Member Spotlight: Sherry Budziak, AAiP

Sherry has more than 30 years of experience working with associations. Find out what drives her to do this type of work!

The Secret to Building a Strong, Reliable Professional Network

Authenticity, shared vulnerability, and common interests are the keys to creating a network that truly empowers and enriches your life.

Association Forum Announces 2025 Woman of Influence™

Congratulations to Cie Armstead, DBA, Administrative Director at the American College of Surgeons.

Taking DEI from Planning to Action

Associations must move beyond conversation to actionable diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Read on for examples from two organizations!

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‘Let’s Get an Intern’: Rethinking Internships in the Association World

With structure and purpose, internships can be more than free labor — they can shape futures and strengthen your organization.

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Association Forum Announces New Leadership Experience for Men  

A space for men to lead with purpose, connection, and authenticity—launching summer 2026 from Association Forum.

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Member Spotlight: Jodi Talley

A 20-year association veteran and marketing leader, Jodi values the community’s support, storytelling, and connections—both professional and personal.

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In Memoriam: Na Shawn “Shawn” Randle

Shawn was a beloved colleague, community builder, and bright light at Association Forum.

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Avoiding Mistakes: Tips for CEOs to Stay on Top

How do you become a CEO? How do you keep the board happy? Dive into these insights and more.

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How Mark Schulman Shifts His Attitude to Adapt to Change

Pink’s drummer on positivity, gratitude and the three things he does each morning

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Multigenerational Speaker Raven Solomon Explores the Intersection of Racial Inequity and Generational Differences in New Book

To effectively communicate across generations within teams or organizations, we need to understand the values of others and demonstrate those values in our interactions.

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SmartTech 2020 Focuses on New Tech While Also Putting People First

The virtual conference covered everything from AI to building a better experience for working remotely.

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