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Rasheeda Childress
Rasheeda Childress is a former senior editor at Associations Now.
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
Startup Stories: Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association
Rasheeda Childress ·
New associations launch to fill a void in their sector. Here, the Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association tells us…
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
Firewood Vending Machine Ignites One Association’s Sales
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Before the pandemic, the Bong Naturalist Association brought in a steady stream of revenue selling firewood to campers…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
Key HR Themes for 2022: Communication, Benefits, and Flexibility
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The Great Resignation marked 2021, and employee attrition is expected to continue this year. To retain current staff…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
We Asked, You Answered: A Look Back at Your Proudest Accomplishments of 2021
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When 2020 came to an end, we thought 2021 would for sure be better. However, 2021 proved to…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
Use Product-Development Principles to Improve Your Workplace Culture
Rasheeda Childress ·
Technology products are often known for being cutting-edge and meeting user needs. Here’s a look at how the…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 2 years old
Comings and Goings: Career Moves in Associations
Rasheeda Childress ·
Association professionals are always on the move. Here’s our monthly roundup of new hires, career changes, and retirements…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 2 years old
Advertising Group Starts Apprenticeship Program to Broaden Talent Pool
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Members of the Interactive Advertising Bureau have been struggling to find and keep talent in this tough job…
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FundraisingArticleOver 2 years old
Looking for Sponsor Dollars? Try These Two Hot Areas
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While corporate budgets for some types of sponsorship declined during the pandemic, funding to support diversity and sustainability…
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LearningArticleOver 2 years old
AARP Launches New Collaborative to Spur Tech Solutions for 50-Plus Market
Rasheeda Childress ·
The pandemic showed how much technology could keep people connected even when they couldn’t be together. Hoping to…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
A Look at the Steps Nonprofits Took to Survive the Pandemic
Rasheeda Childress ·
While a new report from BDO finds that organizations have struggled with finances throughout the pandemic, it comes…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
Startup Stories: Michigan Pet Alliance
Rasheeda Childress ·
New associations launch to fill a void in their sector. Here, the Michigan Pet Alliance tells us what…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Gaming Group Scores Big Wins With Hybrid Event
Rasheeda Childress ·
The Global Gaming Expo, a hybrid event that included 13,000-in person attendees, offers lessons for those planning similar…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
What to Consider When Planning 2021 Staff Holiday Parties
Rasheeda Childress ·
In 2020, many shifted their office holiday parties to virtual due to the pandemic. With vaccines widely available,…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 2 years old
Comings and Goings: Career Moves in Associations
Rasheeda Childress ·
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
We Asked, You Answered: What Have You Enjoyed About Returning to Face-to-Face Events?
Rasheeda Childress ·
With many organizations hosting in-person events this fall, association professionals shared what they love about getting together with…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
Training Program Addresses Racial Equity Issues in the Adoption Process
Rasheeda Childress ·
With November being National Adoption Month, the National Adoption Association hopes its racial equity training program will help…
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
Nondues Revenue in Pandemic Times: The Power of Passive Revenue Streams
Rasheeda Childress ·
For associations with small staffs, generating revenue on top of other duties can feel overwhelming. One association discusses…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
Reopening of U.S. Borders Is a Key Step for Association Events
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For nearly 20 months, COVID-19-related restrictions have kept international travelers from attending events in the United States. With…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Engage Your Industry Partners for Better Events
Rasheeda Childress ·
With partners sometimes feeling underwhelmed by sponsorship opportunities at events reshaped by the pandemic, now’s the time for…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Build an Onsite Health and Safety Strategy
Rasheeda Childress ·
Since the pandemic began, health and safety protocols have changed as virus data shifted. Here’s a look at…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Four Tactics for Improving the Expo Experience for Exhibitors and Attendees
Rasheeda Childress ·
Going back to in-person events while still following COVID-19 health and safety protocols will surely feel different, including…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
How to Keep Your Hybrid Audience Coming Back for More
Rasheeda Childress ·
Hybrid meetings have allowed associations to reach new audiences, attracting people who might never have attended without a…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Automation Group’s Return to Live Events Shatters Pre-Pandemic Attendance
Rasheeda Childress ·
While many events are seeing a decline in attendees as they return to in-person meetings, the Association for…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Nondues Revenue in Pandemic Times: Using Digital Channels for Sponsorship
Rasheeda Childress ·
As organizations look to bolster nondues revenue streams, one area that has seen promise during the pandemic is…