Lou Kornet Achieves Association Executive Certification
SPRINGFIELD — Lou Kornet, vice president and chief of staff at the Markens Group Inc. (TMG), has been designated as a certified association executive (CAE).
Conferred by the American Society of Association Executives, the certification is the highest professional credential in the association industry. To be designated as a certified association executive, an applicant must have five years experience in nonprofit-organization management, complete a minimum of 100 hours of specialized professional development, pass a stringent examination, and pledge to uphold a code of ethics.
“Although the certification process was rigorous, it was well worth the effort,” said Kornet. “I am already implementing some of the tips and best practices I learned so as to provide our clients even more value.”
Only 4,000 association executives across the globe currently hold the title of CAE, not only due to the rigorous requirements of certification but also because it designates a lifelong commitment to the profession that continues even after certification has been achieved. To maintain the certification, individuals must undertake ongoing professional-development activities in association and nonprofit management.
“I am thrilled that Lou Kornet has earned the honorable status of CAE,” said Ben Markens, president of the Markens Group. “Lou’s achievement reinforces TMG’s commitment to delivering high-quality association-management services that are informed by industry best practices and proven strategies for success.”
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