“But I’m trying to beat the odds.” This was my 78-year-old dad’s response when I suggested that most people would be happy with a 3-mile walk. He was lamenting that he only had time that day for 3 miles instead of his usual 9-mile daily walk or 50-mile bike ride. His comment made me curious:…
Building on our experience supporting mission-driven professional communities, the Management HQ team is expanding its work to partner with government agencies. With skills in strategic planning, event design, and facilitation, our Government Services team is prepared to support public sector initiatives that center on engagement, equity, and impact. Meet the team leading this emerging area…
Management HQ client, the Association for Federal Enterprise Risk Management (AFERM), a group of ERM professionals who work in federal, state and local government, are hosting the premier event for ERM professionals in October. This year’s Virtual Summit will take place October 21-22. AFERM’s groundbreaking virtual event will bring together the sharpest minds in ERM,…
The leaders I’m connecting with these days are feeling challenged to lead. Many of us are feeling a heavier weight to the world and to our work. And the most frequent question I hear: “What can I do?” I recently had the honor of moderating two panels with brilliant professionals who are fighting for justice…
My Dog Is My Home is a national nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness and their companion animals. MHQ is proud to select My Dog Is My Home as our 2025 community partner for the second year in a row. This organization is having a powerful impact and providing invaluable…
On June 20th, we celebrate Mackenzie Kelley’s seven-year anniversary with Management HQ! Mackenzie serves as one of MHQ’s Executive Directors, working closely with our client associations to grow and strengthen their organizations. Mackenzie’s time with MHQ has been characterized by excellence in leadership, preparation, and collaboration. “Mackenzie is a stellar leader and team member here…
On June 7th, we celebrate Rachel Gaul’s 2-year anniversary with Management HQ. Rachel serves as Account Executive and Associate Executive Director on behalf of our clients, and her time at MHQ has been characterized by growth and leadership. “Rachel has emerged as an organization leader at MHQ. In her 2 years with us, she has…
On May 20-22, the MHQ team, led by NAGC Executive Director Mike Swan, delivered an incredible Communications School for the National Association of Government Communicators, attended by more than 300 people. The event was held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and offered 24 keynote and breakout sessions in addition to the Blue Pencil & Gold Screen…
In the spirit of MHQ’s newly embraced core value of “Growth”, I am working on aligning my own journey more deeply with our values of Community, Service, Openness, Integrity, and Growth. Six months ago, swept up in a whirlwind of information and advice on creating morning routines, I designed my own ideal morning routine. The…
Leading With Curiosity, and Courage in an Age of Disruption By Cecilia Stanton Adams, CEO, The Diversity Institute Let’s be real, the workplace has changed more in the last five years than it did in the last fifty. Your teams are more diverse than ever—racially, generationally, culturally. Gen Z is entering with bold expectations, Millennials…