Association Tech Insider (ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council)

This episode of Association Tech Insider focuses on "AI Empowered: Revolutionizing Event Data with Artificial Intelligence." We dive into the transformative impact that artificial intelligence is having on the event industry. Tune in as we explore the current state of AI in events, focusing on its role in data cleaning, enrichment, and monitoring. We'll discuss the challenges and opportunities in data collection, the importance of handling missing data, and how enhanced data management sets the stage for advanced personalization and segmentation.

Discover how AI is not just an analytical tool but a partner that fills gaps, identifies trends, and offers tailored recommendations to event organizers. We'll also tackle how AI technology reshapes engagement tracking, providing deep insights into attendee behaviors and content interactions. By understanding these dynamics, AI empowers event planners to act as informed strategists, backed by a virtual 24/7 data analyst that minimizes their cognitive load and maximizes the impact of their decisions. Don't miss out on this insightful episode that opens the door to the future of event planning with AI!

Hosted by:

Vinnu Deshetty, CEO/Founder of EVA Event Tech Hub and Instructor for PCMA’s Event Leadership Institute https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnudeshetty/

A special thank you to our guest panelists:

Heather Harris, Principal Data Scientist, Herkimer Consulting, https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherdawnharris/

Joe Colangelo, CEO, Bear Analytics

 https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephcolangelo/
This year, the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) will host a series of podcasts on data. This podcast features a conversation between three TPAC members about how an association becomes data-driven, what will be important for its success, and some examples of the benefits of diving into data!

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the editing of the podcast to remove "Umm"s and "Ahh"s, but all content was created by people!

On this episode of Association Tech Insider, we discussed the overlap of Marketing and Technology, led by members of ASAE's Marketing Council and Technology Council.

Rhoni Rakos, Director of Digital Strategy at fusionSpan and TPAC members hosts Laura Sparks, Senior Marketing and Web Manager at Entomological Society of America and incoming ASAE Marketing Council Chair along with Amy Gavin, Director of Digital Strategy at American Society for Nutrition.

The conversation covers a wide swath of issues related to marketing technology, from the approach to marketing tools, how to measure the ROI of a tool, when to consider sunsetting a tool, and the importance of a close collaboration between the marketing and technology teams at your association.

Rhoni Rakos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos-0a02aa15/

Laura Sparks - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraelizabethsparks/

Amy Gavin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysgavin/

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This episode of Association Tech Insider dives into the realm of user research and usability testing, highlighting its significance for enhancing digital experiences for associations.

Hosted by Ray van Hilst (Yoko Co), this roundtable discussion brings together experts Rhoni Rakos (fusionSpan), Jacqui Olkin (Olkin Communications), and Ella Fielding (Optimal Workshop) to share their experiences, best practices, trends, and the transformative power of usability testing to improve digital experiences for associations.

The conversation touches on methodologies, the value of research in strategy and product development, and practical advice for organizations aiming to elevate their UX through informed design decisions.

The discussion includes:

• Introduction and Expert Insights
• Significance of Usability Testing
• Case Studies and Trends in Usability Testing
• Strategic Value of User Research
• UX as a Competitive Advantage
• Research Methodologies and Tools
• Tips for Conducting Effective Research
• Learnings and Insights from User Testing
• Getting Started with Usability Testing and Resources

Join host Barbara Armentrout, Carrie McIntyre, and John Bacon, MBA, for an engaging 45-minute podcast, "Tech Tools for Nondues Revenue Professionals." This upcoming series is presented by the ASAE’s Technology Professionals Advisory Council (TPAC).

It offers a deep dive into the essential tools and strategies that associations use to generate non-dues revenue. The podcast will cover practical tips on how associations can enhance their operations and financial stability by investing in new technologies like laptops and software, and funding research and initiatives that deliver real value to their members. Stay tuned for insightful discussions and real-world applications from industry experts.

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Get the inside scoop on how some associations are automating, augmenting, and accelerating marketing through AI. The conversation touches on some key considerations (DON'T COPY AND PASTE) as well as exciting innovations for associations as they look to deliver a better marketing experience to members.

