JACKSON — The Mississippi Society of Association Executives, a non-profit group comprised of executives and executive staff members of Mississippi’s business and professional associations recently announced the 2011 board of directors.

Associate members elected to two-year terms were Selah Havard of the Natchez Convention and Visitors Bureau and Mary Sampson of the Hilton Jackson.

MSAE provides educational and networking opportunities for its members.

Executive members represent the business, government and professional interests of more than 100,000 Mississippians who belong to and participate in many trade and professional associations.

Associate members are hospitality and vendor partners with the non-profit sector.