Dobbins to leave Aluminum Association; search starts for next CEO
CEO has led Arlington, Va.-based group for less than two years; reason for departure not givenDobbinsTom Dobbins will step down as CEO of The Aluminum Association at the end of October, after less than two years on the job, the association recently announced in a message to subscribers of its weekly newsletter. The message did not include a reason for his upcoming departure.
Read MoreCEO DATELINE — Utah tries to woo back big outdoor show
Four years after organizers of the outdoor industry's largest trade show decided to move to Denver from Salt Lake City to protest Utah's public lands policies, Gov. Spencer Cox has sent a video message: Come back.
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Think digital when crafting association branding strategy
Groups that reevaluated their brands considered online presence as part of overhaul of the message they sought to communicateMitchell In an online world, should associations pay attention to how their brands translate to the digital space? The answer is yes, but don't separate the online component from a group's more traditional communications and marketing strategies.
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Associations assist school leaders amid contentious climate
Some superintendents and board members face hostility, threats over masks and vaccine policies; AASA and NSBA offer guidance, informationSlavenAs school district leaders around the country face threats over mask and vaccine policies, two associations representing these officials are finding ways to support them.
Read MoreAssociation turns to Amazon to reach potential customers
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials seeks to reach third-party sellers who use the retail giant's siteThe retail giant Amazon hosts numerous third-party sellers who use the site to pitch a variety of goods and services to customers, and at least one association sees those sellers as a potential audience for its own offerings.
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Event insurance is pricier but still softens hurricane's blow
Premiums for cancellation insurance have doubled or tripled since the start of the pandemic—even more in high-risk zones, expert saysCrockett
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