Acumen Blog

  While there are many, associations most often cite these as common challenges. Finding and Keeping Good Leadership Many times, volunteers are hard to find. They are reluctant to participate, unaware of the time commitment, and unsure of the role. Perhaps they are...

When you’re serving on a board, sometimes it’s difficult to please everyone. No matter how hard you may try, it seems there’s always someone that seems to be working against the common goals of the board and the association. Whether well-meaning or not, it’s important...

Like many industries, the association management industry is inundated with continuing education and discussion topics around Artificial Intelligence (AI). These education programs mostly follow the same pattern. A fun, excitable presenter showcases a fast-paced...

Ethics are important in every field of work – and for good reason. You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who would disagree with that statement. Dig a little deeper, and how you outline your personal and professional ethics becomes less black and white in their...

"Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen, and a push in the right direction." ~ John Crosby A new board member may initially feel like an outsider. Learning the ropes and developing a sense of belonging is a process. Everyone knows each other and has a broad...