Don’t cry—there’s still hope! Yes, booths for Holiday Showcase 2025 are almost sold out, but a few spots are still up for grabs. 🎁 👉 Snag your booth today before they’re gone for good! https://lnkd.in/gwg5SNKn #HolidayShowcase2025 #AssociationForum #ExhibitOpportunities #DontMissOut
Association Forum
Non-profit Organizations
Chicago, IL 9,427 followers
Association Forum is the “Association of Associations” in Chicago.
About us
Association Forum is the "association of associations" in Chicago. Our mission is to advance the professional practice of association management. Founded in 1916, Association Forum has nearly 4,000 members and these members represent more than 44,000 association professionals from nearly 1,600 Chicago organizations. These organizations serve more than 27 million members, have 9 million donors and generate $22 billion annually in global economic impact.
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http://www.associationforum.org
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1916
- Specialties
- Association Management Education, Association Industry Career Center, Association Management Resources, and Association Management Advocacy
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10 S. Riverside Plaza
Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60606, US
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📣 Association Forum Board Nominations Now Open! Help shape the future of Association Forum and the association community. We’re seeking passionate, strategic leaders to join our 2026–2029 Board of Directors and Foundation Board of Trustees. Now is the perfect time to step up and make a lasting impact on the profession of association management. If you’re ready to contribute your expertise—or know someone who would make a great volunteer leader—submit a nomination by December 1. 👉 Learn more and submit your nomination today: https://lnkd.in/gv-m-ADm
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We had so much fun at Noche de Forum last night! This is our third year celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Association Latinos at our Forum After Dark™ event. A huge thank you to Richmond Region Tourism and Lauran Peoples for supporting us last night. Intentional partners are the best partners ✨ And, thank you to all our members who showed up! This community is the best. We'll see you at a SIG event or Holiday Showcase soon! Finally, thank you to Carlos E. Cardenas, CAE, AAiP for taking such great photos 📸
Last night was our third Noche de Forum, and it reminded us why we do this work. In partnership with Association Forum and Visit Richmond we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month surrounded by colleagues, friends, and new faces who believe in what we’re building through Association Latinos. Artesha Moore, FASAE, CAE talked about how Association Latinos has disrupted the traditional association model by going to the United Nations in only our second year. Who does that? (Nosotros! We do!) Josie Hernandez, IOM shared heartfelt words about the community we’ve created, the joy she feels seeing everyone support us, and her excitement for what the future holds. She gave a kind shout out to Carlos E. Cardenas, CAE, AAiP as incoming Board President and to the vision ahead. We connected, we listened, and what we heard confirmed our purpose. Our Call for Volunteers is open, and several amazing leaders signed up last night. If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is your moment. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ejWK4Yjm #AssociationLatinos #NocheDeForum #HispanicHeritageMonth #Community #Belonging #Leadership #AssociationForum
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🎉 Holiday Showcase 2025: NEXT LEVEL 🎉 It’s festive. It’s educational. It’s where connections spark and ideas soar. Whether you're attending or showcasing your brand—this is the place to be. 💡 Learn from the best 🤝 Connect with your community 🎄 Celebrate the season in style 🚨 Don’t miss out—register today to attend or secure your booth! 👉https://lnkd.in/gEeHNcgQ #HolidayShowcase #NEXTLEVEL #AssociationForum #UareForum
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Set your team up for success! Send your new staff to Association 101 on October 28—the must-attend program for anyone new to associations. They’ll leave inspired, informed, and ready to make an impact. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g9Gj6Q6j
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Calling All DMOs! 🌟 Bring your city to Association Forum’s Holiday Showcase at McCormick Place on December 3–4 and be the destination everyone is talking about!! Connect directly with association leaders who are actively seeking new and exciting locations for their events. Booths are nearly sold out—secure your spot now and make your destination the one everyone’s talking about! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY! https://lnkd.in/gwg5SNKn
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Calling All DMOs! 🌟 Bring your city to Association Forum’s Holiday Showcase at McCormick Place on December 3–4 and be the destination everyone is talking about!! Connect directly with association leaders who are actively seeking new and exciting locations for their events. Booths are nearly sold out—secure your spot now and make your destination the one everyone’s talking about! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY! https://lnkd.in/gwg5SNKn
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Association Forum reposted this
🚨 Association Leaders: Ready to Rethink Revenue? 🚨 Non-dues revenue isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a lifeline. And next week, we’re diving deep into how associations can unlock new streams of income without raising dues. 💡 From wine clubs to leadership academies, the possibilities are endless. But how do you package, price, and promote these ideas effectively? Join us for “From Reliance to Resilience: Why Associations Must Prioritize Non-Dues Revenue Now”—a webinar designed to spark ideas, share success stories, and help you build a sustainable financial future for your organization. This webinar is powered by D2L. 📅 Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15 🕒 Time: 1-2 p.m. CT 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gM9uUVUi Let’s turn creativity into cash flow. 💸 🔒This webinar is FREE for AF members! Not a member? Join today! https://lnkd.in/gcQryMXh #AssociationForum #NonDuesRevenue #AssociationLeadership #WebinarAlert
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🚨 LAST CALL! Your leadership circle is waiting—don’t miss your chance to invest in your own growth. Association Forum’s Kitchen Cabinet is a bold, peer-powered leadership experience that brings together small, curated cohorts of association leaders for real, confidential conversations that go beyond networking. Starting October 20, you’ll join peers at your career level—Director, C-Suite, or CEO—to share insights, tackle challenges, and grow together. Think of it as your ultimate phone a friend! 👥 Whether you’re stepping into a new leadership role, navigating organizational change, or just need a space to be real with peers who get it, Kitchen Cabinet is where growth happens. 🔗 This is your last chance to pull up a seat at the table: https://lnkd.in/gXFTJFKm Because leadership doesn’t have to be lonely. #AssociationForum #KitchenCabinet #LeadershipDevelopment #PeerLearning #AssociationLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth #UareForum
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🛍️ Everyone has deals this week. But Association Forum? We’ve got NEXT LEVEL savings. 🎁 Register for Holiday Showcase 2025 and lock in early pricing at 17-24% off the full price. 🎉 Join Association Forum now and get 50% off membership (we’re halfway through our fiscal year!) That means you’ll save on registration and unlock member perks like CEU credits, exclusive events, and a 2,500+ strong professional community. Skip the cart. Go straight to career elevation. 🛒 Register + Join Now: https://lnkd.in/g6cKvPKV #HolidayShowcase #AssociationForum #NextLevel #MembershipMatters #AssociationLife #ProfessionalDevelopment #EventSavings
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