Featuring the ASAE Marketing Professionals Advisory Council (MPAC), this podcast is hosted by Laura Sparks, Senior Marketing and Web Manager at the Entomological Society of America and features Eric O’Connor, Chief Innovation Officer at the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology and Andrea Huggins, Director of Marketing at the American Association of Colleges and Universities.

Make sure to follow MPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-mpac/

In this episode, we get a peak into how ASAE's digital newsletter, Associations Now, is working to deliver personalized content to members on an ongoing basis by leveraging technology.

Hosted by Amy Gavin, CAE, director of digital strategy for the American Society for Nutrition and featuring Samantha Whitehorne, the form Senior Director, Editor-in-Chief at Associations Now.

And if you have not read it, check out the article on Associations Now written by Amy and Elizabeth Santana, MBA, CPTD, ICE-CCP, CAE, is director of conceptual research and design for Inteleos. The article is titled, "A Primer on AI for Associations".

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In collaboration with ASAE’s Young Professional Advisory Council, the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) will host a podcast series focused on workforce development and career growth. This series address the pivotal question: “I want to be a CXO, how do I get there?”  

Each episode will feature a young professional interviewing an association professional in a C-suite role. In today’s episode, John Losh, Sr. Director of Membership & Customer Insights and past Chair of Young Professional Advisory Council leads a conversation with Chantal Almonord, CAE, Chief Information & Engagement Officer at ISPOR and Board Member at Association Women Technology Champions. 

Listen to Chantel as she shares her journey to the C-suite and provides actionable advice for association professionals looking to take a path to leadership.  

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/ 

Tadu, Monica, and Tim convened to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the technology sector as part of a podcast series. Tadu, the Vice President of Digital Engagement at Nakubo, emphasized the importance of DEI practices in their work. Monica, the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at the American Council on Education, shared that she is currently navigating DEI initiatives at her new organization. Tim, the Managing Director at Mckinley Advisors, highlighted his long-standing focus on DEI and technology strategy. The group is located in the DC area.

Enjoy this previously recorded panel from the ASAE Tech Council. Originally recorded in early 2022, Listen in as three associations leaders share their perspective on technology leadership within associations, answering questions such as:

1. What is expected of technology leadership roles at an association both internally and externally?
2. Who is responsible for Technology Leadership at an association? Is the role title specific?
3. How can C-Suite create an environment that fosters technology leaders?
4. How can C-Suite develop and harness their team's technology leadership?

Panelist:

• Garth Jordan, Chief Executive OfficerChief Executive Officer, American Animal Hospital Association
• Mollie Pillman, SVP, Member Engagement, American College of Emergency Physicians
• Wendy Sahli, Director Of Technology, Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS)

Moderator:

• Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant, Meta-Dao

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

Digital transformation is an often overused term but it’s an extremely important topic for associations to consider in their technology maturation process. In this episode of Association Tech Insider, former Tech Council Chairs unpack digital transformation from a consultant’s perspective, the importance of communicating technology strategies to staff and leadership, and things to consider as your organization dips its toes into the world of generative AI. 

Hosted by Carlos Cardenas, CAE, Senior Director of IT at the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) and current ASAE Tech Council Chair, and two former Tech Council Chairs; Moira Edwards, President of Ellipsis Partners LLC, and Todd Tolbert, MBA, CAE, Director of Associations and Nonprofits at UDIG. 

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On this episode of Association Tech Insider, we get an inside look at the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council (TPAC), as last year's leadership team talks through the goals they had for their terms, what was accomplished, what challenges they encountered, and some thoughts on the future. This is a great listen for anyone who is either looking to take on a volunteer leadership role or who works with volunteers at their association. 

Justin Burniske - Principal Consultant and Co-Owner of Meta-Dao and the current chair hosts Carlos Cardenas, Senior Director of Information Technology at National Board of certification and recertification for Nurse Anesthetists, and Gretchen Steenstra - Director of Client Strategy at DelCore Technology Solutions, the two former TPAC Chairs.

Carlos - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/semperwifi/ ⁠ 

Justin - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/⁠  

Gretchen -  ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchensteenstra/⁠  

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This podcast is a conversation among four association technology professionals discussing the creation of high-performance teams. They emphasize the roles of trust, recognition, and leadership in achieving this goal. The conversation covers examples of foundational processes, building trust, and the importance of recognizing individual team members.

