Lobbyists win some, lose some on transportation bill
Two trade group players provide examples of persistence and perspective in working toward long-term legislative goals Bauer
Read MoreSocially augmented events: more value after the fact
Second in a two-part examination of the social technology tools that can be deployed in the service of an association event. What happens in the months after an association event, like a tradeshow, convention or fly-in, is critical to building brand and perceived long-term value.
Read MoreGlobal heavy hitters convene in Toronto for issue discussions
Even with a deep international business knowledge base, committee members report mixed success in dealing with foreign challenges Is Your Association Considering Going Global? Its a common topic at annual meetings and conventions as more groups look abroad for expansion and revenue opportunities.
Read MoreITI board favors TechNet talks
The board of the $9 million-revenue Information Technology Industry Council voted July 11 to move ahead on merger talks with $7 million-revenue TechNet. ITI Vice President of External Affairs Tom Gavin noted the board approved negotiations rather than any actual deal. The board voted to move forward with discussions with TechNet to identify the best ways to consolidate the strengths of the two organizations, he told CEO Update.
Read MoreCEO announces departure from magazine association
Nina Link led organization during a time when magazines struggled to develop business model for a digital world Link
Read MoreDavid Stevens to stay as CEO of Mortgage Bankers association
After announcing departure in May to take job at Suntrust, MBA president changes his mind Stevens
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