New England Society of Association Executives Announces Nicholas Oliver as New Chairman of the Board of Directors

Hartford, CT – The New England Society of Association Executives (ne/sae) announces the election of Nicholas Oliver, MPA, CAE of East Providence, RI as its new Chairman of the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term. Oliver brings over 25 years of professional experience and a proven track record of leadership within the association leadership community.

Oliver has been an integral part of ne/sae for several years, serving in various leadership roles and contributing significantly to the growth and success of the organization. As Chairman, he will be responsible for guiding the strategic direction of ne/sae, fostering collaboration among members, delivering high quality professional education and enhancing the value of membership for association professionals across the six New England states.

“It is an honor to have been elected by my peers as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the New England Society of Association Executives,” said Nicholas Oliver. “I am committed to building on the strong foundation laid by my predecessors and working closely with our members to address the evolving needs of association professionals, such as the integration of artificial intelligence, overcoming the latency to join and maintain association membership, and countering the hesitance from government officials to actively and regularly engage and learn from associations. Together, we will strive to enhance professional development opportunities, promote best practices and strengthen the voice of associations throughout New England.”

ne/sae is dedicated to providing professional education, networking and advocacy for association professionals. Under Oliver’s leadership, ne/sae will continue to deliver innovative programs and services that support the professional growth and success of its members.

Oliver earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from the University of Hartford (Bloomfield, CT) and his Master of Public Affairs from the University of Massachusetts (Boston, MA). He also earned his Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation 16 years ago. He is currently the Executive Vice President for New England Association Services (Warwick, RI) and the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Partnership for Home Care. He is an active member of Shriners International and a volunteer for the Shriners Children’s hospital network.

About the New England Society of Association Executives:
The New England Society of Association Executives (ne/sae) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the profession of association management. ne/sae provides education, networking and advocacy for association professionals and their organizations throughout New England. Through its programs and services, ne/sae supports the professional growth and success of its members and promotes excellence within the association management industry. For more information about ne/sae, please view www.nesae.org.