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The Power of Productive Volunteers: Why Great Events Need Great Volunteer Supervisors

By |2025-11-27T13:46:50-06:00November 27th, 2025|

Every great association event succeeds because of one thing: its people. Each smooth registration desk, seamless session transition, and warmly welcomed attendee reflects the dedication of association volunteers and staff working toward a shared mission. (Read more about the true value of association volunteers here)  At the heart of [...]

How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with an Event Manager

By |2025-08-14T14:06:29-05:00August 14th, 2025|

Your association’s staff event manager is ready to bring your vision to life. Whether it’s an awards gala, member reception, or multi-day conference. But before the planning can take off, the most important step is your first meeting. A clear, well-prepared kickoff conversation ensures you both start on the [...]

Association Members Are Talking – Are You Listening?

By |2025-01-10T10:34:42-06:00May 19th, 2022|

In association leadership, we know how important it is to members that they feel heard and seen. With this in mind, we survey members, request feedback, and provide ample opportunity for them to communicate their needs and priorities. This process is extremely important, but if we aren’t actively listening [...]

A Diverse Board Is Good For a Diverse Association

By |2022-01-20T13:44:24-06:00January 20th, 2022|

When discussing association board composition, it is important to consider the question: “What is the key function of a board of directors?” The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a board of Directors as “a group of people who manage or direct a company or organization”. Although this definition is true, association [...]

Organization and Time Management: Four Steps to Success

By |2021-10-07T13:19:22-05:00October 7th, 2021|

For an association leader, the daily responsibilities tend to fall under a wide jurisdiction. Committee reports and board meetings require preparation and follow up, as well as many other duties-the list goes on. The many needs of an association’s membership can seem daunting, and it is paramount that these [...]

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