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Lessons From 25 Years at One Association

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She had worked as a press secretary and business journalist in Kentucky, and NTA seemed like an intriguing new venue for her writing. “I Prather’s story suggests the opposite: that with a certain tenacity and open-mindedness, employees can evolve into valued members of a staff, to the point where they’re qualified for top leadership.

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Stronger by Association: AMR Promotes, Hires Additional Staff

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Melanie Bowzer , hired in January 2011 as a marketing and communications coordinator, now serves as Executive Director of the Association of Medical Illustrators, a professional society of more than 800 graphic artists in the life sciences and healthcare field. and Kentucky. Melanie Bowzer. Glen Ellwood.

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Stronger by Association: Engle Earns Meeting Planner Certification

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He graduated from Transylvania University in Lexington in 2002 with a degree in Business Administration, and completed his Master of Science in Sport Administration from Eastern Kentucky University in 2006. American Academy on Communication in Healthcare. Kentucky Association of Nurse Anesthetists. About AMR Management Services.

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Stronger by Association: Clearing the decks

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If all those little, day-to-day activities were attended to by a professional and skilled staff, how would your volunteer leadership structure its time and focus its energy? American Academy on Communication in Healthcare. Kentucky Association of Nurse Anesthetists. What could your organization accomplish? Email This BlogThis!

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Time Management: The Most Critical Skill for Association Leaders

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These are truly leadership moments, where elected leaders have to factor into their decision-making the organization’s limitations, as well as the potential benefit to members. There are many books and online tools specifically designed to help association leaders with such leadership moments. Email This BlogThis! Newer Post.

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Stronger by Association: NASCA Selects AMR as Management.

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.” NASCA, an association for commissioners, directors and cabinet secretaries who oversee government operations, helps members implement public policy to improve efficiency and effectiveness and promotes interstate communication by showcasing innovative programs. American Academy on Communication in Healthcare. Ray Walton.

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Stronger by Association: 9 Ways to Become a Better Board Member.

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In fact, I believe facilitation is the most underrated board leadership skill of all. Leadership is not just about running the board meeting according to the agenda; it’s about promoting full and rich dialogue, encouraging all board members to contribute, and ensuring that you get the best out of the board as a team. AMR Clients.

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