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NZSAE Learning Circles

NZSAE Learning Circles are structured, peer-led professional development forums designed to bring association professionals together to grow their knowledge, explore common challenges, and share sector-specific insights. Each Circle focuses on a key function of association management and is designed to be highly practical, relevant, and accessible. The goal is to build confidence, capability, and connections among members in a safe, supportive environment.

Whether you're new to the sector or an experienced leader, the Learning Circles offer a powerful opportunity to learn from experts, discuss real-world experiences, and build lasting relationships with peers from across Aotearoa. The sessions are informal yet purposeful, fostering open discussion and collaborative problem-solving.

Please scroll down to see the respective events to register for

How It Works

  • Sessions rotate fortnightly across the five Learning Circles Streams
  • Each session includes a 30-minute expert presentation (recorded for later access)
  • Followed by off-the-record peer discussion and Q&A
  • Open and free to all NZSAE members
  • Counts toward the New Zealand Certificate in Applied Association Management (CAAM)


Explore the Five Core Learning Circles Streams Below

Member Engagement

Grow, retain, and engage your members.

  • Recruitment & onboarding (18 Sept 25) 
  • Retention & Renewal strategy (27 Nov 25)
  • Building community & belonging (26 Feb 26)
  • Segmented communication (7 May 26)
  • Member value proposition (16 July 26)

Digital Tools & Technology

Leverage tech to improve performance.

  • AI tools in associations (2 Oct 25)
  • Choosing and using CRMs (11 Dec 25)
  • Data-led decision making (12 Mar 26)
  • Dashboards and analytics (21 May 26)
  • Workflow automation (30 July 26)

Engagement, Events & Experience

Shape how people connect with you.

  • Branding & storytelling (16 Oct 25)
  • Multi-channel communications (15 Jan 26)
  • Sponsorship strategy (26 Mar 26)
  • Event & conference design (4 June 26)
  • Member journey design (13 Aug 26)

Finance, Risk & Operations

Support sound governance and delivery.

  • Budgeting & forecasting (30 Oct 25)
  • Reporting & transparency (29 Jan 26)
  • Risk registers & mitigation (9 April 26)
  • Compliance & governance (18 June 26)
  • Operational efficiency (27 Aug 26)


Leadership & Strategy

Lead with clarity and direction.

  • Working with your board (13 Nov 25)
  • Strategic planning (12 Feb 26)
  • Leadership development (23 April 26)
  • Advocacy & sector voice ( 2 July 26)
  • Succession planning (10 Sept 26)


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