Associations Thrive
By Joanna Pineda
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This is Associations Thrive, the podcast celebrating successful associations and their leaders. Listen in as top association executives tell all, revealing the creative and innovative ways they’re increasing their bottom line, serving their members, and reimaging their organizations.
The Associations Thrive podcast is hosted by Joanna Pineda, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International. Joanna’s personal mission and the mission of Matrix Group is to help associations and nonprofits increase membership, generate revenue and thrive in the digital space.
We believe that every association has a unique mission and unique story in how they’re serving their members, impacting their industry, and ultimately changing the world. Guests include top trade association, professional society, and non profit executives. We’re here to help amplify their stories so all associations can learn and thrive, together.
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140. Linda Akutagawa, President & CEO of LEAP, on Leadership Training Within a Cultural Context, Learning Cohorts, and Celebrations
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May 22, 2025 |
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139. Preet Bassi, CEO of CPSE, on Fire Department Accreditation, Igniting Volunteerism, and Innovation Through Evidence-Based Practices
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May 15, 2025 |
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138. Chris Mohr, President of SIIA, on Data Ecosystems, Policy Advocacy, and Driving Member Engagement
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May 08, 2025 |
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137. Special Episode with Lindsay Currie, Adam Levy, and Tara Puckey, Talking About Sustaining Mental and Physical Health as a Chief Staff Exec
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May 01, 2025 |
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136. Drew Holmgreen, President & CEO of PPAI, on Leading with Joy, Elevating an Industry, and Reimagining Branded Merch
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Apr 24, 2025 |
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135. Debra Wilson, President of NAIS, on Reinventing the Conference, Reimagining Office Space, and Rebranding the Association
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Apr 17, 2025 |
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134. Jena Stack, ED of SIO, on Interventional Oncology as the Fourth Pillar of Cancer Care, Running Clinical Trials, and Explosive Growth
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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133. Trevor Mitchell, President & CEO of IAVM, on Membership Growth, Engagement, and the Future of Live Events
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Apr 03, 2025 |
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132. Amy Lestition Burke, CEO of SWANA, on Prioritizing Safety, Rebuilding Trust, and Launching a New Event
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Mar 27, 2025 |
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131. Julia Herz, ED of AHA, on Homebrewing and Becoming an Independent Association
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Mar 20, 2025 |
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130. Jennifer Briggs, EVP & CEO of TxA, on Change Management, Advocacy, and Elevating the Profession
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Mar 13, 2025 |
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129. Rob Abbott, CEO of ISPOR, on Expanding Healthcare Access, Health Economics, and Shaping Policy
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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128. Joy Banks, ED of CoSA, on State Archives, Digital Records, and Organizational Reinvention
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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127. Eloisa Perard, President & CEO of Gracelight Community Health, on Disaster Relief, Comprehensive Care, and Community Partnerships
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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126. Debbie Witchey, President and CEO of ABHW, on Mental Health Parity, Data Sharing, and Being a Thought Leader
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Feb 13, 2025 |
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125. Larry Graham, Former President, National Confectioners Association, on the Definition of Candy, Tradeshow Success, and Advocacy
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Feb 06, 2025 |
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124. Sven Bossu, CEO of AIPC, on The Future of Global Events, Certification, and Sustainable Events
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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123. Catherine De Orio, ED of the Foundation for Culinary Arts, on the Yes Chef! Culinary Camp and The Importance of Vocational Training
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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122. Silvia Quevedo, ED of Lamaze International, on Six Healthy Birth Practices, Certification, and Rethinking Membership Categories
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Jan 09, 2025 |
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121. What’s Been on Association CEOs' Minds in 2024, with Joanna, Leah, and Ray
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Jan 02, 2025 |
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120. Ulric Shannon, ED of the Surge Institute, on Leadership Training and Building Community
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Dec 19, 2024 |
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119. Special Episode with Dave C, Kiki, Joanna, Ben and Dave W Talking About What’s Got Us Worked Up
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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118. Blanca Campos, CEO of CBHA, on Mental Health Stigma, Funding Advocacy, and Executive Mentorship
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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117. Tip Tucker Kendall, ED of NGMA, on Managing Growth, Strategic Board Oversight, and CEO Exhaustion
