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Strategy and Operations
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Report: Attendees Want Unconventional Learning
Freeman’s latest survey finds that conference-goers are eager to learn outside of the traditional session room—and if they…
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After the World Cup: How Atlanta Is Shaping the Future of Association Meetings
Fresh off hosting the world, Atlanta offers association event planners a timely look at global access, Downtown momentum, and attendee experiences designed for…
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Survey Says: Vendor Relationships Are Strong but There’s Opportunity to Elevate
Supplier and vendor relationships remain one of the strongest levers associations have to enhance member value and generate…
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Why Board-CEO Trust Is Eroding
The C-suite is increasingly expected to deliver smart guidance fast around today’s challenges. A longer-term discussion may be…
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Chatbots Versus AI Agents: What Association Leaders Need to Know
Chatbots and AI agents are not the same thing, and choosing the wrong one for the wrong workflow…
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5 Reasons to Bring Your Event to Sioux Falls
From a walkable downtown to a stunning new district, South Dakota’s largest city offers more than most event…
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Survey: Trust in Nonprofits Remains Strong
Independent Sector’s 2025 report shows nonprofit trust holds steady at 56%, while trust in philanthropy dips to 29%.…
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The New Meeting VIP Experience
Upscale perks bring event revenue, but can alienate the rank and file. How some pros avoid breaking the…
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Report: Events Pros Slower to Expand
As economic and geopolitical challenges persist, a new survey finds meetings leaders are looking for more value in…
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Why Members Go Quiet and How to Bring Them Back
Most associations don’t have a membership problem. They have an engagement problem.
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Marketing / CommunicationsArticle
Real-Estate Group Changes Name, Rebrands
CREDA, formerly NAIOP, sees the shift as a clearer reflection of its goals and membership.
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Event Management in 2026: Your Job Got Bigger, but Is Your Tech Actually Helping?
The platforms that powered association conferences five years ago weren’t built for today’s sponsor demands, member expectations, and…
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How to Close the Empathy Gender Gap
Researchers found that women leaders disproportionately manage “caring tasks.” Setting boundaries, along with a culture shift, can help.
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How Associations Can Assist Young Professionals
A new survey finds that Gen Z values skills and stability above simply climbing the ladder. Associations are…
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Heart Association Launches Transplant Data Initiative
AHA says a more robust database can accelerate innovation and address post-surgery complications faster.
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Inside a Mental Wellness Standdown
One state association has used growing concerns about workplace mental health to encourage employee conversations. Here’s how it…
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The Hidden Staff Retention Risk Sitting in Your Software Stack
Association leaders have long evaluated technology as an operational question. New workforce data reveals it is also a…
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Choose Cleveland for Meetings That Deliver
Plan your next conference in Cleveland — premier venues, top hotels, and full-service meeting planning in the heart…
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Medical Groups Partner on Cybersecurity Program
As healthcare becomes an increasing target for hackers, the American Hospital Association and Joint Commission have worked on…
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Big Decisions Happen by the Water
Greater Fort Lauderdale's waterfront convention district offers the atmosphere, infrastructure, and sustainability commitments that modern meetings demand.
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HBCUs Form Association to Promote Research
A group of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have formed a new association designed to elevate their…
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High-Tech, High-Touch: Why the Future of Association Advocacy Requires Intelligent AI Agents
When AI is implemented as a strategic partner, leaders can focus on the pillars of their core mission—advocacy,…
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Report: Leadership Training Expanding
A new survey from the Association for Talent Development finds that giving rank-and-file workers more support encourages retention.
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Report: Business Travel Softening Amid Challenges
The Iran war and rise in fuel costs have prompted travel leaders to pull back on plans, according…
