Service Opportunities

Volunteering with VSAE is a meaningful way to get more involved, give back to the association community, and grow your leadership skills. Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, build experience in governance or program development, or share expertise with your peers, VSAE offers a variety of service opportunities to match your interests and availability.

Below is the list of current volunteer opportunities. For questions about any aspect of volunteering, please contact David Walsh. 

Current volunteers must re-apply each year. 

Committees
Committees play a vital role in advancing VSAE's mission--from shaping educational programming to recruiting new members and promoting signature events like Annual Conference.

Committee service runs May 1 - April 30 each year. 

COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMITTEE
Organize community service and fundraising activities that support Virginia-based charities recommended by VSAE members. 

Time commitment: Two virtual meetings per year (60 minutes each); participate in charitable activities at Annual and Fall conferences and member luncheons (including the Awards Luncheon). 

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Support the growth and engagement of a thriving and inclusive membership, in alignment with the association’s mission and strategic objectives. Facilitate recruitment and retention initiatives, provide input on programs and services, and serve as mentors to new members.

Time commitment: Quarterly virtual meetings, each no longer than sixty (60) minutes. Approximately three hours of work separate from meetings focused on recruitment and retention. 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Review, plan and implement relevant, engaging educational programs and initiatives that align with VSAE's mission and strategic objectives. 

Time commitment: 2-3 hours twice a year reviewing and grading session submissions and two, 90-minute meetings (virtual) per year (Spring and Fall).

Other Service Opportunities

CONTENT LEADER (SPEAKER)
Share your expertise or experiences in association management by presenting at a VSAE event, including the Annual or Fall Conference, specialty events, and luncheons/seminars.

More information on speaking is available here. 

NEWSLETTER
Have written content, articles, white papers to share? Contribute your insights to the Association Press newsletter. Contact Lorraine Meade for current content needs and deadlines.

PEER EXCHANGES (Shared Interest Groups - SIGs)
SIGs are member-led groups focused on shared areas of interest. Volunteer opportunities include leading a discussion, recommending a presenter, assisting with a member survey, or serving in a leadership role (chair or co-chair). 

Time commitment

• One meeting per quarter
• One in-person meeting at Annual Conference
• One virtual meeting during SIG-a-Palooza (August)
• Two additional virtual meetings (60 minutes each)

Contact David Walsh for more details. 

NEW MEMBER MENTOR
Help welcome and support new VSAE members by serving as a mentor during their first year. Mentors connect with assigned new members via email and/or phone to answer questions, offer guidance, and help them build connections. 

Time commitment:  Approximately 3-4 hours per year. 

CAE STUDY GROUP FACILITATOR
Support peers pursuing their CAE credential by facilitating one study group session. Facilitators share exam insights, lead discussion, and review practice questions for a specific CAE domain. Opportunities are available for both Spring and Fall study groups. 

Time commitment: Lead one 90-minute virtual session. Prep time is approximately one hour (materials and questions provided in advance by staff).