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ACLEA is an organization that is strong on volunteerism. Our members continuously donate their time and expertise to support the organization’s goals and strategies. With the support and contributions from ACLEA volunteers, the Executive Committee (EC) has been able to complete several projects, while others are in progress.
Despite the numerous obstacles ACLEA has encountered during the global pandemic, the EC has managed to accomplish a lot in moving the association forward. I wanted to take the time to share some of our accomplishments with you.
I am pleased to advise that the EC has approved the budget for 2021-2022. It is a conservative budget that takes into account the current economic conditions. ACLEA is in a sound financial position to get through the pandemic.
ACLEA continues to have a very strong relationship with Ewald Consulting, our association management company, and I am pleased to advise that this partnership has been renewed through April 2024. The EC held discussions with a dedicated task force and volunteers that helped ACLEA to reach this 3-year renewal agreement. On behalf of all ACLEA members, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire Ewald team for their hard work and dedication that ensures all aspects of ACLEA are running smoothly. We look forward to continuing our partnership.
The EC continues to work hard to reduce expenses for ACLEA and to that end, we have worked closely with Ewald on our management agreement’s scope of work. To reduce expenses, several tasks previously managed by Ewald are now being managed by EC members and ACLEA volunteers. These changes are being closely monitored by the EC and adjustments will be made if required. The level of service members are used to receiving remains unchanged.
CE21 is our learning management system (LMS) provider. Our continued partnership with CE21 has given us the ability to deliver virtual conferences through our existing LMS. We are happy to continue our work with them and thank them for their continued support of ACLEA. Be sure to check out ACLEA’s LMS where you will find an archive of on-demand past programs.
The EC and a dedicated task force have been reviewing feedback from several Boot Camp sessions over the past few years. While the Boot Camp program has traditionally been held in-person, with the pandemic, the program was converted into a virtual delivery format. Exciting changes are coming to the virtual-format program based on feedback from attendees and faculty. To highlight some of the proposed changes, the virtual program will now have a slightly earlier start time and the popular Hot Topics sessions will return to the program agenda.
The EC is also working on an Executive Leadership Boot Camp program for CLE professionals looking to advance their careers. Watch for more details on this exciting new program that will launch at the 2022 Mid-Year Meeting.
The progress made on EC projects is due in part to ACLEA volunteers who have contributed their time, expertise, and support. On behalf of the EC, I would like to express our deepest appreciation to all ACLEA volunteers who have contributed to our successes with their dedication and commitment — we could not have done it without you.
Our SIG/Committee Chairs are working extremely hard to keep everyone connected through monthly meetings and listserv posts in between conferences. This is extremely valuable while we are not able to meet in person. A huge thank you goes out to our SIG/Committee Chairs as well.
Whether you are a seasoned or a new ACLEA member, I encourage you to get involved — meet new people, learn new things. For more information, visit the “Getting Involved” page on ACLEA’s website.
This is your organization! I am sure you will find it to be a very rewarding experience as you will get to meet new people and learn more about the organization all at the same time.
Keep safe and be well everyone.
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