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Nov 21, 2024 |
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116. Laurie Kulikosky, CEO of CHADD, on ADHD Awareness, Supporting Neurodivergent Employees, and The Path to Executive Leadership
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Nov 14, 2024 |
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115. Alison Heron, CEO of ACLP, on Helping Children Cope With Illness, a Personal Board of Directors, and Member Burnout
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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114. Kenny Mendez, President & CEO of AAFA, on Fly Fishing, Asthma Capitals, and his Filipino Heritage
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Oct 31, 2024 |
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113. Kate Fryer, CEO of the Endocrine Society, on Intentional Decision Making, Calculated Risks, and Non-Dues Revenue
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Oct 24, 2024 |
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112. Lisa Fitch, Director of the AACD Charitable Foundation, on Restoring the Smiles of Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence
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Oct 17, 2024 |
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111. Jay Karen, CEO of NGCOA, on The Growth and Future of Golf, Bold Communication, and Governance
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Oct 10, 2024 |
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110. Eduardo Arabu, CEO at NHCC, on Convening Leaders, the Latino Executive Accelerator, and Hispanic Heritage Month
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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109. Josie Hernandez, President of Association Latinos, on its Conexiones Event, the Workforce Trends Survey, and Hispanic Heritage Month
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Sep 26, 2024 |
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108. Leah Reily, ED of AHF, on Rebranding and Hosting an Iron-Chef Style Cooking Competition
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Sep 19, 2024 |
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107. Shawn Kaminski, Executive Director of DirectWomen, on Board Diversity, Leadership Transition, and International Expansion
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Sep 12, 2024 |
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106. Jeff De Cagna, EA at Foresight First LLC, on Association Boards and their Duty of Foresight
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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105. Sharon Kneebone, ED of AAPM, on How Open Access for Journals is coming to Associations
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Aug 29, 2024 |
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104. Rebecca Achurch, CEO of Achurch Consulting, on the Top Three Things Associations Need to Prepare Themselves for the Future
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Aug 22, 2024 |
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103. Mike Copps, President & CEO of ALDA, on Member-Driven Growth, Executive Engagement, and Strategic Conference Planning
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Aug 15, 2024 |
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102. Dr. Hudson Garrett and Karen Niven of the Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) on Innovation, Membership Recruitment, and Succession Planning
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Aug 08, 2024 |
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101. James Thorne, CEO of Vehicle for Good Inc., on Non-Traditional Fundraising and Working with Influencers
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Aug 01, 2024 |
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100. Special Episode with Dave C, Kiki, Joanna, Ben and Dave W Talking About Market Fit, the Future of Associations, and the Looming Membership Cliff
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Jul 25, 2024 |
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99. David Chavern, President & CEO of the Consumer Brands Association (CBA), on Storytelling and How the Trade Association Business Has Changed
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Jul 11, 2024 |
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98. Dr. Hudson Garrett, ED & EVP of the Association of Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP), on Industry Partnerships and Microcredentials
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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97. Sandra Nam, Co-Founder and CEO of Qiqo Chat, on Creating Community and Startup Culture
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Jun 27, 2024 |
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96. Special Episode with Jose Segarra, Rick Burt and Don Dea on the Importance of the Association Workforce Trends Survey
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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95. Jennifer Abril, President & CEO of The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA), on B2B Networking, Nuanced Advocacy, and Membership Being a Business Imperative
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Jun 13, 2024 |
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94. Patrick Smith, Founder & ED of Soil Upside, on Regenerative Farming, Climate Smart Practices, and Transforming Agriculture
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Jun 06, 2024 |
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93. Devin Jopp, CEO of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), on Leadership, Innovation, and Transforming Healthcare
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May 30, 2024 |
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92. Wendy-Jo Toyama, CEO of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Care (AAHPM), on AI in healthcare, AANHPI Heritage Month, and finding your voice.
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May 23, 2024 |
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91. Sue Ann Hong-Whitaker, President & CEO of the Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW), on ending Sexism, Racism, and All Other -isms.
