Associations Next

Welcome to Associations Next from Ewald Consulting. Join us in our discussions about professional development, marketing, board management and more. Do you have a topic suggestion? Would YOU like to be on the podcast? Email Ava at [email protected]

Revisited: Gen-Z in the Board Room 02/01/2024

Revisited: Gen-Z in the Board Room In this episode, we revisit "Gen-Z in the Board Room" featuring Ewald associate account executive Liz Anderson and 98 Founder Celine Chai join us to discuss what it means to be a Gen Z board member. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/29760493

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2023 12/29/2023

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2023 In this episode we welcome back David Ewald, CEO of Ewald Consulting, to review association trends of 2023 and discuss what we may see in 2024. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/29271823

Where You Belong: The Importance of Associations 12/01/2023

Where You Belong: The Importance of Associations In this episode, we are joined by Toma Kinville Ossian, Executive Director at Global Management Partners and Liz Anderson, Account Executive at Ewald Consulting to discuss the importance of associations as we near the end of 2023. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/28866988

How Content Can Enhance Your Mission 10/27/2023

How Content Can Enhance Your Mission In this episode, we welcome back Mike McIntee, Director of Content Development and Management at Ewald Consulting. We review why content is crucial for modern associations, and go over some of the projects the content team has completed in the past year. People are the most important part of what we’re doing as associations—and the right content can bring the enthusiasm and buy-in we need to succeed. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/28441934

What Even Happens in a Board Meeting? With Laurie Krueger, CAE 09/29/2023

What Even Happens in a Board Meeting? With Laurie Krueger, CAE We are joined by Ewald Account Executive Laurie Krueger, who serves as Executive Director for multiple international associations. She fills us in on how she preps, conducts, and plans her board meetings to ensure the best outcome every time. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/28159574

Ch-Ch-Changes: Turn and Face the (Organizational) Change 09/01/2023

Ch-Ch-Changes: Turn and Face the (Organizational) Change In this episode, we are joined by Genae Young, member of the Board of Trustees for the Organization Development Network, and CEO of 1 Extraordinary Life. Genae sat down with us to discuss change management, particularly when it comes to the ever-changing landscape of volunteer organizations. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/27916392

Who's Got Your Back? With Lucas McCann 07/28/2023

Who's Got Your Back? With Lucas McCann In this episode, we revisit a 2022 episode featuring , President, and CEO of , an association management firm based out of Virginia. We will discuss sponsorship sales in a volatile environment and how you can make the most of your sponsors. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/27444780

A Wild Ride: A Recap on The 2023 MN Legislative Session 06/30/2023

A Wild Ride: A Recap on The 2023 MN Legislative Session In this episode we are joined by Government Affairs Director Valerie Dosland, and Government Relations Specialist Alana Martinson, who take us through the wild ride of the 2023 Minnesota legislative session. They remind us of the importance of having a government relations strategy for your association. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/27326298

The Roof Over Your Head: Effectively Branding Your Association 06/02/2023

The Roof Over Your Head: Effectively Branding Your Association In this episode, we are joined by Ewald’s Art Director, Nicki Brunner, who gives us insight into how to brand your association so it reflects your identity and mission. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/27026286

The Art of the Ask: How to Gain and Retain Sponsors and Donors 05/05/2023

The Art of the Ask: How to Gain and Retain Sponsors and Donors In this episode, we are joined by Dave Sternberg, CFRM, author of Fearless Fundraising for Nonprofit Boards and founding partner of Loring, Sternberg and Associates. He walks us through the planning process of fundraising, best practices, and how to measure results. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/26748633

What’s Your Type? The Value of Identifying Your Board Members’ Personalities 03/31/2023

What’s Your Type? The Value of Identifying Your Board Members’ Personalities In this episode, we are joined by board governance expert Michael Wyland of Sumption and Wyland. We discuss assessing your board members to help everyone on your board better communicate and understand each other so you can get things done as a group. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/26405148

Gen-Z in the Board Room 02/24/2023

Gen-Z in the Board Room In this episode, Ewald associate account executive Liz Anderson and Think LA board member Celine Chai join us to discuss what it means to be a Gen Z board member. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/26023791

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2022 12/21/2022

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2022 In our third Associations Next annual wrap-up episode, we welcome back David Ewald to give us a rundown on 2022, and learn what he’s excited for in 2023. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/25384686

Meet Mike, Ewald’s Content Director 11/18/2022

Meet Mike, Ewald’s Content Director Mike McIntee, Director of Content Development and Management at Ewald, joins the podcast to give an overview of content and how associations can tell their stories best. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/25050453

