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How the Events Industry Is Coming Together Amid COVID-19

Associations Now

Despite the large economic hit the meetings sector is dealing with due to coronavirus, industry professionals, venues, and organizations have still found ways to support one another and their communities. Earlier this week, close to 11,000 industry professionals came together for Global Meetings Industry Day: Virtual.

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Boatbuilding Program Introduces High Schoolers to Marine Industry Careers

Associations Now

In an effort to fill the boat shoes of retiring marine tradesmen and women, the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association created a summertime boatbuilding program aimed at high school students. For such a small state, Rhode Island has a considerable amount of coastline— approximately 400 miles of it.

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Statement On Confirmation Of Gina Raimondo As Secretary Of Commerce

InternetAssociation

Dane Snowden released the following statement on the confirmation of Gina Raimondo as the Secretary of Commerce: “The internet industry congratulates Secretary of Commerce Raimondo on her confirmation.

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Improve Your Association?s Value with Reverse Mentoring or Co-Mentoring

Smooth The Path

Philip Tedesco, CEO of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors , noticed that when they got the Past Presidents’ Council together with the Young Professionals Network, there was more than just a one-way dialogue. They know the profession or industry. Take reverse-mentoring for example. They know the connectors.

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Associations Work to Tackle Industry Workforce Shortages Head-On

Associations Now

Industries from tech to the trades are struggling with workforce shortages in their industries. Over here at Associations Now , we hear from a lot of associations about how their industries are facing workforce shortages. Other associations have approached the workforce shortage in their respective industries in different ways.

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Association Community Floods Social Media With Tributes to ASAE’s Graham

Associations Now

Nicholas Oliver, CAE, Executive Director, Rhode Island Partnership for Home Care. “It is a testament to his legacy and impact that so many people of diverse backgrounds, from an array of industries and nonprofits, are affected by this loss.” My thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends.

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How Associations Are Embracing Apprenticeships

Associations Now

Check out a few examples of associations big and small offering such programs for their respective industries. Associations are well-suited to offer these kinds of apprenticeships as a way to attract new kinds of workers to their respective industries. Apprenticeships are growing in importance. Labor Department.