About the Author: KiKi L'Italien

49% say no immediate federal impact… but that’s only part of the story. This week, ASAE released a Member Update shedding light on the growing financial strain associations are facing — and it’s worth a pause. With budget pressures rising, policy uncertainties looming, and new AI guidelines being introduced, now is the time to take [...]

We're looking for fresh voices and creative minds for our upcoming May issue of Association Chat Magazine. What we're seeking: Articles featuring innovative perspectives on association management topics (750-1200 words) Creative submissions including poetry, short stories, photography, line drawings, or paintings Advertisers who want to reach thousands of engaged association professionals Our May issue will [...]

Association professionals, we need your insights! Association Chat has partnered with industry experts Dana Freker Doody of Inktide Solutions and Shameka Jennings of EventsNoir on a groundbreaking research initiative exploring outsourcing practices in the association community. Why This Matters: Associations face increasingly complex operational demands with limited resources The pandemic accelerated remote work and distributed [...]

February 26, 2025 As lawmakers consider potential changes to tax policy that could impact nonprofits, new polling data reveals that the American public strongly supports protecting the nonprofit sector and recognizes its crucial role in addressing community needs. According to recent research from Independent Sector, an overwhelming majority of voters believe nonprofits are essential to [...]

How CPAF Successfully Coordinates 35 Sports Across 28 Venues Executive Summary The California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF) manages one of the most logistically complex sporting events in the association space - the United States Police and Fire Championships (USPFC). With 2,700+ athletes competing in 35 sports across 28 venues from Los Angeles to the Mexican [...]

Picture this: A national championship belt, gleaming under arena lights, worn proudly by... a nail-driving champion? If this sounds unexpected, that's exactly the point. In the world of association leadership according to Rick Harris, CEO of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP), the unexpected is where the magic happens. APMP CEO Rick Harris, [...]

Association Chat’s Question of the Week: Finding Joy in the Small Moments This week, Association Chat’s Question of the Week invites you to reflect on something truly meaningful: What was a happy moment you experienced this past weekend? In a world where challenges often seem to outweigh the good, taking a moment to focus on [...]

Every year, I see people I admire rolling their eyes at New Year’s resolutions, dismissing them as pointless or outdated. Honestly? It breaks my heart a little. 💔 Why so much hate for something filled with hope and possibility? I see the posts, and here’s the deal: You’re right—making goals just once a year isn’t [...]

Discover Fresh Features, Exclusive Insights, and Fun Extras We’re thrilled to announce the release of the newest issue of Association Chat Magazine, and this one is packed with more features, more voices, and more ways to engage than ever before! In this issue, we’re introducing brand-new content sections designed to bring you closer to the [...]