Association Transformation

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer, but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 5, Episode 123 from November 2024. In Episode 123 of the Association Transformation podcast, we explore the power of constructive conflict. Of course, not all...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer, but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 5, Episode 111 from this time last year. Join Elisa and Andrew as they welcome podcasting guru Mike McAllen, founder of Podcasting4Associations . Discover how...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 4, Episode 73 from April 2023.  Maddie Grant, Culture Designer with Propel, joins the Association Transformation family for a deep dive into culture with Elisa...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer, but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 5, Episode 118 from October 2024. Elisa and Andrew sit down with renowned reputation management expert Anthony Huey, CEO and Founder of Reputation Management...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer, but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 3, Episode 63 from September 2022. Constructive relationships amongst association leadership are fundamental to an organisation's success but too often w...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for the summer, but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return in September. Next up, we're going back to Season 4, Episode 70 from February 2023. You’ve heard the debate: Association CEOs should come from industry. Others insist the chief staff executive should be a tes...

Send us Fan Mail 🎉 150 episodes and still surviving! In our milestone episode, Surviving Nonprofits , we’re joined by Survivor winner and nonprofit leader Ethan Zohn to talk scaling global impact, building better boards, and leading through challenge and change. From grassroots to governance, this episode brings the best of what Association Transformation has delivered for 150 episodes : real tal...

Send us Fan Mail 🎧 The Credibility Crisis: Can Associations Rebuild Trust in a Post-Truth World? 📄 New White Paper Alert: Restoring Trust in Expertise In a world drowning in misinformation, eroding trust, and self-declared "experts," can membership organizations reclaim their role as guardians of truth and professional integrity? In our latest episode of Association Transformation , we...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a hot mid-year conversation as we take the temperature on where associations really stand in 2025. We dive into the reality of AI adoption—why the gap is widening between early adopters and everyone else, and how technical discussions are keeping members from getting started with AI basics. We also tackle the mounting pressure on associations to constantly innovate and...

Send us Fan Mail Elisa and Andrew are on the road this week but we don't want you to go without your weekly dose of AT!! So here's a Season 4 episode we released back in November 2023. We'll be back soon but until then, put your members and your mission first!! We’re thankful for our #boardofdirectors . . . aren’t we?? Let’s talk about the challenges and complexities of board cultur...

Send us Fan Mail Why do associations struggle with something as fundamental as branding? In this eye-opening episode of Association Transformation, hosts Andrew Chamberlain and Elisa Pratt welcome Tom Silva, Principal of Silver Brand and author of "The Challenge of Association Branding," to unpack the unique obstacles facing membership organizations. From volunteer governance structures...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what happens when 400+ volunteers spread across 44 committees becomes an organizational nightmare? Our latest Association Transformation episode features Angela Davis, CEO of the Society for Pediatric Radiology, who tackled this exact challenge head-on. Join hosts Elisa Pratt and Andrew Chamberlain as they dive into Angela's strategic approach to governance tran...

Send us Fan Mail What if the best leaders aren't born but made? 🤔 Join hosts Andrew Chamberlain and Elisa Pratt as they dive deep with authentic leadership expert Jennifer Jensen, author of "Developing Authentic Leaders." 🔍 Key takeaways: → Why 90% of leaders suppress their "hidden treasures" at work → How to spot invisible leadership potential in your volunteers → The t...

Send us Fan Mail Join Andrew and Elisa as they preview the Association Transformation Governance & Leadership Executive Retreat, happening September 3-4, 2025 in Berkshire, UK! After five years of collaboration and extensive consultation with association leaders, they're launching this groundbreaking retreat designed specifically for CEOs, executive directors, and board chairs who want to...

Send us Fan Mail Fresh off the heels of ASAE's 2025 MMC+Tech Conference in Washington, D.C., Elisa is back with stories, insights, and a few spicy takes. From packed-out sessions on member behaviour (shout out to Rachel Mace) to memorable conference elements and delicious macarons. Elisa and Andrew dive into what resonated—and what didn't. Is AI really a hot topic anymore or just the “no...

Send us Fan Mail In this energizing episode of Association Transformation , we welcome Rachel Mace, Director of Customer Experience at Association Analytics—and just four houses down the street! From her upcoming solo session at ASAE’s MMC Conference to her bold take on how associations misuse surveys, Rachel brings a fresh and practical perspective on engaging members through their actions , not...

Send us Fan Mail In this candid conversation, hosts Elisa Pratt and Andrew Chamberlain challenge the relentless pursuit of new ideas and constant change in association management. They explore how organizations often chase innovative strategies without implementing existing solutions, leading to instability rather than growth. The hosts propose that in today's turbulent environment, associati...

Send us Fan Mail It's more than just a month! Elisa and Andrew discuss moving beyond traditional volunteer appreciation to sustainable volunteer management. In this episode of Association Transformation, they explore the unique challenges of membership organizations' reliance on volunteers, introducing a three-part approach: elevating volunteers as experts, celebrating their contribution...

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for a couple of weeks but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return.  Next up, we're going right back to Season 2, Episode 32 from May 2021 when Elisa and Andrew discussed the importance of failure and its role in our growth as association leaders.   Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We're taking a break for a couple of weeks but we don't want you to go without your regular AT fix, so we're re-releasing some of our favourites until we return, starting with our milestone 100th episode from May 2024. Join us for a momentous milestone as the Association Transformation podcast reaches its 100th episode! From pivoting to provocative, Elisa Pratt and...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the person at the head of the table doesn’t feel like they belong there? In this episode of Association Transformation , we welcome back Simon Forrester, Chief Executive of the Cast Metals Federation, for a candid conversation about imposter syndrome at the highest levels of leadership. From “faking it” in boardrooms to building confidence through curiosity, Simo...

Send us Fan Mail In this revolutionary episode, host Elisa Pratt uncovers how Nicole Crabtree orchestrates UST's impressive educational ecosystem. Nicole reveals the project management magic behind delivering 200 free events annually, explaining how Asana automation eliminates decision fatigue and maintains consistency. Listeners will learn why panel discussions featuring association professi...

Send us Fan Mail What does effective, humble and self-aware leadership look like? Join hosts Elisa Pratt and Andrew Chamberlain as they welcome Ellen Daniels, CEO of the British Compressed Gases Association and 2025 WiTA Powerlist honoree. Ellen, who became CEO at just 29, shares candid insights on creating a leadership culture built on humility and self-awareness. From making confident decisions...

Send us Fan Mail Stop hiding your AI usage "under the desk" and learn practical implementation strategies that won't sacrifice authentic member connections. Andrew and Elisa are joined by Your Nerdy Best Friend , Beth Z. who shares how to identify your existing AI power users, organize an effective "AI Day" for your team, and navigate the flood of new tools without getting...

Send us Fan Mail Just released! In Episode 135 of Association Transformation, hosts Elisa Pratt and Andrew Chamberlain sit down with Carter Lyons from LeadingAge Virginia for a refreshingly honest conversation about what we're getting wrong in member engagement. More than "40 under 40" lists and special young professional groups, Carter challenges us to see members as individuals fi...