Top 10 Association Leadership Blogs by Women Thought Leaders at AMC
Published: March 26, 2025
Get insights on how to build a better board experience, strengthen your leadership, and position your organization for success.
Learn moreColleen Bagnasco Recipient of the Robert J ‘Bob’ Donovan Award
Published: March 14, 2025
Colleen Bagnasco, vice president of strategy and industry relations, has been named the recipient of the Robert J “Bob” Donovan Award by the PCMA Greater Midwest Chapter. The Robert J "Bob" Donovan Award is presented to an outstanding meeting professional who leads by example, inspires volunteerism, and is committed to the growth of the industry. …
Learn moreNavigating the Unexpected: Tips for Association Boards
Published: January 23, 2025
From acts of violence or social unrest that erupt at a conference location to board members who pass away, association boards can find themselves navigating unexpected and often tricky waters. How then can association boards “expect the unexpected” and be prepared to move their organizations forward during challenging times? In this vlog, Colleen Bagnasco, VP…
Learn moreLinda Caradine-Poinsett Named Chief Strategy Officer at AMC
Published: January 8, 2025
Dr. Caradine-Poinsett brings more than 25 years of association and healthcare leadership experience in driving organizational growth, aligning strategic priorities, and enhancing service delivery.
Learn moreResilient Leadership in Times of Change
Published: December 10, 2024
I came into the role of Chief Operating Officer of AMC in January 2021, overseeing all of our company’s shared services teams. Early 2021 was a time of challenge for many associations, nonprofit organizations, and their staff. Many organizations were struggling with the loss of key revenue streams, such as in-person conferences and events and…
Learn moreDEI Successes and Struggles
Published: October 24, 2024
As we’ve seen at AMC, initiatives and practices supporting DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) have a positive impact on associations, helping them to engage members, generate new ideas, and increase revenue. But how can associations advance DEI in a way that is that is meaningful and intentional? In this vlog, AMC CEO Steve Smith, AAHPM…
Learn moreCarly Reisner Joins AMC as Executive Director of ACAAM and ABAM
Published: October 14, 2024
We’re pleased to announce that Carly Reisner has returned to AMC as the executive director of the American College of Academic Addiction Medicine (ACAAM) and the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM). Reisner brings 10 years of innovative executive leadership, governance and management consulting, board development, and membership recruitment/retention to her role. For the past…
Learn moreZinat Ali Selected as Forty Under 40 Award Recipient
Published: October 14, 2024
Zinat Ali, operations manager for the Metal Construction Association, has been recognized as one of Association Forum’s Forty Under 40 award recipients. Since coming to AMC 5 years ago, Ali has stood out for her drive for excellence, diverse skillset, perseverance, and inclusive leadership. Not only does she excel in her work with our association…
Learn moreTransforming Team Dynamics
Published: September 19, 2024
Learn how three AMC service teams merged to form a cohesive business unit to drive value, foster engagement, enhance creativity, and create more efficiencies.
Learn moreSteve Smith Joins AMC Ownership Group
Published: May 26, 2024
We're pleased to announce that Steve Smith, CEO, has joined our company's ownership group as a managing partner.
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