Some highlights include:

• What are the essential aspects of high performance teams?

• How can we build high performance teams in our own organization?

• What is the difference between autonomy vs. silos? Why is one good and the other not so good?

Featuring host Carlos Cardenas, CAE, Senior Director of Information Technology, National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA), and guests Tori Miller Liu, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CIP, President & CEO, AIIM International; Juan Sanchez, CIO, Inteleos; and Luis Castro, agile consultant, Inteleos.

This podcast explores the question “What are the steps on the journey to become a data-driven organization?” In answering that question, The panel identifies 5 critical steps along the way:

1. Senior staff engagement & commitment
2. Create a plan for data
3. Communicate to staff
4. Invest in data infrastructure
5. Measure and iterate

Hosted by Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits and featuring Dana Karstensen, CAE, MBA, IOM the Data Governance Product Manager at the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Wes Trochill, Owner of Effective Database Management.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

What to do with missing data?

Episode 14 of the Association Tech Insider Podcast explores the pervasive issue of missing data, offering insights into innovative strategies and emphasizing the critical role of data governance and quality in AI and machine learning. Key Highlights:

• Understanding Data Imputation: Heather Harris from Herkimer Consulting introduced the topic, stressing the impact of missing data on organizational analytics and the necessity for appropriate handling methods.
• Inteleos Journey: Juan Sanchez shared Inteleos' approach towards adopting data imputation strategies, highlighting the role of outcome thinking and goal-setting in improving data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• AI and Machine Learning Implications: The panel discussed the significance of complete and high-quality data in training AI and machine learning models, underscoring the need for advanced data handling techniques beyond mean imputation.
• Future Outlook and Opportunities: The conversation touched on applying data imputation to unstructured data and its potential to enhance AI development.

Hosted by Stephen Gabriel, Senior Director of Technology at American Health Law Association, this podcast recaps the MMC+Tech Session Selecting a New Association Management System: Lessons from the Trenches featuring Wes Trochlil, Owner of Effective Database Management, and Shannon Ollikainen, Chief of Staff at National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC).

The podcast discusses the seven key steps to an Association Management System (AMS) selection and implementation, why each step is so important, and uses NAMIC journey through the process to help illustrate how an association can manage each step.

Wes Trochlil - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/wes-trochlil-a17146/⁠

Shannon Ollikainen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonollikainen/

Stephen Gabriel - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-gabriel-ab045a1b/

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Not every organization is ready to become data driven - in this podcast we explore how we know that our organization is ready to get deliberate about data, what strategies we have used to identify potential data champions, who we need to engage to create a data culture, and warning signs that tell you that now may not be the right time for your organization.

Hosted by Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits and featuring Rhoni Rakos, Director of Digital Strategy at FusionSpan and Chantal Almonord, the Chief Information & Engagement Officer at ISPOR.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

Stefanie Keuser, CISSP sits down with Artesha Moore, CEO of Association Forum to discuss what happens when senior leadership changes halfway through a high visibility project. The lessons she shares are immediately applicable to anyone who reports to a manager or senior leader for a tech project. 

We finish our High-Performing Tech Teams podcast by discussing the leadership aspect of building and maintaining teams. A podcast series brought to you by the #ASAETechCouncil

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Goldilocks principle of IT Projects (not too large, not too small)

• The importance of communication and adaptation of a leader's vision.

• The leader's role in developing teams.

• The importance of building personal connections with your team.

• Building flexibility in your processes.

Featuring host Stefanie Keuser, CISSP, Chief Information Officer at American Psychiatric Association, Justin Scott, Ph.D., CAE, VP of Innovation and Analytics at Metals Service Center Institute, and guests Juan Sanchez, CIO, Inteleos, and Luis Castro, agile consultant, Inteleos.

Tune into the latest episode of "Association Tech Insider," where we examine the vital dynamics of vendor management in the association sector. Hosted by Gretchen Steenstra, Director of Client Strategy at DelCor, and Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits, this discussion navigates the shared responsibilities and strategic alignments necessary between associations and their technology vendors.

