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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.
Using the Sustainable Development Goals as a Global Gateway
The SDGs, when understood and used effectively, can help associations in many ways.
Recent Tax Law Developments
Last year, I noted a number of articles regarding changes in the tax laws relative to exempt organizations, like our association. What do I need to know?
Meet the 2020 Class of Emerging Leaders
The purpose of the Emerging Leaders Program is to focus on advancing association professionals under the age of 35 within their careers.
Meet the Inaugural Class of Emerging Leaders
In 2018, Association Forum introduced a new six-month program for rising stars in the association industry.