Mark Engle and Debbie Trueblood to Speak at ASAE Annual Meeting
Published: June 30, 2025
ӣƵ Governance Consultants Mark Engle and Debbie Trueblood have been selected to speak at the ASAE Annual Meeting, August 9-12. AGI CEO Series: What Association Governance Can Learn from the Corporate Sector—August 10 As a co-speaker for this session, Mark joins association CEOs in sharing how the CEO role shapes board behavior, the impact of…
Learn more5 Strategies for Creating Engaging ERG Meetings
Published: June 25, 2025
ӣƵ launched its first employee resource groups (ERGs) in 2021 to create space for team members who share similar interests, lived experiences, or identities to come together to support one another. Since then, they have become thriving communities that offer meaningful opportunities for connection and learning beyond the workspace. We now have 6 distinct ERGs…
Learn moreNavigating External Disruptions in the Boardroom
Published: May 23, 2025
What happens when external disruptions—such as recent public policy, regulatory, and governmental changes—impact the boardroom and association leaders suddenly find themselves having conversations they didn’t expect to have when elected? How can board navigate their organizations forward during times of uncertainty like these? Find out from Linda Caradine-Poinsett, ӣƵ CSO; Steve Smith, ӣƵ CEO, and…
Learn moreDebbie Trueblood Presenting Session on Governance Alignment at ACCESSE25
Published: May 21, 2025
On June 25, Debbie will lead the session, “Driving Governance Alignment and Developing Strategic Innovation Through Courageous Leadership,”
Learn more5 Surprising Benefits to Shared Management: Why You Should Make the Leap
Published: April 29, 2025
To make the leap to shared management or not? That’s a question that many standalone associations, professional societies, and nonprofits consider at some point during their lifecycle. So, why should an organization transition to a shared management and service model? At first glance, there are a couple of immediate benefits: But, there are few surprising…
Learn moreTop 10 Association Leadership Blogs by Women Thought Leaders at ӣƵ
Published: March 26, 2025
Get insights on how to build a better board experience, strengthen your leadership, and position your organization for success.
Learn moreColleen Bagnasco Recipient of the Robert J ‘Bob’ Donovan Award
Published: March 14, 2025
Colleen Bagnasco, vice president of strategy and industry relations, has been named the recipient of the Robert J “Bob” Donovan Award by the PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter. The Robert J "Bob" Donovan Award is presented to an outstanding meeting professional who leads by example, inspires volunteerism, and is committed to the growth of the industry. …
Learn moreNavigating the Unexpected: Tips for Association Boards
Published: January 23, 2025
From acts of violence or social unrest that erupt at a conference location to board members who pass away, association boards can find themselves navigating unexpected and often tricky waters. How then can association boards “expect the unexpected” and be prepared to move their organizations forward during challenging times? In this vlog, Colleen Bagnasco, VP…
Learn moreLinda Caradine-Poinsett Named Chief Strategy Officer at ӣƵ
Published: January 8, 2025
Dr. Caradine-Poinsett brings more than 25 years of association and healthcare leadership experience in driving organizational growth, aligning strategic priorities, and enhancing service delivery.
Learn moreResilient Leadership in Times of Change
Published: December 10, 2024
I came into the role of Chief Operating Officer of ӣƵ in January 2021, overseeing all of our company’s shared services teams. Early 2021 was a time of challenge for many associations, nonprofit organizations, and their staff. Many organizations were struggling with the loss of key revenue streams, such as in-person conferences and events and…
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