Episode Highlights:

1. Balanced Responsibilities: Explore with TPAC members and association community leaders the intricate balance of responsibility in vendor relationships. Ensuring both parties are proactive and clearly define their roles is crucial for a successful partnership.

2. Emergency Preparedness: Addressing the recent abrupt departure of a Sitefinity vendor, we delve into essential strategies for preparing and managing such emergencies. The importance of contingency plans and maintaining robust communication to swiftly handle vendor transitions is underscored.

3. Special Announcement: Progress Software, the owner of Sitefinity, has extended a special offer to associations impacted by the vendor departure, highlighting the importance of supportive vendor relationships in crisis times.

Featured Guests:

Gretchen Steenstra, Director of Client Strategy at DelCor, provides expert insights on strategic client management and crisis resolution.

Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits, discusses leveraging cloud solutions for enhanced membership services.

Joanna Piñeda, CEO of Matrix Group, emphasizes the importance of strategic leadership and robust emergency planning.

Ray van Hilst, Director of Client Results at Yoko, underscores the necessity of effective communication and trust-building in sustaining productive vendor relationships.

Nicole Araujo, Client Engagement Director from Mighty Citizen, shares her expertise on partnership management and project execution.

Stephen Tidmore, Executive VP of Technology at Mighty Citizen, discusses managing large, complex technology projects that align with strategic goals.

Reggie Henry, Chief Information and Performance Excellence Officer at ASAE, highlights strategic considerations in managing vendor transitions effectively.

Don’t miss this enlightening conversation on mastering the complexities of vendor partnerships in the association space. This episode provides valuable strategies for enhancing your vendor management practices and ensuring your association is prepared for any situation.

Listen now to equip your association with the knowledge to manage vendor relationships more effectively and leverage these partnerships for long-term success.

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Listen this week to learn the importance of associations embracing foresight to remain relevant in an ever-evolving landscape. The podcast highlights the ASAE Foundation’s innovative research tool, ForesightWorks, explores the value of practicing foresight, provides encouraging tips for associations seeking to integrate this strategic approach into their operations, and highlights contributions from the ASAE ForesightWorks Advisory Group volunteers.

Hosted by Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant at Meta-Dao and ASAE Tech Council Vice Chair, featuring Mel Jordan-Carr, Vice President of Membership Operations at the American Trucking Associations, Vice Chair of the ForesightWorks Advisory Group and Jeff De Cagna, Executive Advisor, Foresight First LLC and former ForesightWorks Advisory Group member.

ASAE Foundation Research: https://foundation.asaecenter.org/research

ASAE Foresightworks: https://foundation.asaecenter.org/research/research-methodologies/foresightworks

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

In the latest episode of Association Tech Insider, we dive into the highlights of the ASAE AI Summit. The conversation centers around AI’s transformative role in various association functions, including publishing, event management, and advocacy, while also acknowledging the critical ethical and diversity considerations in AI implementation.

Mr. Reggie Henry is working hard to ensure associations can lead technology adoption and not play catch-up like we usually do. AI's potential to automate routine tasks and revolutionize association content dissemination is explored, suggesting a shift from traditional models to more interactive, solution-oriented interfaces.

Hosted by Adam Savino, Vice President of Technology & Organizational Effectiveness at ASIS International, he navigates the important topic of ASAE’s AI Summit with Reggie Henry, Chief Information and Performance Excellence Officer at ASAE.

In this episode of the podcast, we meet Carlos Cardenas, Senior Director of Information Technology at the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). Carlos talks about:

• How he got into associations
• When he first learned about ASAE
• The focus this year for the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council (TPAC) - Data and AI
• Goals for the podcast

If you're not already, make sure to follow ASAE Tech Council on LinkedIn!

It's Halloween, and to celebrate the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council brought together three council members to share their scary IT stories and the lessons learned!

Hosted by Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant at Meta-Dao, he talks with Norma Castrejon, Strategic Consultant, Technology Consulting at DelCor Technology Solutions, Michael (Misha) Getter, Vice President, Systems and Technology at Global Cold Chain Alliance and Becky Breeden, Chief Executive Officer at Brightfind. They share stories of email outages, abandoned implementations and insecure data - OH MY!

