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Submission and review programs have always been a powerful way for associations to highlight excellence, showcase innovation, and strengthen the bond with their members. But the context we are operating in today makes the way those programs are delivered more important than ever.  Members are stretched thin, reviewers are busier […]

Submission and review programs have long been viewed as a way to celebrate excellence and build community, but for associations, they can also be powerful engines of growth.  When these programs are managed well, awards, scholarships, fellowships, and grants do more than shine a spotlight on members. They create opportunities […]

If you work in an association, you already know your learning programs don’t look like anyone else’s. You’re not running compliance training for employees or onboarding for customers.  You’re delivering continuing education, certifications, and professional development for members who expect quality, credibility, and convenience. You’re balancing limited staff resources with […]

Across industries, leaders are sounding the alarm about the skills gap. Employers struggle to find qualified talent. Professionals worry about keeping pace with new technologies and practices. Governments and universities can’t respond quickly enough to shifting workforce needs. Associations sit in a unique position at this crossroads. You know your […]

For many associations, the financial picture is shifting. Membership dues are under pressure. Conference attendance can swing wildly with economic conditions. Sponsors are cautious with budgets. Yet the demand for education – practical, career-building, industry-specific education – has never been stronger. This tension creates both a challenge and an opportunity. […]

Adding a mobile app to your association’s ecosystem is a smart move. But only if you take time to think through your goals, your audience, and your internal capacity. Too often, mobile apps are treated as tactical tools for event logistics. But when chosen and implemented strategically, a mobile app […]

  Launching a mobile app at your annual meeting is a smart move. But what happens after the closing session? Too often, associations treat mobile apps like single-use tools: great for one event, then forgotten.  But a mobile app can do much more. When used strategically, it becomes a powerful […]

If your annual meeting is happening this fall, you haven’t missed your window to launch a mobile app. In fact, this might be the perfect time to do it. With timelines as short as 45-60 days, it’s entirely possible to roll out a branded, fully integrated mobile app in time […]