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Association Forum Celebrates Valued Partners in Excelerate Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  CHICAGO (June 24, 2024) — Association Forum is proud to acknowledge the…

Stepping Up Your Style: Outfit Ideas and Inspiration for the Association Forum Foundation Honors Gala

Once again, this year’s Honors Gala is a sneaker ball! Read on for ideas and inspo on what to wear.

Work/Life: How Do You “Walk the Talk” in Your Career?

We asked Association Forum’s Publications Working Group how they “Walk the Talk” in regards to their careers. Read on for their answers!

Member Spotlight: Ryan Frydenlund, CIMA, CIPM

Ryan has been working with association clients for more than 7 years and has wholeheartedly embraced this community. Find out more about Ryan in his Member Spotlight!

Association Forum Honors Former CEO Chris Mahaffey with Naming of Inspiring Leader Award  

The prestigious award will now be named the Chris Mahaffey Inspiring Leader Award.

How to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

Asian Americans have made tremendous contributions to the association industry and the diverse fabric of the Chicagoland area.

Member Spotlight: Nicole Araujo, CAE

You’ll never guess the names of Nicole Araujo’s cats. Read her member spotlight to find out that and why she loves working with associations!

Association Forum Announces 2024 Honors Award Recipients

Association Forum is proud to announce the Honors Award recipients for our most prestigious awards—to be recognized at the Honors Gala.

Work/Life: How Do You Create Balance in Your Work & Life?

We asked association professionals how they create work/life balance while juggling the demands of a fast-paced industry.

Association Forum Announces 2024 Woman of Influence™ 

CHICAGO (December 11, 2023) — Association Forum is pleased to announce Wendy-Jo Toyama, MBA, CAE, FASAE, CEO…