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My Top 5 Blog Posts of 2014

Eric Lanke

As we end another year, here''s a look back at the five posts on this blog that received the most page views in 2014. In laying out the guidelines that govern our activities, I realize that only one term makes any sense--association management. I felt this one was going to strike a nerve when I was writing it.

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Association Relevance Despite Market Turbulence

Potomac Core

As part of its 2014 Strategic Planning, TFI established an Industry Stewardship and Sustainability strategy. The Board envisions a global leadership role for itself through safe, efficient, and responsible delivery and implementation of its products around the world. Industry Driven Sustainability Initiative.

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Top 5 Association Management Takeaways from Xperience2014

YourMembership

The Xperience2014 Customer Conference, held March 31 – April 1, 2014, at the Vinoy Renaissance Resort in St. Proper planning and negotiation are paramount to this process — your partnership should have clear guidelines, metrics, and a plan for all possible outcomes. Develop a Ladder of Engagement. Manage Your Board More Effectively.

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My Top 5 Blog Posts of 2013

Eric Lanke

In laying out the guidelines that govern our activities, I realize that only one term makes any sense--association management. I hope you plan to stay engaged in 2014. + + + This post was written by Eric Lanke, an association executive, blogger and author. My thanks to everyone who has been reading what I''ve been putting up here.

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Six Differences Between Customer-Focused Companies and Operations-Focused Companies, Shep Hyken

Plexus Consulting

Six Differences Between Customer-Focused Companies and Operations-Focused Companies CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE By Shep Hyken , Published April 30, 2014 12 Join the discussion! Leadership: The leaders of a customer-focused company set the vision and mission of the culture, and then they lead by example.

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Destinations Make Diversity and Inclusion a Strategic Priority

Associations Now

“With Cheryl’s leadership, we look forward to building upon the framework of our already established community partnerships, and reflecting the global footprint of Dallas.” In 2013, the Cincinnati USA CVB took a leadership role in the industry by establishing an inclusive and measurable Supplier Diversity Program.

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A Kick-Ass Community Manager Q&A

Higher Logic

Matthew Coffindaffer , CAE, Manager, Volunteer Relations, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership (ASAE). In 2014, ACUHO’s board reevaluated the association’s committee work and the online community concept came up—we launched in June 2015. Tom Morrison , CEO, The Metal Treating Institute (MTI).