Associations are under pressure from every direction: rising member expectations, staff burnout, complex credentialing requirements, rapidly changing policy environments, and increasing demands for timely communication. AI offers meaningful relief. Not as a replacement for professional judgment, of course, but as a tool to automate repetitive work, accelerate decision-making, and allow […]
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For decades, most associations depended on a familiar financial model: Membership dues + annual conference + publications. That model is under strain. Attendance is less predictable. Younger professionals are more selective about memberships. Sponsors expect measurable value. Digital alternatives compete for attention. Global disruptions can quickly affect in-person activities. By […]
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Membership decline rarely happens all at once. More often, it unfolds gradually. A member skips an event. Stops opening emails. Questions whether dues are still worthwhile. Lets membership lapse “for now.” And eventually disappears from the community entirely. For associations, this slow erosion can be more damaging than a sudden […]
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For years, associations have worked hard to be useful to their members, providing more education, more resources, and more programs. But “useful” isn’t the same as “indispensable.” Members today have no shortage of places to get information, training, and even community. What they’re really looking for is support that helps […]
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If you use iMIS, you already know how powerful the platform is. And how quickly it continues to evolve. One of the easiest (and most underutilized) ways to stay current, influence product direction, and get more value from iMIS is by attending the iMIS Sprint Reviews. iMIS Sprint Reviews are […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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