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May 16, 2024 |
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90. Vince Talucci, CEO of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), on The Future of Policing, AI, and Community Policing
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May 09, 2024 |
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89. Joanna Pineda, CEO of Matrix Group, on 25 Years in Business, Being a Troublemaker, Reinvention, and AI
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May 01, 2024 |
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88. Amith Nagarajan, Chairman of Blue Cypress, on the Association Market, AI, Innovation and Culture
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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87. Deborah McKinnon, Executive Director of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), on Member Involvement, Institutes, and Education
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Apr 18, 2024 |
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86. Michael DiFrisco, Executive Director American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), on Accreditation, Retiring Members, and
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Apr 11, 2024 |
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85. Joe Lindahl, CEO of Mission MSA, on Rebranding and Providing Support to Patients
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Apr 04, 2024 |
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84. Howard Pearl, CEO of Charitable Rides and Services (CARS) On Fundraising, Staff Enlightenment, and Why He Fell in Love with CARS
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Mar 28, 2024 |
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83. Matthew Hughes, CEO of the World Affairs Councils of America (WACA) on Why World Affairs Should Matter to all Americans
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Mar 21, 2024 |
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82. James Thomas, Exec Director of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) on Association Decision-Making, Certification and Education
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Mar 14, 2024 |
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81. Laura Caputo, Executive Director of the Romance Writers of America (RWA) on DEI Controversies and Rebuilding Trust
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Mar 07, 2024 |
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80. Meredith Gibson, CEO, Association for Women in Science (AWIS), on DEI and What's Really Changing Hearts and Minds
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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79. William Arnone, CEO, National Academy of Social Insurance, on the Value of Social Insurance and Why Need to Understand It and Protect It
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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78. Jose Segarra, Executive Director of the Association of College and University Auditors (ACUA) on Nurturing Community and Focusing on Diversity to Create a Thriving Culture
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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77. Pam Donahoo, CEO of America's Mortgage Banking Attorneys (USFN), on Supporting Members During the Pandemic, and Supporting the Next Generation of Members and Leaders
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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76. Corey Rosenbusch, President and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), on Geopolitical Turmoil, Staff Culture and Association Mergers
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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75. Adam Levy, Executive Director of the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) on Servant Leadership, Advocacy and Reinventing Meetings
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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74. Dave Coriale, Kiki L'Italien, Joanna Pineda, Ben Muscolino and Dave Will Talking About Association Podcasts, Entrepreneurship and Reinvention
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Jan 11, 2024 |
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73. Juan Amador, Executive Director of SACNAS, on Culture, Assimilation, Mentoring, and Awards
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Jan 04, 2024 |
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72. Looking Back on a Year of Associations Thrive Episodes with Leah, Joanna and Ray
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Dec 28, 2023 |
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71. Loretta DeLuca, CEO & Owner, DelCor Technology Solutions, Inc., on Staff Culture, Growth, and Keeping An Ear to the Ground
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Dec 21, 2023 |
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70. Marcie Finney, Executive Director, Cleveland Cord Blood Center (CCBC), on Doing Good Work and Creating a Great Place to Work
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Dec 14, 2023 |
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69. Blane Ruschak, President of The PhD Project, On Attracting Black, Hispanic and Native Americans to the World of Business Through Professors
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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68. Khanh Vu, CEO, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE), on Helping Members Develop Cultural Agility and Leadership Skills
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Nov 30, 2023 |
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67. Julie Kresge, Executive Director, Erie County Bar Association (ECBA) on Doing Good and Implementing a New Strategic Plan
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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66. Jimmy Williams, Jr., General President of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) on Equity, Inclusion and Membership Growth
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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65. Tara Puckey, Executive Director of the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA), on Seeing Opportunities in Disruption
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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64. Amy Melnick, Executive Director of the National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care, on the Power of Coalitions
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Nov 02, 2023 |
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63. Bonnie Ricci, Executive Director of the International Council Advancing Independent School Accreditation (ICAISA), on the Value of Accreditation
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Oct 26, 2023 |
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62. Jeffery Beckham, CEO of Chicago Scholars, on Helping First-Generation College Students Achieve Their Dreams
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Oct 19, 2023 |
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61. Tom Morrison, CEO of MTI, on Running to Meet Member Needs, and the MTI Strong Rebrand
