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Management of Non-Profit Organizations
"Focus On What You Do Best and Farm Out the Rest"
By G.A. Taylor Fernley, President & CEO
With the pressure of business conditions forever looming over our heads, we must continually evaluate our assn’s existing business model and determine if it is what we need to meet the assn’s current goals and position it for a strong and successful future. At one time, assn executives were driven by the mantra to be "all things to all people." Those days are forever gone!
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"Transitioning to an AMC"
By Suzanne Pine, Executive Vice President
There are many reasons to transfer management responsibilities to an association management company. Perhaps your current independent staff plans to retire, or a long-thought -out strategic plan requires a new management approach. Whatever the reason, you have to do your homework to find the right AMC to partner with, because all AMCs are not equal. When considering a change of such magnitude, you need to be very certain that the culture of the AMC matches that of your association.
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"How to Staff Your Non-Profit Organization"
By Vicki
L. Scott, New Business Manager
Many factors must be considered when it comes to determining the best staffing model for a non-profit organization. Volunteers have always been a tremendous resource for handling the necessary administrative tasks associated with running an association or society. They unselfishly donate their time and are dedicated to a good cause. Of course, as the organization grows, so does the workload, usually to the point where volunteers alone can no longer effectively manage daily operations.
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