Every community needs its champions — those people whose ideas spark conversation, whose work uplifts a sector, and whose voice brings clarity to complex challenges. In the the membership world, the Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals index does precisely…
For decades, association leaders have relied on intuition, experience, and member feedback to make decisions. Those instincts still matter, but a new era of decision-making is here — one where data meets intelligence. Artificial Intelligence isn’t replacing leadership judgment; it’s…
Selecting a Learning Management System (LMS) might be one of the most important decisions an association makes — and one of the most confusing. There’s no shortage of platforms that promise to “transform learning” or “engage members like never before.”…
For most associations, conferences are the single biggest investment of the year. They demand months of planning, endless coordination, and a significant budget. But when it’s all over — the applause fades, the banners come down, and the invoices start…
Artificial intelligence is often talked about in terms of big, bold transformations. People imagine futuristic scenarios, disruptive innovation, or highly technical projects. But in reality, some of the greatest benefits of AI for associations are much simpler: it quietly takes…
For generations, associations have been the gathering place for professionals who share an identity, an industry, or a cause. Membership has always been about belonging — but in today’s world, members want more than just a community. They want career…
For decades, professional networking at events followed a predictable script. You met someone, exchanged business cards, maybe had a coffee, and hoped the relationship would stick. But the landscape has shifted. Business cards are no longer the centerpiece of connection,…
The pandemic forced associations into a massive experiment: hybrid events. Suddenly, in-person and online audiences had to come together in real time. Some events thrived, others struggled — but the lessons learned remain highly relevant in 2025. Today, hybrid isn’t…
Events are powerful. They bring people together, spark ideas, and strengthen communities. But they also have a footprint — in travel, materials, catering, and energy use. For years, sustainability in events was seen as a “nice-to-have,” something to consider if…
Events are often the heartbeat of an association. They are where members gather, ideas spark, and communities feel most alive. But in 2025, with so many demands on time and budgets, some people still ask: “Are events really worth it?”…
