New Economic Impact Study Shows Surprising Confidence Yet Signals Concerns for Association Community

WASHINGTON, DC, February 18, 2009 — Results of a new economic impact study recently conducted by ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership point to new challenges associations might have to face in the near future. The study, titled “ASAE & The Center Impact Study — Beliefs, Behaviors and Attitudes in Response to the Current Economy,” shows that although overall the association sector is doing well, there are some important points that association leaders should consider when planning their business strategies for this and next year.