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Why “What If” Might Save Your Association: The Power of Scenario Planning 

.orgSource

Most leaders don’t wake up worrying about the future. They worry about next quarter’s budget. That board presentation. Member retention numbers. The fire burning hottest today. But here’s the ugly truth: It’s the future that’s quietly plotting to upend you. And too many organizations are gambling their survival on business as usual. Scenario planning is your insurance policy against irrelevance.

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How To Plan a Legislative Action Day: A Guide for Trade and Professional Associations 

MemberClicks

Legislative action days give members of a trade or professional association the opportunity to meet directly with lawmakers and share their priorities. These events are a powerful way to turn ideas into action. They allow you to schedule meetings, prepare talking points and build momentum around your key issues. This guide walks through how to plan a legislative action day from start to finish.

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Report: Meeting Planners Looking for Flexible Spaces

Associations Now

The IACC report said that interest in content and networking has declined in favor of venue amenities. Amenities such as a venue’s physical characteristics and quality of food and beverage are increasingly important to meeting planners, according to a new survey. The 2025 Meeting Room of the Future Report , produced by IACC, an association of meeting professionals, in partnership with Development Counsellors International, was released last month.

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Midyear Marketing Check-In: Is Your Association on Track for 2025 Goals?

AMR Management Services

It is July 2025, and associations are reaching a key planning milestone. A midyear marketing check-in provides the opportunity to evaluate current performance, identify areas for improvement, and refocus efforts for a strong finish to the year. 1. Review Your Key Metrics and Goals Start with your core performance indicators: Assess these numbers against your… The post Midyear Marketing Check-In: Is Your Association on Track for 2025 Goals?

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Improve Email Strategy with Proven Email Marketing Tips

Struggling to get members to open or engage with your emails? You're not alone. Our free Best Practices for Email Marketing guide offers practical tips to strengthen your email strategy and improve engagement. Inside, you'll learn how to: Write subject lines that increase open rates Build scannable, mobile-friendly designs Choose send times that fit your audience Personalize content with Smart Newsletter Use Message Report data to refine strategy This guide helps associations and chambers create

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Under the weather: Preparing communities for natural disasters

Ungated

Contributed by Michael Cuglietta Whether it is a hurricane colliding into the Blue Ridge Mountains, wildfires incinerating large swaths of Los Angeles County, or a raging flood in Texas, natural disasters are occurring more frequently — and more violently than ever before. In 2024, there were 27 weather events in the U.S. that caused at least $1 billion in damage, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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Associations Trends Talk Takeaways: Integrating AI into Your Association’s Education Workflow

Ewald in Practice

Membership retention is something all associations strive for. The International Magnesium Association (IMA) has succeeded in increasing its member retention over the past few years. From the end of 2021 to the end of 2024, membership has grown by 45%, reflecting strong engagement and continued interest in the IMA community. Not only is this a great increase in membership, members are renewing earlier in the year.

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Eight Ideas for Locally Rooted Meetings and Conventions

Associations Now

Learn how to create an experience that benefits both your event and its host city, inspired by best practices from Anchorage, Alaska. Imparting a deep, detailed sense of place in meetings can enhance attendees’ experiences and benefit host communities at the same time. There’s an increasing desire among travelers, meeting delegates included, for all things local: a memorable destination, experienced “like a local,” with food, drinks, and activities all locally sourced.

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Association Brain Food: 7.18.25

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association Brain Food won’t be in your inbox next Friday (July 25) because I’m at the beach next week with my family. You’ll get the next edition on Friday , August 1. AI implementation. Before implementing AI tools, Holly Rice, CAE suggests doing foundational work first if you want to “fully harness AI’s promise as it matures.

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GovNet launches internship programme to support the next generation of event professionals

Event Industry News

GovNet has launched its brand-new internship programme, created to support and nurture emerging talent in the events industry. Designed for students and recent graduates studying Event Management and Marketing at universities across London, this initiative will provide valuable, hands-on experience within the UK’s leading provider of public sector events.

