Strategy Archives - Boardroom

Embracing Global Positioning: The Path Forward for the Fertilizer Industry

28th September 2023

In this article, part of Boardroom’s partnership with ESAE, Alzbeta Klein, IFA CEO/Director General, recognizes the value of maintaining a global presence as a cornerstone of the association’s long-term strategy.

The Importance of Cultural Humility in Global Business

21st September 2023

As Francisco Gomez, Founder & CEO, Factum Global, underscores, adopting a stance of cultural humility is vital when you want to go global.

Don’t Go Global… (…if you can answer “yes” to all these questions)

7th September 2023

In the pursuit of global development strategies, many associations often overlook essential considerations. Martin Sirk delves into these essential factors and offers practical solutions.

Pivoting for Resilience: Understanding Member Motivations for Better Business Models

26th June 2023

Nicole Kaijser, AC Forum’s Education Officer, explores the transition from a membership-based model to a product-based model.

From Networking to Action: Highlights from IMEX Association Focus

2nd June 2023

The attendees of IMEX Association Forum were representatives of numerous associations from across the globe, as well as several members of the Boardroom team.

All Models Are Wrong (but some are useful)

12th May 2023

International Advisor to Global Association Hubs Martin Sirk explores how the aphorism "All models are wrong, but some are useful" coined by George E.P. Box applies to association business models.

ChatGPT Responses to 10 Prompts on “Business Models”

5th April 2023

We understand it's a lot to take in, but we have provided 10 pages of responses generated by ChatGPT in relation to the 'Business Models' prompts. These responses have been instrumental in helping Martin Sirk, International Advisor to Global Association Hubs, in crafting his article for the upcoming Q2 edition of Boardroom, set to be released in May.

Your Association Roadmap to a Sustainable Future

7th March 2023

The Canadian Standards Association has published the world's first guide for associations on how to create ESG programs - a real game changer, as explains Coro Strandberg.

Strategic Acceleration for Associations – Part I: It’s All About Clarity

16th February 2023

In this first article of a three-part series, Paul Rulkens explores how to attain clarity regarding your association's vision and strategic objectives.

Physical: Your Differentiator in a Digital World

1st November 2022

International Advisor to the Global Association Hubs Martin Sirk argues that being a digital-first organization doesn’t necessarily mean you should get rid of all things physical.

A Guide to Cyber Defense for Associations

26th August 2022

Nicola Hartland, Senior VP Falanx Cyber, explains the steps to be taken if associations want to protect themselves from cyber attacks.

How to Engage the Younger Generation: the Case of AIPC

8th July 2022

The AIPC Annual Conference held in Budapest earlier this month was testament to how an association can involve its younger members, when its so-called Future Shapers, divided into two teams of seven young professionals, pitched their solutions to the challenges faced by the convention centre management industry.