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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Tips for Creating a Welcoming Meeting Environment

Creating a truly inclusive annual meeting means going beyond ADA compliance—discover how one association builds a Welcoming Environment® that anticipates and meets the needs of every attendee.

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‘Let’s Get an Intern’: Rethinking Internships in the Association World

With structure and purpose, internships can be more than free labor — they can shape futures and strengthen your organization.

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Association Forum Announces New Leadership Experience for Men  

A space for men to lead with purpose, connection, and authenticity—launching summer 2026 from Association Forum.

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Member Spotlight: Jodi Talley

A 20-year association veteran and marketing leader, Jodi values the community’s support, storytelling, and connections—both professional and personal.

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Forum: Year in Review

Take a look at some of Forum’s biggest news this year — and look ahead to what’s happening in 2022.

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Infographic: A By-the-numbers Look at the New Meeting Landscape

2020 changed meetings forever. As tough as the year was — there was an 84% year-over-year revenue loss for annual…

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How to Choose The Right Event App

Associations are looking at event apps – knowing what questions to ask can help find the right one for your members.

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Legal Concerns for Restarting In-person Meetings

There are new issues that associations should address — plus associations need to cover some of the more traditional legal concerns as well.

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