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Association Forum Announces New Board Officers and Members
Association Forum has announced the appointment of three new directors and one new officer to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026. The newly elected leaders bring deep expertise across governance, marketing, engagement, and strategy—strengthening the organization’s commitment to advancing the professional practice of association management.
You Don’t Have a Retention Problem. You Have a Promotion Problem.
Women leave when their expertise is overlooked and advancement stalls. The glass escalator explains why—and how to stop it.
BAE Chicagoland Kicks Off: Join the Movement!
Black Association Executives (BAE) is officially in Chicagoland, bringing a bold new community to Black association executives in the region.
25/7/365 Leadership: How to gain an extra hour every day (Without burning out)
Association professionals don’t work in a 9‑to‑5 world, but in a 24/7/365 reality. With high expectations, limited resources, and mission‑driven pressure, many wish for a twenty‑fifth hour—but the truth is, more time has to be created within the hours we already have.
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.
How One of the Country’s Largest Parades Pivoted Amid the Pandemic
A Q&A with Kimberly Bares, CEO of the Magnificent Mile Association, about the organization’s new plans for its annual tree lighting parade
A Content Plan to Boost Employment
For ASCM, a creative pivot meant new partnerships that not only fill the talent gap but also get people back to work.
Hotel Contracts in the Age of COVID-19
While life will eventually normalize in the post-COVID era, certain effects are likely to be long-lasting and should be considered when negotiating future hotel and event contracts.