Lisa M. Douglas - 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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Articles
- Learn From Our Team
  
  Every Thursday, our experts provide insight into industry trends and issues that readers can leverage to improve their associations and signature events.
  
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Our Team
- Meet the Strauss Team
  
  Whether managing a major conference or trade show, or providing management services for a large healthcare, business, or trade association, we work with clients to explore and implement opportunities for growth, operational efficiencies, and revenue generation.
  
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Contact
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  Suite 503 – 386 Broadway
  Winnipeg, Manitoba
  R3C 3R6
  
  Phone: (204) 947-9766
  Toll-Free: 1-888-899-3976
  email: info@strauss.ca

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So far Lisa M. Douglas has created 2 blog entries.

Meeting Matters: In a Conference Room or Over Zoom?
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Association Management, Communication, Other

Meeting Matters: In a Conference Room or Over Zoom?

By Lisa M. Douglas|2026-07-02T12:08:46-05:00July 2nd, 2026|

There’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to how Board meetings should be held. Some board members swear by the energy and connection of meeting in person, while others appreciate the efficiency and convenience of virtual meetings. With competing priorities, busy calendars, and Board Members scattered across the [...]

Meeting Matters: Finding the Right Frequency for Association Boards
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Administration, Association Management, Board of Directors, Leadership

Meeting Matters: Finding the Right Frequency for Association Boards

By Lisa M. Douglas|2025-11-13T13:08:07-06:00November 13th, 2025|

Let’s face it, the most common thing is that everyone’s calendars are already jam-packed, and finding the time to meet with your Board can be difficult. Add in coming to an agreeable meeting frequency with Board Members, and this becomes a common challenge many associations face today. So, how often should Association Boards meet? The answer depends on several factors, including the size and complexity of [...]