Welcome Washington Members

On March 1, the Washington Society for Association Excellence (WSAE) officially merged with Associations West. We are honored to welcome you to a broader regional community of association professionals serving California, Oregon, Nevada, and Washington.

Washington’s strong history of collaboration and professional excellence remains an important part of our shared future. This page is designed to guide you through the transition and highlight what’s next.

What to Expect

Over the next few months, you’ll receive communications introducing you to Associations West programs, services, and opportunities. To ensure delivery please add the AW domain "@myassociationswest.org" to your safe senders list. In Outlook this setting can be found under Home > Block > Junk Email Options > Safe Senders Tab > Add Button.

  • Happenings Email – Bi-weekly updates featuring regional and virtual events.
  • Update eNews – Weekly AI-curated industry news and resources tailored to your interests.
  • Highlights Email – Quarterly organizational updates.
  • AW Connect Digest – Community discussions and idea-sharing (customizable frequency).
  • Social Media – Follow @associationswest on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. (WSAE accounts are no longer active.)


We look forward to connecting with you directly:

  • March – Personal outreach from an Associations West member.
  • March 5 (10–11 AM) – Maximize Your Membership: Washington Edition (virtual).
  • March 11 (10–11 AM) – Washington Volunteer Information Session (virtual), including details about the Washington Regional Council.

Member Pricing & Event Credit

During this transition, Washington members receive:

  • Discounted Associations West membership
  • A $100 event credit (valid through 6/30/27)

Questions? Contact Jessica Barker at jessica@myassociationswest.org.

View the Upcoming Events Calendar for details.

Upcoming Events

March 13

  • Oregon Summit – Skamania Lodge (WA)

April 13–15

  • Elevate Annual Conference – Newport Beach, CA

Washington Events Coming Soon

  • August 28 – Peer Lunch
  • October 4–6 – Washington Conference (Semiahmoo Resort)
  • February 3, 2027 – Social
  • March 17 – Elevated Lunch
  • June 4 – Social

Washington Regional Identity

Washington will have its own Regional Council, providing leadership, engagement, and programming within the state. Members are encouraged to participate in volunteer roles, committees, and leadership opportunities across Associations West.

WSAE Traditions & Their AW Counterparts

We know many members want to understand how familiar programs continue:

  • Annual Convention → Washington Conference (Oct 4–6 at Semiahmoo)
  • Fast Five → Washington Edition of Happenings
  • Professional Interest Communities → AW Connect
  • Resource Hub → AW Knowledge Hub
  • Next Level Leadership → Insights Executive Summit
  • Art of Association Management Workshops → Expanded AW In-Person Programming
  • Shop Talks → AW Asks → Shop Talks
  • Partner Zone → Industry Partner Directory

Some programs do not have direct counterparts (e.g., WSAE Knowledge Base, DEI Toolkit, and listserv). We continue to evaluate future resource development.

Tell Us Your Story

The Spring 2026 issue of The Washington Confluence will be the final edition. We invite you to share your WSAE story — how membership shaped your career, a favorite memory, or a meaningful moment.

Submit a short paragraph (75–125 words) to andrew@myassociationswest.org by March 23, including your name, organization, position, and (optional) headshot.

Let’s celebrate WSAE’s legacy together.

We’re Glad You’re Here

This merger marks a new chapter — one that expands opportunity while preserving the spirit of Washington’s association community. We look forward to learning from you, supporting you, and building a strong future together across the region.