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Oct 12, 2023 |
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60. Rich Yep, Interim CEO of SWANA, on what it takes to be a great association CEO, and the value of the CAE designation
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Oct 05, 2023 |
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59. Josie Hernandez, Board President of Association Latinos, on Celebrating and Promoting Members
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Sep 28, 2023 |
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58. Darian Rodriguez Heyman, CEO of Helping People Help, on What It Really Takes to Fundraise Well
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Sep 21, 2023 |
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57. Melanie Gottlieb, Executive Director, American Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (AACRAO) on Birthing a Profession and Their Most Inclusive Strategic Planning Process Yet
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Sep 14, 2023 |
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56. Joanna Fawzy Doran, CEO of Triage Cancer, on Helping Cancer Patients Navigate Their Legal Rights
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Sep 07, 2023 |
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55. Kelli Baxter, Executive Director of the American Translators Association (ATA) on How AI is Disrupting and Transforming Their Profession
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Aug 31, 2023 |
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54. John Tramontana, CEO of the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA), on Listening to His Members and the Changing Demographics of Veterinarians
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Aug 24, 2023 |
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53. Lisa Salberg, Founder and CEO of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association (HCMA), on Her Most Important Member Benefit and Self-Care for Founders
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Aug 17, 2023 |
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52. Chuck Ingoglia, CEO of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, on Mental Health First Aid and the new 988 Hotline
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Aug 10, 2023 |
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51. Todd Hauptli, CEO of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), on Generating Significant Non-Dues Revenue and Aligning Staff Around a Shared Vision
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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50. Lowell Aplebaum, CEO of Vista Cova, on How Governance Powers an Organization and His Phoenix Philosophy When It Comes to Committees
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Jul 27, 2023 |
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49. Carly Boos, Executive Director of the CLL Society (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia), on Aligning All Activities with Your Strategic Plan
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Jul 20, 2023 |
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48. Dr. Annise Mabry, Executive Director of the Dr. Annise Mabry Foundation, on Working with Law Enforcement to Prevent Another Ferguson
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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47. Bob Thomas, President & CEO of the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA), on Merging Two Associations and the New Concrete Masonry Checkoff Program
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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46. Eve Lee, Executive Director of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA), on the value of partnerships for amplifying messages and getting feedback from the field
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Jul 06, 2023 |
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45. Allison Grealis, Founder & President of the Women in Manufacturing Association (WIM), on why WIM was founded, expanding in the US and globally, and what's really working to help women move up in their careers
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Jun 27, 2023 |
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44. Johnnie White, CEO of ASA, on Expanding Membership, Promoting Public Awareness and Hybrid Meetings
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Jun 22, 2023 |
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43. Tracie Hall, Executive Director of the American Library Association (ALA), on Navigating Political Debates and Putting on a Great Annual Conference
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Jun 15, 2023 |
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42. Jennifer Poff, Executive Director of the North State Building Industry Association Foundation, on How to Work with Community Organizations to Recruit Talent
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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41. The Rev. David Madison, Executive Director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools, on Creating Sticky Member Benefits, and Helping Member Schools with Governance and Episcopal Identity
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Jun 08, 2023 |
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40. Jane Plitt, President of The National Center of Women's Innovations (NCWI), on the Founders of GPS, Frequency Hopping and Duct Tape
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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39. Cynthia Young, Executive Director of the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), on Why Art is Good for Everyone and Professionalizing an Organization
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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38. Joe Sellers, General President of SMART, on Managing Diversity and Changing Culture
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May 30, 2023 |
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37. Antonio Tijerino, CEO of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, On Why It's Important to Be Naive and Impatient When Serving Your Constituents
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May 25, 2023 |
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36. Wendy-Jo Toyama, CEO of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM), on Her Values and the Organization's Four Innovations
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May 23, 2023 |
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35. Trevor Mitchell, Executive Director of American Mensa, on Why the Smartest People in the World Need a Community
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May 18, 2023 |
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34. Jeff Shields, President & CEO of the National Business Officers Association (NBOA), on Being a Native Digital Association
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May 11, 2023 |
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33. Dr. Ahmad Nooristani, Founder of the SLO Noor Foundation, on Creating a Medical Home for the Uninsured in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara
