How To Setup an Association From informal network to official association – a comprehensive guide developed with Francis Child, drawing…
The traditional approach to conference sponsorship follows a familiar sequence. You have an event, a prospectus, and a pipeline. It used to be enough. But as competition for sponsor attention, budget and time intensifies, a top-down model is starting to show its limits.
Our first 2026 Strategic Board Series event brought together association leaders
at the iconic Sofitel Sydney Wentworth for an engaging and intimate
conversation with key players from across the industry.
The organisations that will remain relevant, influential, and valuable in 2026 won’t simply be doing more. They’ll be doing things fundamentally different.
From Planning to Progress: A Smarter Way to Run Your Association’s Strategy Day These days, the term “strategy” is used…
In 2025, association boards are facing a new era of accountability. A recent report from the Governance Institute of Australia revealed that 92% of directors believe board expectations are rising, driven by factors like ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), stakeholder engagement, and rapid change in technology.
With EOFY renewals wrapped up and calendar-year renewals approaching, now is the time for associations to take a fresh look at their membership strategy. Falling memberships are a concern across the sector, and the latest data confirms it.
New Managing Director to Lead The Association Specialists Into Next Chapter