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Stop Budget Burnout: A Better Way to Grow Your Nonprofit in 2026

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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HOA Management Company vs. Board: What’s the Difference—and How AMG Supports Your Community

AMG

Understanding the roles that drive effective HOA leadership in the Carolinas Meta Summary (for search engines): Learn the difference between HOA boards and professional management companies. Discover how Association Management Group (AMG) supports homeowner associations across North and South Carolina with reliable, board-directed community management services.

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The Job Board Was Just the Beginning: Rethinking Career Growth in Associations

Association Adviser

Careers have always been central to why people join associations. Yes, members come for the community, the content, and the connection, but at the heart of it all is a desire to grow—to learn, advance, and thrive professionally.

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How Leaders Can De-Stress Their Teams

Associations Now

Executives don’t just set the tone from the top—they set the mood. Two researchers share how they can address dysfunction across groups. Teamwork means everybody has an opportunity to work together. But what if everybody is stressed, together? Leadership literature tends to look at workplace stress through the lens of the individual, the way personal and professional challenges erode a single worker’s engagement and well-being.

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Success Story: PSAI Annual Convention & Trade Show Revenue Growth

Ewald in Practice

The Portable Sanitation Association International (PSAI) came to Ewald Consulting as a full-service association management client late in 2021 when the previous executive director retired. The annual convention and trade show has long been the unsurpassed event in the portable sanitation industry. In our first year working with PSAI, we focused on building relationships and listening to sponsors and exhibitors.

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Interactive Webinar: Recurring Giving Events That Keep on Giving

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Community Engagement

There’s more than one way to end the year with impact—and we’re letting you decide the direction. In this "choose your own adventure" community-led webinar, attendees will vote in real time to pick one of three year-end event strategies to explore in depth: Volunteer Appreciation Events 🧡 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaigns 🌈 Mission/Program Celebrations 🎉 Once the path is chosen, we’ll dive into a step-by-step engagement workflow plan tailored to that format, showing how

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beam and MIA unite for 2025 ESG Summit to champion responsible business in events

Event Industry News

beam and the MIA (Meetings Industry Association) have announced the ESG Summit 2025, an unprecedented collaborative event between the two leading industry associations, on 15 September 2025 at Warwick Conferences.

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HOA Pool Rules & Resident Etiquette: How AMG Helps Boards Manage Shared Amenities

AMG

Managing shared amenities like pools is one of the most common and sensitive responsibilities faced by homeowner associations in the Carolinas. At Association Management Group (AMG), we help HOA boards in North and South Carolina create and communicate effective pool policies that promote safety, reduce conflict, and build a stronger sense of community — without adding extra burden to board members.

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Why Your Nonprofit Email List Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)

Wild Apricot

Year over year, nonprofits find that email messaging is the most effective way to get the word out. After all, 88% of people check their email every day , and 58% of people check their email first , before their social media. Your important messages – whether it’s about fundraising, new volunteer opportunities, upcoming events or new member activities – should all be sent via email.

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Bolstering collaboration to protect legal aid amid new challenges 

Candid

From disruptions in federal funding streams and capacity constraints to emerging legal hurdles, nonprofits are confronting new challenges and increased uncertainty. At Equal Justice Works (EJW), we’ve maintained our mission of ensuring the justice system works for all through many changes in the field of public interest law. And one way to navigate these challenges is by becoming more collaborative and creative in expanding opportunities to provide legal aid services.

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How to Make the Case for a New AMS (and Win)

Is your current AMS is creating more problems than it solves? You can lead the change. This eBook shares a customizable letter designed to help you clearly communicate your organization’s challenges, highlight the benefits of a modern system, and make a strong case for exploring a new AMS. Whether it’s outdated reporting, clunky workflows, or member frustration, this resource will help you start the conversation with clarity and position yourself as the advocate your organization needs.

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19 socially responsible companies to inspire your CSR efforts

Bonterra

These days, it’s not enough for a business to simply sell their product or service. While that may bring in revenue, it’s not likely to transform the company into a well-respected household brand. What will? Social responsibility. Socially responsible companies focus on values, ethics, and using their resources to make the world a better place. Now more than ever, consumers prefer brands that make an impact on society, especially when it comes to social issues or environmental sustainability.

