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Building Culture and Compliance: HR Law Insights for Associations
In this episode of b.cast, we sit down with Allison Sues, JD, Senior Employment Counsel at HR Source, to explore how associations can balance employment law compliance with building a strong, people-centered culture.
From Transactional to Transformational: How ACUA Doubled Its Sponsorship Revenue by Reimagining Partner Relationships
The Association of College and University Auditors (ACUA) has long been a trusted professional home for higher education internal auditors. But like many associations, it faced a familiar tension: sponsors expected more value, and the association needed more revenue...
Bostrom Celebrates Kellie Braband and Sara Dethloff Earning the Certified Association Executive (CAE) Credential
Bostrom proudly announces that Kellie Braband, CAE, and Sara Dethloff, CAE, have earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation, the highest professional credential in the association industry. The CAE credential, awarded by ASAE: The Center for...
Bostrom Announces Three New Vice President Positions Strengthening Client Value and Industry Leadership
CHICAGO, IL January 22, 2026- Bostrom, a leading association management company known for its Agile Association Management™ approach and people-centric culture, announced today the promotion of three Senior Strategic Directors to Vice President roles. These leadership...
Beyond the Logo: How Design, AI & Curiosity Are Shaping the Future of Associations
In this episode of b.cast, Jeanne Sheehy sits down with Bostrom’s dynamic design duo, Michael Baccelli and Josh Dobbs, to explore the evolving world of design for associations. From the art of building brand systems that empower teams to the growing influence of AI on creativity, they share how thoughtful design fuels connection, community, and mission.
Bostrom Selected by NACADA to Conduct Feasibility Study on Certification and Institutional Recognition Programs
CHICAGO, IL, October 16, 2025 - Bostrom is proud to announce that NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising has selected our team to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study exploring two major initiatives aimed at advancing the profession of academic...
Gaining Trust, Redefining Value: A Bostrom Success Case Study
The ChallengeThe Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC), representing more than 550 faculty shaping the careers of 15,000 future interior designers, faced financial strain in the wake of the pandemic. Membership and sponsorship revenues were under pressure,...
Bostrom Selected by American Society of Home Inspectors for Comprehensive Event Management
CHICAGO, IL, August 11, 2025- Bostrom, a leading association management company providing management, outsourcing, and consulting services to not-for-profits, announces its newest client – American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). Founded in 1976, ASHI sets the...
Bostrom Renews ASAE Alliance Partnership Through 2028 to Strengthen and Enhance Support for Association Community
Chicago, IL August 4, 2025 –Bostrom is proud to announce a three-year renewal of its Alliance Partnership with the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), reaffirming its commitment to helping associations achieve their missions through insight, innovation,...
AI, Community, and the Power of Purpose with Rob Wenger of Higher Logic
In this episode of the b.cast, Jeanne Sheehy sits down with Rob Wenger—Founder and CEO of Higher Logic—to talk about how associations can harness technology to strengthen community, drive engagement, and future-proof their missions. Rob shares how his roots in software development and entrepreneurship led him to become a passionate advocate for digital transformation in the association space.
Bostrom’s Lauren Keith Earns Certified Association Executive Credential
Bostrom is pleased to announce that Lauren Keith, CAE, Program Manager at Bostrom, has been awarded the prestigious Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation through the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). The CAE credential represents the...
Elevating a Membership Campaign with Agile Strategy and Results
Membership growth and retention are ongoing challenges for many associations. For the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE), communicating the value of national membership in a way that resonated across its creative, engaged community was a key...
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