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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Stepping Up Your Style: Outfit Ideas and Inspiration for the Association Forum Foundation Honors Gala

This year’s Honors Gala is a sneaker ball! Read on for ideas and inspo on what to wear.

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The Key to Choosing the Right Keynote

Bonnie Stetz, CMP, of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® shares tips on choosing the right keynote speaker.

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Article Roundup | Everything We’ve (Recently) Written on Data

Is data the new oil? We’re not sure, but we’ve written quite a bit about it in the past 18 months. Here’s what we know.

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Five Steps to Develop and Grow Your Influencer Marketing Program

What does influencer marketing look like at your association? Learn how the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board built its influencer marketing campaign from the ground up.

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