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The Association Podcast

The Association Podcast

Jake Toohey, Ben Muscolino, Gretchen Steenstra

Jake Toohey (Adage Technologies), Gretchen Steenstra (DelCor) and Ben Muscolino (Breezio and AMS Geek) bring you The Association Podcast. With a combined five decades of experience in the association tech space, they explore challenges facing associations and bring fresh ideas to address them using strategy, design, analytics, and technology.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Association Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Association Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Association Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Longtime industry veteran, Sig VanDamme, joins The Association Podcast to talk about his experiences as an entrepreneur throughout his career, working with and building AMS platforms, and what led to him deciding to build Nimble AMS on top of Salesforce.

We get into what the workplace looks like today and how he runs his Salesforce consultancy, Gojectory, differently than he did with other ventures in the past. Other topics include his philosophy on small, daily improvements and quick wins, and keeping his staff lean and well-rested so that they can deliver their best work.
https://www.gojectory.com/

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In this year-end episode of The Association Podcast, we reflect on the key events and accomplishments of 2024, including our first annual partner sponsor, record-breaking downloads, and live podcasting at ASAE. We discuss practical AI applications, effective automation tools, and the importance of showing up for each other in the association community. We also take our own spins with Mabel and talk about the evolving role of the CIO, the benefits of fractional roles, and successful leadership techniques in managing up and down. Join us as we celebrate a remarkable year and look forward to the exciting possibilities that 2025 will bring!

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The Association Podcast - Open Source and Brand Growth with Mats Persson, CEO, Umbraco
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03/08/25 • 46 min

On this episode of The Association Podcast, we are joined by Mats Persson, CEO of Umbraco, one of the world's leading open-source content management systems. We hear about Mats' journey to becoming CEO, his past experiences in the software industry, and how they've shaped his vision for leading Umbraco. Mats discusses Umbraco's strategies for increasing brand recognition, particularly in the U.S. market, and the company's efforts to balance community-driven open source with commercial backing. We also reflect on the challenges and opportunities in educating people about open source and the importance of personalization in modern web solutions. Finally, we touch on scaling for growth, embracing simplicity in technology, and the role of AI in the future of content management.

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On this episode of the Association Podcast, Karen Bernstein, Vice President of Learning and Development at the International Coaching Federation, sits down with us to discuss a variety of topics related to leadership, team building, and personal growth. We talk about how her experiences at summer camp helped shape her professional journey, including the importance of building confidence, fostering teamwork, integrating fun into work, and taking risks. Karen shares insights from her work with different age groups and emphasizes the value of authenticity and transparency in leadership. We also touch on balancing virtual work environments with team cohesion and the impact of personal experiences on professional development.

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One of the best and most inspiring discussions we've had, to date. Chris Busky, CAE, CEO of the Infectious Diseases Society of America talks to us about a view from the front lines of the COVID 19 pandemic. We hear about how his staff's tireless effort and incredible collaboration with their members saved many lives.
Talk to our friends at Association Briefings to get started with your association's podcast! Visit www.associationbriefings.com/podcasts!

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Lowell Aplebaum, FASAE, CAE, CPF, CEO & Strategy Catalyst of Vista Cova joins us this week and shares some incredible insights and experiences as a Master Facilitator in the association market. He has worked with association boards of all sizes helping people listen, hear, and understand each other in the pursuit of a common goal. Enjoy!

www.vistacova.com

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This week on The Association Podcast we welcome on Alexis Redmond, JD, MA, CAE. Alexis is the Director of Career Management Resources at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. As most are aware, this is quite an interesting time in the world of career management and recruiting and we got to hear what Alexis and ASHA are doing to provide value to members and employees during the Great Reshuffle. Alexis gives us some insight into why a User Experience-based approach to career management is the best way to appeal to job seekers in 2022.

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On this episode of The Association Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome on Angela Kisskeys and Steffanie Berg from Associations North. We get to hear about the many roles that they play at their small staff organization that serves association executives and professionals in the upper Midwest. We talk about their hyper-focus on delivering members what they need, always learning and trying new things to continuously improve, but overall the super-power of the small staff organization.

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Tim Spell, CEO of OpenWater joins us on The Association Podcast, fresh off their recent sale to ASI. We get to hear about his M&A journey. We also get into a few topics we haven't previously touched on like what Bitcoin and cryptocurrency can do for associations and their investment portfolios, how exploring non-traditional avenues could help future-proof organizations, and the emerging topic of Web3.
www.getopenwater.com

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The Association Podcast - The Intersection of Business and Accessibility with Mark Wallach
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07/30/24 • 35 min

On this episode of The Association Podcast, we have return visitor Mark Wallach, MBA, CEO Emeritus of Engagement Mobile Strategies. Mark, a prominent figure in the association market and an advocate for ALS awareness, shares insights on accessibility. Diagnosed with ALS in April 2021, Mark discusses his slower-than-average progression and the subsequent challenges. He talks about starting Engagement Mobile Strategies, a company offering mobile engagement consultations and other services, after reducing his full-time work commitment. Mark emphasizes the importance of accessibility in technology, websites, and events, citing its benefits for everyone, including those with disabilities. He also highlights events and efforts to raise ALS awareness. Tune in for an inspiring and informative discussion covering strategies for better accessibility and inclusivity in associations.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Association Podcast have?

The Association Podcast currently has 87 episodes available.

What topics does The Association Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Non-Profit, Marketing, Nonprofit, Podcasts, Technology, Business and Strategy.

What is the most popular episode on The Association Podcast?

The episode title 'Thriving in Associations and Life with Joanna Pineda' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Association Podcast?

The average episode length on The Association Podcast is 48 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Association Podcast released?

Episodes of The Association Podcast are typically released every 13 days, 10 hours.

When was the first episode of The Association Podcast?

The first episode of The Association Podcast was released on Feb 11, 2021.

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