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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.
Professional Member Research: The Prequel for Strategic Planning
Professionally-executed member research can change the tone of a strategic planning session.
Closing the Gaps
Dr. Kathleen T. O’Loughlin spoke about the major gaps that exist between men and women in business and medical professions.
Leading by Example
FORUM spoke with Rita Cook about why support leads to success and how Bank of America gave her the opportunity to pay her success forward to future leaders.
Developing Leaders for the Future
One of the most important issues facing associations is developing leaders for the future, particularly from under-represented identity groups.