The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Working Group is comprised of members who have earned their CAE, and who develop best practices for encouraging and preparing candidates for the CAE exam. Members of this group work with staff to ensure that Association Forum provides timely and relevant resources to candidates considering pursuing the CAE designation and those preparing for the CAE exam.
The Working Group
- Conducts environmental scans to assess the landscape of resources available to potential CAE exam candidates
- Identifies opportunities for members who have earned their CAE to stay engaged with those considering earning the designation
- Develops recommendations for innovative offerings that will assist members in: a) appreciating the value of the CAE credential, b) understanding the process for earning the designation, and c) preparing to successfully complete the CAE exam
- Actively promotes the CAE designation and relevant resources to the Association Forum community
- Encourages diverse professionals to participate as exam candidates
The Working Group Is Recommended for Members Who
- Have attained their CAE designation
- Are interested in promoting the designation as a sign of commitment to the association management profession
- Are willing to review CAE-related materials and make suggestions to improve Association Forum’s CAE resources
Time Commitment
- Attendance at virtual committee meetings and conference calls (minimum of four).
2025-26 Members
Christel Ballog, MA, CAE, FHIMSS
Julie Belloli, CAE
Eryn Carter, CAE
Betsie Estes, CAE, PMP
Sara Hynes, CAE
Stephen Legault, MSW, CAE
Jacky Meracle, CAE, CMP
Andrea Mitchell, CAE, FACHE
Charmaine Osborne, CAE
Board Liaison
Jay Cariño, MBA, CAE
Staff Liaison
Alec Rosofsky CAE, CMP
rosofsky@associationforum.org