Karen N. L'Oiseau - Strauss event & association management

Association Management
- Expert Leadership of Remarkable Associations
  
  Strauss has over 25 years of experience working with provincial and national healthcare, trade, and professional associations to achieve their goals and mandates. Strauss provides governance and administrative support with unparalleled expertise and experience to guide your association down the path to success.
  
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Event Management
- Masterful Management of Signature Events
  
  Strauss has designed and produced hundreds of signature events of all sizes; we know how to plan, execute, troubleshoot, and deliver a program that is always unique to your event. No drama, no surprises – just smooth execution so you can focus on your work and participate in your own event.
  
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About Karen N. L'Oiseau

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So far Karen N. L'Oiseau has created 2 blog entries.

The Art of Reading the Room: Tailoring Follow-Up and Communication in Associations
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Association Management, Communication, Event Management, Other

The Art of Reading the Room: Tailoring Follow-Up and Communication in Associations

By Karen N. L'Oiseau|2026-05-21T10:46:28-05:00May 21st, 2026|

Effective follow-up in associations is more than sending another email or checking in after a meeting. It’s about understanding people. Reading the room (or email, or situation) is the most important thing when it comes to following up, especially within associations. Association Boards and committees are made up of [...]

The Art of the Follow-Up
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Association Management, Communication, Leadership, Other

The Art of the Follow-Up

By Karen N. L'Oiseau|2026-01-29T09:04:29-06:00January 29th, 2026|

Following up is an art form. Deliberate follow-up reinforces trust, accountability, and respect for people’s time when engaging with Boar, members, strategic partners, or head office staff. When done well, it keeps priorities moving forward without creating friction and shows your interest in the situation, the process, and the [...]