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Be Your Own Tech Advocate: Why Association Leaders Need to Lead AI Conversations

Most of us have learned that getting the best healthcare outcomes requires more than just showing up to appointments. When something concerns you, you might research symptoms ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias

Sweet Dreams Are Made of This: The Sleep-Time Compute Revolution

It's 11:47 PM and ChatGPT has just finished its 47th revision of the same email for an indecisive user who keeps saying "make it more professional... but also casual... but not ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias

Snooze to Win: Why Digital Naptime Is AI’s Most Productive Hour | [Sidecar Sync Episode 83]

Summary: This week on the Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias dive deep into two cutting-edge developments in the AI world. First up is the mind-bending concept of ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias

From Small Wins to Strategic Investment: Building AI Pilot Projects Your Board Will Fund

So you've discovered what truly motivates your board members and created those powerful light bulb moments where AI's potential becomes clear. What happens next? Even when your ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias

Creating 'Light Bulb Moments': How to Demonstrate AI Value to Your Board

The Power of Memory and Experience In psychology, flashbulb memories are vivid, detailed recollections of surprising and emotionally charged events. These memories capture not ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias

Getting Your Board on Board with AI | [Sidecar Sync Episode 82]

Summary: In this episode of the Sidecar Sync, Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias take on one of the most pivotal—and often overlooked—challenges in association innovation: getting ...
Mallory Mejias
Mallory Mejias
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We quickly realized the immense value Sidecar could provide to our organization. Partnering with Sidecar to offer educational resources has positioned us as an AI innovation leader in our industry.

Ann Gergen
Executive Director, AGRiP

Sidecar is my go-to resource for emerging trends in association technology. From learning resources to a community of visionaries, Sidecar helps me stay innovative, strategic, and on the cutting edge.

 

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Chief Communications Officer, SCACPA

Completing the certification was a valuable experience. I especially appreciated how the AI content was tailored specifically to the association space, and the exams were thoughtfully designed.

Denise LeDuc Froemming
PRESIDENT & CEO, CalCPA

Sidecar makes it easy to stay on top of everything AI-related.

It is an incredible organization filling a much needed education gap in the association and non-profit space.

Sheri Jacobs
CEO, Avenue M Group; Best-selling author

For association professionals who are looking to incorporate or leverage Artificial Intelligence, Sidecar's AAiP certification or learning courses are an essential part of your journey. Think big but start small and get started with Sidecar's Association Artificial Intelligence Program (AAiP) certification program.

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Senior Director of Information Technology, NBCRNA

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Scott Breen
Senior VP of Sustainability, CMI

I’m learning so much about the intersection of AI and associations from Sidecar, and it’s been an eye-opening journey. If you’re in the association space and want to stay ahead of the curve, this is the place to be. The insights and community here have not only expanded my knowledge but also given me practical strategies I can apply right away.

Danielle Duran Baron
Vice President, Marketing, Communications & Industry Relations, SNA

At MSTA, twenty-two staff members have already earned their AAiP certification, with more on the way. This specialized training is empowering our team to implement AI solutions that enhance the member experience in meaningful ways. The AAiP Certification gives association professionals the tools they need to integrate AI effectively, driving efficiency, personalization, and engagement. It's an essential investment in the future of our organization.

Bruce Moe
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MSTA

As AI continues to reshape industries, Sidecar's certification and other educational programming continue to provide valuable insights into leveraging AI strategically to drive innovation, efficiency, and impact. I look forward to applying these learnings to further enhance how we integrate AI at AAE and beyond!

Kim FitzSimmons
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER, AAE
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@sidecarglobal Throwback to digitalNow 23, when we asked the hard question: Will AI take jobs from people? Our advice: while everyone’s talking about it, get busy becoming an AI expert and your #jobsecurity will be that much closer. Register for digitalNow 24 here: digitalnowconference.com #artificialintelligence #ai #technology #association #nonprofit #innovation #digitaltransformation #fyp #futureofwork #worktiktok #tech #techtok #learn ♬ original sound - Sidecar
@sidecarglobal 🚀 With AI progressing rapidly, the possibilities are progressing just as rapidly. 🤖 AI can’t do something for you? ⏲️Just wait 5 minutes and try again (Ok… ok… maybe not literally😉)! 🎉If you’re excited about the possibilities that AI open up, you won’t want to miss our latest episode of Sidecar Sync with Amith Nagarajan and Mallory Mejias. 📺Check out the clip below and listen or watch our full episode here: https://sidecarglobal.com/blog/sidecar-sync-episode-18 #AI #techinnovation #aitransformation #association #nonprofit #tech #artificialintelligence #professionaldevelopment #techtok #technology #innovation ♬ original sound - Sidecar