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Category Archives: Economic Recovery
Consumer Electronics Show Illustrates Power of Associations in Changing Society
The Consumer Electronics Show (or International CES) is known in the press and public for being the industry show to see the best new and upcoming electronic devices. However, beyond the glitz and glamour, the trade show (which is organized by the Consumer … Continue reading
Associations Helping Promote “Small Business Saturday”
On the Friday after Thanksgiving, many large retailers hold discount sales to attract consumers focused on doing holiday shopping known as “Black Friday”. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various associations in conjunction with the Black Friday phenomenon are pushing “Small Business … Continue reading
Posted in Driving Sustainability, Economic Recovery
Tagged economy, NASE, NFIB, small business
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National Retail Federation Launches Jobs Campaign
The National Retail Federation (NRF) launched a new campaign this month designed the show the impact of retail on the U.S. economy. The campaign, “Retail Means Jobs”, aims to show that “[t]he [retail] industry fuels innovations that are empowering consumers … Continue reading
Medical Associations Drive Meetings Industry
The Power of A has shown repeatedly that associations are driving the economic recovery through their meetings and conventions, but occasionally it is interesting to look at specific industries to see how specific types of associations are leaders within a … Continue reading
US Travel Associations Proposes Ways to Increase U.S. Travel
With the ten year anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks approaching, the U.S. Travel Association earlier this week gave a report on the state of U.S. travel industry. But rather than just lamenting the state of travel, they … Continue reading
Hawaii Removes Tax Exemption from Association Meetings
The state of Hawaii has temporarily revoked a series of state tax exemptions in order to close a $1 billion plus budget deficit. One of the General Excise Taxes (GET) that was suspended was an exemption for income from nonprofit … Continue reading
Survey Shows Drastic Drop in Future Charitable Donations
Almost 70% of Americans will give less to charitable causes in the coming months, according to new survey data conducted by Campbell Rinker on behalf of Dunham+Company. The survey found that 68% of respondents plan to give less due to … Continue reading
Financial Planning Days Provide Financial Help to Those in Need
In light of the recent economic crisis, many Americans are experiencing financial uncertainty, loss of assets and a diminished quality of life. Many have pressing financial questions that need answers, and unfortunately, many have not had the opportunity to discuss … Continue reading
CMF Report Shows Congress Values Social Media Usage
A new report by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) finds that members of Congress value social media interaction more than people may have previously thought. The report, “Social Congress: Perceptions and Use of Social Media on Capitol Hill“, is based … Continue reading
Posted in Economic Recovery, Enriching Lives, Seeding Progress
Tagged CMF, Congress, Facebook, Twitter
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Mark Golden, CAE, on the Importance of the Power of A Campaign
Mark Golden, CAE, is the chair of the Power of A Committee, a volunteer council that provides executive level guidance to the campaign. He shares his thoughts on why associations should participate in this effort.