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Looking to get to know TVDA and our approach? Get to know us in these 5 Blog Posts.
The True Essence of Association Management
As someone deeply immersed in association management and consulting for over two decades, I've often been asked, "What business are you in?" It's a question that lingers, prompting me to reflect on the core of our work. If you were to ask about memberships, events, or...
Inclusivity: Making Your HCC Welcoming
Todd's note: this is the 4th post in our series on human-centered communities. Please keep coming back through the end of March as we dive into this timely topic. Inclusivity is a fundamental principle that ensures every community member feels valued and heard. It...
The Role of Empathy in Community
Todd's Note: Here's the next installment in our series of posts exploring the concept of human-centered communities. Empathy is often described as the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, but in human-centered communities, it takes on an even more...
Pillars of Human-Centered Communities
Todd's Note: This post continues our series on human-centered communities. Building a human-centered community requires a solid foundation—guiding principles that inform every decision, interaction, and initiative. These pillars are the bedrock upon which a thriving,...
Human-Centered Communities
Todd's Note: This is a topic I've been thinking about a lot in both professional and academic settings. I think it's fascinating as we see more tension growing between in-person and virtual approaches to our professional lives - it's a topic where the discussion has...
Unleashing the Power of Narratives: Becoming a Storyteller in Your Association
Storytelling is a beacon of engagement in a world saturated with emails, notifications, and information overload. Associations, no matter their structure or focus area, can harness the power of storytelling to forge stronger connections with their members. This blog...
“Walking Together: The Heart of Collaboration in Association Management”
So, we've been thinking a lot here at TVDA, and we stumbled upon something important – the "shared walk." It's become such a big part of who we are that we've put together a series of five posts to help you understand TVDA's core DNA. Today, we're keeping it going and...
Event Planning In A Post-Covid World
Ah, the return to in-person events. Many of us are tired of Zoom conferences, and are craving human interaction. Unfortunately, Covid is still a reality we have to navigate. But, there is some good news: it is possible to host an in-person event in a way that allows...
Covid “Sensitive”: What Is The Standard For Preventative Measures?
Recently, our team produced an out of town three-day conference for a client at a hotel that was actually a hot spot for the Delta variant. As Covid remains a presence in our lives, and with Delta looming over our shoulder, we did our dangest to create an enjoyable...
Enjoying the Future of Being a Past President
Todd’s Note: As June ends, many organizations are transitioning to new leadership. I get asked frequently, what’s the role of the past president…heres how I would answer that question…ending with sincere thanks for their service. As anyone who has been a...