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After Mass Collision, Bird Conservation Group Discusses Bird-Friendly Building

Associations Now

A recent incident in Texas when hundreds of birds collided with a glass building has brought the issue to the forefront. During a recent rainstorm, migrating songbirds collided with a 23-story building in Galveston, Texas, resulting in the deaths of 395 birds. With spring in full force, birds are migrating north for the summer months.

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Engage volunteers, take a page from the magazine

Aaron Wolowiec

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Advocacy Do’s and Don’ts

Association Adviser

” Mary Lange , president of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT) Education Foundation, reiterated that members pay dues to be represented. . “This increases costs to consumers,” she added, even though some legislators “don’t seem to care.” ” At a recent presentation in Washington, D.C.,

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111 Intriguing Chats for 2011

ChatterBachs

As many of you know, the priority of engaging and connecting is a big one for me- a soapbox- if you will, and I don’t understand those who simply look at social media as a way to promote their agenda, products, and/or services. bkmcae - Ben Martin; Richmond, Virginia; Product mgr for MemberFuse & RealWeb by NFi Studios.