Archery CEO scales new heights
Kormann finds insights on first bowhuntArchery Trade Association CEO Matt Kormann takes a selfie in his treestand. New CEOs often start their tenures with listening tours, traveling to meet with members and learn more about the industry. Matt Kormann climbed a tree. Even though he's afraid of heights.
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By going small, groups think big with educational offerings
Microlearning taking off in association world as mobile technology generates increased demand for bite-sized info dumps Can you spare a few minutes to learn something new? That's a question a growing number of associations and professional societies are asking members and non-members alike, and many are finding the answer is "yes."
Read MoreVideo interviews must be handled like face-to-face meetings
Executive recruiters often turn to Skype and other teleconference software to meet candidates, but still expect professionalism Many executive recruiters regularly use Skype, Zoom and other video conferencing software to interview candidates for high-level positions, but that shouldn't be an excuse for candidates to approach an interview less formally than if they were meeting in person.
Read MoreGOP tax proposal gains support, but opposition remains
National Federation of Independent Business endorses House bill after changes, but housing groups continue to blast effort More business groups are lining up to back a proposed overhaul of the U.S. tax system proposed by House Republicans, but the proposal still faces stiff opposition from several influential associations.
Read MoreCEO DATELINE - Gun-control advocates criticize suicide foundation partnership with firearms association
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New CEOs share strategic hiring tips
Many tap those they know, but evaluating existing staff, finding talent is crucial skill Downs Incoming CEOs inherit an organizational structure and incumbent staff but also must quickly work toward achieving new strategic goals set by the board.
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