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Like many association executives, I never knew that association management existed as a career path until I joined this industry 14 years ago. My first job was at age 9. Before you call CPS on my parents, it wasn’t that kind of job.

I often think of my work life as a career in two acts. Like most of you, I did not set out to be a career association professional.

The work of an executive transitioning into a new leadership role happens long before Day 1.

Every nonprofit has a business model, which we define as the system an organization creates to bring in resources and use them effectively to create and deliver value, achieve mission, and build the capacity to endure. But what happens when there is a disruption to that system.

Establishing payment and data security measures can seem overwhelming and intimidating, especially for small associations that don’t have a ton of resources or staff. The good news is, however, you don’t have to become a cybersecurity expert overnight.

Associations can benefit from upping their video game … and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Whether it’s New Orleans, Nashville or, yes, more than a few towns in Texas, let’s look at three of the big reasons to consider Tier 2 and 3 when planning your next big event.

I've always been passionate about education, and as much as I loved my team and the leadership role I was in my previous role at an online learning solution, I knew my long-term goal in earning the CAE certification was to run an association.

A closer look at what's you don't want to miss when visiting Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland and Odessa.

A competency-based board might make the most sense for your organization for a variety of reasons, but remember, you only get one chance to do it right.