How can associations best manage their young talent?
It's a common current dynamic at many associations: Members of the executive leadership team are baby boomers, age 50 and older, while staff is dominated by "millennials"—those under the age of 30. The generation gap between the two groups is so wide, it can seem like a chasm at times, HR experts say. But it is a gap that must be bridged, as properly managing and cultivating young talent is crucial for nearly every association's survival.
Read MoreBusiness groups campaign for quick action on fiscal cliff
With the long election cycle finally at an end, associations are launching a tidal wave of campaigning aimed at preventing the U.S. from heading over the "fiscal cliff."
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Cyber Monday origins rest in association world
Wikipedia says "Cyber Monday" is a phrase created by companies to encourage consumers to shop online, but according to Ellen Davis, the term actually invented itself. Ellen Davis
Read MoreFive new members of Chamber Committee of 100 announced
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has named five new members to its Association Committee of 100, the organization announced Friday. They are: Tim Pawlenty, the Republican former Minnesota governor and new CEO of the Financial Service Roundtable; Mitch Bainwol, CEO of the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers; Pat Cleary, CEO of the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations; Albert Modiano, president of the U.S. Oil & Gas Association; and
Read MoreObama win a disappointment for many trade groups
Republican-leaning associations lost big in presidential race and in congressional contests, in which they spent many millions Election reactions
Read MoreAssociations urge newly elected leaders to end policy gridlock
Business groups congratulate winning candidates, but also issue reminders of the work that lies ahead Association leaders had one message for President Barack Obama and Congress in the wake of Tuesdays elections: Congratulationsnow get to work.
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