Kansas Society of Association Executives upcoming events

2026 KSAE Advocacy Room at the Capitol (12 Jan 2026)

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

KSAE Advocacy Room – Registration Information

KSAE offers members exclusive access to the KSAE Advocacy Room at the Kansas State Capitol, a convenient, dedicated space for meetings, calls, and advocacy activities during the legislative session.

Location & Access

Located in Room 140-S, across from the cage elevator
Serves as your office away from your office
The room is not staffed
Registered users may access the room anytime, day or night, using their assigned key

Room Features

Printer / scanner / copier
Television with access to live broadcasts
Workspace and small conference table
Comfortable chairs
Keurig
Hanging coat rack

Registration & Fees

$150 per registered user
$20 per additional user/key within the same organization
*Register additional team members within your organization as a guest
Fees reflect a modest increase due to higher Capitol room rental and maintenance costs.

Room Access & Keys

The Advocacy Room lock will be changed for the upcoming year.
All users must obtain a new key, even if they previously had access.
Users are expected to lock the room when not in use, in alignment with Capitol security requirements.
New keys will be available for pickup at the BHL office

Important Notes

Access is limited to KSAE members only
All users must be registered in advance
Registration is required for each individual who will use the space

KSAE 2026 Election Series: Gubernatorial Meet & Greet + Kansas House Election Preview (16 Jun 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

KSAE 2026 Election Series: Two Separate Events

Gubernatorial Meet & Greet + Kansas House Election Preview

KSAE is proud to offer members exclusive access to two premier political events designed to keep you informed, connected, and prepared for the upcoming Kansas elections.

Gubernatorial Candidate Meet & Greet + Happy Hour

Tuesday, June 16 | Topeka Country Club
Program: 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Reception: 4:00 – 5:30 PM

Kick off the election season with a unique opportunity to hear directly from candidates for Kansas Governor. Invited candidates (attendance based on availability) will each have dedicated time to address attendees and share their vision for the state of Kansas.

Following candidate remarks, join us for a relaxed happy hour reception where you can engage one-on-one with candidates and their staff while networking with fellow KSAE members.

Kansas House Election Preview

Tuesday, August 18 | Topeka, KS
2:00 – 4:00 PM

Gain valuable insight into the upcoming Kansas House elections during this informative preview session. A Republican and Democratic presenter will each provide analysis of key races, highlight competitive districts, and share what to expect heading into the general election.

This program builds on KSAE’s trusted election preview format—offering timely, nonpartisan insights to help you better understand the political landscape and its potential impact.

Registration Rates

$120 – Gubernatorial Event Only ($150 NON-member Price)
$90 – House Election Preview Only ($115 NON-member Price)
$180 – Attend Both Events (Best Value) ($240 NON-member Price)

Sponsorship Opportunity – $500

One (1) registration to attend both events
Verbal recognition at both events
Signage recognition at both events

Marketing That Works: The Association Growth Playbook (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Association leaders everywhere are asking the same questions: How do we attract new members? Increase engagement? Communicate our value more effectively? And how do we do it all with limited time, staff, and resources?

Join the team from Compass Marketing & Advertising Partners on Thursday, August 27 | 12:30–1:30 PM in Topeka for a timely and highly relevant session designed specifically for association professionals.

This program explores one of the most important topics facing associations today: creating meaningful connections that lead to stronger membership growth, deeper engagement, and greater organizational impact. Drawing from real-world experience and work with associations, Compass will share practical strategies, current trends, and lessons learned from organizations that are successfully building momentum and telling their stories in ways that resonate.

Whether your organization is focused on recruitment, retention, advocacy, education, or overall visibility, this session will provide ideas and practical takeaways you can put to work immediately.

Location: Compass Marketing & Advertising Partners, Topeka
Time: 12:30–1:30 PM
CAE Credit: Pending approval

This is an important opportunity for association leaders to engage in a conversation around one of the biggest issues impacting our industry today: how organizations continue to evolve, remain relevant, and create meaningful value for members.