Opening Keynote: Mental Health by the Numbers
Steve Baue
CEO Baue Management Group

Steve Baue has more than 30 years of domestic and international experience in organizational / leadership development, human resources, and executive-level leadership. He is currently the owner and CEO of five companies which encompass best-in-class short- and long-term mental health counseling, executive coaching, inspiring keynotes, insightful books, and spaces that become second homes. What unites these companies is Steve’s simple purpose, to care and to help.

The mental health statistics from 2023 are in and show reported mental health diagnoses are increasing: from 31% in 2019 to 45% in 2023. Is this a bad thing? In this presentation, Baue will discuss the differences between mental wellness, mental health, and mental illness and break down the most current mental health statistics, providing useful data that leaders and organizations can use to support their employees and families.

General Session Keynote: Inclusive and Ethical Leadership
Debbie Trueblood, MSW, FASAE, IOM, CAE
Association Management Center

Breakout #1: AI - What You Need to Know
Heather Ferguson
UW Small Business Development Center

Breakout #2: Budgeting Tips and Tricks
Jennifer Rzepka, CAE
Owner of Association Resource Center

General Session Keynote: Confidence Builders (& Destroyers)
Gina Glover
National Speaker Association

Breakout #3: Partnering with your CVB
Megan Husband, Visit MKE
Alison Hutchinson, Fox Cities CVB
Heather Dyer, CAE, MDS Association Management

Breakout #4: Maximizing the Impact of Social Media
Michele Sewart
Executive Director, Inc.

Closing Keynote: Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout
Naomi Tucker, CMP
Planners on Purpose

Strategic Events Consultant and Burnout Prevention Coach at Planners on Purpose. She has more than twenty-eight years of experience in planning and managing events and loves to share her learnings on her podcast and in her coaching programs. When she’s not podcasting, or teaching, Naomi enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and getting lost in a good book. 

In this presentation, you’ll uncover the unique stressors faced by professionals in this fast-paced field and provide actionable strategies to mitigate pressure and bolster resilience. From juggling multiple priorities to navigating stakeholder expectations, this session will address common stress triggers and will equip you with effective techniques to maintain composure and enhance productivity. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a rising leader in association management, this session offers invaluable insights to help you thrive in the face of industry pressures.