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  • ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership Graphic

    National CAE Outreach Committee Member

    ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership

    - 1 year

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    Worked with the ASAE headquarter staff on branding & marketing the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.

Publications

  • The ROI of Membership-Today's Missing Link for Explosive Growth

    Ryjon Books

    The ROI of Membership is edgy. It’s one of those infrequent gems that challenges common practice, debunks bad advice about what to do instead, and provides a practical roadmap of how to do it right. Since the advent of the internet, false prophets have predicted the end of membership as a business model. Rigsbee settles the dispute by providing a proven method to make the business case for membership as a business model.

    The ROI of Membership recognizes that perceived value is what…

    The ROI of Membership is edgy. It’s one of those infrequent gems that challenges common practice, debunks bad advice about what to do instead, and provides a practical roadmap of how to do it right. Since the advent of the internet, false prophets have predicted the end of membership as a business model. Rigsbee settles the dispute by providing a proven method to make the business case for membership as a business model.

    The ROI of Membership recognizes that perceived value is what sustains engagement and the demonstration of tangible value is what earns the perception. Until this book, the process of discovering, identifying, quantifying, and communicating the tangible value of membership has eluded too many worthy organizations.

    Rigsbee has provided his colleagues with the final elusive piece for today’s member recruitment puzzle. Based on insight drawn from years of experience as a business and nonprofit executive and advisor, he has laid out a step-by-step process to determine and convey value to current and prospective members in terms that will have meaning to them.

    The ROI of Membership is a practical, no-nonsense handbook for how membership driven organizations can meaningfully and honestly articulate their value proposition. It provides a methodology, along with explanation, about why and how you go through the ROI process and then use your findings to grow and retain members.

    This book is a truly groundbreaking work. It is different from any other “member recruitment” book available today. It offers both strategy and tactics for proving the ROI of membership, in real dollar numbers. It enables associations to demonstrate the business mindset that members want to see accompany dedication to their cause. And, it provides a means for association executives to embed sustained commitment to a relevant, compelling, and quantified value proposition into the association's culture.

    Glenn Tecker

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  • Kids, Parents & Soccer

    Ryjon Books

    A 40-year historical look at soccer and the influence of American Youth Soccer Organization, Region 9 on the Conejo Valley in Ventura County, California

  • PartnerShift-How to Profit from the Partnering Trend

    Wiley

    How to develop total organizational partnering for high-level ROI.

  • Developing Strategic Alliances

    Crisp Publishing

    Simple guide for small business to develop and implement successful strategic alliances.

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  • The Art of Partnering

    Kendall/Hunt

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Honors & Awards

  • 2025 Nido Qubein Philanthropist of the Year Award

    National Speakers Association Foundation

    The Nido Qubein Philanthropist of the Year Award, presented by the National Speakers Association Foundation (NSAF), honors the extraordinary spirit of generosity within the professional speaking community. Named for Dr. Nido R. Qubein, CSP, CPAE—renowned speaker, philanthropist, and president of High Point University—the award celebrates those who embody the belief that true success includes giving back.

    This annual recognition spotlights speakers and leaders who leverage their…

    The Nido Qubein Philanthropist of the Year Award, presented by the National Speakers Association Foundation (NSAF), honors the extraordinary spirit of generosity within the professional speaking community. Named for Dr. Nido R. Qubein, CSP, CPAE—renowned speaker, philanthropist, and president of High Point University—the award celebrates those who embody the belief that true success includes giving back.

    This annual recognition spotlights speakers and leaders who leverage their influence, resources, and time to create lasting impact. Recipients are chosen for their demonstrated commitment to philanthropy, their ability to inspire others toward generosity, and the sustainable results of their efforts. Whether through founding charitable organizations, funding education, or raising awareness for critical causes, honorees show how speaking is a platform not only for influence but also for significance.

    The award is presented at NSA’s Influence Conference, serving as a powerful reminder that the speaking profession is uniquely positioned to drive change. Past recipients reflect diverse paths of giving, but all share a dedication to service that strengthens communities and elevates the profession.

    By recognizing philanthropic leadership, the NSAF encourages speakers everywhere to embrace generosity as part of their legacy. The Nido Qubein Philanthropist of the Year Award affirms that the greatest measure of a speaker’s success is not applause, but lives transformed through giving.

  • Kentucky Colonel

    Commonwealth of Kentucky

    Commissioned Kentucky Colonel by Steven Beshear, Governor, Commonwealth of Kentucky.

  • Paul Harris Fellow

    Rotary International

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  • American Society of Association Executives

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