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ARIZONA SOCIETY OF ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 860276753 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Micro (<$100K) · azsae.org
revenue
$50K
expenses
$59K
net assets
$9K
employees
mission · from form 990

EDUCATION FOR NONPROFIT PROFESSIONALS

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional association for association executives and nonprofit leaders in Arizona, providing education, networking, and professional development opportunities. Supports members through workshops, webinars, conferences, and certification programs including the CAE and QAS 2.0. Founded in 1962, it serves over 150 member organizations across the state.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Awards Gala
Year-end celebration recognizing outstanding contributions by association professionals in Arizona
Annual Executive Getaway
Summer retreat outside Phoenix combining professional development, networking, property tours, and recreational activities for association leaders
CAE Preparation Program
Partnership with Michigan Society of Association Executives to offer full, concentrated, and cram prep courses for the Certified Association Executive exam
Career Center
Online job board connecting employers in the association sector with job seekers
Professional Development Webinars
Live and on-demand webinars offering CAE credits, with 2 live sessions per month and over 70 self-study courses available to members
QAS 2.0 Certificate Program
Qualified Association Specialist program providing foundational knowledge in association management for professionals at all levels
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Professional Development & Certification Programs 14 activities
    • CAE Certification Support
      Supports members in achieving and maintaining their Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential by offering programs that qualify for CAE credit, maintaining participation records, providing a scholarship, partnering on virtual prep courses, and maintaining a resource library.
    • CAE Certification Support
      Supports members in achieving and maintaining their Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential by offering programs that qualify for CAE credit, maintaining participation records, providing a scholarship, partnering on virtual prep courses, and maintaining a resource library.
    • CAE Certification Support
      Offers the LaDonna Courtney CAE Scholarship to assist individuals in pursuing their CAE certification and partners with the Michigan Society of Association Executives to provide virtual CAE prep courses, including application assistance, discussion groups, practice exams, mentoring, and recorded calls. Additionally, it maintains a resource library of books and materials for CAE exam preparation.
    • CAE Certification Support
      Supports members in achieving and maintaining their Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential by offering programs that qualify for CAE credit, maintaining records of participant involvement, providing a scholarship, and partnering to offer virtual CAE prep courses with application assistance and mentoring. It also maintains a CAE resource library.
    • CAE Credential Support and Resources
      Offers comprehensive support for members pursuing or maintaining the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential, including a scholarship, CAE prep courses, maintenance of participation records for CAE credit, and a resource library of relevant materials.
    • CAE Exam Preparation and Resources
      Provides targeted support for CAE certification candidates through a partnership with the Michigan Society of Association Executives, offering three virtual prep courses (Full Prep, Concentrated, Cram) with mentoring, practice exams, and application assistance. Also maintains a CAE resource library of books and materials for member use.
    • Professional Development and CAE Credential Support
      Offers a comprehensive suite of education programs—including live and virtual sessions, webinars, self-study courses, and in-person events—that meet the professional development requirements for earning or maintaining the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential. The organization maintains participant records for CAE credit verification and clearly identifies eligible programs.
    • Professional Development and Education for Association Professionals
      Provides a range of educational and professional development opportunities for association professionals, including webinars, in-person events, leadership forums, an annual getaway, and an annual membership meeting. These programs often meet the requirements for earning or maintaining the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential, with records of participant involvement maintained.
    • Professional Development and Education for Association Professionals
      Provides a range of educational and professional development opportunities for association professionals, including webinars, in-person events, leadership forums, and self-study courses. These programs are designed to help members gain insights, knowledge, leadership strategies, and meet requirements for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.
    • Professional Development and Education for Association Professionals
      Provides a range of educational and professional development opportunities for association professionals, including webinars, in-person events, leadership forums, and self-study courses. These programs are designed to help members gain insights, knowledge, leadership strategies, and meet requirements for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.
    • Professional Development and Education for Association Professionals
      Provides a variety of educational and professional development opportunities for association professionals, including webinars, in-person events, leadership forums, and self-study courses. These programs are designed to help members gain insights, knowledge, leadership strategies, and meet requirements for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.
    • Professional Development and Education for Association Professionals
      Provides a range of educational and professional development opportunities for association professionals, including webinars, in-person events, leadership forums, and self-study courses. These programs are designed to help members gain insights, knowledge, leadership strategies, and meet requirements for the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.
    • QAS 2.0 Certificate Program
      Delivers the Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) 2.0 Certificate Program, which provides association professionals with a broad foundation in association management and supports their professional growth.
    • Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) 2.0 Certificate Program
      Offers the Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) 2.0 Certificate Program, which provides a broad view of association management for professionals.
  • Member-Focused Job Board & Career Matching 6 activities
    • Career Center and Job Postings
      Operates an online Career Center to connect employers and job seekers, displaying approved job postings on its website for 30 days and announcing them once to AzSAE members via email.
