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Angela Kisskeys Named Associations North President

AssociationChat

She joined the team as an office administrator, was named Marketing & Communications Manager in 2010 and then became a Co-Director of Associations North in 2017. Our mission is to advance and serve associations in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.

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Harley Davidson Stumbled Upon Community (And it Saved Them)

Higher Logic

Ken Schmidt, the former director of communications for Harley Davidson, came to Super Forum 2016 to explain how Harley Davidson’s success was built on community. The market won’t accept anything less than great,” he said. “No You can’t go to the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota - a rally that attracts 1.25

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Luggage Tags and Breath Mints: How MSAE Refreshed Itself As Associations North

Association Adviser

Is our name and messaging across all communications consistent and in step with what the organization stands for and delivers to its members?’ AA: Ho w does rebranding rejuvenate your membership marketing? A fun teaser tagline was developed, Fresh, New & True, to give all communications with our members glimpse into what is coming.

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Advocacy Do’s and Don’ts

Association Adviser

Angela Kisskeys , marketing and communications manager, Midwest Society of Association Executives (MSAE) , which represents associations in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota, said her organization doesn’t lobby directly unless the issue impacts the overall operations of non-profits.

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Association Brain Food: 10.7.22

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Because I’m away next week on a hiking vacation in South Dakota, I’m not publishing Association Brain Food on Friday, October 14. Adult learning principles need more attention in the association community. Jargon-busting. Quick hits.