Hopefully you'll be scared into taking some extra precautions in any situations when you tackle future projects - particularly when it comes to identifying the best tools and partners to work with!

⁠Norma Castrejon⁠

Michael (Misha) Getter

Becky Breeden

Justin Burniske

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has shaken up how everyone is approaching their work, and associations are not exempt. In this podcast, former Tech Council Chairs join to discuss some of the challenges people are trying to solve with AI, and what the approach to AI should be for associations. Hosted by Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant at Meta-Dao and ASAE Tech Council Vice-Chair, he discussed insights on AI with two former Tech Council Chairs - Thad Lurie, Senior Vice President, Digital and Technology at American Geophysical Union and Gayathri Kher, Co-Founder and CEO of fusionSpan.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

The latest episode of the Association Tech Insider podcast, presented by the #ASAETechCouncil, discusses the convergence of Events and the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Key topics that are discussed:

• Integrating AI in event planning, enhancing efficiency, and personalizing experiences.

• A sneak peek into the ASAE AI Summit, focusing on the ethical dimensions of AI in events.

• The crucial role of data management, privacy, and informed consent in the era of AI.

• Predictive analytics and their application in forecasting event attendance, session popularity, and logistical planning.

• Broader implications of AI in understanding member interests and enhancing association experiences.

• The future trajectory of AI in event management and its potential to redefine industry standards.

Join host Carlos Cardenas, CAE, Senior Director of IT at the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) and current ASAE Tech Council Chair, as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with two industry experts: Vinnu, CEO and founder of Eva (Event Tech Hub), and Heather Harris, principal data scientist at Herkimer Consulting. Together, they unravel the complexities and opportunities AI presents in revolutionizing event planning and execution.

Join hosts Melody Jordan-Carr and Carlos Cardenas on a fascinating journey into the mind of a leader with our special guest, Dr. Juan E. Rosario Jr., Psy.D., in this thought-provoking episode of the ASAE Tech Council Podcast. Dr. Rosario, an expert in neuropsychology, sheds light on the psychological traits that distinguish effective leaders and discusses how technological advancements can support leadership development.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The critical psychological characteristics that successful leaders share.
• Insights into how technology is reshaping the landscape of leadership training and development.
• Actionable strategies for applying neuropsychological concepts to enhance your leadership skills in practical, impactful ways.

Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools to understand and improve your leadership abilities through the lens of neuropsychology. Don't miss this blend of expert analysis and practical advice, tailored for anyone looking to make a significant impact in their professional journey.

Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of what makes a leader truly effective in today's fast-paced world.

Brought to you by the ASAE Tech Council.

Ever had a project go horribly wrong? You’re not alone.

This podcast is the second in a series hosted by the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council (TPAC) discussing challenging projects: what was planned, what went wrong, and most importantly, lessons learned to avoid the same mistakes in the future. Listen as we talk through a high visibility project, identify specific points of failure and describe changes that can help bring a positive outcome to your next project.

Featuring host Stefanie Keuser, CISSP, Chief Information Officer at American Psychiatric Association, TPAC member and guest Reggie Henry, CAE, Chief Information and Performance Excellence Officer at ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership.

Have a Tech Confession you're up for sharing? Feel free to message Stefanie or any other TPAC member on LinkedIn or ASAE's Collaborate!

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

This year the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) will host a series of podcasts on data. This podcast features a conversation between three TPAC members into how an association becomes data driven, things that will be important for them to be successful, and some examples of benefits from taking the dive into data!

Hosted by Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits and featuring Dana Karstensen, CAE, MBA, IOM the Data Governance Product Manager at the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Wes Trochill, Owner of Effective Database Management.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the editing of the podcast to remove "Umm"s and "Ahh"s, but all content was created by people!

In this podcast, we discuss the question “In data strategy, what is the role of the C-Suite?” for associations of all sizes.

Hosted by Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits and featuring  Tori Miller Liu, CAE, the President and CEO of the Association for Intelligent Information Management, and Eduardo Ruiz, Chief Information Officer at the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

In our second episode in our recap series of TPAC sessions at ASAE's MMC+T Conference, Stephen Gabriel, Senior Director of Technology at American Health Law Association, talks with Rhoni Rakos, Director of Digital Strategy at fusionSpan about her session: Roadmapping Your Readiness for Emerging Technology!

