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Return on learning (ROL): More than a boring statistic

Aaron Wolowiec

Fireworks in Grand Rapids on July 4, 2011. I’m headed down to Muncie, Indiana. Nevertheless, I’ll be speaking at the Indiana Society of Association Executives’ (ISAE) annual convention Thursday afternoon. It’s Tuesday afternoon, the day before Selma’s favorite holiday: Independence Day.

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Won’t You Be My Mentor?

Associations Now

One possible solution is to take the reins yourself, like Lauren Hefner , director of communications for the National Grocers Association, did when she was searching for a mentor in the association industry. A 2011 LinkedIn survey of almost 1,000 U.S.

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111 Intriguing Chats for 2011

ChatterBachs

I found myself thinking back over all the great 1-on-1 conversations I had in 2010 and wanting to have more in 2011. It should also be noted that the list reflects my interests: associations, events, travel, tech, government, education, social media, communications, marketing, public relations, and jobs. forrestkoba - Forrest W.

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Wednesday Buzz: When Organizations Weigh In on Social Issues

Associations Now

Starting with November 2011, when 70 organizations joined a legal brief to overturn the Defense of Marriage Act, Cadei traces the growing support of big business and professional organizations for the gay-rights movement. But beyond the courts and the protests, there were other influencers at play. Giving Tuesday is 153 days away.