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All Eyes on Cleveland as It Finalizes Preparations for RNC

Associations Now

It been two years—and lots of work—since Cleveland was awarded the Republican National Convention. After being awarded next week’s Republican National Convention in July 2014 , Cleveland hit the ground running. It receives pro bono support from Destination Cleveland. “We Community Involvement Is a Must.

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Cleveland Nonprofit Recognizes Unsung Volunteer Heroes

Associations Now

For nine citizens of the Greater Cleveland area who were recently honored with MTV Awards, the recognition had nothing to do with catchy music videos or trophies shaped like moon men. The organization decided that we needed to put the ‘human’ back in ‘human services.’. The program’s longtime manager shares some secrets to success.

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Labor Day-inspired ideas to strengthen and grow your union

Aptify

Read on for three ideas to help strengthen and grow your organization. And since 1894, when President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September the annual national Labor Day holiday , the U.S. These days, your members expect to be able to interact with organizations – including their union – online.

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Inspiration in a Box From One Traditional Meeting Venue

Associations Now

How one organization used a traditional venue to create an unconventional, out-of-the-box experience at their inaugural winter meeting. Welch, an independent nurse anesthetist and owner of the gym Crossfit Cadre in Hudson, Ohio, helped organize Crossfit Hero workouts at the Kent State University Field House to raise money.

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Why The Path to Innovation is Paved Through Partnership

Associations Now

Smart organizations are increasingly turning to strategic partnerships as the best way to exceed rising consumer expectations. One organization that has seen the benefits of partnerships is global hospitality and entertainment company MGM Resorts International. We want to do business with people who share the same values.”

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NFL. Rams. Association Governance.

SCD Group

All association professionals need to remember this mantra: “It’s their organization not yours!” Last week, the National Football League’s Board of Governors voted to authorize the (Cleveland/Los Angeles/St. Louis), the NFL staff stepped in at the 11th hour and got involved to manage the process. depending on the organization.

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Turn Members Into Hackers (the Good Kind)

Associations Now

And while you might think of hackathons as a design or product development method for techies, Murdock said they work for all types of organizations. He cited Redfin , Cornell University , Cleveland Medical , and Hilton as good examples of organizations that host annual or semiannual hackathons. How did you involve members?