Five Components of Effective Board Onboarding
Getting board onboarding right is one of the most important — and sometimes overlooked — responsibilities of an association. Organizations invest significant time and effort recruiting and developing board leaders, and the individuals who say “yes” to board service are
Five Components of Effective Board Onboarding
Getting board onboarding right is one of the most important — and sometimes overlooked — responsibilities of an association. Organizations invest significant time and effort recruiting and developing board leaders,
3 Marketing Trends to Move the Needle for Your Association in 2026
As a marketer, part of your role is to stay up-to-date on current trends. But between constant changes in AI, the ever-growing rise of influencers, shifting SEO “rules”, and so much more to keep track of, it can
Podcast Unpacked: Become the Ultimate Connector in 2026 – Why Networking is Your Association’s Superpower
As a whole, associations are anticipating robust growth in 2026, driven by digital transformation, AI adoption, and increased demand for personalized member experiences. An association’s ability to prioritize strategic relationship-building as a
Member Onboarding: 5 Tips for Setting the Foundation for Long-Term Engagement
Member onboarding is one of the most critical, and often underestimated, moments in an association member’s lifecycle. It’s the first real opportunity to turn a new member’s decision to join into confidence, connection, and long-term engagement.
Best of 2025: Must-Read Blog Posts for Association Professionals
As 2025 has come to an end, RGI is reflecting on our most successful blog posts from this year. We have offered valuable association insights, actionable advice, and innovative ideas
Mastering the Art of Social Media Posts
One of the most important parts of managing an association is meeting members where they are. When it comes to communicating with members, social media can be one of the
Seeing Association Management Through a New Lens
Before working at RGI, I only had a basic idea of what association management was. I knew associations helped members and supported whole industries, but I never thought about what
Celebrating the Impact of Association Volunteers
Running an association is both rewarding and challenging. Many organizations operate with lean teams who juggle a wide range of responsibilities, often with limited resources and tight budgets. While staff
DEI in Action: Encouraging Diversity in Leadership
Strong leadership drives organizational success, and diverse leadership drives innovation. For associations and management companies, building diverse leadership teams that reflect varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences isn’t just about doing
10 Leadership Books to Add to Your “To Be Read” List
Recently, I topped 1,000 books on my To Be Read list! After contemplating early retirement so I could buckle down and read 100 books a year for the next 10