Expand Your Network, Elevate Your Impact—Why CEX Is a Must-Attend

Looking to grow your career and connect with fellow association professionals? Join us on April 4th for the Association Component Exchange (CEX), hosted by re:Members & Mariner Management. CEX 2025 will be held in person at the AGU Conference Center in Washington, DC, and online via the Matchbox Virtual Media platform. CEX is about community; it’s about learning and building connections with other CRPs who share the same experiences as you. Don’t miss your chance to engage, share insights, and build meaningful connections!

But Why Should I Attend? What Do I Get Out Of It?

Great questions! Allow me to express the opportunity at hand.

This year, CEX is tackling one of the most pressing and exciting topics in the industry—leveraging AI and technology to enhance chapter management and empower volunteers. Leading the conversation is no other than the Nerdy Best Friend, Beth Z. She will be demonstrating the latest tools that may bring new ideas and opportunities for you to consider.

At re:Members, we firmly believe in being “future-ready” and we want to grant our partners the same fortuity. At CEX 2025, we are offering an exclusive opportunity to discover essential takeaways from the 2025 Benchmarking and Component Exploration study presented by Peggy Hoffman, Executive Director & President of Mariner Management & Marketing LLC, and Kristine Metter, President of Crystal Lake Partners. This preview will provide the newest trends and hurdles set to mold the future of component relations.

“Education through Collaboration” This session will uncover new methods to integrate leadership training into your association’s learning industry. Discover the advantages of collaboration between the leadership teams and the education department that can lead to substantial, positive results. Facilitating the conversation is Laura Shelters, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, Director, Education, Program Design & Evaluation, and Laura D. Skoff, Construction Management Association of America, VP, Operations. Attendees will gain fresh perspectives, proven best practices, and real-world success stories of the implementation of leadership training in an organization.

Now, CEX is not your usual sit back and take notes event, in fact, CEX is noted and praised for the hands-on experience and collaboration with other CRPs. You are given the chance to share stories and relate to past struggles and hardships only CRPs go through and understand. The chance to dive into interactive learning provides more insight than listening simply to only a speaker.

In addition to offering hands-on experiences, this event is available to attend from anywhere! That’s right, this event is also available to attend virtually. By offering a virtual option, we ensure that you are able to be included in insightful conversations, networking opportunities, and interactive discussions.

BONUS: Attendance at CEX will account for 5.5 CAE Points!

What Have Others Said? Is It Worth It?

But don’t just take our word for it—what have other CRPs said about their experience at CEX? Does the event truly deliver on its promises? Has it lived up to expectations, or even exceeded them? Let’s take a closer look at other CRP’s experiences and the lasting impact CEX has had on their careers and organizations.

“Being a part of CEX is critically important for any membership professional honestly. It doesn’t matter if you are managing members, your managing chapters, state affiliates, special interest groups, sections.”

– Kelly Verberg American Staffing Association (ASA)

“I wish all virtual presenters had your enthusiasm and ability to change pacing throughout their programs—and would use case studies!! Your program was excellent and the best virtual I’ve attended in pursuit of my CAE renewal.”

– Mary Byers CAE, CSP

“One of the most valuable things is the fact that people can submit what they are interested in, what they want to learn about so that by the time we get together you all do a great job of matching us with people who do things differently so we can learn from one another.”

– Wesley Carr Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS)

Where do I sign up?

Ready to attend the only event designed for CRPs? Don’t miss out on CEX 2025! Secure your spot today and gain insights, guidance, and invaluable connections that will generate professional growth. Whether you join us in person or virtually you walk away with fresh ideas guaranteed to produce success. For prices as low as $179 you don’t want to miss your chance on this unique opportunity! Be sure to invite your colleagues to join in on the conversation!