Association Adviser

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

For TSAE, holding its annual conference in Houston after Harvey was a way to show support and solidarity with their members and friends in the area. However, the message from Visit Houston and other city hospitality leaders throughout the three days was clear: Houston is back in business and stronger than ever.

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Houston Texas Fort Worth Conference 97

Eric Lanke

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

My social media feeds were full of examples of associations pitching in to help storm victims or otherwise changing their marketing and communications strategy to give members in the hurricane affected areas a break from what otherwise must be an onslaught of association messages. My association, however, didn't do any of these things.

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Communications Houston Texas Florida 100

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, challenged the association community to imagine it’s December 31, 2029, look back over the past decade and ask, “What did our association do to shape a different and better future for stakeholders and successors?”

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Strategy Content Education Tips 195

Idea Architects

JUNE 22, 2012

Facilitation Friday #25: Five Keys to Strategy Discussions. When was the last time you were in a session intended to produce good strategy that actually did so? Too often strategy conversations are anything but strategic. Participants bring their past experiences and present expectations to the strategy effort.

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Strategy Columbus DC Louisville 60

Idea Architects

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

Every Monday, I offer a leadership limerick, highlighting an idea or strategy about effective leadership in limerick form. Any virtual event might also benefit from an in-person option, and any face-to-face meeting should explore how to incorporate virtual participation. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference.

Leadership 60

Leadership Columbus DC Louisville 60

Idea Architects

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Every Monday, I offer a leadership limerick, highlighting an idea or strategy about effective leadership in limerick form. Sometimes its a matter of different communication styles (think Myers-Briggs or DiSC); sometimes it is assuming people connect the dots on their own more than might be the case. Monday, December 19, 2011.

Leadership 60

Leadership Columbus DC Louisville 60

Idea Architects

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Every Monday, I offer a leadership limerick, highlighting an idea or strategy about effective leadership in limerick form. So we need to be even more intentional when trying to communicate with the masses. 19, Houston, Assof of Fundraising Profs Conference. Monday, December 12, 2011. Which should be a more regular attitude.

Leadership 60

Leadership Columbus DC Louisville 60