Author
Ernie Smith
Ernie Smith is a former senior editor for Associations Now.
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Indie Labels Square Off With YouTube on Royalties
Trade groups representing the independent music industry both globally and in the United States say the Google-owned video…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Friday Buzz: Another Take on Association Content Marketing
Following an MMCC presentation on content marketing, an association communications pro explains why what works for for-profits may…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Pennsylvania Convention Center Wins back Association Business
With a new labor agreement allowing the Pennsylvania Convention Center to drop some of its restrictive rules, associations…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Thursday Buzz: Amazon Lights a Mobile Fire
The online retailer's first smartphone makes up for its late market entry with an attention-grabbing new feature. Also:…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: What Got People Talking At MMCC 2014
The tech tools that were the talk of the 2014 Marketing, Membership & Communications Conference. Also: The things…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
CompTIA Study: BYOD Fails to Excite Large Enterprises
Despite the hype around bring your own device (BYOD), more than half of large firms aren't doing anything…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Genealogical Society Offers Additional Online Research Options
With two new member offerings, the Southern California Genealogical Society is making it cheaper for members to research…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Public Broadcasters Express Concern Over FCC Wireless Auction
While the wireless industry is ready to embrace a Federal Communications Commission ruling that sets up an auction…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
What Nintendo Teaches About Creative Innovation
Hey, gamers, this one is for you: Your technology strategy doesn’t necessarily need the latest bells and whistles…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Social Media Roundup: Pull Out Your Color Wheel
The psychological influence of color on buying decisions. Also: how a quick thank you can boost engagement with…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Facebook Latches Onto Sociological Association’s Annual Meeting
The dominating social network will host a private event—part education, part recruiting—ahead of this year’s American Sociological Association…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
JOLT Act: Coalition Encourages Passage of Visa-Waiver Bill
With support rising in Congress, the Discover America Partnership is launching a fresh push in favor of the…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
GMA Gears Up For GMO Labeling Legal Fight With Vermont
The Grocery Manufacturers Association, with three other trade groups, filed a suit against Vermont last week, arguing that…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Nonprofits Join Forces With CloudFlare to Prevent Online Censorship
In an effort to neutralize information censorship through distributed denial of service attacks, the company is working with…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
A Coming of Age Story: FDA Backtracks After Cheesemakers Controversy
After an FDA official suggested a ban on a common cheese-aging method over bacteria concerns, a leading association…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Attendee Engagement: Gotta Keep ‘Em Entertained
A few ideas for building attendee engagement through clever entertainment. Also: how big-name publications are using their events…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Fact-Checkers Work Toward Launching New Association
Attendees of Poynter's Global Fact-Checking Summit in London voted this week to launch a new association, with the…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
The Sweet Spot for Air Travelers: Seat 7F?
According to a British airline, 7F is generally the first seat to go. But there are perks for…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Minimum Wage Law: Franchise Association Files Suit Against Seattle
The International Franchise Association has followed through with legal action against the city of Seattle over its $15…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Thursday Buzz: Booking With Bitcoin
A major online travel firm takes a bold first step into the future of currency. Also: an open-ended…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Strategic Plan: Don’t Stay Stuck on Autopilot
The dangers of a reflexive leadership style. Also: Don't forget the strategy in your strategic plan.
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
California Teachers Unions Promise Appeal After Tenure Ruling
A controversial decision that could change the state’s laws on job security for teachers jobs drew a strong…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
American Medical Association Pushes for Action on VA Scandal
In a position approved by its members, the association recommended that veterans be allowed to see private doctors…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Secret Dens: Chat With Your Co-Workers, Anonymously
Privacy-minded social network Secret wants to bring its approach to the workplace. Also: why you should go all-in…
