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2 days ago

How to Successfully Lead Your Association Through Change

Studies show that the top three goals for associations in 2026 are to: Increase engagement Increase member retention Increase new member acquisitions To engage members, retain their support, and…

4 weeks ago

A Leader’s Guide to Promoting Wellbeing in Your Association

For an association to function properly, you need people at all levels—from new members to volunteer staff to experienced leaders—to feel supported by and connected to your organization. Too often,…

2 months ago

AssociationVoting Earns 2026 “Best Customer Support” Honor from Software Advice

Running an election for an association, nonprofit, or HOA isn’t just another task to check off a list. It’s a trust exercise. Members expect a process that’s secure, transparent, and…

3 months ago

4 Ways to Add Value to Your Association’s Membership

Cross-posted from Results at Hand. Article content is credited on the original post as provided by Crowded. This article outlines four practical ways associations can strengthen membership value—so members stay…

4 months ago

Voices of the Voters: The Ohio Society of Association Professionals

For more than 87 years, OSAP has helped association professionals grow their skills, expand their networks and elevate the impact of the organizations they serve. Its diverse, knowledgeable membership represents…

5 months ago

How to Streamline Board Elections and Proxy Voting for Associations (Part 3): The Execution

If you’re following our three-part guide, you’ve already seen the WHY—when and why to use proxies and the risks to avoid—and the HOW—timelines, ballot/proxy design, and turnout communications. This…

6 months ago

How to Streamline Board Elections and Proxy Voting for Associations (Part 2): The ‘HOW’

Now that you’ve read part 1 of the guide, “How to Streamline Board Elections and Proxy Voting for Associations (Part 1): The ‘WHY’”, are you ready to move from principles…

7 months ago

How to Streamline Board Elections and Proxy Voting for Associations (Part 1): The ‘WHY’

Board elections shouldn’t feel like a fire drill. With the right process and tools, associations, HOAs/POAs, and membership groups can run clean, compliant elections that hit quorum, protect member trust,…

8 months ago

Improving Association Governance: The Importance of Bylaw Amendments and Contract Ratifications

Associations thrive when governance is up-to-date, transparent, and built on trust. Ensuring bylaws are current and contracts are ratified efficiently helps associations stay strategic and mission-aligned. Online voting plays a…

9 months ago

How to Use Proxy Voting to Meet Your Quorum Requirements Without Compromise

Meeting quorum is essential for any organization conducting formal elections or decision-making processes. Whether you’re part of a homeowners’ association, professional organization, or nonprofit board, reaching the required level of…