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April 24, 2026 Washington DC + Virtual

Lead Chapters, Drive Results

Join us for a day filled with insights, inspiration, and invaluable networking opportunities at CEX. This event is designed exclusively for association professionals who work with chapters.

Register for CEX today!

About the Event

The Association Component Exchange (CEX) is a forum for association professionals who manage, nurture, and work with chapters to share successes, struggles, strategies, and innovations with your peers!

CEX is so much more than a one-day event. CEX is a mindset. It’s a conversation. It’s a community!

When & Where

April 24, 2026
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., ET.

In- Person & Virtual

In-person at the AGU Conference Center in Washington, DC and online via the Matchbox platform.

Registration Rates

Eary Bird Rate: $149
On or before March 13, 2026

Regular Rate: $179
Starting March 14, 2026

Group Rate: $159
Starting March 14, 2026
3 or more staff at the same organization

Why You Should Attend CEX

The Only Event Designed for Chapter Leaders

Collaborative peer-to-peer solution rounds, engaging learning and networking experiences, and access to chapter tools and resources.

Brainstorm, Discuss & Network, Together

Seize the opportunity to elevate your CRP journey, forge new connections, and equip yourself with valuable insights to drive success in 2026.

Come for the Content, Leave with a New Community

You’ll have time to work out problems, share ideas, and build relationships with others in your profession. Benefit from the collective wisdom, insight, and inspiration.

CEX Value

We’re keeping prices low so association professionals of all budgets can join us, connect, and gain insights. Invest in your growth without breaking the bank.

Register early for the best price available–it’s even cheaper than our group registration.

Early Bird Registration (through March 13, 2026)
$149 per person

Standard Registration (after March 13, 2026)
$179 per person

Group Registration (3+ from the same organization after March 13, 2026)
$159 per person

  • One of the most valuable things is the fact that people can submit what they are interested in, what they want to learn about so that by the time we get together you all do a great job of matching us with people who do things differently so we can learn from one another.”

    Wesley Carr
    Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS)
  • It’s revolutionary. It’s you and all of your colleagues. They get it, they understand the pain points and they cheer you on and give you new ideas.”

    Lindsay Currie
    Council on Undergraduate Research (Formerly at RAPS)
  • These are my people and there is no other event that serves the chapter component relations community like this one does.”

    Jill Murphy
    Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
  • CEX is the furthest thing from a conference. It’s talking to the experts, it’s learning something new. You are not being spoken at, it’s a true collaboration.”

    Patrick Algyer
    Encore Engagement Solutions (Formerly at GBTA)
  • Being a part of CEX is critically important for any membership professional honestly. It doesn’t matter if you are managing members, your managing chapters, state affiliates, special interest groups, sections.”

    Kelly Verberg
    Kelly Verberg
    American Staffing Association (ASA)
  • I wish all virtual presenters had your enthusiasm and ability to change pacing throughout their programs—and would use case studies!! Your program was excellent and the best virtual I’ve attended in pursuit of my CAE renewal.”

    Mary Byers
    CAE, CSP
  • From CEX this year, I have great ideas for how we are going to develop into our chapters, how we are going to change them, and transform them. I had a great time, I love this! Coming back again. I am already making my reservation for next year.”

    Becky Folger
    Becky Folger
    American Mensa

About the CEX Hosts

About re:Members

re:Members Chapter Performance, formerly Billhighway, unifies finances and data for organizations with components. We solve inherent operational, data, and financial complexities that impact component-based associations.

About Mariner Management

Mariner Management & Marketing is your partner in helping association volunteers and staff create the greatest possible value for your members and in ensuring the long term health and growth of your association.