News Archives - Page 49 of 50

The ‘Absorptive Capacity’ Theory

10th August 2017

Professor Rhodri Thomas of Leeds Beckett University recently led a roundtable for the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers on the theory of absorptive capacity.

Rwanda, a Newcomer as a Convention Destination

13th July 2017

Rwanda is flexing its muscles as a convention destination, and is hosting more and more association meetings.

Academy for Eating Disorders – All About the Members

12th July 2017

Elissa Matulis Myers, Executive Director, tells Boardroom Chief Editor Rémi Dévé how the Academy operates.

Creative Membership and Sponsorship Structures

5th July 2017

Associations are changing. Traditional models formerly used to grow membership in associations have become obsolete, Patrizia Semprebene Buongiorno writes.

How to Share Scientific Insights via Social Media

4th July 2017

Social media to disseminate scientific knowledge - this is what 50 researchers discussed at the Ambassadors Club Summer Lounge of the Austria Center Vienna.

Changes at the Federation of European and International Associations

3rd July 2017

On the occasion of its General Assembly, the Federation of European and International Associations based in Belgium (FAIB) announced a new presidency.

Association Salary Survey – A Report

21st June 2017

Operating in Brussels for more than 10 years placing many candidates in public affairs, communication and association leadership positions, Ellwood Atfield has launched a new 28-page report on remuneration within European associations.

The Agile Asian Association: A Perspective

14th June 2017

Reflecting from Manila, Octavio ‘Bobby’ Peralta argues that Asian associations need to be agile organizations – active, quick to adapt to changes, and business savvy – especially in this age of disruption.

Zurich Walks the Sustainability Talk

1st June 2017

In Zurich, a wide variety of eco-friendly projects have been set up by both public and private initiatives, and the tourism sector and local hotel industry are also investing heavily in sustainability initiatives.

Why Regions May Hold the Key to Global Expansion for Associations

25th May 2017

The Global Association Hubs Partnership (GAHP) looks at why using a “city based strategy” might be the right answer for associations that are pursuing global growth.

KES International – An Ideal Platform for Knowledge Dissemination

24th May 2017

Together with Faye Alexander, Professor Howlett explains to Rémi Dévé what Kes International is about and what kind of challenges the’ve had to overcome in the past years.

Associations Can Now Organize ‘Greener’ conferences in Glasgow

22nd May 2017

Glasgow has unveiled a new ‘green conventions team’ to champion the city’s credentials as a world-leader in sustainable business tourism.

Associations Going Global – Common Oversights

17th May 2017

Renata Lerch reflects on how expanding any business globally is a big step that requires careful preparation.

How to Keep a Competitive Edge in a Globalized World

12th April 2017

By consolidating partners or collaborating with other destinations for a shared purpose, bureaus and businesses can serve as one voice with a strong message for associations.

Three Legacy Opportunities for Associations

6th April 2017

International professional associations that convene congresses in destinations around the world mustn’t miss out on the opportunity to leave a legacy according to IAPCO

Legacy: Feeding the Hungry in Host Meeting Destinations

29th March 2017

Michelle Russell, editor in chief of PCMA Convene, writes about how donating left-over food from meetings can benefit the community.