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Speaking to Alabama Law Students about the Association World

Association Navigator

I’m excited to again speak to University of Alabama law students about opportunities in the association world. Partner Mike House is the organizer of Alabama’s government relations program that brings students to Washington for a semester to work and study. courtesy of [link]. How I Came to Association Work.

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Hurricane Michael: Electric Group Turns Website Into Info Hub

Associations Now

The fast-moving Hurricane Michael, which has quickly plowed through the Southeast this week after starting in the Gulf of Mexico, has energy industry groups on their toes as they assess what the storm’s impact is for the affected states, including Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia.

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26 ways association professionals find problem-solving inspiration

Association Success

Inspiration is everywhere, said Dan VanDiver with the Alabama Association of School Boards. “I LinkedIn: The social media site for business professionals often has leadership content pop up to the top of feeds. Suffice it to say, we did a lot of talking. . I don’t necessarily look to associations for new ideas.

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Country Music Association Writes Its Own Anniversary Song

Associations Now

Fans responded with a flurry of social media posts, song downloads, and streamings, and “Forever Country” went immediately to No. To create buzz around the 50th Annual CMA Awards, the Country Music Association produced a mashup of songs that has become a sensation across the U.S. Forever Country” Performers. Jason Aldean. Luke Bryan.

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State Troopers Held a Beauty Contest for Their Cruisers

Associations Now

To help instill camaraderie among state troopers throughout the country, as well as generate a little publicity, the American Association of State Troopers launched a social media campaign calling on people to vote for the “Best Looking Cruiser.”. Alabama Highway Patrol. West Virginia State Police. Minnesota State Patrol.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 11.9.18

Reid All About it

Learn how some nonprofits are using Instagram to reach the young and socially conscious generation, ensuring their organizations continue to grow well into the future. Presenter: Lilach Bullock, Social Media Expert. 1 CAE credit. More information. Host: Wild Apricot. Wed 11/14 at 4 p.m. 1 CAE credit.

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Construction Groups Set Out to Fill Industry’s Skills Gap

Associations Now

It follows in the footsteps of similar programs in Alabama and Georgia. Go Build Tennessee includes a robust website , multimedia advertising, social media, outreach to young people through career fairs, and outreach to counselors and educators.