Accredited AI Training for Association Pros
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Earn CAE Credits
GCM offers CAE-accredited AI training programs designed specifically for association professionals.
Whether you prefer live virtual sessions or on-demand, self-paced courses, our programs deliver proven, real-world strategies that fit your operations, and your calendar.
Approved by ASAE for CAE credit. Trusted by hundreds of association and chamber leaders nationwide.
Explore Our CAE-Accredited Trainings
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The GCM Core Series is delivered over four live Zoom sessions, held weekly.
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Each session is instructor-led by Emma or Zach Giglio and includes real-time Q&A.
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Sessions are focused on practical, real-world use cases tailored for associations.
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You’ll get access to downloadable workflows, prompt templates, and support materials for each session.
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Participants are encouraged to bring questions or examples from their own organizations.
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At the end of the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion to earn 4.5 CAE credits.
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Participants completing this course will be able to:
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Explain the core functions and limitations of off-the-shelf generative AI tools
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Identify and apply AI use cases to improve member engagement, including personalized outreach, renewals, and onboarding
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Implement AI to support advocacy and public affairs efforts, including legislative monitoring and analysis, advocacy toolkits, and stakeholder communication
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Augment routine internal tasks such as meeting summaries, document drafting, and marketing campaign planning
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Module 1
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Topic: Intro to AI for Associations
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Learning Focus: Intro to off-the-shelf AI, prompting strategies, use case overview
Module 2
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Topic: AI in Membership Engagement for Associations
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Personalization, renewals, retention, data insights
Module 3
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Topic: AI in Advocacy & Public Affairs for Associations
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Legislative analysis, stakeholder updates, policy positioning
Module 4
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Topic: AI for Scaling Communications & Marketing in Associations
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Duration: 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Automation of meeting notes, comms planning, RAG workflows, internal policies
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$390 per participant
All participants will receive access to
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Four live training sessions via Zoom
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Downloadable workflows and prompt templates
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A certificate of completion
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4.5 CAE credits upon successful completion
Custom group packages or bulk enrollment options are available upon request.
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Includes four pre-recorded training modules you can complete on your own schedule.
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Each module covers a specific area of association operations where AI can drive real results.
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You’ll get access to downloadable workflows, prompt templates, and support materials for each session.
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After completing each module, you’ll take a short knowledge check assessment to confirm comprehension.
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Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate to earn 4.5 CAE credits.
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Participants completing this course will be able to:
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Explain the core functions and limitations of off-the-shelf generative AI tools
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Identify and apply AI use cases to improve member engagement, including personalized outreach, renewals, and onboarding
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Implement AI to support advocacy and public affairs efforts, including legislative monitoring and analysis, advocacy toolkits, and stakeholder communication
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Augment routine internal tasks such as meeting summaries, document drafting, and marketing campaign planning
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Module 1
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Topic: Intro to AI for Associations
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Duration: ~ 90 minutes
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Learning Focus: Intro to off-the-shelf AI, prompting strategies, use case overview
Module 2
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Topic: AI in Membership Engagement for Associations
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Duration: ~ 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Personalization, renewals, retention, data insights
Module 3
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Topic: AI in Advocacy & Public Affairs for Associations
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Duration: ~ 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Legislative analysis, stakeholder updates, policy positioning
Module 4
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Topic: AI for Scaling Communications & Marketing in Associations
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Duration: ~ 60 minutes
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Learning Focus: Automation of meeting notes, comms planning, RAG workflows, internal policies
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$390 per participant
All participants will receive access to
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Four self-paced, pre-recorded training modules
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Downloadable workflows and prompt templates
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A short knowledge check assessment
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A certificate of completion
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4.5 CAE credits upon successful completion
Custom group packages or bulk enrollment options are available upon request.
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AI Core Series
Self-paced training
(coming soon)
Earn 4.5 CAE Credits upon completion
GCM's Credentials
Partnering with GCM provides association executives direct access to an experienced leader specifically focused on AI implementation in associations and chambers:
Deep Association Expertise
We've trained and presented to thousands of association and chamber professionals nationwide, providing AI strategies and tactics uniquely tailored for the association sector.
Real-World,
Off-the-Shelf
AI
We specialize in tools that work with existing systems—no complex tech overhauls required.
Proven
Change Management
Our approach prioritizes ease-of-use, rapid adoption, and sustainable integration, specifically designed to address the unique cultural and operational dynamics of associations.
Tailored Workflow-Based Training
Every element of our training is rooted in the day-to-day realities and workflows of association leaders, ensuring immediate applicability and measurable impact.
Academic & Professional Credibility
Zach Giglio, CEO of GCM, is:
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Certified in AI Strategy by the Wharton School of Business
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A curriculum committee and faculty member for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management
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A TEDx speaker and one of Charleston’s Forty Under 40
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A national speaker and trainer on AI implementation for SMBs