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Behind a Winning “Coolest Thing” Contest

Associations Now

March Madness-style brackets and innovation contests can put a spotlight on a particular industry’s efforts both to legislators and the general public. That’s particularly true in manufacturing, where state organizations in Illinois , Delaware , and elsewhere.

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Society Hill Towers: How proactive maintenance gives a Philly high-rise a competitive advantage

Ungrated

Residents of the 614-unit complex take in Old City’s history and urban appeal, enjoy views of the Delaware River, and gather at the outdoor pool in warmer months. Pei and completed in 1964—soars over Philadelphia’s brownstones and historic buildings. This a good board.”

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Supreme Court Ruling Halts “Forum Shopping” in Patent Suits

Associations Now

The ruling, which came about after Kraft Foods sued TC Heartland LLC in Delaware—despite Heartland’s headquarters being based in Indiana—was closely watched by the business world, particularly in the technology space. One critic of the ruling was the Innovation Alliance, which represents patent owners.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 8.9.19

Reid All About it

Location: Room Delaware AB, Hyatt, Greater Columbus Convention Center. Join us to hear a discussion on the latest innovations in the association and nonprofit space. *All times are Eastern Daylight Time unless otherwise noted. Sun 8/11 from 5 to 6 p.m. Small Staff Reception (Columbus OH – #ASAE19). Host: MemberClicks.

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Parsing Common Core: An Education Program Under Fire

Associations Now

In a June Washington Post op-ed, Delaware Gov. Common Core was created at the state level—where our most innovative policies often originate—by governors and state officials. Republicans control the legislatures and the governorships in those states. Responding to the criticism. This is flat-out wrong.