Harvest Highlight— the premier event for association leadership. Thursday, October 30, 2025 Join top CEOs, C-suite executives, senior leaders, and volunteer board members from across New York State for Harvest Highlight — the premier event for association leadership.This one-day experience delivers expert-led education, targeted networking, and strategic insights designed to help you tackle the evolving challenges of leading an association today. Whether you lead a large organization or a small association, Harvest Highlight is your opportunity to:
Be part of the conversations shaping the future of associations. Keynote Highlight: Arel MoodieThis year’s breakfast keynote speaker is Arel Moodie, who will share how to build people power through a powerful and timely framework: Adult Development Theory. With over 60 years of research behind it, this approach reveals how all people — regardless of background or title — evolve through predictable stages of growth. Understanding these stages gives you the ability to connect, influence, and lead with new depth and clarity. Watch Arel’s message to ESSAE leaders: Thank you to our Keynote Breakfast sponsor: 1000 Islands International Tourism Council! Do You Enjoy Learning, Networking and Discounts? Thinking About Joining ESSAE? Now is the perfect time to become a member today and pay half the cost — your prorated membership will run through the end of 2025 and includes discounts for:
Learn more and join online: www.essae.org/membership Locations
Registration, general sessions, and all meals will take place at the Excelsior Springs Event Center, 47 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Breakout sessions and overnight accommodations are located at the Courtyard Saratoga Springs, 11 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, next door to the event center
Parking:
Additional parking is available at the Courtyard Saratoga Springs. Guests staying overnight should also park at the hotel and use the lobby elevator to access the M Level, then exit through the glass double doors to reach the event center.
Please note that although the buildings are adjacent, they are not physically connected and require a short walk outdoors between venues.
ProgramDetailed program information will be announced later this summer. Here's an overview of last year's event for a taste of what to expect. Overnight Accommodations*A courtesy room block has been arranged at Courtyard Saratoga Springs. Event PartnershipWe would be honored for you to join us as a valued Event Partner. |