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Leadership Might be Prime for Another Big Evolution

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Is climbing a telephone pole in a snowstorm a better job than being the United States President? While leaders of large organizations are often receiving very public scorn amplified in the media, small organizations are not immune either. I’ve been studying what usually trips leaders of smaller organizations up.

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Embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion during the 2024 Women’s History Month

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Since 1987, the United States has honored women’s ongoing contributions to history, society, and culture. This March, join us in honoring the women who make your organization and community a better place! Here are five ways your organization can improve your equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts: 1.

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International Leadership, Women’s Issues, and Branding—A Conversation With Allison K. Summers, CAE

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In the United States, only approximately four states have a law prohibiting marriage under the age of 18. And, there are two states where a couple, accompanied by parents, can marry as early as 12 years old. Each year, 12 million girls are married before they turn 18. Summers, CAE, a guest on the Association 4.0

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Why Going Global Might Require Some DEI Tweaks

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United States-based associations looking to expand want to preserve their DEI goals, but some don’t always translate. And as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) becomes a norm in organizations, it may become another source of potential friction, said Francisco Gomez, CEO of the global consultancy Factum Global.

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Association Brain Food: 1.19.24

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It will also explore which business functions are leading the way, how leadership is supporting AI efforts, and how policies are affecting adoption. Organizer: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNP, principal and founder, Rogue Tulips Consulting Fri 1/19 at 4 p.m. Post-program campaigns. More info/register (Consultant Members Community).

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Association Brain Food: 1.12.24

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They share sources of free education for association professionals , including niche membership organizations, events, webinars and podcasts for the association community. Masterful Mentoring for Organizations Within the next 5 to 10 years, more than 76 million baby boomers are scheduled to retire. Inspiration. Fri 1/12 at 4 p.m.

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Celebrate Women’s History Month with these innovative leaders

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The 2020 United States Census reports that women have increased STEM employees from 8% in 1970 to 27% in 2019. Laurin is a leader in event promotion and member engagement strategy at her organization. While women have made great strides in the U.S. workforce, they are still vastly underrepresented in STEM jobs. Download now