named programs · 20 · from sources
what they call their work
#leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter
A curated newsletter providing updates on trends and tips in the animal welfare profession.
Advocacy Help Desk
Direct access to expertise from the Animal Policy Group for guidance and resources on advocacy questions.
Ambassador Program
A program to gain skills for navigating challenging conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and practice presenting to colleagues, including in-person training and online coaching.
Career Center
A platform for members to post job openings in the animal welfare profession.
Certificate Programs
Self-paced online professional development opportunities, including Leadership and Fundraising Certificate Programs.
Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA)
A leadership credential for animal welfare professionals, with a certification exam.
Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study
Provides on-demand insights related to compensation and benefits in the animal welfare field.
Executive Coaching
A members-only offering designed to accelerate growth and provide expert guidance for leaders in animal welfare.
Grant Database
A compilation of various grants available to animal welfare organizations from different foundations and government agencies.
HR & Operations Leadership Group
A think-tank of human resources and operations professionals who meet regularly to share insights and discuss challenges.
Leadership Accelerator Series
A four-session course for senior leaders to embed DEI principles and practices into their animal welfare organizations.
Legislative Policy Map
An interactive map providing summary information and progress updates on animal welfare and veterinary legislation by state or region.
Regional Representative Program
A program offering options for members to connect with colleagues regionally.
Resource Library (DEI)
A tool to establish foundational knowledge on DEI, including recommended podcasts, books, reports, courses, and toolkits.
Roundtable Events on Industry Trends
Virtual events featuring panels of thought-leaders from within the membership to discuss industry trends.
SeeDS Assessment
A science-based Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey assessment program.
Self-Paced Trainings (DEI)
A menu of recorded webinars, roundtables, courses, and conference presentations on DEI topics.
The Leadership Summit
A live spring online event for members.
The Network
An online platform for member connection, allowing members to join groups, post, share resources, and attend events.
The Solutions Summit
The annual conference for animal welfare professionals.
activities · 10 groups
what they do
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Professional Certification & Education Discounts 6 activities
- Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) Exam DiscountOffers members a 50% discount on Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) exam fees, saving over $400.
- Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study DiscountOffers members a $200 discount on Basic or Premium Access to its Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study.
- Executive Coaching Services DiscountProvides members with a 20% discount on executive coaching services.
- Member Discounts and Financial IncentivesProvides members with cost-saving benefits including a 50% discount on the CAWA exam, 10% off the SeeDS assessment, 20% off executive coaching, $200 off the Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study, and free unlimited job postings in the Career Center.
- Provide member discounts on professional services and assessmentsOffers members financial benefits including a 50% discount on the CAWA exam, 10% off the SeeDS assessment, 20% off executive coaching, $200 off the Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study, and free unlimited job postings in the Career Center.
- Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey (SeeDS) DiscountOffers members a 10% discount on the Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey (SeeDS) assessment program.
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Professional Development & Certification Programs 5 activities
- Annual and Virtual ConveningsHosts large-scale and virtual events for professional development and knowledge sharing, including the annual Solutions Summit, the spring Leadership Summit with free member access and on-demand recordings, and virtual roundtables featuring industry thought-leaders.
- Facilitate peer learning and regional networksSupports structured peer exchange through the HR & Operations Leadership Group, which meets regularly to discuss shared challenges, and the Regional Representative Program that fosters local member connections across regions.
- HR & Operations Leadership GroupConvenes an HR & Operations Leadership Group of human resources and operations professionals that meets regularly to share insights and discuss challenges.
- Member Networking and Community PlatformsFacilitates member connection and peer learning through an online platform called The Network, a Regional Representative Program to support regional engagement, and a regularly convening HR & Operations Leadership Group for professionals in those roles.
- Virtual Roundtable EventsHosts virtual roundtable events on industry trends featuring thought-leaders from its membership.
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Customized Professional Skills Workshops 4 activities
- Ambassador Program TrainingOffers a 3-day in-person training with online coaching and full scholarships covering travel and accommodations for participants in the Ambassador Program.
