DeLaine Bender CAE
For many association leaders, a strategic plan is a must, while others are not so enthused. Perhaps they have had a past strategic planning experience that didn’t pan out well—or perhaps they don’t understand the potential positive effects of a well-developed strategic plan. What’s the Purpose? The purpose of a strategic plan is to provide…
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So often we hear potential new association clients comment that they have an issue with reaching younger potential members. Often they say, “Gen (fill in the blank) are just not interested.” However, an association cannot be sustainable long-term without continuing to recruit and retain younger members. The question to ask is whether the association is…
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Why Choosing an Accredited Association Management Company is Crucial for Your Organization’s Success
As we discussed in a previous blog post, an association management company (AMC) is a professional service provider that manages and administers the operations of associations, non-profits, and other membership-based organizations. The role of an AMC like AMR is to help the organization meet its goals, run its programs, and grow its membership. However, not…
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Are you the unfortunate owner of a project list that never seems to get any shorter? Busy association management leaders and staff can relate to that quandary. Part of the challenge and appeal of association management is the challenging tempo and wide variety of duties in our workday, but the pace can be intimidating. To…
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Executive Directors play a critical role in the success of the membership organizations, professional societies, and trade associations they lead – and I am blessed to work with some of the best and brightest here at AMR Management Services. There is a lot that goes into preparing someone to take on the role of Executive…
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