Change is critical. It’s also risky. There are 4 inescapable facts to keep in mind. We cannot succeed without regular, meaningful change Some changes will…
We’re way behind but we’re getting better. Our sector is way behind the for-profit world, but we’re getting better. We know from our annual survey…
By Asif Ahmed, Manager at Zzeem Zzeem recently hosted an European-Canadian summit to exchange views on how associations and Association Management Companies (AMCs) operate across…
The “Seven Year Itch” is more than just a romantic notion made famous by Hollywood, where partners take stock of their relationship and decide whether…
Associations need a well-executed delivery process to ensure a highly professional experience for their valued sponsors. Yes – a High Performance Organization™ understands the Seven…
Zzeem conducted the fifth annual survey of Canadian membership organizations for 2016. The numbers tell an interesting story. Below is a short synopsis. NOTE: A…
Many directors think bylaws are something the association is required to have but don’t see it as a vital tool for how they do business.…
The CEO reports to the board. Right? Yes. So if the board directs the CEO to do something, he/she should do it. Right? Not always.…
Your ideal sponsor partnership is not about “selling” your event to a sponsor. It’s all about delivering value to each major stakeholder; the “holy trinity”…
Associations spend a lot of energy trying to attract members, engage volunteers and recruit directors and staff. But what do you do once you have captured…