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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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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In Memoriam: Na Shawn “Shawn” Randle

Shawn was a beloved colleague, community builder, and bright light at Association Forum.

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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!

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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.

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How to Hold Better Brainstorming Sessions

In this conversation with Chris Broderick, president of B.near Global, we talk about people, culture and how to be better at brainstorming.

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Sorry for the Background Noise

Motherhood during Covid-19 through the eyes of a first-time mom working in association management.

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A Conversation with Woman of Influence Honoree Mary Lynn Fayoumi 

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, president and CEO, HR Source, is the 2021 recipient of the Woman of Influence Award. She sat down with Association Forum to reflect on her career and give advice to working women.

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How We Held a Hybrid Board Meeting During a Pandemic 

Holding a hybrid meeting–meaning some attendees are in-person and others are virtual–isn’t difficult. This option may be critical to associations in the coming year.

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