How to Invest in Your Own Professional Development (Without Breaking the Bank)

Professional development doesn’t have to cost a fortune…especially when you’re a Forum member!

The Power of Taking the AI Journey Together

Forum’s first Microsoft Copilot Lab brought together 20 professionals to explore how smart adoption of AI tools can power up organizational impact, securely and collaboratively

Member Spotlight: Lori Granich, MBA, RDN, CAE, DES

From clinical care to crafting transformative learning experiences, Lori Granich, MBA, RDN, CAE, DES, is redefining what it means to lead in the association space.

Association Forum Announces 2025 Honors Awards Recipients

Announcing the recipients of the 2025 Honors Awards. These industry stars will be honored at the 2025 Honors Gala™ on June 11, 2025.

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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One Month Away: Holiday Showcase® – NEXT LEVEL at McCormick Place!

Association Forum Foundation celebrates the 2025 scholarship recipients and launches a bold new Member Support Fund to ensure professionals facing financial hardship can stay connected, reskill, and thrive through transformative learning opportunities.

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Association Forum Celebrates 2025 Scholarship Recipients and Launches Member Support Fund

Association Forum Foundation celebrates the 2025 scholarship recipients and launches a bold new Member Support Fund to ensure professionals facing financial hardship can stay connected, reskill, and thrive through transformative learning opportunities.

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Association Forum Announces the 2025 Class of Forty Under 40® 

We honor forty young professionals who have proven to be invaluable assets to this profession.

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Getting into the “Red Zone”: How Association Leaders Can Forge an Unshakeable Value Proposition

In a crowded marketplace, associations must move beyond benefits and boldly claim their “Red Zone” — the unique space where member needs meet unmatched value — to become indispensable in their members’ professional lives.

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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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Pricing Strategies During COVID-19

Just how much should things cost in the pandemic? Listening to your members is a good first step in figuring out your strategy.

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