Aaron Wolowiec

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The 4 Words of 2020

Aaron Wolowiec

The descriptions of 2020 are overused: “in these unprecedented times” “we learned to pivot.” But are there larger lessons we can take away from 2020? This blog post explores lessons learned in 2020 with four words. They are often accompanied with tactical lessons learned-embrace technology, use content wisely, etc.

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2021 Membership Prediction

Aaron Wolowiec

For many associations 2020 has been a year of incredible innovation and creation as we have been forced to change in so many ways. Now that 2020 is almost over and many of. those initial challenges are behind us it is time to focus on 2021 and what that might look like from a membership perspective.

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2022: A Year of Voice, Listening, & Possibility

Aaron Wolowiec

It feels like 2021, while different, was in some ways a continuation of 2020. As we come into 2022, we find a populace that is tired. Successful associations in the coming year will not just need adaptive systems and differentiated value – they will need to demonstrate an incredible, authentic depth of care for humanity.

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Racial Equity Statements: Eloquent Words, but Do You Mean It?

Aaron Wolowiec

2020 brought a significant increase in organizations providing statements and reflections on diversity, equity, and inclusion. While they were appreciated, it also prompts a series of actions.

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Think Like a Kid… and Find the Fun in Getting Healthy

Aaron Wolowiec

All the excuses of 2020 aside, most of us kick off any new year with a million goals about our health. The huge influx of people to the gym that seems to dwindle off by the end of February. So, how do we find a routine we can commit to? My advice – think like a kid.

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Where Will You Be Three Months from Now?

Aaron Wolowiec

Of course 2020 taught us some of the dangers of that annual bias and about three months in we went into "crisis mode". In the association world, we tend to think in annual increments.

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It’s January 1, 2021, What Now?

Aaron Wolowiec

Long time HBA Moderator Angela Pelc has all the answers on how to make 2021 so much better than 2020! Improve your health, get fitter, sleep better, stay motivated. How can you achieve all this and more? Well…she’s got one answer. And it’s not an easy one.

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