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AI is transforming the way associations operate—but should they embrace it or fear it?

In the February episode of Associations NOW Presents, Joanna Pineda, CEO and Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group and host of the Associations Thrive Podcast, sits down with Rob Wenger, CEO of HigherLogic, and Amanda DeLuke, Senior Privacy Analyst at HigherLogic, to explore how associations can leverage AI to enhance their work while safeguarding their data.

They'll discuss:  
 ✅ Why associations should embrace AI and the first steps to get started  
 ✅ How AI can support associations beyond content generation  
 ✅ Real-world examples of associations successfully using AI  
 ✅ The differences between public and private AI tools—and key privacy considerations  
 ✅ Best practices for protecting member data in the age of AI  
 ✅ Ensuring AI-generated content is accurate and relevant for niche audiences

If your association is looking for practical ways to integrate AI while addressing concerns about data security and content accuracy, this episode will be a must-listen!

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