Program at a Glance  |  Keynotes  |  Full Program: Wednesday | Thursday | Friday

10.5 Hours CAE and 10.5 Hours CMP Expected

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The FSAE Annual Conference is only affordable because of the generous sponsors that make this event an amazing experience for all attendees. Conference would be nearly three times as expensive for all attendees without their generous support. Please show your Sponsor Love! Thank and contact them when in need of any of the services they can provide.

 MONDAY, JULY 7 

Opal Collection Properties Reception - Invitation Only

 TUESDAY, JULY 8 

10:00 am - 3:30 pm  FSAE and Foundation Board Meetings

Sponsored by The Brownwood Hotel & Spa

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm   Registration Open

5:30 pm    Hilton Leadership Reception

FSAE and Foundation Board Members and registered Association Executives and their registered guests are invited to attend Hilton’s Leadership Reception. An Invitation Only Event - Sponsored by Hiltons of Florida

7:00 pm  Marriott Bonvoy AfterGlow

Invitation Only - Sponsored by Select Marriott Bonvoy Properties

 WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 

8:30 am  - 10:30 am   Executive Welcome Coffee Break

Grab some coffee before you head into one of the morning Roundtable Meetings
Sponsored by Select Marriott Bonvoy Properties

9:00 am - 5:00 pm  Learning Lounge Open 

Need a place to meet with fellow attendees, check emails, or post what an awesome time you're having at #FSAE25 on social? The Learning Lounge is the place to be! Open for your convenience and your needs, the Lounge is located near breakout rooms for a comfy & convenient options. Open daily for FSAE25!
Sponsored by St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches VCB

9:00 am - 11:00 am  Roundtable Discussions & Deep Dives

CEO Roundtable 
Facilitator: Lowell Aplebaum, EdD, FASAE, CAE, CPF - The CEO Roundtable is a two-hour, informal discussion of new ideas and current challenges with a small group of your peers. Previous discussions included HR and staffing issues, board relations, member recruitment and retention, ethics, and more.
Open to all Association CEOs, Executive Directors or Presidents, and CSEs only
Sponsored by Naylor Association Solutions

Leadership Roundtable: Navigating Modern Leadership Challenges
Facilitator: Ricki Braswell, CAE
Leadership today is more dynamic than ever, requiring adaptability, collaboration, and the ability to inspire—sometimes without formal authority. This interactive roundtable offers a co-learning environment where leaders at all levels can share challenges, exchange strategies, and gain new insights from your peers. 
Discussion topics will include:

• Increasing team collaboration, including with remote workers
• Leading without authority and influencing across teams
• Managing remote staff effectively
• Navigating change and uncertainty as a leader
• Managing up and working with difficult leaders
• Creating a culture where team members feel welcomed, valued and appreciated

Come prepared to contribute your experiences, ask questions, and walk away with actionable ideas to strengthen your leadership approach. Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this session will equip you with fresh perspectives and practical solutions. Open to all Association Executives
Sponsored by Fort Myers Islands, Beaches & Neighborhoods

Meeting Planner Roundtable
Discuss current planner challenges with peers who've been in your shoes, including F&B and decor on a budget, contract negotiations, ethics, technology and more.
Open to all Association Executives and Third-Party Meeting Planners
Sponsored by Visit Panama City Beach

11:15 am - 11:45 am - First-Timer Meet Up 

Conference first-timers, new members and our Young & Emerging Professionals (YEP) attendees are encouraged to meet up before the Opening Session Lunch for a quick networking activity. This is a great opportunity to connect with other first-timers and attendees. Sign up now for the Pre-Conference Virtual First-Timer and New Member Orientation on June 18 

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Opening Keynote Luncheon

Leading the Call to Excellence

Randy Fox, CSP

Luncheon Sponsored by Opal Collection Properties
Keynote Sponsored by St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches VCB

In The Call to Excellence, you will find stories, strategies, and insights that will show you how to have influential leadership that delivers impactful results!

Based on Randy's Amazon #1 best-selling book, this experience will reignite your passion to serve with excellence and live a life the world is truly waiting for.

• ​Build your margin for maximum impact
• Learn 3 simple and significant ways to be brilliant
• Understand the fundamental elements to daily excellence

Randy Fox's boundless energy, extraordinary leadership expertise, and electrifying stage presence come together to captivate audiences and compel them to action. He is on a mission to help leaders and teams transform their professional and personal lives. His vision is to change the world by developing superstar leaders who make a real difference. 

