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Add Chapters to Make an Old Association Feel New

Associations Now

Launching a chapter network has helped PEN America, a literary organization with almost 100 years of history, recruit new members and reinvent opportunities for member engagement at the local level. Last month, PEN America announced a member expansion plan to create regional chapters for the first time in its history.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 6.25.21

Reid All About it

2021 has seen a 250% increase in anti-transgender discriminatory bills introduced at the state level since 2017, when many people first remember hearing about “bathroom bills.” Presenters: Chase Brunson, Marketing and Development Manager, The Rise School of Austin. 1 CMP credit. More info/register (possible fee for MPI non-members).

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 1.21.22

Reid All About it

I regret not buying Bitcoin back in 2017 when it was only $1300 (argh), so I’m determined to stay on top of what’s emerging now, starting with this introduction to Web3 by Mike Troiano at G20 Ventures. Learn how board skills tracking can help you identify critical gaps and engage in more strategic board member recruitment.

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