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 AI 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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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