Author
Ernie Smith
Ernie Smith is a former senior editor for Associations Now.
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Three Reasons Behind National Voter Registration Day’s Off-Year Success
In most states, 2019 is not an election year. But the annual, nonprofit-run National Voter Registration Day still…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
AARP’s New Stock Photo Collection Looks to Fight Ageism
With those over the age of 50 often portrayed in stereotypical visual contexts that don’t often match their…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Diabetes Association’s New Platform Amplifies Patient Advocacy
The American Diabetes Association will parse policy discussions for patients through an online platform that aims to make…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Why Coworking Will Survive the WeWork Saga
Given WeWork’s recent troubles, association pros might be wondering if coworking is on the way out. But despite…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Lung Association Boosts Anti-Vaping Education for Teens
The American Lung Association’s new INDEPTH training program is designed to help schools fight the surging popularity of…
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Business DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Local Media Association Brings Accelerator Program to Publishers of Color
Working with five major African-American-owned newspapers, LMA is using its recently launched accelerator program to help the papers…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Survey: Remote Workers Like Balance, but They and Their Bosses Need Training
Interest in remote work is growing, but the people who do it say inadequate tech tools and insufficient…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Daily Buzz: Drupal’s Big Buyout
The company that primarily maintains the Drupal content management system was sold for a billion dollars last week.…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Beer Groups Find Common Ground to Promote All Kinds of Brews
Three organizations representing different segments of the beer industry are working together on a new marketing campaign with…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Climate Action Hits Top of Agenda for U.S. Chamber
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced a plan this week to put a stronger focus on climate change…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Linux Foundation Gets Ready for the Rise of Edge Computing
Through its LF Edge umbrella organization, the Linux Foundation is working to ensure that edge-computing tools are built…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Study: Where Associations’ Tech Strategies Are Succeeding—and Falling Short
While members have high opinions of associations’ technology, staff doesn’t feel quite the same way—with long-term concerns a…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Restaurant Association Trains Active-Duty Military on Culinary Skills
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s new program aims to train service members on advanced kitchen skills—which might…
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OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
The Hidden Frustrations Behind Expense Reports
No one looks forward to preparing an expense report, an often complex and time-consuming but necessary workplace chore.…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Report: Board Leaders Must Step Up to Keep Pace With Change
A new report from the National Association of Corporate Directors underlines the importance of boards being transparent, accountable,…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Auto Data Campaign Builds Momentum Around Right-to-Repair Issue
Groups focused on aftermarket repairs are campaigning to help draw attention to the growing collection of data in…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
New Association Helps Employers Address Harassment, Discrimination Claims
The new Title VII Administrators Association will offer corporations the same kind of support its sister organization, the…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Should You Be Using Emoji to Engage With Members?
Despite the symbols’ reputation as being fun or offbeat, people are increasingly comfortable with them in professional environments—and…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
MPAA’s Big Branding Shift: It’s No Longer MPAA
In an effort to better reflect its scale, the Motion Picture Association of America will now be known…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
How to Boost Employee Participation in Wellness Programs
A more heavy-handed approach to getting employees to take part in wellness programs can prove a frustrating turnoff.…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
How the ESRB Ratings System Changed Video Games Forever
A quarter century ago this week, the video game industry responded to a threat of federal regulation by…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Be Productive Anywhere: Tips for Getting Work Done During a Flight Delay
Airport and plane delays on the rise, which means that busy travelers may want to make the most…
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Amid Epstein Scandal, Fundraising Group Puts Focus on Ethics in Philanthropy
With major universities facing criticism for taking donations from Jeffrey Epstein, the Association of Fundraising Professionals is urging…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
How Wi-Fi’s Next Generation Could Help Keep Meetings Connected
While Wi-Fi 6, the next iteration of the widely used wireless protocol, could make things faster, its real…
