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Read more about the article From Intention to Action: Building More Inclusive Associations

From Intention to Action: Building More Inclusive Associations

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast powered by OnWrd & UpWrd, recorded on the show floor at the 2026 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Indianapolis, host Colleen Gallagher sits down with Celia Chomón Zamora, Ph.D., CAE, AAiP, Executive Director of the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT), to explore what it takes to build inclusive organizations, develop effective leaders and create environments where people can thrive. Drawing on her experience in education, association leadership and professional development, Celia shares why meaningful change doesn't require starting from scratch, how small adjustments can make organizations more neuro-inclusive and why curiosity, vulnerability and mentorship are essential to stronger leadership.

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Read more about the article Keeping Associations Indispensable: Lessons in Advocacy, Member Value and Leadership

Keeping Associations Indispensable: Lessons in Advocacy, Member Value and Leadership

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast powered by OnWrd & UpWrd, recorded on the show floor at the 2026 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Indianapolis, host Colleen Gallagher sits down with Patricia (Patti) Montague, FASAE, CAE, CEO of the School Nutrition Association (SNA), to explore how associations can remain relevant, strengthen advocacy and deliver meaningful member value through decades of change. Drawing on more than 13 years as CEO and a career spanning multiple leadership roles at SNA, Patti shares lessons from leading an association of 50,000 members, making difficult decisions about legacy programs and advocating for the resources school nutrition professionals need to serve millions of children every day.

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Read more about the article Trust, Change, and the Future of Association Leadership

Trust, Change, and the Future of Association Leadership

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast powered by OnWrd & UpWrd, host Meghan Henning sits down with Tara Puckey, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CMP, President & CEO of the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA), for a thoughtful conversation on trust, leadership, organizational culture, and the evolving information landscape. Drawing on her unique background in both journalism and association leadership, Tara explores why trust has become one of the defining challenges of our time—and what association leaders can do to build resilient organizations in an era of rapid technological change, increasing polarization, and rising expectations around transparency and wellbeing. Whether you're leading through uncertainty, strengthening organizational culture, or preparing your association for what's next, this episode offers timely insights into the leadership skills today's association executives need most.

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Read more about the article Building Stronger Association Teams: Wellbeing, Leadership, and Sustainable Performance

Building Stronger Association Teams: Wellbeing, Leadership, and Sustainable Performance

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast, host Colleen Gallagher sits down with Johanna Roodt, Founder, Wellbeing Consultant & Coach, Leladijo Consulting, for a timely conversation on what it really takes to build healthy, high-performing association teams. From burnout and communication breakdowns to leadership habits and practical wellbeing strategies, Johanna brings both lived experience and actionable insight—drawing from her work leading association teams and supporting professionals across high-pressure environments like events. If you’re leading a small but mighty team, navigating constant demands, or thinking about how to better support your staff without adding more complexity, this episode is packed with practical, real-world takeaways.

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