Welcoming Environment

Reflections on Black History Month: Desirée Knight

In this series, black association leaders reflect on Black History Month and what their contributions mean to the industry.

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Association Forum is pleased to announce Robin L. Rone, Executive Director of Apra International and Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Smithbucklin, as the 2022 recipient of the Woman of Influence Award. 

Association Forum Announces 2022 Woman of Influence

Robin L. Rone of Smithbucklin is the 2022 recipient of the prestigious award.

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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.

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VIDEO: Meet Artesha Moore, Forum’s New President & CEO

The association management community has been patiently waiting for this announcement. Now that we know Artesha Moore will be Forum’s next president & CEO, let’s get to know her!

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Reunited in Strength: How to Create Association Events in 2021 and Beyond

There are three great ways to create an event right now: Highlight Welcoming Environment, embrace innovation and quality and have fun and stay positive.

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Strategies to Reduce Bias in Artificial Intelligence

AI is prevalent in nearly every industry, including associations. We spoke with experts to find the best ways to use and avoid misuse of this technology.

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Can DEI Programs Generate Non-dues Revenue?

A look at one group’s antiracist institute that reached more than 800 members.

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Legal Concerns to Weigh for Association-wide DEI Initiatives

Most trade and professional association DEI efforts are unlikely to generate antitrust concern. For those that do, however, it is important to be careful to avoid actions that could be construed as anticompetitive.

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Evolution of Association Culture and Flexibility

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked widespread change to workforce culture. We spoke with four association executives about the changes they made and how their organizations are adjusting to these unprecedented times.

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Better Association Diversity and Inclusion Begins with Understanding

Inside the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s journey to winning Association Forum’s Welcoming Environment® Organizational Award.

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