2:00 pm - 2:45 pm - Refreshment Break

Grab a refreshing beverage in the Auction room to browse items and meet with Exhibitors before afternoon breakouts
Sponsored by Sheraton Sand Key Resort

2:45 pm - 4:15 pm - Hands-On/Experiential Breakout Sessions

Breakouts are sponsored by Novi AMS, Visit Gainesville and Visit Jacksonville

 Automate, Innovate, Elevate: Easy AI Solutions for Association Professionals - Hands-On Workshop
Laura R. Caputo, JD

Time to step out of your comfort zone and put AI to work! This hands-on session is designed for Operations, Marketing, and Membership professionals eager to move beyond the AI hype and start creating. Bring your laptop and collaborate in small groups to explore cutting-edge AI tools that boost productivity, engagement, and content creation. You will leave with real, shareable work samples, new connections, and the confidence to integrate AI into your role immediately. No experience required—just a willingness to learn, experiment, and have fun!

Key Takeaways:

• Discover AI tools that streamline association operations, marketing, and membership engagement.
• Collaborate in small groups to create AI-powered presentations, infographics, and videos.
• Gain hands-on experience using AI to develop content and strategies you can implement today.

Federal Legislative, Regulatory, Legal, and Policy Update: Everything Associations Need to Know

Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Esq, Tenenbaum Law Group

Stay informed on the latest legislative, regulatory, legal, and policy developments impacting associations. In this time of rapid change in Washington, DC and in the courts – affecting associations in Florida and across the country in ways we haven’t seen in decades – it is critical for associations to keep up with what is happening. From federal tax reform to DEI to federal funding and everything in between, gain invaluable insights into how these changes may affect your association and practical strategies for navigating the evolving landscape and mitigating risk. Join us for an engaging discussion led by nationally recognized DC association attorney Jeff Tenenbaum, who will break down the most pressing issues, potential implications for your association, and what to expect – and what you should do – in the months ahead.

Flip the Script: Rethinking Your Underperforming Event Like a Consultant

Aaron Wolowiec, FASAE, CAE, CMP Fellow; Event Garde

 Is one of your meetings missing the mark? Maybe it’s struggling to attract attendees, deliver ROI, or just doesn’t spark the buzz it used to. In this hands-on session, you'll step away from business as usual and learn to evaluate your event portfolio with fresh eyes—and a consultant’s mindset.

Together, we’ll roll up our sleeves and walk through a practical, three-part roadmap to assess the root causes of lackluster performance:

• Observe with Purpose – Learn how to attend your own event as a strategic observer, not just the fire-putter-outer.
• Dig into the Data – Explore key questions and data points spanning engagement, financials, marketing, logistics, values, and more.
• Talk to Your People – Identify the stakeholders you need to hear from—and what to ask—to uncover honest insights and opportunities for change.

Bring one event you’re ready to reimagine. We’ll provide the structure, questions, and peer support to start your analysis and shape an action plan you can take back to your team, supervisor, or board.

Whether you’re a planner, supplier, hotelier, or consultant, you’ll leave with the tools to help your organization (or your clients!) transform tired meetings into mission-driven experiences that matter.
Let’s reframe, retool, and reenergize—together.

With more than two decades of association experience, Aaron Wolowiec is a nationally recognized meeting professional, designer of engaging learning and networking experiences, and a certified facilitator who prioritizes participatory and equitable approaches to both consensus building and strategic planning.

 NETWORKING EVENTS 

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm  Executive VIP Reception
West Palm Beach Marriott - Transportation provided to VIP and to The Breakers Welcome Reception. 

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Welcome Reception: Palm Beach Chic - All Attendees Invited
Hosted & Sponsored by The Breakers Palm Beach - Buses for The Breakers begin boarding at 6:30 pm from hotels and VIP Reception
Check out our Palm Beach Chic inspiration board for ideas!

9:30 pm - Ocean Reef Club Afterglow - Invitation Only
Sponsored by Ocean Reef Club

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FSAE is a CAE Registered Provider. The program(s) linked above meet the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program that we offer that has been approved for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation. We will maintain records of your participation in accordance with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Registered Provider program, please visit www.asaecenter.org/cae.