Your news feed is flooded with stories about the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. But many associations are experimenting not just with AI, but with augmented reality, cloud computing, blockchain, and more. We live in a world where the next big leap in technology is always just around the corner.

There is a distinct lack of practical advice in this sea of solutions. How can your association best prepare for AI and other emerging technologies? What policies and systems do you need in place to successfully leverage emerging technologies? Is your data—the fuel for many emerging tech—ready?

Rhoni Rakos - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos-0a02aa15/⁠ 

Stephen Gabriel - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-gabriel-ab045a1b/

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This year the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) will host a series of podcasts on data. This podcast features a conversation between three TPAC members on the value of having a data culture, ways associations will benefit, as well as specific examples of associations seeing returns from their focus on data.

Hosted by Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor for Membership Organizations at AWS for Nonprofits and featuring Dana Karstensen, CAE, MBA, IOM the Data Governance Product Manager at the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Wes Trochill, Owner of Effective Database Management.

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the editing of the podcast to remove "Umm"s and "Ahh"s, but all content was created by people!

Hosted by Wes Trochlil, Owner of Effective Database Management, this podcast recaps the MMC+Tech Session Unpopular Opinions: Challenging Conventional Thinking in Marketing and Technology featuring Laura (Sargent) Sparks, Senior Marketing and Web Manager at Society of Entomological, Rhoni Rakos, Director of Digital Strategy at fusionSpan, and Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant at Meta-Dao.

The podcast dives into the unique format of the session where each speaker was asked to defend an unpopular opinion as voted on by the audience in an effort to challenge assumptions and encourage everyone to apply critical thinking to their decisions.

Wes Trochlil - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wes-trochlil-a17146/

Laura Sparks - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraelizabethsparks/

Rhoni Rakos - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos-0a02aa15/⁠ 

Justin Burniske - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/

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The final podcast in our MMC+Tech Recaps - in this one we talk about being an Inbox Hero, and how associations can start to think more strategically about their emails. Hosted by Justin Burniske, TPAC Chair, this podcast features Amy Gavin, Director of Digital Strategy, American Society for Nutrition, Tadu Yimam, Vice President, Digital Engagement, National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), Adam Savino, Vice President, Technology & Organization Effectiveness, ASIS International, and Apryl Alexander-Savino, Senior Director, Events and Marketing, Plastics Industry Association.

In an era of information overload, organizations must navigate internal inefficiencies to achieve effective external marketing and communications. This session covers "traffic cop" techniques to streamline coordination across teams and platforms. Discover strategic alignment, clear communication practices, and technological solutions that optimize engagement while curbing communication fatigue.

Find our guests online!

Amy Gavin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysgavin/

Tadu Yimam - https://www.linkedin.com/in/taduyimam/

Adam Savino - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsavino/

Apryl Alexander-Savino - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprylsavino/

Justin Burniske - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/

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Host Heather Harris, PhD - Principal Data Scientist at Herkimer Consulting - interviews Felicia Schwartz and Jenn Spykerman, co-founders of Bridgeway Digital Advisors about what association leaders can learn about AI adoption in other industries. Topics covered include model selection and implementation, quality monitoring, guarding against model degradation, and what to watch for at each step of the AI implementation process. 

Heather Harris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherdawnharris/

Jenn Spykerman - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferspykerman/

Felicia Schwartz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicia-schwartz/

Ever had a project go horribly wrong? You’re not alone. This podcast is the first in a series hosted by the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council (TPAC) discussing challenging projects: what was planned, what went wrong, and most importantly, lessons learned to avoid the same mistakes in the future. Listen as we talk through a high visibility project, identify specific points of failure and describe changes that can help bring a positive outcome to your next project.

Featuring host Stefanie Keuser, CISSP, Chief Information Officer at American Psychiatric Association, TPAC member and guest Moira Edwards, President of Ellipsis Partners, past member and chair of TPAC and current chair of Association Women’s Technology Champions (AWTC).

