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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
The Advocacy Success Story Behind Congress’ Paid Internships
A recent move by Congress to fund its internships came about after nonprofit group launched by a former…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Daily Buzz: The New Smart Office Building
About 77 percent of Americans own a smartphone—and now many want a smart office building too. Also: turning…
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OperationsArticleOver 5 years old
Don’t Let Your Tech Resiliency Fall by the Wayside
A recent report found that many IT departments have struggled to prioritize upkeep, with innovation often winning out.…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 5 years old
How to Achieve Digital Accessibility
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that more than 56 million Americans have a disability of some kind. The…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
PCMA Study Highlights the Knock Against the Room Block
Are rooms in a conference hotel block more expensive? Usually, no—but attendees often think so, which creates a…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Grain Industry Highlights Safety Concerns, With OSHA’s Help
In the annual Stand-Up for Grain Safety Week, the workplace safety agency partners with the National Grain and…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 5 years old
Daily Buzz: Create Value With Your Online Community
Your association’s digital community is important to connect your members—but it can also help grow the organization. Also:…
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Executive LeadershipArticleOver 5 years old
When the Staff Leader Is the Only Staffer
CEOs who are the are the sole staff member have a lot of authority, but a lot of…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
The Disrupted World of Certification
It’s unlikely that many occupational therapists think of earning or maintaining their professional certification as a game. But their…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 5 years old
Form Partnerships to Advance Diversity and Inclusion in Your Industry
In recent years, many organizations have made important strides in becoming more diverse and inclusive. However, despite these…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Membership Hack: Chapter Services Lab
Staff from the American Academy of Pediatrics play a direct role in component relations problem-solving. During its annual…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Daily Buzz: TSA’s Luggage-Scanning Tech Is Getting Better
With improved scanner technology, the TSA will soon no longer require travelers to remove laptops and other items…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Why Your Association Shouldn’t Ignore Direct Mail
Direct mail often doesn't get the respect it deserves these days, but it's a significantly more effective medium…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
How Baltimore Is Deconstructing Itself—With Local Nonprofit Help
Rather than demolishing blighted buildings, the city is helping fund nonprofits that take the buildings apart piece by…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Should You Consider a Conference Exchange Program?
If you’re looking to expand your attendees’ cultural horizons, it could be time to think about a conference…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 5 years old
Conference Circuit: American Archaeology
The Society for American Archaeology’s 84th Annual Meeting begins next week in New Mexico. Attendance is expected to…
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MembershipArticleOver 5 years old
Daily Buzz: Why Members Join Associations
Yes, your organization comes with benefits—but that’s probably not why members join. Also: the importance of language in…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
The Growing Pains Around Netflix’s Growth Into a Movie Industry Player
Netflix’s recent success in the film industry has created new membership opportunities—and fresh tension with theaters and directors.…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Florist Society’s Solution to Stress: A Little Flower Power
The Society of American Florists is embracing its product’s ties to ‘60s hippie culture in a new chill-out…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 5 years old
Education, Industry Groups Focused on Student Readiness in the Workplace
The National School Boards Association’s new report offers to help industry groups interact better with school districts to…
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FundraisingArticleOver 5 years old
How a Foundation Raised More than $1 Million in Its First 18 Months
The Educational Theatre Foundation hit the ground running, assembling a board and racking up big donations early on.…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 5 years old
Meet Chuck, the Beef Industry’s New AI-Driven Take on What’s for Dinner
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association released a new virtual assistant to bring some beefy knowledge to your nearest…
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LearningArticleOver 5 years old
Busy Schedule? Don’t Skimp on Your Sleep
Recent research on sleep finds that consistency and balance are key when it comes to a good night’s…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Infrastructure Group Warns of Slow Repairs to Nation’s Broken Bridges
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association says 38 percent of U.S. bridges are in need of repair,…
