Member Spotlight: Elle Peifer-Funderburg

Elle is the assistant manager, marketing at the Society for Surgical Oncology. Read about how she fell in love with association work in this member spotlight!

Nurturing A Welcoming Environment® for Association Staff

Many associations strive to make all members feel welcome, but what is your organization doing to foster a Welcoming Environment for staff?

Ready for Anything: How to Prepare for Misinformation Online

This is the story of how an 8,000-member association faced down misinformation – and won.

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Welcoming Environment® Roundup

Links to every WE article we published in 2024.

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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.

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Member Spotlight: Emily Butera

Emily has worked in association management for two healthcare organizations in the past four years. Read on on for what she loves about her work!

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Career Corner Roundup

Every single Career Corner article we published in 2024!

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The Rise of Virtual Events Has Been a Boon to Associations

While hybrid and virtual events were necessary during the pandemic, some associations have turned them into great revenue-generating opportunities.

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What to Know When Hosting Your Association Event Outdoors

The pandemic has forced us to get creative with where we eat, learn and connect. Will a shift to outdoor events be in our future?

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Reunited in Strength: How to Create Association Events in 2021 and Beyond

There are three great ways to create an event right now: Highlight Welcoming Environment, embrace innovation and quality and have fun and stay positive.

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A Detailed Look at How Associations Are Navigating the New Meeting Frontier

A new meeting landscape has emerged after COVID-19, with some changes likely to stick around for years to come.

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