Certifications & Designations

CAE Certification

The Certified Association Executive (CAE) Program, conferred by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), is intended to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and recognize those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the practice of association management.

CalSAE supports it's members by offering two virtual CAE study groups each year. You'll study onlongside your peers, hear from CAE mentors and get the inside scoop on exam and study tips.  Use the button below for additional information.

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CMP Designation

The Events Industry Council (EIC) certifies individuals through an internationally recognized certification program that evaluates the competency of meeting professionals. With more than 11,000 meeting professionals in 55 countries around the globe holding the CMP designation, it represents the standard of excellence in today's meetings, conventions and exhibitions industry.

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IOM Designation

Institute for Organization Management was designed to enhance individual performance, elevate professional standards, and recognize association, chamber of commerce, and other nonprofit professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of nonprofit management. It is the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

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