Past Due for a Committee Checkup?
As always, we’re delighted to share a post that echoes something we've been saying for years and which research confirms: governance and structure...
Uneven volunteer engagement? It may come down to your staff liaisons
Volunteer engagement challenges look a little different in every organization, but if you are feeling the strain, chances are you’re not alone. To...
5 Conflict Conversation Pitfalls
Working with volunteers naturally involves conflict. Sometimes it can be constructive, leading to stronger relationships and better outcomes. Other...
Big Spring Energy: CEX Highlights & Staff Liaison Training takes center stage
There’s nothing quite like getting in a room (or on Zoom) with other association professionals. There’s an energy that comes from sharing ideas,...
Motivating Chapter Leaders with the Power of Purpose – Part 2
In our April 16th post on motivating chapter leaders, we noted that when volunteers understand the purpose (the ‘why’) behind their work, they show...
Community, Connection, and Co-Creation: A CEX 2026 Recap
CEX 2026 is over and it was another year of connections, collaboration, and conversation … all centered around how can we build community for...
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