On Friday, March 5, we were invited to lead a MHQ signature 60-minute Strategy Session for the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA). NIVA is a phenomenal association that drove forward the “Save Our Stages” Act as part of the Covid-19 Relief Bill. The group’s mission is to preserve and nurture the ecosystem of independent venues…
Happy Passover – in advance! I wanted to share with you the story of my joyful 2-week early Passover celebration. And give folks time to prepare some favorite vegan Passover recipes compiled by @LiveKindly in time for a Passover Seder, or festive Passover holiday meal, on Saturday, March 27. HINT: Try the @ConnoisseurusVeg Matzoh Ball…
In honor of Women’s History Month we celebrate the incredible management professionals of Management HQ (MHQ). These leaders have been selected to participate in our exclusive “MHQ Leadership Development Program,” a 20-hour, 10-week leadership program designed and led through the lens of MHQ values. “It is quite a privilege to work alongside these brilliant professionals,”…
In this video, our CEO explains why the MHQ values are the heart of our organization, driving all that we do. # # # # # Brilliant Board Leaders choose MHQ to run the business of their associations. Submit a 3-minute RFP.
In February, MHQ held the third session in our Forum series, “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Board Leadership.” The panel discussed the impact and advantages of sound diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategy and implementation on a board level; addressed board culture as a catalyst to advancing DEI principles and practices; and shared action steps…
Management HQ honors and celebrates the contributions of Black Americans during Black History Month 2021. Our office takes care and works toward equitable practices as part of our lived values in the workplace and beyond. Part of this effort is celebrating what has made America rich in culture and the historical impact of Black lives…
Click here to watch MHQ’s exclusive video. In January, MHQ held the second session in its Forum series, “Association Trends.” The panel reviewed the results of the Community Brands Industry Study, “Association Trends 2020,” helped board members keep up with and deliver on members’ needs; discussed the types of experiences that engage stakeholders; and shared…
On January 20, Dara Rudick, CEO and Founder of Management HQ (MHQ), was elected to serve as the Treasurer and Secretary of Meet Minneapolis. “It is an honor to have been elected as an officer of such an impactful organization,” said Dara Rudick, MHQ CEO. “I look forward to supporting Meet Minneapolis’ mission and financial…
To honor Black History Month, we interviewed Dr. Aida Martinez-Freeman, Management HQ (MHQ) Managing Director, about how leaders can drive diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in their organizations. Aida has dedicated her career to supporting equitable and inclusive work environments, and the talented individuals who make up these spaces. Many leaders are looking to be more inclusive, and drive equity and inclusion in…
Stephanie Gandy, MHQ’s Client Services Manager, reflects on 2020, the events impacting us all, and the unique ways MHQ’s Client Services Team met these challenges. What a year 2020 was! Our professional lives were mainly lived virtually, which can present challenges, since humanity can easily be forgotten in an electronic world. Our clients and communities…