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For Executive Leadership
For association CEOs and C-suite leaders, whether new, established or retired, at trade and professional associations of every size, in the U.S. and internationally.
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Could LGBT-Inclusive Marketing Be a Business Boon?
A recent survey from Ogilvy suggests that a sizable percentage of Americans are keeping an eye out for…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Cleft-Palate Groups Merge for Greater Impact
The American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association and the Cleft Palate Foundation announced their decision to merge operations at the…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Labor Department Moves to Revise Overtime Rule
The Department of Labor sent a formal request for information on the overtime rule to the Office of…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
The Down-Low on D&O Insurance
What does nonprofit D&O insurance cover? Generally speaking, this coverage protects the board of directors against allegations of…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Realigning the Board for Successful Strategic Planning
When two associations—the National Stone Association and the National Aggregates Association—merged to form the National Stone, Sand and…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Scientific Groups Question Moves by Trump Administration to Shake Up Advisory Boards
More than a dozen groups, led by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, are speaking out…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
New Coalition Educates Drivers on Highway Safety
The American Trucking Associations, along with other highway safety groups, are bringing their expertise to “Our Roads, Our…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Grantmaking Pyramid Points to New Direction for Nonprofit Grants
The Grantmaking Pyramid, a graphic released by the Bridgespan Group and the Ford Foundation this week, is an…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
Tuesday Buzz: Lessons From Star Wars’ Set Drama
Turmoil on the set of the Disney and Lucasfilm Han Solo movie provides leadership lessons for association executives.…
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OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
Internal Resources: If You Build the Tech, You Own it
In an era when a lot of technology gets outsourced or bought from outside vendors, there’s still plenty…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Report: Remote Work Growing in Prominence
A report from FlexJobs finds that while remote work remains a relatively small part of the work economy,…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Monday Buzz: Employee Engagement Starts at the Top
Don't look to employees to fix a flailing company culture. It's up to leaders to make changes. Also:…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Going Global in Trust-Challenged Times
Global trust in institutions is at a low ebb, which presents a challenge for associations reaching beyond the…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
An Update on the China NGO Law
The much-discussed China nongovernmental organizations (NGO) law, which went into effect on January 1, is still a little…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
How to Build a Cyber-Savvy Board
A cyber attack can cripple an organization’s infrastructure, and recovering can drain its resources. Being able to anticipate…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
What Association Leaders Can Learn From Golf
Walking on the golf course recently, I was reflecting on how invigorated I felt playing the game. I…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Associations Speak Out After Trump Eyes Rollback of “Startup Visa” Rule
The International Entrepreneur Rule, a rule put into place by the Obama administration, was to take effect next…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Why a Telemedicine Group Launched a Task Force on Climate Change
It may not sound immediately apparent, but telemedicine could have a major impact in fighting climate change in…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 5 years old
Study: Associations Embrace D&I, Need Better Enactment
New research shows that while association leaders recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion, many still have work…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
A Case for Going Global with Certifications
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors launched a new certification with an aim to increase global…
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Organic Trade Group Steps Up to Prevent Industry Fraud
In response to recent fraud incidents in the organic food industry, the Organic Trade Association is upping its…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Girl Scouts Look To Boost Interest in IT Careers With New Cybersecurity Badges
To inspire a familiarity and interest in cybersecurity among girls, the Girl Scouts of the USA partnered with…
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FundraisingArticleOver 5 years old
Is Social Crowdsourcing Good for Philanthropy, Anyway?
Jeff Bezos’ unprecedented decision to ask the world how he should spend his $83 billion on philanthropic causes…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 5 years old
How to Maintain Authority When Your Leadership Is Challenged
It’s not uncommon for women, minorities, or young individuals in leadership roles to face challenges to their authority.…
