Learn@Lunch
Expand your knowledge and expertise over your lunch hour! Join TSAE for engaging lunchtime sessions filled with valuable insights and best practices from experienced professionals in the association industry.
Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, our Learn@Lunch series offers a wide range of topics designed to help you stay ahead of the curve and achieve success in your career.
April 7, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston - Greenway Plaza
6 E Greenway Plaza
Houston, TX 77046
About the Program
Association Jujitsu: Black Belt Tips for Managing Boundaries and Expectations
Associations professionals operate in environments with multiple stakeholders who influence decisions and goals. Staff often need to balance expectations, volunteers, governance, sponsorships and internal work issues. However, questionable behaviors and unclear expectations can increase conflict and frustration resulting in decreased morale and productivity. This engaging program teaches participants how to analyze and manage boundaries, communications, conflict, and questionable behavior in complex organizations.
Program attendees will learn how to:
1. Identify boundary issues in association culture
2. Navigate emotions, egos and barriers to productivity
3. Utilize fundamental jujitsu principles to manage conflict
4. Understand communication styles for improved workflow
5. Develop a “Black Belt Mindset” for questionable behavior
About the Speaker
Dr. Nguyen “Tom” Griggs
Dr. Nguyen “Tom” Griggs works with organizations to create black belt teams who overcome stress
and cultivate cultures of success. He is a high content trainer with adynamic and engaging style. To employs his extensive knowledge of Japanese Jujitsu, adult learning theory and program facilitation to craft truly impactful experiences.
Thank You to Our Sponsor
About Learn@Lunch
Learn@Lunch is a quick and easy way to get education and networking with little interruption to your workweek. Enjoy a delicious lunch, meet with your peers and learn about some of today's hottest association topics from a speaker or in an idea-sharing setting while you eat. (Includes 1 CAE hour)
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation deadline is 14 days prior to the event. No refunds will be issued after the cancellation deadline. Cancellations received in writing to the TSAE office at info@tsae.org before 14 days in advance, will receive a refund, minus a 20% processing fee. Registration transfers are available from TSAE member to member at no charge. Transfers from a TSAE member to non-member will pay the difference in registration fees. Member account credit to use for future events is not available.
TSAE is a CAE Registered Provider. This program meets the requirements for fulfilling the professional development requirements to earn or maintain the Certified Association Executive credential. Every program that we offer that has been approved for CAE credit will clearly identify the number of CAE credits granted for full participation. We will maintain records of your participation in accordance with CAE policies. For more information about the CAE credential or Registered Provider program, please visit www.asaecenter.org/cae.