February 13, 2025

Final Chance to Register – Deadline Tomorrow!

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the Women’s Leadership Network Gathering—an inspiring event designed to connect, empower, and inspire women leaders across the ESA community.

Special Facilitator: Dr. Jessica Huizenga

We announced earlier this week that Dr. Huizenga will be our facilitator. Upon hearing the news, our members had this to say:

She does great work! Awesome opportunity!!!” – Jeremy Kovash, Executive Director of Lakes Country Service Cooperative and AESA Executive Council President


Jessica is AMAZING!!!! What a treat everyone is in for!” – Leigh Ann Putman, Executive Director of Metro RESA and AESA Foundation Board Member

Epowering Future Women Leaders

This gathering is designed for ALL women in AESA’s membership who are eager to grow personally and professionally. This is your unique opportunity to connect with fellow women in the ESA community, gain valuable insights, and recharge your leadership journey in a supportive and empowering environment.  

Thompson Palm Springs Hotel, Palm Springs, CA
March 3-5, 2025

  • March 3: Evening welcome & informal networking dinner
  • March 4: Full-day interactive sessions + evening group dinner
  • March 5: Morning activities, concluding by Noon

A room block has been reserved at the Thompson Palm Springs, but reservations must be made by TOMORROW, February 14, 2025. Participants get a link to make a reservation after they register.

 

Regional Education Laboratories Expanding Collaborations with ESAs

The nation's 10 Regional Educational Laboratories (RELs) are actively partnering with over 60 AESA members, delivering high-quality applied research, training, and technical support tailored to regional educational needs. To further enhance these collaborations, AESA is hosting a live discussion webinar on Thursday, March 13, at 3:00 pm ET.

 

Discover how RELs can support your ESA with:
✔ Access to 60+ ready-to-use education tools
✔ Customized support through tailored partnerships
✔ Opportunities to feature REL experts at conferences & trainings

 

No registration required! Mark your calendars and join us at this Zoom link.

 

Final Opportunity: Join the Pilot for the ESA Innovators' Circle!

Don’t miss your last chance to join the pilot for ESA Innovators' Circle, a subscription service offering direct access to personalized guidance from AESA consultants, Doreen Marvin and Andy Pechacek, along with exclusive resources like podcast-style interviews, articles, book excerpts, and virtual collaboration opportunities to refine your business strategy.

  • First Virtual Session: March 3, 2025
  • Membership is by organization, so please have one person register on behalf of your ESA.
  • Registration Deadline: February 21, 2025
  • Limited spots available!

Secure your place today and keep your strategic momentum going!

 

Spring Enrollment Open for Business Strategy & Development Workshops

AESA is pleased to offer these essential learning opportunities on an annual basis, with the option to customize sessions of Business Strategy Framework 1.0Experiment, Price, and Innovate with Confidence (EPIC), or other workshops tailored to address the specific needs of your ESA.

Contact Sheila King, Chief Strategy Officer, if your ESA is interested in a customized workshop. 

 

Business Strategy Framework 1.0
Gain critical insights for your ESA’s success through thought-provoking questions and structured strategies. This foundational framework focuses on achieving development goals, optimizing resources, and evaluating opportunities to drive organizational growth. 

  

March 27-28, 2025 
West 40 ISC #2 
Maywood, IL (Chicago) 

Business Strategy Framework 2.0

Take your strategic expertise to the next level! This advanced workshop builds on BSF 1.0 by exploring competitive strategies and the practical application of AI. Learn to navigate uncertainty, build AI partnerships, and optimize your organizational strategy for maximum results. 

  
April 22-23, 2025 
Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Riverview Brandon 
Riverview, FL 33578 

 

NOTE: This advanced session is designed for participants who have already completed the BSF 1.0 Workshop and are ready to deepen their strategic capabilities. (If you haven’t yet taken BSF 1.0, there’s an upcoming opportunity in March.) 

 

Experiment, Price, & Innovate with Confidence (EPIC) 

Empower your ESA with tools to enhance experimentation, pricing strategies, and innovation processes. This workshop ensures you can deliver greater impact and value to your members. 

  

May 15-16, 2025 
Cobb County Chamber 
Atlanta, GA 30339 

 
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