Audience
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.
-
GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Keep a Close Eye on Investment Reserves
Investment reserves practices are an important component of an association board's stewardship. They provide additional revenue, fund capital…
-
MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Auto Dealers Associations Help Philadelphia Kids Warm Up
To help kids bundle up during the fall and winter, the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia and…
-
OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
How to Assess the Financial Health of Your Foundation
You need to know where your organization's foundation stands fiscally to determine if it's where you want to…
-
GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
How to Create a Reserves Policy With More Flexibility
A couple of years ago, the American Anthropological Association was in an enviable position: "We had way more…
-
AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Following Oroville Dam Crisis, Group Steps Up Advocacy Efforts
In the wake of the near-failure of California’s Oroville Dam and ensuing evacuation, the Association of State Dam…
-
FundraisingArticleOver 5 years old
Internet Association Ties Live-Streaming With Fundraising
The association’s new experimental platform will allow political candidates to raise money for future campaigns while taking part…
-
GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
4 Components of a Good Reserve Policy
Along with protecting the association from financial downturns and funding new initiatives, creating—and adhering to—a detailed reserve policy…
-
AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Associations Partner to Support Scotch Distilleries
Two Scottish distillers groups have joined together to bolster the reputation and quality of the Scotch Whisky industry.
-
Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Contest Aims to Draw Attention to National Bagel Association.
The second-annual National Bagel Eating Contest hopes to bring awareness to the fledgling National Bagel Association. Its CEO…
-
AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Report: Racial Diversity Remains a Problem for Tech Firms
A new report from the diversity-focused nonprofit Open MIC finds that many racial groups remain underrepresented in the…
-
AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Colo. Tech Group Asks Members to Help Break Down Barriers to Innovation
In partnership with Sen. Cory Gardner, the Colorado Technology Association is hosting interactive online sessions to solicit member…
-
Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
CEO to CEO: Advice for My Younger Self
Seize every opportunity to build your network, and take more chances with projects and collaborations outside of your…
-
GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Challenging the Status Quo: The Evolution of a Board Structure
Maybe you've heard both of these before: Don't rock the boat, or we've always done it that way.…
-
Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
How to Tell Your Story and Become a Better Leader
Every leader has a story—a collection of experiences, perspectives, and values that shape who they are, the actions…
-
Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
What’s the Business Case for Paid Family Leave?
A new Boston Consulting Group report makes the case that organizations that offer paid family leave see higher…
-
Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
What Associations Can Learn From Startup Accelerators
With a major advocacy group finding value in the well-known Y Combinator accelerator, now might be a good…
-
LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Thursday Buzz: Pinterest Search Gets Visual
Pinterest adds a number of innovative search features that keep the focus on the photos. Also: What CEOs…
-
LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Why CEOs Want to Improve Literacy Among Third-Graders
The Business Roundtable is taking the long view on improving the skills gap for corporations with its most…
-
LearningArticleOver 5 years old
University Group Shows Off Schools’ Renewable Energy Work
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly more sophisticated, says the Association of American Universities, which is highlighting some of…
-
MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Healthcare Meetings Group Renames Membership Categories
To better represent its members, the Healthcare Convention and Exhibitors Association has renamed its three membership categories.
-
Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
Facing Your Cybersecurity Fears
Association executives take cybersecurity threats seriously and understand the need to protect themselves and their members against such…
-
MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
PolitiFact’s Membership Program Gets Started, Fast
The fact-checking website PolitiFact, riding the recent tide of support for media outlets focused on accuracy, launched a…
-
Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Why Business Principles Still Apply to 501(c) Nonprofits
Don’t forget that associations are still corporations despite their nonprofit status. Also: How a major oil trade group…
-
GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
Why Board Diversity (or Lack of It) Matters to CEOs
A new study suggests the diversity of the board at a CEO’s prior gig can impact present performance.
