CESSE Launches New Shared Interest Group Focused on Content Strategy and Innovation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives
1061 American Ln Suite 310, Schaumburg, IL 60173
CONTACT: Louise Ristau 847.375.4736 | [email protected]
(Schaumburg, IL – July 28, 2025) — The Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE) is excited to announce the launch of its newest Shared Interest Group (SIG), the Content SIG, created to support association professionals in maximizing the impact of content across their organizations.
Scientific, technology, engineering, and mathematics societies produce a wide range of original, high-value content, including technical journals, webinars, continuing education, conference materials, and more. The Content SIG will provide a space for CESSE members to connect across departments and discuss how to strategically manage, repurpose, and monetize a society's content to better serve their missions and audiences.
"STEM societies are often the founding authorities in their fields," said Louise Ristau, CAE, Executive Director of CESSE. "This SIG will offer a place for professionals to break down silos, share best practices, and explore new ways to strengthen the role of content in their organizations."
The Content SIG is designed to:
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Facilitate ongoing discussions around content strategy, governance, and innovation
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Promote collaboration between departments such as publishing, marketing, education, and events
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Host webinars and invite industry experts to share insights and case studies
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Help members stay informed about content-related trends including monetization and artificial intelligence
Shared Interest Groups provide CESSE members with dedicated communities to share knowledge, explore new ideas, and expand their leadership skills. Open to all CESSE members, SIGs support the organization’s mission by encouraging education, networking, and innovation across disciplines.
Meet the Co-Chairs
Anjana Sankara Narayanan, CAE
Acquisitions Editor, Standards
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
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Dana Otillio
Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
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The Content SIG’s first meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 10 at 3pm CT | 4pm ET, offering a chance for interested members to join the conversation, shape future programming, and begin building a strong network of peers with shared content responsibilities.
To learn more about upcoming programming, CESSE members can join the Content SIG on CESSE Communities. If you are not a member, explore the benefits and consider joining today!
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About Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives
The Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE), incorporated in 1977, is a professional society of chief executive officers and mid- to senior-level staff members of STEM societies dedicated to leadership excellence. CESSE offers its members a forum for exchanging information about their experiences and a venue for addressing the problems, challenges, and opportunities they face in operating their societies.
CESSE provides the go-to source of education, networking, and the sharing of best practices for the staff of STEM societies through the CEO Meeting and ACCESSE annual events.