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May 09, 2023 |
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32. Dan Berger, CEO of the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU), on How to Stay Focused on Your Association's Mission
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May 04, 2023 |
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31. Bailey McMurray, Executive Director of the Illinois College of Emergency Physicians (ICEP) on How to Revamp Member Benefits and Make Membership Everyone's Job
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May 02, 2023 |
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30. Larry Hoffer, Executive Director, American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS), on the Member Benefit He's Most Proud of
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Apr 27, 2023 |
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29. Wade Koehler, Executive Director, FCSI The Americas Division, on Creating Amazing Events and How His Podcast Became a Member Benefit
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Apr 20, 2023 |
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28. Michael McDonald, President of SPESA, on Reimagining Their Conferences
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Apr 13, 2023 |
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27. Sharon Kneebone, Interim Executive Director of AAPM, on Their Innovation Challenge and New Member Types
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Apr 06, 2023 |
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26. Patricia Montague, CEO of SNA, Says Ever Student Deserves a Nutrition Breakfast and Lunch
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Mar 30, 2023 |
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25. Aaron Alejandro, Executive Director of the Texas FFA on Compelling Stories That Drive Donations
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Mar 23, 2023 |
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24. Gretchen Steenstra, Chair and President of AWTC, on Creating a Thriving Association with an All-Volunteer Staff
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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23. Glynis Harvey, CEO of AIUM, on Reimagining Your Annual Conference
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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22. John Segota, Executive Director of NAGC, on their Hybrid Event Strategy
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Mar 02, 2023 |
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21. Dave Jackson, Executive Officer at ASPET, on Open Access for Journals and a New Advocacy Function
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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20. Rhea Steele, Chief of Staff and VP of Strategy & Governance at SNA, on DEI Recruiting That Works
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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19. Associations Thrive - Tori Miller Liu, President and CEO of AIIM, on New CEO's Listening Tour
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Feb 09, 2023 |
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18. Associations Thrive - Shawn Boynes, CEO of ACA, on the Interstate Counseling Compact
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Feb 02, 2023 |
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17. Associations Thrive - Tim Brink, CEO of MCAA, on Creating Community Among Members and Partner Associations
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Jan 26, 2023 |
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16. Associations Thrive - Rick DellaRatta, Founder of Jazz for Peace on His Funraising Model That Drives Awareness
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Jan 19, 2023 |
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15. Associations Thrive - Rick Grimm, CEO of NIGP, on a Talent Council That Recruits Volunteers Leaders All Year Long
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Jan 12, 2023 |
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14. Associations Thrive - Christina Lewellen, Executive Director of ATLIS, on How Governance Powers Her Association
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Jan 05, 2023 |
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13. Associations Thrive - Vince Talucci, CEO of the IACP, on Going Global and Redefining Membership Eligibility
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Dec 29, 2022 |
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12. Associations Thrive - Sue Cunningham, President & CEO of CASE, on Their Career Journey Framework
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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11. Associations Thrive - Aaron Hilger, CEO or SMACNA, on Creating Intentional Culture with Remote Staff
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Dec 15, 2022 |
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10. Associations Thrive - Russ Webb, Executive Director of the BAAA, on his FOMO Event Strategy
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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9. Associations Thrive - Mike Bober, President & CEO of the Pet Advocacy Network, on a Successful Rebrand
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Dec 01, 2022 |
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8. Associations Thrive - Alan DeYoung, Executive Director of WEMSA, on Creating a Nationally-Accredited Training Program
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Nov 22, 2022 |
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7. Associations Thrive - Anton Ruesing, Executive Director of FTI, on Bringing Contractors and Training Directors Together
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Nov 17, 2022 |
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6. Associations Thrive - Todd Stafford, Executive Director of ETA, on the Value of Apprenticeships Today
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Nov 15, 2022 |
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5. Associations Thrive - Tracey Moorhead, CEO of AAPACN, on Research that Shows the ROI of Certification
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Nov 10, 2022 |
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4. Associations Thrive - Matt Baehr, Executive Director of BMI, on Creating a Conference for an Adjacent Audience
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Nov 03, 2022 |
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3. Associations Thrive - Lindsay Currie, Executive Officer of CUR, on Foresight Thinking and CUR's Opportunity Fund
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Oct 27, 2022 |
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2. Associations Thrive - Ryan McLaughlin, CEO of NVAR, on Reimagining the Member Experience
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Oct 20, 2022 |
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Pilot - How Associations Thrive Came To Be
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Oct 16, 2022 |