Tech Talk and TikTok 10/14/2022

Tech Talk and TikTok In this episode, we are joined by Kayte Hamilton, founder of The Social Question, and an active QRCA volunteer. She sits down with us to discuss new technology and social media and how it applies to associations. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/24677127

Remember Your Members 09/16/2022

Remember Your Members In this episode, we are joined by Ewald Account Executive Veronica Crosier, Ewald Membership Strategy Manager Whitney Murray, and Portable Sanitation Association International (PSAI) board member Wendy Cross. In this discussion, you will hear about gaining and retaining members of your association. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/24398046

Get the Word Out 08/19/2022

Get the Word Out In this episode, we are joined by Lucas McCann, President and CEO of Big Red M, an association management firm based out of Virginia. We will discuss sponsorship sales in a volatile environment and how you can make the most of your sponsors. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/24106659

ICRI’s Growth Story 07/15/2022

ICRI’s Growth Story We are joined by Eric Hauth, Executive Director of the International Concrete Repair Institute. In this episode, Eric will review the association’s history and fill us in on their growth and where they are headed. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/23743184

Ewald’s Book Club: Putting DE&I Into Practice 06/24/2022

Ewald’s Book Club: Putting DE&I Into Practice In this episode, we are joined by Laurie Pumper, Communication Director at Ewald. Laurie is also a founding member of our DE&I Team, which includes a book club. In this episode, Laurie tells us about how the book club is helping our company learn more about diversity. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/23520857

Are You Ready for the Future? 05/24/2022

Are You Ready for the Future? We present a conversation between Ewald’s CEO David Ewald and Sue Pine, Strategic Advisor at Bloch & Reed Association Advisors. Sue is an ASAE fellow and comes with a plethora of association expertise. In this discussion, she will discuss her experience with Foresight Research and help you help your organization. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations, and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/23215028

Associations Abroad 04/19/2022

Associations Abroad Lee Helgen, Executive Vice President of IMA, joins us for this episode to discuss how international organizations like IMA handle global issues. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/22844522

The Best of Both Worlds 03/18/2022

The Best of Both Worlds On today’s episode, we are joined by Ewald Consulting Senior Marketing Specialist Rebecca Wegscheid. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of hybrid events and how to market them. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/22491071

Getting the Team in Action 02/18/2022

Getting the Team in Action In this episode, Shannon Pfarr-Thompson, one of Ewald’s Senior Account Executives, joins us to talk about how to motivate and engage volunteers. Ewald Consulting was founded by former legislator Doug Ewald in 1982. Our company now guides associations both nationally and internationally in areas such as marketing, sales, event planning, government relations and more. Thanks to Geoff Harvey and Chris Martyn of Purple Planet Music for the use of their song, Big Vision. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/22183646

Let’s Talk About Tech 01/14/2022

Let’s Talk About Tech In this episode, Reggie Henry, Chief Information and Engagement Officer at ASAE joins us to discuss the upcoming year and how technology plays into the new lives of associations. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/21776735

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2021 12/22/2021

Yearly Wrap-Up With David Ewald 2021 In this episode, Ewald Consulting CEO David Ewald joins us to look back on 2021 and look ahead to what is to come in the new year. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/21578261

Don’t Stop Engagin’ 12/01/2021

Don’t Stop Engagin’ In this episode, we sit down with Christi Kokaisel, Senior Director of Membership and Amy Nostdahl, Associate Director of Member Leadership Development at American Academy of Neurology. They give us some valuable insight into how to engage your member base virtually. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/21339974

Here Comes a Regular (Structure) 10/01/2021

Here Comes a Regular (Structure) In this episode, we talk to account executive Arzu Alimohd, who sits down to tell us about the importance of properly structuring your board meetings. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/20673341

To Be or Not to Be (on a Board) 08/10/2021

To Be or Not to Be (on a Board) In this episode, we welcome back Eric Ewald, where he discusses considerations when thinking about joining a board. To learn more about board governance, check out our blog Ewald in Practice at Ewald.com. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/20092064

Get on Board 07/02/2021

Get on Board In this episode, we are joined by Ewald Consulting’s Vice President, Eric Ewald. He gives us his insight into board governance and gives us tips on how you can improve your board. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/19684679

Voice the Change 06/07/2021

Voice the Change In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Julie Gedro, Dean of the School of Business at State University of New York Empire State College. /episode/index/show/associationsnext/id/19383374

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