Join us to discuss the best way to navigate the hybrid course and event landscape to plan for success. Whether you are involved in large group meetings or smaller...

Please join Association Forum for an intimate conversation with U.S. Representative for Illinois 3rd Congressional District, Marie Newman. Newman's district...

Join Association Forum’s Board of Directors and President and CEO in a special Conversation Circle to discuss the racial injustices in America and how we can mobilize...

​During this session we will discover how to enhance the communication and engagement of your team in the remote and hybrid space, as well as how to lean into some of...

Please join us for this SIG Chair Orientation session on April 15th from 2 - 2:30 p.m. (CT). This orientation session will cover what to expect as an Association Forum...

During the session we’ll discuss the varying leadership styles and break into small groups to reflect on the strengths and opportunities inherent in your style and how...

This session will cover creating space for your team during a challenging year, cultivating a Welcoming Environment, how to use the WE resources and use them for your...

Associations are known for their advocacy efforts. But did you know that all association staff have a role to play in advocacy and not just the lobbyist? "Advocacy...

Join us for part 2 of our joint AMC and Governance SIG meeting. This Deep Dive meeting continues the discussion around onboarding new Board members and how to ensure...

The past year propelled the association industry into the virtual space. While most of us would love to return to face to face events and networking, the reality is...

Hear from the panelists on their own career defining moments and how to become engaged in the larger association community. This is a continuation on YP SIG’s series...

Join us for a discussion led by Dan Kowitz and Bruce Rosenthal, Co-Conveners of the Partnership Professionals Network. They will discuss best practices for creating...

The recent pandemics have caused stress and strain on so many. We are still adjusting to working at a distance and feeling disconnected from personal and professional...

As a member of ISAE (which is now a chapter of Association Forum!), you have access to the education and networking you need to be successful in 2021! Want to know...

Increase your chances of passing the CAE exam by joining the study group. Held on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m., the CAE study group provides in-depth...

Join us for a discussion led by female CEOs/Executive Directors as well as a past recipient of Association Forum’s Women of Influence Award. Panelists will discuss how...

After an incredibly difficult year, we all need to move forward. Most organizations are either in the process of developing their next budget or just beginning their...

SIG Summit 2021 is a virtual gathering of Association Forum members to discuss challenges and share best practices with your peers. This member exclusive event is...

The Future Role for Healthcare and Medical Associations

10:00 a.m. Welcome and Speaker Introduction – Michelle Mason, President and CEO, Association Forum 10:05 a.m. Setting the Stage and Context – Paul Pomerantz, CEO,...

Join us for a conversation hosted by Partnerships Professionals Network to understand the ongoing impact of the pandemic on sponsorship programs, discover how to add...

Attendees will have the chance to ask questions on whether COVID-related relief will happen in the lame duck period or under a new administration.

Diversity and inclusion strategies must extend far beyond race and gender. For organizations to truly create an office space where all voices are heard, leaders need...

You have recruited new leaders to help lead your organization. Board orientation might be one of the most important steps in establishing good relations with your...

Hear from prestigious panelists Christie Tarantino-Dean with IFT, Geoffrey Brown with NAPFA, and Donte Shannon with AEMP on how to be seen as a leader in today’s...

Join us for a conversation on the role associations play in civil discourse.

Join Dr. Nabil Chehade of Cleveland’s MetroHealth System for a session on the Social Determinants of Health.Dr. Chehade will discuss the impact of a patient’s social...

With an ever-evolving landscape, made more complex by the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers face the need to transform their systems and operations to reflect...

Opening Keynote: Technology isn't a Substitute for Strategy

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Join the Association Forum’s Finance SIG for a virtual Roundtable Discussion where we will explore two topics to help association finance leaders drive success within...

Join fellow association marketing and communication professionals for a candid discussion of lessons learned and unexpected discoveries during the first half of 2020....

For most chapters/components, engaging members via local, in-person events is at the core of their mission. And when all of us were forced to turn our in-person events...

Join Association Forum to continue the conversation on inequality with generations keynote speaker and multigenerational leadership expert, Raven Solomon.

Now that you've been dealing with the impacts of COVID-19 for several months, how will you plan for the next crisis? And, what could you have done better as this...

Some associations wonder if there should be a “time out” on selling sponsorships due to the impact of COVID-19 on companies. However, some companies are interested in...

This webinar will provide solutions and strategies to ensure that all association staff, staff leadership and volunteer leadership are rowing in the same direction to...

​Want to give back and share your CAE knowledge? Association Forum hosts a semiannual study group to help aspiring CAEs in our community prepare for the exam. We are...

Join Association Forum to continue the conversation on racial inequality. Dr. Cedric Burrows will examine how the words we use have racial and inequitable undertones...

Date: July 27, 2020 Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM (CT) Location: Virtual Event (Zoom login information will be sent prior to the session) Topic: The Impact of Racism on...

One thing is certain. The future post-pandemic will look different. Planning for this new future outlook will take an innovative approach and some risk. The...

In this special conversation circle, female leaders from the association industry will discuss how the issue of race has impacted their professional journeys, their...

In a time of uncertainty organizations, more than ever, will be challenged to drive value to retain their members. Learn how two associations have pivoted to meet...

Strong leadership is the key to help all other components to success fall into place and ensure organizations emerge stronger than ever before. In this webinar we’ll...

We have known for some time that in associations effective governance is critical to strategic, financial and programmatic success. Now, in the time of COVID-19,...

This presentation will highlight what occupiers are focusing on when it comes to re-occupancy of the office. Our discussion will detail the following: ​ ​Overview...

Among the many impacts the coronavirus is having on association conferences, the effect on corporate sponsors should not be forgotten. Conference sponsors and...

Association Forum invites CEOs and finance team members to join us for a brief but important overview of programs that the City of Chicago and the Small Business...

This session will help association staff in all disciplines understand the potential impact of the next recession and ways management and volunteer leadership can...

This webinar will discuss how to tame your data using a strategic approach and discuss the latest and greatest data analysis tools and the merit of using them in your...