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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What to Wear to the Honors Gala 2025: SHINE ON in Style

Get ready to sparkle, shimmer, and most importantly—shine! Association Forum’s Honors Gala 2025 is on Wednesday, June 11, and we…

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Member Spotlight: Michael Wilson, CMP

Michael is Division Director, Convention & Meeting Planning at the American Veterinary Medical Association. He came to association work via hospitality and loves his job. You won’t believe what’s not in his LinkedIn profile!

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POV: My First Time at Women’s Executive Forum™ Was Inspiring and Invigorating

A first-time attendee of the Women’s Executive Forum 2025 reflects on the event’s inspiring energy, powerful connections, and impactful sessions that reshaped her approach to leadership.

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Member Spotlight: Kimberly Kocian, MBA, CAE, CMP

Kimberly is a director at the American Bar Association. She has more than 25 years of association experience and recently joined Association Forum’s Board of Directors.

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ISACA Welcomes New CEO Erik Prusch

ISACA, a global community advancing individuals and organizations in their pursuit of digital trust, welcomed a new CEO in June.

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Building Leaders Across the Organization

A focus on building the leadership capabilities of employees at all levels is critical to future organizational growth.

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New Power Leadership & Your Organization

What is “New Power Leadership” and how can associations leverage this leadership style to push their organizations into the future?

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How Associations Have Embraced “New Power Leadership” All Along

For associations, new power leadership means building upon existing networks and empowering members to become more active and engaged.

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