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Almost all Public Affairs professionals work with and within trade associations. How can you get the most out of your membership? We are excited to announce the launch of our latest Advocacy Academy video series, "Strategic Association Engagement for Public Affairs Professionals" with Alan Hardacre, PhD.   This series is a deep dive into how public affairs professionals can leverage their relationships with associations to amplify their advocacy efforts and influence associations.   Here’s what you’ll learn: *The intricacies of association governance and how to navigate them for success. *Tactics for forging strong collaborations with associations, turning them into powerful allies. *Strategies to build your influence in and over an association to have more impact.   Whether you're looking to better understand how to get the most out of your association or increase your influence, this series has something for you. Check out our complete catalogue: https://lnkd.in/eD3yjDHK or the course itself: https://lnkd.in/efhmud7K   What are your main hurdles when working with associations?    Wouter Lox, Andras Baneth, Laura Shields, Dr. Stephen Massey, dr. Agota Szabo #AdvocacyAcademy #PublicAffairs #Lobbying #AssociationEngagement

Informing stakeholders about the association initiatives, seeking their input and feedback, and addressing their concerns makes your work easier and more effective, here’s why! 👇🏻 -Improved decision-making: Stakeholder input can help identify potential risks and opportunities, improving the design of the initiative, and increasing the likelihood of success. -Enhanced trust and legitimacy: By engaging stakeholders early and often, organizations can build trust and demonstrate their commitment to transparency and accountability. -Reduced conflict and opposition: Consultation can help identify and address concerns before they escalate into conflict, leading to smoother implementation of the initiative. -Increased public support: By involving stakeholders in the process, organizations can generate support and buy-in for the initiative, leading to more effective implementation and long-term sustainability. 🎯The purpose of stakeholder consultation is to understand their needs, expectations, perspectives, and feedback on the association’s activities and help them to improve their communication and advocacy strategies, build trust, identify potential risks and opportunities, and foster collaboration. #AssociationAmbassador #MemberEngagement #BrusselsAssociations

This year is flying by; as a team, we’re reflecting upon an industrious first half of 2023. After a rocky start to the year wrought by destructive weather events, recovery is still top of mind. However, at the same time we remain committed to propelling our region forward with progress and new initiatives across our four key focus areas: facilitation, connection, advocacy and intelligence and insights. Read our full Quarterly Update for Q2 2023 here: https://lnkd.in/gAq8nfP7

Small and midsize businesses drive this country and this world. Proud to be part of this Vistage community that has a seat at the table where policy is made. #smallbusiness #leadership #strategy

Mark Tami, MP for Alyn and Deeside backs our #NationalLorryWeek campaign! Highlighting our industry's positive impact across multiple sectors 👏 🚛 Read more from Mark, below 👇

Dálvi Consulting can get your organisation up to speed with Sámi and Indigenous rights in your sector. Get in touch! ’Dálvi’ is Northern Sámi and means winter. #indigenousrights #sustainability #indigenous #indigenouspeoples #participation #fpic #engagement #communications #indigenousbusiness

Move outdoor equity forward and gain actionable strategies to align your business with inclusive growth. Next week's edition of OIA's Capitol Summit Series dives into the challenges and solutions surrounding equitable access to outdoor recreation. We'll explore policy solutions, grassroots advocacy, and actionable steps. Join industry leaders and community advocates to learn what outdoor equity means at all levels. Whether your focus is federal advocacy or local action, this session equips you with the tools to collaborate and drive meaningful change. Register via the link below: #advocacy #policy #education #webinar #access

How to Build a Successful Trade Association One step at a time. Here is your daily blueprint. #rhbc Building a successful trade association requires careful planning, organization, and a clear understanding of the industry or sector you are representing. Here is one key step to consider when establishing or growing a trade association: Recruit Members: Actively recruit members who share your industry's interests and values. Offer compelling benefits, such as networking opportunities, industry insights, and advocacy efforts.

Measure it to control it, Measure it to improve it. BetterTrack has the tools - 25 minutes of your time to get an insight into a world leader in this area. #businessgrowth #businessgrowthstrategy