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Business
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
After Legislative Advocacy Comes Implementation
When a piece of legislation you advocated for is passed, a new kind of work begins: implementation. Take…
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
Firewood Vending Machine Ignites One Association’s Sales
Before the pandemic, the Bong Naturalist Association brought in a steady stream of revenue selling firewood to campers…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
Business Pro Tip: Build a Stronger Fit With Your Industry Partners and Vendors
The best fit between an industry partner and your association is the one that best meets your organization's…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
We Asked, You Answered: A Look Back at Your Proudest Accomplishments of 2021
When 2020 came to an end, we thought 2021 would for sure be better. However, 2021 proved to…
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GovernanceArticleOver 2 years old
D&O Insurance: What Associations Need to Know
Find the idea of getting insurance primarily for your board members a little confusing? This FAQ helps break…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
The Toy Industry’s Stocking Stuffer This Year? An Effective Strategy Against Counterfeiting
The Toy Association, like many trade groups, is working to fight counterfeit goods. Emphasizing safety in its messaging…
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Meetings / EventsArticleOver 2 years old
5 2021 Lessons: Flexible Work & Better Communication
Coming off a tumultuous 2020, organizations had to make major changes to their workplace operations, event protocols, and…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
2021 Holiday Trends and Tips From Associations
Americans are shopping, traveling, and getting together this holiday season. Associations have gathered data on the season’s trends—what…
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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 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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Career DevelopmentArticleOver 2 years old
Advertising Group Starts Apprenticeship Program to Broaden Talent Pool
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
While corporate budgets for some types of sponsorship declined during the pandemic, funding to support diversity and sustainability…
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Conscious InclusionArticleOver 2 years old
5 Ways to Make Your Association’s Language More Inclusive
Organizations that communicate in a way that includes everyone will cultivate a more welcoming environment for both employees…
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LearningArticleOver 2 years old
AARP Launches New Collaborative to Spur Tech Solutions for 50-Plus Market
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
Work With Disruptors—Without Being Disrupted
Whether among your membership, your staff, or your board, disruptors want to shake things up. Being flexible while…
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Organizational StrategyArticleOver 2 years old
A Look at the Steps Nonprofits Took to Survive the Pandemic
While a new report from BDO finds that organizations have struggled with finances throughout the pandemic, it comes…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
17 Digital Marketing Terms Everyone Should Know
Social media, email, adtech—digital marketing hits across a wide array of disciplines. With that in mind, here are…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
Startup Stories: Michigan Pet Alliance
New associations launch to fill a void in their sector. Here, the Michigan Pet Alliance tells us what…
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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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FundraisingArticleOver 2 years old
Business Pro Tip: Focus on Diversity in Your Donor Solicitation
Associations hoping to make an impact with their fundraising this Giving Tuesday should consider this emerging demographic gap.
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
National Restaurant Association’s Revamped Program Aims for Healthier Kids’ Menus
The updated program puts fries on the back burner in favor of more healthful options for kids. An…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 2 years old
Training Program Addresses Racial Equity Issues in the Adoption Process
With November being National Adoption Month, the National Adoption Association hopes its racial equity training program will help…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
Content Marketing: Quality vs. Quantity for Your Audience
Getting a stronger understanding of your audience needs—and the content your organization is already producing—can help you focus…
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MembershipArticleOver 2 years old
Nondues Revenue in Pandemic Times: The Power of Passive Revenue Streams
For associations with small staffs, generating revenue on top of other duties can feel overwhelming. One association discusses…
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticleOver 2 years old
What’s Next for Associations Now
An introduction to the next iteration of Associations Now, and what’s coming next.
