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Attendees are Bored of the Same Old Association Event Programming [Let's change that]

Association Chat Podcast

Release Date: 04/30/2025

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This week on Association Chat, host KiKi L’Italien sits down with Dana Freker Doody, owner of Inktide Solutions, and Shameka Jennings, principal and chief events officer of EventsNoire, to discuss outsourcing as a means of saving resources and preserving a strong culture and morale at associations and nonprofits. This interview explores what smart, effective outsourcing looks like in 2025 — from event strategy to marketing and operations — and how association leaders can incorporate consultants (on a part- or full-time basis) to breathe new life into their organizations with fresh...

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As we learn in this interview, it’s time to stop letting artificial intelligence overwhelm your association staff. Host KiKi L’Italien visits with Dan Chuparkoff, CEO of Reinvention Labs, to talk about AI and The Future of Work in this Association Chat Podcast episode. Analysis paralysis is real, and as Dan reminds us: sometimes it is best to keep things simple and start small when aiming to keep pace with the explosion in technology that could potentially benefit you and your association team. Dan Chuparkoff is an innovation expert who has worked at Google, McKinsey, and Atlassian,...

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Association Chat Podcast host KiKi L'Italien goes one-on-one with Devon Montgomery Pasha, an expert on events and programming who wants to revolutionize how associations capture audience hearts and minds. As Chief Experience Officer at DMP Creative, her SPARK method has rescued countless events from the curse of mediocrity. In an era where member attention is your scarcest resource, the difference between forgettable conferences and transformative experiences often comes down to who's holding the microphone. Devon reveals how professional hosting delivers measurable ROI through increased...

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As associations and nonprofits face explosive rates of cyberattacks, one thing is clear: human error is almost always the root cause. 😟 This week, the human element in nonprofit cyberattacks is explored in depth as Association Chat host KiKi L’Italien sits down with Brian Scott, a top cybersecurity strategist with 37 years of experience, to uncover the biggest threats facing associations—and how to protect our organizations. ❤️ FOLLOW Association Chat! ❤️ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:  Visit our Website:  Sign Up for Our Newsletter (SMS Opt-In available): ...

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In a time when leadership feels more stressful than ever, what if the secret to thriving was as simple as joy? In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L’Italien sits down with The Party Scientist himself, Jacques W. Martique, to explore how science-backed joy can transform the way we lead and build community. Jacques has rocked festival stages, corporate offices, and global events with his high-energy approach to human connection, helping people tap into their body’s natural feel-good chemicals—without needing a drink in hand. His insights are especially relevant in today’s...

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Association Chat Podcast host KiKi L'Italien goes one-on-one with Devon Montgomery Pasha, an expert on events and programming who wants to revolutionize how associations capture audience hearts and minds. As Chief Experience Officer at DMP Creative, her SPARK method has rescued countless events from the curse of mediocrity. In an era where member attention is your scarcest resource, the difference between forgettable conferences and transformative experiences often comes down to who's holding the microphone. Devon reveals how professional hosting delivers measurable ROI through increased member retention, elevated sponsorship value, and content that actually drives behavior change.

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