AMCs Impact on Association Financial Performance

Association Management Models and Their Impact on Financial Performance Prepared by James Gaskin, Ph.D. Brigham Young University Commissioned by AMC Institute (AMCI) Final Report: July 2015 Executive Summary The table below summarizes the relative financial performance of associations managed by an association management company (AMC) vs those independently managed. Green reflects a higher value for associations managed…

Diversity and Inclusion Statement of Purpose

Here is a sample Diversity and Inclusion committee / work group “Statement of Purpose,” for associations:   In principle and in practice, we value and seek diversity and inclusiveness within the association management industry.​ We advocate for and promotes involvement, innovation, and expanded access to leadership opportunities that maximize engagement across underrepresented groups in association membership.​ We will provide…

A Look into the Future: MSAE Gets Intentional about Diversity and Inclusion

By Melvin Tennant, CAE, CEO of Meet Minneapolis and Dara Rudick, CAE, CEO of Management HQ [This article was originally published in  Midwest Society of Association Executives August 2015 Newsletter.] When the Midwest Society of Association Executives (MSAE) began to consider a diversity and inclusion initiative, there was conversation and questions.  Some wondered if it…