Race for Relevance: 5 Radical Changes for Associations
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| Rating | : | 4.65 (919 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0880343354 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-12 |
| Language | : | English |
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The results of these five changes include streamlined and nimbler governance; staff that is challenged and that works in true partnership with volunteers; a realistic, well-defined member market that's easier to find and market to; products and services that members feel are desirable and beneficial; and increased financial and resource capital in short, an association that can succeed in a brave new world. Based on 40 years of combined experience with more than a thousand associations, they present new ideas in governance, management, and strategy that will enable associations to better capitalize on the new environment. The five radical changes that the authors propose areOverhauling the governance model and committee operationsEmpowering the CEO and enhancing staff competenceRigorously defining the member marketRationalizing programs and servicesBuilding a robust technology framework. ASAE is a membership organization of more than 22,000 association executives and industry partners representing more than 11,000 organizations. It also includes a workable guide for implementing these changes without sacrificing influence or sanity. ASAE members manage leading trade associations, individual membership societies and voluntary organizations across the United States and in nearly 50 countries around the w
Five Stars Arrived right on time and as promised!. Five Stars Michele from Rochester, NY Gives association leaders a wakeup call for change.. "A wake up call for old timers." according to PPSI A wake up call for old timers. PPSI 424 Given the amount of time I have before I fall asleep on the train, it took me longer than expected to finish the book. I'll likely read it again at a better pace because I believe the author has hit the proverbial nail on the head with respect to the direction my own professional society is headed. Now, armed with the information we need to present some fresh approaches and inject life into our stagnant growth.. 2A wake up call for old timers. PPSI 424 Given the amount of time I have before I fall asleep on the train, it took me longer than expected to finish the book. I'll likely read it again at a better pace because I believe the author has hit the proverbial nail on the head with respect to the direction my own professional society is headed. Now, armed with the information we need to present some fresh approaches and inject life into our stagnant growth.. . Given the amount of time I have before I fall asleep on the train, it took me longer than expected to finish the book. I'll likely read it again at a better pace because I believe the author has hit the proverbial nail on the head with respect to the direction my own professional society is headed. Now, armed with the information we need to present some fresh approaches and inject life into our stagnant growth.
In the last 25 years, Harrison has consulted with more than 1,200 associations in strategy, planning, marketing, and management. Mary Byers, CAE, formerly a senior-level association executive, is a consultant and professional speaker. . She helps groups gain clarity and focus through facilitating strategic planning retreats, assisting committees and smaller work groups, and helping association staff and volunteers talk through tough issues. About the Author Harrison Coerver is president of Harrison Coerver & Associates, a management consulting firm that specializes in strategy and planning for trade associations, professional societies, and other tax-exempt membership organizations
She helps groups gain clarity and focus through facilitating strategic planning retreats, assisting committees and smaller work groups, and helping association staff and volunteers talk through tough issues. Harrison Coerver is president of Harrison Coerver & Associates, a management consulting firm that specializes in strategy and planning for trade associations, professional societies, and other tax-exempt membership organizations. Mary Byers, CAE, formerly a senior-