    • Career Center and Job Postings
      Operates an online Career Center to connect employers and job seekers within the association community, displaying approved job postings and announcing them to members via email.
    • Career Services
      Operates an online Career Center to connect employers and job seekers, displaying approved job postings on its website and announcing them to members via email.
    • Career Services
      Operates an online Career Center to connect employers and job seekers within the association community, displaying approved job postings on its website and announcing them to members via email.
    • Career Services
      Operates an online Career Center to connect employers and job seekers, displaying approved job postings on its website and announcing them to members via email.
    • Workforce Development and Career Services
      Operates an online Career Center that hosts job postings for 30 days and promotes them to members via email. Also offers the LaDonna Courtney CAE Scholarship to support individuals pursuing CAE certification.
  • Professional Membership and Job Board Services 4 activities
    • Membership Partnership Program
      Offers a year-round partnership program that provides targeted exposure and exclusive benefits to organizations within the Arizona association community, serving over 150 member organizations statewide.
    • Partnership Program
      Offers a year-round partnership program that provides targeted exposure and exclusive benefits to organizations within the Arizona association community.
    • Partnership Program
      Offers a year-round partnership program that provides targeted exposure and exclusive benefits to organizations within the Arizona association community.
    • Partnership Program
      Offers a year-round partnership program designed to provide targeted exposure and exclusive benefits to organizations within the Arizona association community.
  • Member Networking & Communication Services 4 activities
    • Networking Events
      Hosts dedicated networking events, including an Annual Executive Getaway retreat, to facilitate relationship building among association professionals.
    • Networking Events and Member Recognition
      Hosts dedicated networking events, including an Annual Executive Getaway retreat and a monthly Virtual Speaker Series, to foster relationships among professionals. The organization also recognizes outstanding members and professionals through an Annual Awards Gala.
    • Networking Events and Member Recognition
      Hosts dedicated networking events, including an Annual Executive Getaway retreat and a monthly Virtual Speaker Series, to foster relationships among professionals. The organization also recognizes outstanding members and professionals through an Annual Awards Gala.
    • Networking and Member Engagement Events
      Organizes dedicated networking events, an annual executive getaway retreat, and an annual membership meeting to foster relationships and provide professional development opportunities for its members. It also hosts an Annual Awards Gala to recognize outstanding members and professionals.
  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 3 activities
    • Leadership and Networking Events
      Hosts a range of in-person and virtual events designed for leadership development and professional networking, including Leadership Forums, CAE Summits, an Annual Executive Getaway retreat, and regular networking gatherings such as breakfasts, luncheons, and afternoon sessions.
    • Networking Events
      Hosts dedicated networking events for professionals to build relationships within the Arizona association community.
    • Virtual Speaker Series
      Organizes a monthly Virtual Speaker Series, held 10 times per year (excluding August and December), featuring industry insights and trends for association professionals.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Annual Awards Gala
      Organizes and hosts an Annual Awards Gala each December to recognize outstanding members and professionals in the industry, involving nominations, voting, and securing sponsorships and donations.
    • Annual Awards Gala
      Hosts an Annual Awards Gala each December to recognize outstanding members and professionals in the industry, which involves garnering award nominations, managing the voting process, and obtaining donations for the silent auction and Gala sponsorships.
    • Annual Recognition and Awards Program
      Hosts the Annual Awards Gala each December to recognize outstanding association professionals and members, including managing award nominations, voting, and securing sponsorships and silent auction donations.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$50K
Contributions & grants$2K3%
Program service revenue$30K61%
Investment income$410%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$59K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$39K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$9K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +21.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
KOROLYN KIBURZ ADMINISTRATOR 5 $35K
board members · 6
  • BRENT DAVIS — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID KOLOZAR — DIRECTOR
  • JOANNE WINTER — DIRECTOR
  • KAREN TONKINSON — DIRECTOR
  • PENNY ALLPHIN — DIRECTOR
  • TONYA DESKINS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • ASAE Partner — AzSAE is a CAE Approved Provider, meeting requirements for the CAE credential, though AzSAE programs are not endorsed, accredited, or affiliated with ASAE or the CAE program.
  • ASAE Center Partner — Provides information about the CAE credential and Approved Provider program.
  • AzSAE Network — Organization participates in the AzSAE Association Partner Program, indicating membership or affiliation with AzSAE.
  • CAE Approved Provider Partner — AzSAE is an approved provider for CAE, offering programs that meet professional development requirements for the Certified Association Executive credential.
  • CHDB Law LLP Partner — General Counsel for the Arizona Society of Association Executives
  • HSMAI AZ Partner — AzSAE networks, participates, and supports HSMAI AZ, listing their special events on its industry calendar.
  • Michigan Society of Association Executives Partner — Partners to offer CAE prep courses.
  • SeminarWeb Partner — Platform used for registering for webinars and courses.
  • The Power of A Partner — Promotes "The Power of A" initiative which highlights how associations create positive change.