Jim Murphy, Executive Director for National Association of Regulatory Administration (NARA) and Management HQ team member, shares his leadership wisdom and lessons-learned. Q: What advice would you give to someone who aspires to an executive director-level association leader? A: In association leadership, keep listening and learning! Sometimes leaders think that people expect them to have…
Kevin Ward was recently elected as an officer for the Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery, an organization whose mission is to end child abuse and neglect and create strong, healthy families. Kevin has served on the board of the Crisis Nursery for three years, with his personal experience driving his passion for the Crisis Nursery’s work.…
On April 18, MHQ CEO Dara Rudick participated in AchieveMinneapolis’ Principal Partner Day. In partnership with Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS), AchieveMinneapolis matches community leaders with MPS principals for a half-day shadowing opportunity at their schools. Dara’s principal partner was Mary Pat Cumming, principal at FAIR Downtown School, a fine arts public school located in Downtown…
On May 10, the Management HQ staff team participated in the first-ever 50/50 Day. On this day, more than 11,000 film screenings, discussions and events took place globally in companies, organizations and homes about how to get a more gender-balanced world in all sectors of society. “Being a part of 50/50 Day was important because…
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…
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,…
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…
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…