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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.
Innovation & Intrapreneurship in Associations
Guillermo Ortiz de Zárate, the Chief Innovation & Information Officer at the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), discusses the role of intrapreneurship in associations.
AI For Associations: Where Do We Begin?
You likely already rely on AI for daily tasks you don’t even think about. Here, Jeanne Sheehy explores what’s next.
Association Professionals Explore the Merits of Being a Generalist V. Specialist
Veteran volunteer Mike Norbut, asks four association professionals to weigh the pros and cons of being a generalist or a specialist.
The American Chemical Society Makes a Policy Change with an Eye Towards Inclusivity
ACS spoke with FORUM Magazine about their policy change towards inclusivity. Watch the video or read the transcript!