View in Browser February 25, 2026 Advertisement CESSE NEWS Content Ecosystems for Association Professionals CESSE Today's association members expect content that is relevant, consistent and valuable. Yet in many organizations, content is created in silos, driven by internal politics and disconnected from systems, audiences and success metrics. When that happens, content becomes an expense rather than a strategic asset. In our March CESSE webinar, you will learn how organizations of different sizes have broken down silos and built content ecosystems that deliver real audience value and measurable business impact. This session will also explore how connected content, aligned teams, and integrated systems can transform the way your organization creates, manages, and uses content. Tuesday, March 10 — 11 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. MT | 1 p.m. CT | 2 p.m. ET Register Today Attendees will earn 1 CAE credit. CESSE is also a CMP preferred provider. Unable to attend our webinar? We encourage you to register so that you can receive the recording. Advertisement Discover a landscape of innovation in Albuquerque. Albuquerque’s industry becomes your attendees’ value. Tap into AI, cybersecurity and biotech advancements. Transform meetings into moments of momentum. Promoted by Digital Edge Marketing How Generative AI is Redefining Value and Revenue CESSE Generative AI is already reshaping how STEM societies create, discover, protect and monetize their knowledge base. For STEM society publishers, the question is not whether AI belongs in the value chain, but how to use it responsibly while preserving trust and editorial integrity. Drawing on insights shared at ACCESSE25, the latest CESSE blog examines how STEM society professionals are exploring what this shift means for their organizations. Read More Expand Your Understanding of Associations with this Course CESSE If developing confidence as an association professional, or for your association's staff, is a priority, this is an opportunity worth acting on now. Association Basics is a two half-day course designed to give participants practical, working knowledge they can apply immediately. For instance, it helps new and emerging association professionals understand: How associations operate Why decisions are made the way they are How their role connects to the larger mission and business model. For CEOs and team leads, this course is an effective way to get new team members up to speed faster, enhance the onboarding experience and build a shared foundation across staff. For individual professionals, it can strengthen day‑to‑day proficiency while earning 8 CAE credits. Click here to register for the March session, March 24-25. Can't attend the March session? Register for the May session, May 27-28 Advertisement INDUSTRY NEWS How Leaders Can Ignite a Stronger Sense of Purpose at Work Associations Now Many associations assume their purpose is obvious, yet shifting conditions make it harder for people to stay motivated. Experts say leaders must help teams see their human impact rather than just metrics. Small, personal connections can reignite meaning and engagement. Read More Study Links Forced Positivity at Work to Rising Burnout Risk Inc. New research suggests employees drain their energy when they fake positive emotions at work. Trials found this "surface acting" triggers a cycle of exhaustion that worsens through the week. Experts say recognizing the pattern may help break it. Read More Menopause Exposes Deeper Workplace Inequities for Midlife Women Fast Company Many women reduce work hours or leave the workforce in midlife as earnings and opportunities decline. Menopause is a factor but often overlaps with caregiving pressures and ageism. The result is a disadvantage that's rarely acknowledged or accommodated. Read More How Boards Can Use AI Minutes Without Risking Confidentiality Directors & Boards As AI transcription tools rise, so do the risks tied to sensitive board discussions. Here's what directors must safeguard before letting machines "listen in." Read More Build a Retention Strategy That Keeps Members Engaged Year After Year iMIS Associations are shifting focus toward deeper retention as engagement becomes a top priority. The article introduces core concepts and strategies for strengthening member loyalty. It sets the stage for using technology and targeted tactics to prevent churn. Read More Weekly SucCESSE CESSE Headquarters 1061 American Lane, Suite 310 | Schaumburg, IL 60173- 4973 847-375-4736 | Contact Us | Privacy Policy www.cesse.org Karrie Brooks Assistant Executive Editor, Multiview 972-373-2088 | Contact me Unsubscribe | Learn how to add us to your safe sender list so our emails get to your inbox. ADVERTISE | SUBSCRIBE | PAST ISSUES Published by