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What Should Associations Do to Bridge the Education to Employment Gap?

Spark Consulting

Conduct ongoing and in-depth workforce analysis (and we have some specific tips how to do that). Consider certification. Remember that we also provide case studies of associations doing good work in these areas: HR Certification Institute. Maryland Association of CPAs. Clearly define career pathways.

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How one association found its focus

Mariner Management

Background: The Maryland Recycling Network is a local state group of recycling professionals and citizens whose mission is to promote the sustainable reduction, reuse and recycling (the 3Rs) in Maryland. Their vision is that materials otherwise destined for disposal in Maryland are reused or recycling. Very focused goals.

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Association Brain Food: 4.5.24

Reid All About it

TopClass LMS explains how to differentiate and add value to your association’s education programs by building a human touch into them. She recaps a case study presented at the Innovation Summit about the American Board of Medical Specialties’ use of the blue ocean strategy to expand their certification tool into new markets.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 9.30.16

Reid All About it

After reading Elizabeth Engel and Shelly Alcorn’s paper, The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm , I was inspired to write my own take on how associations could transform higher education. Why not dream big or dream differently—that’s how to design your own future. Maryland Dept. The Maryland Internship Network.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.5.21

Reid All About it

Learn how to measure your current ROI in actual dollar numbers, use the numbers for influencing the membership decision, grow your ROI, and prove beyond a doubt that membership in your organization is a good business decision. The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Crea8e Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions.

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Help Millennials Get Jobs: Offer Online Learning & Career Resources

WBT Systems

Consider topics such as: How to prepare for an interview. How to prepare for a networking event. Upon the completion of a learning pathway, the learner receives a digital badge, certificate, and/or certification. Researchers have found that millennial students favor badging and certificates over traditional degrees.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.12.21

Reid All About it

Learn how to measure your current ROI in actual dollar numbers, use the numbers for influencing the membership decision, grow your ROI, and prove beyond a doubt that membership in your organization is a good business decision. The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Crea8e Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions.

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