- Deliver leadership and professional development training programsOffers structured training initiatives including a 3-day in-person Ambassador Program with online coaching and full scholarships, a four-session Leadership Accelerator Series for senior leaders focused on DEI integration, and certificates of completion with access to office hours.
- Leadership Accelerator SeriesDelivers a four-session Leadership Accelerator Series for senior leaders, providing tools to embed DEI principles and offering certificates of completion and access to office hours.
- Leadership and DEI Training ProgramsDelivers structured leadership development and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) capacity-building programs, including a four-session Leadership Accelerator Series for senior leaders, a 3-day in-person Ambassador Program with online coaching and full scholarships, and over 40 self-paced trainings on DEI topics.
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Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 3 activities
- Distribute curated industry intelligence to membersProduces and publishes the #leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter, delivering curated content on trends, innovations, and practical tips relevant to animal welfare professionals.
- Information and Policy Resources for MembersOffers curated and actionable information to members through the #leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter, an interactive legislative policy map tracking animal welfare and veterinary bills, and access to recorded content from events and trainings.
- Weekly Industry NewsletterPublishes the #leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter, which provides curated content on trends and tips in the animal welfare profession.
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Animal Protection Policy Advocacy 2 activities
- Legislative Policy MapProvides an interactive legislative policy map for members to track animal welfare and veterinary legislation, including summary information and progress updates on bills.
- Track and disseminate legislative policy developmentsProvides an interactive legislative policy map that enables members to monitor animal welfare and veterinary legislation, including bill summaries and progress updates.
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DEI and Leadership Coaching & Training 2 activities
- Maintain online learning and resource platformsOperates a digital repository with over 40 self-paced trainings such as webinars, courses, and conference recordings on DEI and related topics, and hosts The Network, an online platform for member connection and collaboration.
- Self-Paced DEI Training CollectionMaintains a collection of over 40 self-paced trainings including webinars, roundtables, courses, and conference presentations on DEI topics.
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Member-Focused Job Board & Career Matching 1 activity
- Career Center Job PostingsAllows members to post unlimited job openings for free in its Career Center.
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Member Networking & Communication Services 1 activity
- Online Member NetworkOperates an online platform called The Network for member connection.
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Professional Networking & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Regional Representative ProgramOffers a Regional Representative Program to facilitate regional connections among members.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Annual Solutions Summit ConferenceHosts an annual conference called The Solutions Summit.
- Host annual and virtual convenings for membersOrganizes large-scale gatherings including the annual Solutions Summit and virtual Leadership Summit, providing live access and recordings, as well as virtual roundtables featuring industry thought-leaders to discuss trends and best practices.
- The Leadership Summit EventProvides members with free admission to its live spring online event, The Leadership Summit, and access to its recordings.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$2.10M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$2.03M97%
Investment income$69K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.24M
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$687K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.40M
Cash$1.36M
Investments$1.82M
Liabilities$1000K
Net assets$2.40M
Liquid reserves17.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +14.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Tedford CAWA | President and CEO | 40 | $216K |
board members · 12
- Andrew Platou — Treasurer (Current)
- Anne Reed JD — Secretary
- Apryl Steele DVM CAWA — Board Member
- Brad Shear CAWA — Board Member
- Carmine DiCenso — Board Member
- Corey Price CAWA — Board Member
- Ed Jamison — Board Member
- Martha Boden PMP CAWA — Board Member
- Matthew Pepper — Chair
- Rachel Finney CAWA — Board Member
- Shelly Moore CAWA — Treasurer
- Steven Hansen DVM MBA — Board Member
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Animal Care Expo Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- Animal Policy Group Partner — Provides expertise and guidance for the Advocacy Help Desk.
- GrantStation Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- Hill’s Pet Nutrition Partner — Sponsor of The Association for Animal Welfare blog content
- TechImpact Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- The Life of Riley at Spring Point Funder — Supports The Association's DEI initiatives.