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ASAE Announces Passing of CEO John H. Graham IV, FASAE, CAE

Associations Now

On behalf of ASAE’s board of directors, staff, members, industry partners, and other stakeholders, we extend our deepest sympathies to John’s family. Before joining ADA, Graham served the Boy Scouts of America for nine years. In May 2015, he was recognized by the Boy Scouts of America as a Distinguished Eagle Scout.

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Association Community Floods Social Media With Tributes to ASAE’s Graham

Associations Now

Donations and Condolences The Graham family suggested that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Graham’s memory to organizations that were particularly important to him, including: The National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America. The Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America. VCS Cancer Foundation.

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Motorcycle Industry: Efforts to Reach Female Bikers Paying Off

Associations Now

According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, the biking industry is increasingly drawing more female riders, many of whom are revving engines as part of a growing younger audience. The numbers say it all : 14 percent of all motorcycle owners in America today are women, compared with 8 percent in 1998, according to MIC.

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Printing Trade Group ‘Right-Sizes,’ Restructures as Industry Faces Major Change

Associations Now

Print Owners Revamp Web Presence Printing Industries of America isn’t the only printers’ group that recognized the need to upgrade its web presence. The site also contains a list of services, industry news, a membership map, and a more streamlined conference registration system.

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Political Black Swans: Ignore Them at Your Association’s Peril

Association Success

In 2003, widespread protest broke out around me in Azerbaijan, a country formerly part of the Soviet Union. That year, I led the charge to open an office in the Middle East for an international association that served the oil industry. Beware of political risks when exploring new global markets.

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Bringing Credibility to the Conversation: Katie Butler, IIABA

Association Adviser

Our featured professional this month is Katie Butler, vice president of communications for the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA). Katie has served IIABA since 2003 and has helmed the communications department since communications since 2004. How did you come to work for an association?

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.13.20

Reid All About it

WBT Systems suggests offering adulting programs to help young professionals in your industry survive and thrive in their careers. Presenter: Ben Rome, Manager, Marketing, American Industrial Hygiene Association. Coronavirus has taken the event industry by storm. More info/register. Tue 3/17 at 1 p.m. – More info/register.

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