leadership (ALV) class was recognized by their peers during graduation ceremonies on May 8 at the VSAE's Annual Conference in Hampton, Virginia. Over the past seven months, these professionals have gained valuable leadership and association management skills, built professional and personal relationships with colleagues from across the Commonwealth, and mapped out a plan to achieve their individual goals. The graduates:

Rebecca Butler, Vice President of Marketing, Communications and Development, VA Association of Free and Charitable Clinics
Ali DiGuardo, Director of Marketing & Communications, Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS
Lucy Firebaugh, Communications and Membership Specialist, Association of Consulting Foresters
Katharine Garner, Vice President, Education and Communications, VA Association of Community Banks
Kelli Gaudreau, Director of Operations, VA Beer Wholesalers Association
Eric Hash, CEO, Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of REALTORS
Priscilla Monti, Convention Sales Manager, Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Haley Osborne, Manager, Corporate Governance, National Restaurant Association
Jamie RawlsConvention Sales Manager, Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau
Kristen Reid, Vice President, Education & Training, VA Bankers Association
Laiya Haywood-Rollins, Membership & Workforce Development Coordinator, LeadingAge Virginia
Erin Schrad, Communications Manager, VA Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation
Beth Stockner, Senior Director, Marketing & Program Development, Independent Petroleum Association of America
Samantha Walsh, Operations Coordinator, Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools
Kelsea Watson, Director of Marketing and Events, Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools

"We congratulate each of our graduates for achieving this milestone in their professional careers and look forward to witnessing the great things they will achieve individually, within their organizations, and on behalf of Virginia's association community in the months and years ahead,"  said Terry Monroe, VSAE Executive Director.

Thanks to Design Build Institute of America, Retail Alliance, VisitNorfolk, and Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge for sponsoring this program and to our generous donors.