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The Meetings Show 2025 unites eventprofs for game-changing business

Event Industry News

The Meetings Show 2025 brought together thousands of event professionals last month for meaningful meetings, enlightening education and collaborative conversations. Almost 6,000 attendees took to the Excel London on 25-26 June to experience the UK’s leading event that brings together the world’s meetings and events community.

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Edutainment: Rethinking Content for the Next Generation | Multiview

Multiview

Education has always been a cornerstone of association value—but for today’s young professionals, the format matters just as much as the content. Traditional methods like lengthy webinars or slide-heavy presentations no longer hold their attention. Instead, TikTok tutorials, YouTube explainers, and Instagram carousels has shaped this generation, causing them to crave content that’s quick, visual, and immediately useful.

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A Decade of Lean Startup Methodology: Lessons Learned

Aaron Wolowiec

Are you curious about lean startup methodology? Or maybe ready to use lean startup to create new value for your members and other audiences, but find yourself stuck? Maybe it's your culture.

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A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse

Unlock the Power of Historical Data A Data Revolution: Why Your AMS/CRM Needs a Native Data Warehouse Today’s association leaders need more than real-time snapshots—they need the full story. MemberSuite: A Data Revolution reveals how a native data warehouse transforms your AMS into a strategic decision-making engine. In this free eBook, you’ll discover: The difference between a database and a data warehouse—and why it matters How to gain historical visibility into membership, engagement, events,

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A model of community ownership, self-determination, and belonging

Candid

In San Diego, California, refugees displaced from Myanmar (formerly Burma), Somalia, Afghanistan, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and other countries have resettled in Mid-City. Over the decades, they’ve transformed this once-blighted area into an urban village of small businesses, restaurants, and cultural spaces. Today, due to rising real estate prices, families who have resettled here—many after enduring war, persecution, and climate disasters—are finding themselves housing insecure and displaced ag

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uPlanIt FAQ eBook

Association Reserves

The uPlanIt FAQ eBook is your quick, accessible guide to making the most of our online reserve planning tool. It answers common user questions, explains key financial concepts, and offers expert tips making the most out of uPlanIt. Whether you're a board member or property manager, this eBook helps you plan with clarity and confidence.

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The power of purpose: How focusing on human sustainability can transform workplace wellbeing

Event Industry News

In a world where stress and burnout are increasingly common, workplace wellbeing is no longer just a nice-to-have—it’s a critical component of business success.

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The (Muted) Impact of Tariffs on Inflation

The Big Picture

I wanted to drop a quick note regarding some recent CPI data and tariffs. There is a fundamental misunderstanding (aka political spin) about the impact of tariffs. It won’t take very much math to put the effect of tariffs into a broader context. The United States is a ~$30 trillion economy; 70% of this annual activity is consumer spending. And, more than half of that is Services spending.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Your IRS Form 990 Questions Answered

Blue Avocado

This Article is Certified Gold Avocado Gold never goes out of style — and neither does good advice. The Gold Avocado series showcases some of the very best content that Blue Avocado has for nonprofit leaders, based on overall popularity, reader response, and quality. Taxes are no fun, but even nonprofits need to take them seriously. Do you ever have a question about your IRS Form 990 and can’t seem to find the answer?

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Unlock free learning resources, quick answers at Candid’s new learning site

Candid

Running a nonprofit today is harder than ever, making it feel almost impossible to build a fundraising program while staying focused on advancing your mission. And our mission here at Candid is to get you the information you need to do good. That’s why we’ve revamped Candid’s learning site to provide you with a streamlined set of resources, all in one place.

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Fuel your fundraising strategy at Bridge

Bonterra

Join Bonterra at Bridge 2025 in National Harbor, MD, July 30 through Aug. 1. Whether you’re looking to streamline and personalize your donor engagement, level up your fundraising strategy using predictive analytics and AI, or simply grab a great cup of coffee, we’re here to help. Stop by booth #519 to meet our team, see our tools in action, and learn how Bonterra supports real results for purpose-driven organizations like yours.