Revenue dip just part of cash flow cycle for some groups
Alternating trade show and an association merger among reasons why some groups dropped below $10 million in 2013
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Bucking trend, PMMI expands publishing component
Packaging industry association acquires media company in bid to expand digital offerings and bolster value of its trade shows
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Associations who mix mission and income by running other groups
Larger groups manage smaller ones in their sectors as a way to boost efficiencies and synergies; specific arrangements vary and often evolve
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Start with new-member orientation to build a more effective board
Establishing "board buddies" and talking more about culture are some ideas to improve onboarding of volunteer leaders
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Onboarding the board: How three groups do orientation
Providing context and promoting personal connections—along with nuts and bolts—can help board members be more effective
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Movie association drama raises governance questions
Motion Picture Association of America may become latest trade group to adapt structure to changing industry environment
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