Make sure to follow TPAC on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/

This podcast is part two of a conversation among four association technology professionals discussing the creation of high-performance teams. In this episode the panelists cover the following:

• How do we bring success as leaders to any tech implementation? What are its key elements?
• What does leadership of a tech team look like?
• How should we recognize individual team member accomplishments?

Featuring host Carlos Cardenas, CAE, Senior Director of Information Technology, National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA), and guests Tori Miller Liu, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CIP, President & CEO, AIIM International; Juan Sanchez, CIO, Inteleos; and Luis Castro, agile consultant, Inteleos.

This year the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) will host a series of podcasts on Artificial Intelligence (AI). This podcast was recorded during the second half of a monthly TPAC council meeting, with council members sharing different ways they are leveraging or considering leveraging AI - with lots of great ideas shared you definitely want to listen till the end!

Thanks to all the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council Members for all the work they put in - you can find a list of members here!

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On this episode of Association Tech Insider, we explore what Technology Leaders can learn from Researchers.

Carlos Cardenas leads a discussion with Shahid Choudhry, Ph.D., Director of Research and Evaluation at the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA), and Josh Bula, Ph.D., Director of Information Technology for the Florida Music Education Association (FMEA) and Florida School Music Association (FSMA).

We discuss the critical role of information in today’s society and the process of converting raw data into actionable insights, emphasizing the importance of informatics. Choudhry advocated for a culture of experimentation within organizations, suggesting practices such as "Creative Fridays" to encourage innovation and creative problem-solving among IT staff and researchers. The conversation pivots around how IT leaders can effectively nurture a culture that embraces experimentation and innovation. Leadership support is necessary for challenging the status quo and promoting a mindset geared towards exploration and creativity.

They emphasized the need for proof of concepts, methodological processes, open dialogue and collaboration, and continuing education in turning innovative ideas into reality. They also discuss the synergies between IT leadership and research methodologies, highlighting the significance of a culture that encourages experimentation, data-informed decision-making, and creative problem-solving.

This discussion provides valuable insights into how IT professionals can learn from research practices to drive innovation and progress within their organizations.

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On this episode of Association Tech Insider, we get an inside look at the MMC+Tech Precon event, hosted by the technology, marketing, communications and  councils. 
 
Rhoni Rakos, Director of Digital Strategy at fusionSpan and TPAC members hosts Carlos Cardenas, Sr. Dir. of Information Technology at National Board of certification and recertification for Nurse Anesthetists, Justin Burniske - Principal Consultant and Co-Owner of Meta-Dao, and Gretchen Steenstra - Dir of Client Strategy at DelCore Technology Solutions. 
 
The conversation covers the format of the precon event and what participants experienced, the case studies that were discussed, and the key outcomes and learning that emerged from the conversation and workshop. Join us as we get the inside scoop of this precon event! 
 
Rhoni Rakos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos-0a02aa15/ 
Carlos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/semperwifi/ 

Justin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/ 

Gretchen -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchensteenstra/  
 
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This podcast is in conjunction with ASAE's Meetings & Expositions Professionals Advisory Council.

In this enlightening episode of "Association Tech Insider," TPAC member Vinnu Deshetty, CEO and Founder of EVA Event Tech Hub, interviews Ksenija Polla, Head of Education and Legacy Programmes with International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). Ksenija shares an intriguing case study from her recent conference, highlighting the revolutionary use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform how events synthesize and leverage content. By employing AI technology, her team was able to summarize extensive roundtable discussions and create comprehensive presentations overnight - a task that traditionally required multiple people and several days to accomplish. This breakthrough enabled them to present valuable insights to attendees the very next day, showcasing the immense potential of AI to enhance efficiency and attendee engagement at events. Tune in to discover how AI is setting new standards in the event planning and execution landscape.

Host

Vinnu Deshetty

CEO/Founder

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnudeshetty/

EVA Event Tech Hub

https://www.evareg.com

Guest

Ksenija (Martinec) Polla, CMP, CICE

Head of Education and Legacy Programmes

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksenijapolla

The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)

https://www.iccaworld.org

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the editing of the podcast to remove "Umm"s and "Ahh"s, but all content was created by people!