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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 Belonging Beyond Benefits: Building a Stronger Member Connection

Belonging Beyond Benefits: Building a Stronger Member Connection

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast powered by OnWrd & UpWrd, we continue our special fall series with Highland, exploring how associations can better attract, engage and retain younger professionals. Host Colleen Gallagher and special co-host David Whited, Principal of Research & Strategy at Highland, sit down with Ryan Vanderbilt, Vice President of Membership, Marketing & Communications at the American Psychiatric Association (APA), to explore what it really means for members to feel they belong—and how associations can foster meaningful connections throughout their careers. From APA's new strategic plan to research-driven experiments with mentorship, micro-volunteering and member communities, Ryan shares how APA is moving beyond traditional benefits to become a more relevant and supportive professional home.

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