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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.
In Memoriam: Na Shawn “Shawn” Randle
Shawn was a beloved colleague, community builder, and bright light at Association Forum.
Get Hands-On with Learning: Explore Association Forum’s New LAB Programs
Explore a new set of education from Association Forum: LABs. In these hands-on courses, you’ll learn, apply, and build your way to CEUs and learning outcomes!
Member Spotlight: Alyssa Rojo, MSN, RN
A nurse-research analyst whose passion for research and community led her from the hospital to the association world.
Making Meaningful Connections in the Association Space
Want to grow your career in the association world? Start by growing your network—with these easy, actionable ways to connect through Association Forum.