Association Chat Magazine, Issue 2 2024

35 The Association Community Needs a Different AI Conversation Right Now 37 SOAP Update 38 Beyond the AMS Empowering Small Orgs to Lead 40 Leave a Legacy Like Springsteen How Digital Accessibility and Gifting Can Secure Your Association's Future TECHNOLOGY 18 Trust Your Unique Value at Work 20 Reimagine Your Mindset and Advance Your Career Be Inspired, Innovate, and Lead Social Impact 22 The Job Hunt CAREER ADVANCEMENT 27 Identifying What Matters Most LEADERSHIP 09 Building Bridges Values-Driven Leadership in Challenging Times INSIGHTS & IDEAS 11 Experiential Events Creating More Accessible Networking Opportunities for Introverts and Reserved Attendees at Conferences 14 The Volunteer Revolution Passion, Purpose & Pitfalls in the Engagement of Our Association’s Lifeblood 16 Navigating the Engagement Loop A Roadmap for Association Success ENGAGEMENT VOL. 1, ISS. 2 2024 MAGAZINE Thank You to All of Association Chat’s Sponsors! 04 Letter from the Editor 22 Life As An Association Professional COLUMNS 42 Flock Around and Find Out 45 Word Search 47 Overheard in Associations PLUS+ From the Association Chat Road Trip to ASAE, “Why Don’t You Ride the Bus?” p.34  Michele Ware, President, BOMA LA From Job Listings to Leadership ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE PROFILE p.24 Deedre Daniel Disrupting the Way We Think About Engagement at Events (And I Like It) FEATURED DISRUPTOR p.30

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