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Rasheeda Childress
Rasheeda Childress is a former senior editor at Associations Now.
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OperationsArticleOver 2 years old
A Remodeled Workplace Where Staff Wants to Be
The new CEO of the American Institute of Architects wants her organization’s office space to lead by example.…
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OperationsArticleOver 2 years old
How Trading Spaces Made a Hybrid Workplace Work Better
The pandemic coincided with the Advanced Medical Technology Association’s hunt for new office space. Realizing that workplaces were…
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LearningArticleOver 2 years old
We Asked, You Answered: What’s Your Favorite Way to Relax and Unwind?
Summer is often a time when people get away to relax. But even if vacation isn’t on the…
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LearningArticleOver 2 years old
With “NASFAA Gives Back” Program, Group Reinvests in its Members
Members of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators helped the group weather the challenges of the…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
Four Strategies for Dealing With Today’s Rising Costs
Prices are rising all around, impacting associations’ bottom line. From revamping product pricing to encouraging nimbler boards, an…
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
New Report Reveals Current Membership Successes and Challenges
Membership numbers are up, but with economic uncertainty looming, associations face challenges too, says a new Marketing General…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
What Does a Successful Employee Well-Being Program Look Like?
Research shows employee well-being is associated with less absenteeism, higher engagement, and increased productivity. A new guide offers…
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FundraisingArticleOver 2 years old
Maine Associations Provide Humanitarian Aid to Ukraine
When the CEO of the Retail Association of Maine heard about the war in Ukraine, he reached out…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 2 years old
Comings and Goings: Career Moves in Associations
Association professionals are always on the move. Here’s our monthly roundup of new hires, career changes, and retirements…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
New Report Reveals Association Pros Feel Optimistic About The Future
Organizations are trying to move past the pandemic and are optimistic about the future, according to a new…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Groups Celebrate and Commemorate Juneteenth
Associations and other nonprofits are helping to honor Juneteenth—the new federal holiday that recognizes the end of slavery…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 2 years old
What New Research Reveals About Retaining Employees
As the Great Resignation continues, organizations are struggling with how to keep staff. The bad news is, turnover…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
Startup Stories: Psychedelics Canada
New associations launch to fill a void in their sector. Here, Psychedelics Canada tells us what got them…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 2 years old
Five Factors to Consider Before Moving Toward an Unlimited Vacation Policy
In this tight job market, employers are looking for ways to stand out, and some are contemplating unlimited…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
We Asked, You Answered: What’s Your Best Summer Conference Travel Tip?
Numerous associations hold conferences this time of year. With many folks out of practice traveling due to the…
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The Role Managers and HR Practices Play in Curbing Toxic Workplace Behaviors
New research from Rutgers University looks at how harmful workplace behaviors like bullying, missing work, and loafing can…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Telemedicine Group Strikes Balance With Hybrid Event
While one would assume the American Telemedicine Association would lean heavily on virtual technology, organizers of its recent…
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LearningArticleOver 2 years old
Can You Boost Nondues Revenue With E-Learning Subscriptions?
Inspired by the popularity of services like Netflix, the American Planning Association moved from a la carte e-learning…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 2 years old
Comings and Goings: Career Moves in Associations
Association professionals are always on the move. Here’s our monthly roundup of new hires, career changes, and retirements…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Collect the Right Attendee Data to Improve Post-Pandemic Events
As associations market their conferences and other in-person events in a landscape altered by the pandemic, data becomes…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 2 years old
CEOs Ask Other Leaders to Commit to Prioritizing Employee Mental Health
Awareness Month, a group of association CEOs is urging other leaders to take five steps to provide mental…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Venue Rental Is About More Than Nondues Revenue for Pharmacists Association
The American Pharmacists Association’s headquarters, which sits on the National Mall in Washington, DC, offers stunning views and…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
#MMCCon Keynote: Raika Reynolds on Crucial Storytelling Skills
As association leaders navigate a world filled with uncertainties, getting across their message is more important than ever.…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 2 years old
How Metrics Can Improve the Quality of Your DEI Initiatives
When it comes to making strides with diversity, equity, and inclusion, it’s crucial to take stock and measure…
