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Kim’s Message: August is Member Appreciation Month!

Posted by Kim Gusman, President & CEO on July 28, 2026

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No matter what you do—no matter what your career—it’s highly likely that you are helping others. August is a time when the CEA team gets to say “Thank You” for all that you do to improve California workplaces. As we celebrate our eighty-ninth year, we want to show you how much we value you and your membership.

CEA was founded by a group of business owners in San Francisco way back in 1937! And every year we take time to celebrate our history and shower our members with free webinars, fun games, and great prizes. This month we invite you to join in on the fun!

4 FREE Virtual Events for Members

Register TODAY for any or all of our complimentary August virtual events: One attendee will be selected out of each webinar to receive a gift from our webinar sponsor.

  • August 6, Communicate Like a Leader: 70% of workplace mistakes result from poor communication. Effective leaders must master active listening and conflict resolution to motivate and guide their teams. By developing these skills, leaders can strengthen relationships, reduce stress, and navigate organizational challenges with confidence.
  • August 13, Top 10 Ways to Stay Out of Court: In this fast-paced, Top Ten List countdown presentation, we highlight key pitfalls for California employers. Focused on practical and preventative measures, this session equips business owners and managers with easy-to-implement strategies to help “Stay Out of Court.”
  • August 19, Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace: What Could Go Wrong? A discussion on the different signs and methods Supervisors can use to help identify individuals under the influence. Safety Center will share its first-hand experience from a Drug and Alcohol Counselor perspective and unique insights into addiction, at-risk behaviors, and various examples of the consequences.
  • August 27, Successful Succession Planning: Succession planning is crucial for ensuring your organization remains resilient and prepared for the unexpected. By identifying and developing future leaders and key role successors, you can avoid costly vacancies, whether due to retirements or unforeseen departures.
    • Prize: Complimentary registration for a 60-minute webinar of your choice! ($99 value)

Member Satisfaction Survey

Penny for your thoughts! In August, members will receive an email from SurveyMonkey with our Annual Member Satisfaction Survey. Give us your feedback and be entered for a chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card.

Tag—You’re It!

Show off your business! We love getting to know our members, so give us a glimpse into your daily operations. Show off your products, employees, or some of your favorite CEA items on your social media. Tag CEA or use #CAemployers and be entered in our Grand Prize Drawing with every post.

Grand Prize Drawing

The lucky winner of our Grand Prize Drawing will enjoy a 1-Night stay at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay with Breakfast—valued at $525!

Special Offers and Packages at Portola Hotel & Spa

3 Opportunities to Enter the Grand Prize Drawing

  • Attend any of our free webinars
  • (Hash)tag us on social media using #CAemployers
  • Complete the member satisfaction survey

Thank you for being a CEA Member—there is strength in numbers!

Official rules: California Employers Association is the sole sponsor of this contest. There are three (3) methods of entry: 1. Attend any of our four (4) free webinars. Must be in attendance to win. 2. Share your social media photo and tag CEA or use #CAemployer. Earn one (1) entry for each tagged post. CEA retains the rights of all entries to use across marketing collateral. 3. Complete the member satisfaction survey. Limit one (1) entry per person. Entries must be received between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026. All prizes is eligible to active CEA members. Winners will be selected at random. CEA will reach out to the winners after random selection. Winners will have three (3) business days to reply and claim the prize. CEA reserves all rights.