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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.
Association Forum Announces 2022 Woman of Influence
Robin L. Rone of Smithbucklin is the 2022 recipient of the prestigious award.
How to Maximize your Association’s Information Systems
You make it an annual habit to review other business systems, be sure to add your tech to the list.
Reflections on Black History Month: Jacqualine Price Osafo
In this series, black association leaders reflect on Black History Month and what their contributions mean to the industry.
Former Forty Under 40 Winner Recipient Promoted to Vice President
Former Forty Under 40 Award Winner, Bradley Rysz, MBA, CAE, has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing and Communications at the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals.