
Raybourn Group International Named Among Best Places to Work in Indiana for the Second Consecutive Year
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Chamber of Commerce has revealed the rankings for its 2022 Best Places to Work in Indiana program, selecting Raybourn Group International (RGI), an Indianapolis-based association management, consulting and event planning firm, as the 16th best small

How to Make Your Association’s Culture a Member Benefit
In “The Leader’s Guide to Corporate Culture”, an article in the Harvard Business Review, defines culture as what is encouraged, discouraged, accepted, or rejected within a group. It states that

3 Keys to Purposeful & Strategic Association Events
One of the key membership benefits of any association is the ability to participate in an Annual Meeting or Conference. In my last blog, 5 Trends Shaping the Future of

5 Trends Shaping the Future of Association Meetings and Events
Association professionals learned in March of 2020 that our crystal ball was broken. If you had asked back then what the future of meetings would be, we might have said

Takeaways From an In-Person Event
The following is a first person account of an in-person event held on April 12 & 13 by the Casket and Funeral Supply Association of America. This account is from

Raybourn Group International Named Among Best Places to Work in Indiana
Contact: Shelly Pfenninger, CAE800-362-2546spfenninger@raybourn.com Raybourn Group International Named Among Best Places to Work in Indiana Indianapolis – The Indiana Chamber of Commerce has revealed the rankings for its 2021

Conferences and Events: Lessons From the Last Year
In the past year, our fully virtual world has taught us a lot about conferences and events. There are takeaways for all parties involved in events as meeting planners, presenters

Why You’re Not Getting New Volunteers (And What You Can Do About It)
Volunteer leadership is an essential aspect of any association that wants be successful. And for associations who want to continue to adapt, bringing in new volunteers is key. They bring

Volunteer Appreciation: 10 Quick Tips for Saying Thank You
Successful associations need volunteers, appreciate their help, and thank them for their contributions. Volunteer time and expertise are valuable, so ensure your volunteers feel valued as well. Whether you thank

4 Steps to Building an Effective Volunteer Program
Volunteers are essential for any association. They are in tune with your industry, understand the needs and motivations of your members, and are often the ones charged with planning and

Volunteers: The Lifeblood of a Successful Association
Associations serve as forces of change for their industries and provide members with essential resources to help their careers and businesses thrive. While association staff can manage the day-to-day operations