alignment of culture strategy and technology

Everyone loves to talk about strategy. We obsess over new technologies. And we proudly claim to have “a great culture.” But here’s the truth no one wants to admit: without the alignment of culture, strategy and technology, none of these elements matter. Without alignment, none of these elements matter.  When strategy, culture, and technology operate…

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Excellence. It’s a word we love to put in taglines, strategy decks, and mission statements. But how many organizations actually live it? For associations committed to lasting impact, the real challenge is building sustainable pathways to organizational excellence—approaches that not only achieve results now but also position your organization to thrive for decades to come.…

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Vetting your partners matters

There’s a saying we’ve all heard: you get what you pay for. In the association world—where budgets are tight, timelines are unforgiving, and member expectations are rising—this old adage hits home when it’s time to choose outside partners.  Vetting your partners matters Whether you’re bringing on a consultant for digital transformation, technology strategy, strategic planning,…

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340B Health, an organization advocating for hospitals and health systems serving vulnerable communities, faced a rapidly changing regulatory environment. While financially stable, the association operated in a volatile policy landscape, where government regulations could shift every two to four years. This uncertainty made long-term strategic planning challenging.  To remain competitive and continue its advocacy work…

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Should we cancel the conference? Are layoffs needed to keep the organization afloat? How much of the reserves can we safely spend? Responsibility for the decisions that make or break an organization is the tough side of leadership. Selling a solution to everyone who must agree can be even harder. But you don’t need nerves…

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