One hundred and twenty-nine association executives recently earned their Certified Association Executive (CAE®) credential from the CAE Commission of ASAE, joining more than 4,500 industry leaders around the globe. OSAP Member James Janosik, CAE is among those who earned the accreditation. He leads the School Employee Retirees of Ohio, Inc. (SERO).
"The CAE is a valuable and highly sought designation by many industry leaders," said OSAP President & CEO Jarrod A. Clabaugh, CAE. "We are very proud of Jim and the other members of our industry who earned this impactful accreditation from ASAE. Working with Jim in his studies, we knew he'd persevere."
The spring 2025 class of CAEs successfully completed the CAE examination administered worldwide May 1-14, 2025. They will be honored, along with the December 2024 class of CAEs, during the 2025 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Los Angeles August 9-12. A full list of the Spring 2025 class, which includes a growing contingent of global association professionals, can be found here.
"Congratulations to the newest class of CAEs," said TJ Coté, MBA, CAE, chair of the CAE Commission and president and CEO of NextGen Association Management. "This milestone is a testament to your dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing the profession. By earning the CAE credential, you join a community of leaders who are driving meaningful impact in associations and the industries they support."
The CAE program elevates professional standards, enhances individual performance, and designates those who have acquired and demonstrated the knowledge essential to the practice of association management. The CAE Program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).