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Thursday Buzz: North America Loves Its Meetings

Associations Now

. “Across the continent we are demonstrating how meetings build personal relationships, drive positive outcomes, and support strong communities,” said MMB Co-Chair Michael Dominguez, who is also senior vice president of corporate sales for MGM Resorts International. billion to the country’s GDP in 2012.

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Virginia Shooting Highlights Safety Concerns for TV News Crews

Associations Now

In particular, use of images of the shootings by New York City newspapers created a major outcry from the public and from fellow journalists. “Covering news means we can find ourselves in the midst of civil unrest, natural disasters, police activity, and other high-risk situations. Now, it has a new reason to do so.

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Pope Francis: Catholic Student Associations Capitalize on Papal Visit

Associations Now

Groups at several universities are sending students to the three cities where events are taking place (New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC), and organizations and parishes near the events—including PCSA and other University of Pennsylvania religious groups— are opening their doors to those who hope to see Francis in person. “We

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Association Leadership: Stepping Into Chairs Role

SCD Group

Guest Post by Russ Lemieux, The Kellen Company Name of Association: International Transportation Industry Trade Organization Description of Organization: 400 member companies, including transportation companies and vendor companies; 50% based in the US, 25% in Europe and 25% in Asia and South America. Annual budget: $3 million.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 5.12.17

Reid All About it

Find out how the Handbell Missions of America changed their programs and benefits to meet the needs of their members, how they use communication and membership tools to encourage renewals, and what membership trends are on our minds. See how different fonts and typography communicate beyond the words they form. Host: Neon.

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Lunchtime Links: Avoid Stress When the Pressure Is On

Associations Now

Catching up with the times: The recent BookExpo America in New York City debuted a new preparation technique for attendees: a Hackathon. The Hackathon included members of the publishing industry as well as top-tier venture capitalists and technologists.

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Women Who Tech Around the World

Beth Kanter

When Alyson Kapin asked me if I was interested in doing a session for WomenWhoTech, I very much wanted to do a session that could showcase and hear from women in places outside of North America. I am grateful to Alyson, NTEN and other Summit sponsors for the opportunity to experiment with having a Global virtual discussion.