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The Impossible Job Description: Why It's Time to Rethink the Executive Director Role
Have you looked at a typical job posting for an Executive Director lately? It reads like a wish list for a team of ten—operations,...
Apr 144 min read


Building Better Boards: Key Takeaways from My ICD.D Experience
Earning my ICD.D designation reinforced my knowledge and gave me new insights into governance practices.
Mar 304 min read


Innovation: The Lifeline of Thriving Associations
Innovation is the foundation of everything we do, driving our ability to deliver exceptional value to the associations we serve.
Feb 283 min read


Big News for the New Year: HOST Management Achieves AMC Accreditation!
It’s a New Year, and we’ve got BIG news! As we step into 2025, we are filled with immense pride and excitement to share a major milestone...
Jan 203 min read


Reflecting on the Year: The Impact of Harmony within Associations
It’s a time to honor the tireless efforts of associations and the impact they’ve had on their industries
Dec 23, 20243 min read


How Associations Can Redefine Growth
Growth is more than a metric—it's a mindset. And to truly thrive, associations must challenge themselves to grow intelligently...
Dec 1, 20242 min read


Financial Management: Building a Sustainable Future for Your Association
Effective financial management ensures associations can continue serving members and achieving goals while maintaining sustainability.
Oct 26, 20244 min read


Engagement Happens When You Get the Rest Right
Stop Chasing Engagement: Focus on What Drives It.
Sep 22, 20245 min read


A Purposeful Approach to Diversity in Associations
Diversity is more than a statement on a website—it's a fundamental aspect of building a vibrant, inclusive community within associations.
Aug 29, 20246 min read


Understanding the Role and Responsibilities of Association Boards of Directors
A functional board is made of individuals with complementary skills. However, having a “perfect on paper” board is just the beginning.
Jul 26, 20246 min read


Association Health and Excellence: Your Guide from A to Z (quite literally)!
From A to Z, how does your association measure up in the HOST Management Association Health Check?
Jun 7, 20245 min read


Building Sustainable Practices for Associations
In today's world, marked by environmental challenges and a heightened sense of social responsibility, associations have a unique role
May 29, 20243 min read


Business Leaders: Are You Really Celebrating Your Wins?
It's about recognizing the hard work, dedication, and ingenuity that went into achieving those goals.
Apr 7, 20246 min read


Empowering Boss Ladies: Breaking Barriers in Business on International Women's Day
In the spring of 2015, in Florence's Piazza, a serendipitous encounter with Mimosa flowers marked the beginning of our awareness of...
Mar 7, 20243 min read


Staying Agile in Association Excellence
If your current approach involves sticking with manual, in-house operations under the assumption of cost savings, it's worth noting that you
Feb 21, 20245 min read


Reflecting on 2023, Anticipating 2024, and the Heartbeat of Association Management
As we take a moment to reflect on the past year and set our sights on the aspirations of 2024, one thing is abundantly clear: the...
Dec 31, 20233 min read


It May Be Time To Consider a Virtual Event
It’s hard to believe ten months ago we pulled the trigger on going virtual due to a global pandemic. The months of April and May were...
Jul 1, 20225 min read


Ten Years Well Spent – the HOST Management Journey
I know I am not the only person in 2020 who had plans that did not come to fruition, but this year was our 10th anniversary.
Jul 1, 20228 min read


How I spent two days at a Trade Show during COVID-19
Last week, we were back on that ride, highs and lows, only one chance to get it right, results pending on execution.
Jul 1, 20226 min read


Tell me everything you know
You choose and build the platform to match the event, not the other way around.
Jul 1, 20225 min read
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