Chicago, IL — June 4, 2025 — Bostrom, an agile association management company, is proud to celebrate Jose Segarra, MNA, CAE, Strategic Director and Senior Account Executive, for being named the recipient of the 2025 Chris Mahaffey Inspiring Leader Award by Association Forum. 

A Global Gathering That Matters

Each year, IMEX Frankfurt serves as a powerful reminder of the role global events play in shaping the future of the meetings and association industry. As one of the largest and most influential international trade shows for meetings, events, and incentive travel, IMEX is more than just a marketplace—it’s a hub for innovation, partnership, and leadership.

Upcoming Webinar: Go Further, Faster: Mastering the AMC Career Path Through Professional Advancement

The journey to success is unique for every AMC professional. However, the knowledge and skills required to elevate each of us are foundational. That’s where AMCI’s Professional Advancement Online Programs come in. More importantly – they are tailor-made to propel careers forward, upward, further, faster.

The CSMFO Names Impact Association Management as AMC

[Madison, WI]: Impact Association Management (Impact) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO), the preeminent resource for promoting excellence in government finance. Seeking a management partner to provide operational support and strategic guidance, CSMFO engaged Impact to help build a strong foundation for growth. “

Webster’s Wisdom 

Tariffs and Antitrust

The journey to success is unique for every AMC professional. However, the knowledge and skills required to elevate each of us are foundational. That’s where AMCI’s Professional Advancement Online programs come in. More importantly – they are tailor-made to propel careers forward, upward, further, faster.

Join AMCI at IMEX Frankfurt (May 20 - 22, 2025) for Exclusive Education Designed for AMC Leaders

Heading to IMEX Frankfurt? Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with fellow AMCI members and gain insights tailored specifically for AMC professionals.

Ksenija Polla Recognized for Leadership and Impact in Association Management

Following the ASAE Community Impact Coalition’s calls on February 4^th and March 10th, we want to share the latest on the Coalition’s efforts to protect the tax-exempt status of nonprofits. As Congress considers expanding the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), it must offset the ~$4+ trillion cost, putting various tax revenue sources under review.

 [Madison, WI]: Impact Association Management (Impact) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology (ISPE), a global organization dedicated to advancing public health by fostering the open exchange of scientific information and shaping policy, education, and advocacy in the field of pharmacoepidemiology.

"The International Society of Pharmacoepidemiology values communication and collaboration, which were driving factors in our selection of Impact as our new management company," said ISPE President, Mary Beth Ritchey. “We appreciate the energy the Impact team brings and look forward to a long-lasting relationship that creates value for our Society and its members."

CHICAGO, IL March 12, 2025 –Bostrom, an agile management driven association management company, is pleased to announce that Executive Leadership Team member Bryan White, CAE has been elected to the 2025-2028 Association Forum Board of Directors.

White serves as Chief Growth Officer and Chief Consultant for Bostrom and as Executive Director of the Racquet Industry Research Group (RIRG). White began his association career nearly 20 years ago managing two trade associations, and as Vice President of Membership and Operations for three other associations. He has been an active member of the Forum for many years, taught Association 101, and delivered several educational sessions at Forum meetings.

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) have today announced a new Strategic Partnership that will bring mutual benefits to members of both organisations. This collaboration will strengthen the global meetings and events industry through enhanced knowledge-sharing, increased visibility, and collaborative opportunities.

Sissi Lignou, President of IAPCO said the on-going success and growth of the global meetings and events industry relies on collaboration between like-minded organisations and different stakeholders more than ever before. 

"Volunteers are the heart of our organization!" This phrase might sound cliché, but it couldn't be more true. Just ask Tina Wehmeir, AMCI President and CEO: "Our members are smart, innovative, and committed individuals who generously dedicate so much of their time to ensuring the growth of the Association Management Company (AMC) industry. With their guidance, support, and thought leadership, we are well on our way to reaching our strategic goal of AMCs managing 50% of associations by 2050."

Without volunteers donating their time and passion to the causes they care about, most nonprofits would struggle to survive. Volunteers make it happen—especially AMCI’s! That's why we take this month to thank our amazing volunteers. We couldn't achieve our mission of educating our AMC members and the world about this incredible industry without you. The AMCI team is privileged to serve this dynamic community. Thank you, thank you!

Remember when we talked about the new normal and being cautiously optimistic? The truth is, staying ahead of workforce shifts, economic trends, evolving technology, and legal complexities is more challenging than ever – especially on your own.

Join us on Thursday, March 27 at 1:00 PM ET for an in-depth session on AMCI’s Benchmarking Tool—a revolutionary resource designed to help you validate fees, compare costs, and optimize client investments. Building on insights from our Annual Meeting, this session will dive deeper into the tool’s capabilities, revisiting key takeaways and exploring real-world applications.