On April 19, 2017, MHQ client, the Illinois Association of Housing Authorities (IAHA) held its 2½-day annual Maintenance and Management Clinic in Decatur, Illinois. At the event, the Decatur Fire Department (DFD) literally set things on fire, leading a “Fire Prevention and Side-by-Side Burn Demo.” To demonstrate how fast a fire can spread without…
In the second of a two-part event planning series, guest writer and event pro, Kalsey Beach, brings MHQ readers some insight on how to plan association events for success! Event sponsorships are a great way to earn event revenue and gain attendees. Unfortunately, event hosts often spring into action too late to gain traction on…
The Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC) selected MHQ to serve as its association management partner, beginning July 2017. “ADEC is very pleased to join forces with MHQ,” said Dr. Ramona Fernandez, ADEC President. “We believe MHQ to be the right management company as we grow and expand our reach into a global community…
Inspired by a panel of writer-contributors to editor Sun Yung Shin’s widely acclaimed book, “A Good Time for the Truth: Race in Minnesota*” at an MHQ client conference, the MHQ staff wanted to learn more. They decided to explore the book as a team. As part of MHQ’s intentional commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity,…
In the first of a two-part event planning series, guest writer and event pro, Kalsey Beach, brings MHQ readers some insight on how to plan association events for success! Set Goals The most important step in planning an event is often missed – setting goals. Before you sign contracts, select decor and invite guests,…
On May 4, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) presented Glenn Ford, SBA’s Emerging Leader instructor since 2010, and Management HQ (MHQ) Board member, with the first ever District Directors Award as part of the National Small Business Week celebration. Ford was chosen because of his sustained dedication to helping grow small business and through…
On April 12, members from the MHQ team joined more than 400 Twin Cities Professionals to interview and coach 1,700+ AchieveMpls STEP-UP high school interns at the Minneapolis Convention Center. These practice interviews match youth who are preparing for summer internships at top Twin Cities organizations with experienced professionals and community volunteers eager to share their…
Dr. Charlene Newkirk, Convener of The Presidents’ Round Table, an organization that brings together African-American Community College leaders for the purpose of ensuring their success as campus leaders, was recognized in April by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society with the prestigious Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction. College presidents and campus CEOs are selected for the Shirley…
We at Management HQ deliberately embrace opportunities to expand our hearts and minds, demanding equity and driving inclusion, engagement and diversity in our work, our team, and our communities. In recognition of April is Celebrate Diversity Month, Management HQ is sharing ideas from association leaders, as compiled by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE),…
For many associations, engaging stakeholders to take action can seem like pulling teeth. However, appealing volunteers around immediate and shared goals is, arguably, among associations’ most important tasks. “So how can associations optimize their chances of influencing their stakeholders’ choices?” Let’s turn our heads to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) for some ideas. In…