Episodes

In this episode of Association Chat, host Kiki La Italian interviews Jeff De Cagna, about the crucial need to challenge orthodox beliefs in association governance. Listen to this full, unedited interview on YouTube:  ❤️ FOLLOW Association...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien is joined by Jennifer Lewi to discuss building your "side-hustle muscle" as an associations professional. We all know that no full-time job is truly 100% secure. Why not try to develop the skill...

In this episode of Association Chat, host Kiki La Italian interviews Jeff De Cagna, thought leader and founder of Foresight First, LLC. Jeff discusses his influential series, "The Three Stewardship Imperatives," emphasizing the urgent need for...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien is joined by Jennifer Lewi to discuss how to go about actually getting paid when you quit your job to pursue a side hustle. The two also talk about what it is like to go from working in an...

In this special association podcast collaboration episode, Association Chat host KiKi L'Italien is joined by four other association consultants and podcasters to explore the growing importance of associations to consider roles like Chief Entrepreneur...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien is joined by Jennifer Lewi to discuss the key financial factors everyone should consider when planning to transition from their current job to making their side hustle their full-time...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien talks about member retention strategies and answers quirky questions from our community. Discover why consistent communication matters, how to make your events more inclusive, and what...

In this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, host KiKi L'Italien delves into innovative ways to onboard new members, sharing practical tips like personalized welcome packages, mentorship programs, and interactive webinars. KiKi answers a fun...

In this special episode, KiKi L'Italien answers a question about strategies for boosting member engagement in hybrid events. Then, we switch gears as KiKi shares her go-to karaoke song and reminisces about unforgettable karaoke nights in Charleston....

Associations need to focus on financial resilience, innovative pricing strategies, and value proposition in order to thrive in a changing landscape and ensure their existence. 📚 Associations need financial resilience and pricing aligned with...

Avoidance and inaction in the workplace and in personal relationships can have significant negative consequences, and it is important to address and overcome these patterns in order to foster growth and psychological safety. 🔍 Avoidance and...

Think the secret to skyrocketing your leadership and team performance is all about working harder or networking more? Think again. In this episode of Association Chat, KiKi L'Italien teams up with executive coach Zovig Garboushian to dive deep into...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italie explores the complex world of trust within associations with "A Hot Take on Trust – Do They Trust Your Association?" Discover why trust goes beyond a binary existence and how associations can...

AI and Equitable Education...we hear alot about the harm that generative AI can cause on campuses, but can it also heal and improve equitability for higher ed? Join host KiKi L'Italien for this episode featuring insights from Charles Ansell of...

ASAE Launches Association Governance Institute – what is it and what happens next? "Charting New Horizons in Association Leadership: Paul Pomerantz Talks AGI Launch" Tune into Association Chat with host KiKi L'Italien as we welcome Paul Pomerantz,...

Join host KiKi L'Italien on Association Chat as she looks into the transformative impact of AI on associations with guests, BettyBot.AI thought leaders: Rob Barnes, Thomas Altman, and Dray McFarlane! Discover how associations are revolutionizing...

An association introduces its new AI "staff" – and the robot overlords are friendly (for now)... Welcome to this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, full of the delights and dorkiness that any well-intentioned association podcast talking about...

Join Association Chat for a discussion with Higher Logic's visionary leaders in our latest episode of Association Chat. We sit down with Rob Wenger, Co-Founder and CEO, alongside returning giants Mark Lowry and Conor Sibley, now serving as Chief...

Get ready for the most epic, laugh-out-loud episode yet – "Association Podcasters Battle Royale"! This was a full-on adventure where the best of the best association podcasters clash in a hilariously unpredictable showdown. Featuring Dave Will,...

In this episode, we'll talk with Jeff Wickert, the CEO/Chief Vision Officer of Quoala – he brings with him insights on enhancing dialogue and understanding in the digital age. We'll explore how an innovative approach to listening, understanding, and...

Which of these association podcasters should be banned forever? Wait! Don't answer that until you watch this fun episode that we will all surely regret recording later! This discussion features Dave Will, strategic mastermind from Association Strong!...

In this episode of Association Chat, host KiKi L'Italien, alongside experts Elizabeth Weaver Engel and Shelly Alcorn, explores the pressing issue of climate disruption and its impact on association leadership. Elizabeth and Shelly discuss their...

“Integrating DEI and sustainability isn't just about ticking boxes. It's about creating events that truly resonate with our diverse global community,” Laura Harvey, Chief Customer Officer for Ex Ordo. Change is everywhere – even in niche areas...

Join us in this enlightening episode of Association Chat, where we delve into the art of transforming your association's content into a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation as we move towards 2024 with Mission Fuel CEO Dan Streeter. Discover...