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Data at rest vs. data activated: A new strategy for associations
For years, association leaders have been told that data is their most valuable asset. They have dutifully collected member records, event...
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The Data Episode | [Sidecar Sync Episode 142]
Mallory Mejias: Jul 9, 2026 11:00:34 AM
Summary: It’s been 130 episodes since Sidecar Sync last did a true deep dive on data—and a lot has changed. In this refreshed 2026 perspective, Amith...
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Beyond Automation: Creating New Forms of Value with AI
“How many hours can we save?” It is the first question most leadership teams ask when they start exploring artificial intelligence. The math is...
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Stop Asking AI to Write. Start Asking It to Find Paradoxes.
For many association professionals, artificial intelligence has become the ultimate administrative assistant. We use it to draft newsletters,...
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The Future of Interaction: Why Voice and Multimodality Are Essential
When the first tablet computers hit the market, there was no training manual required. People simply touched the glass, and the interface responded....
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The End of the Search Box: Why Your Association Needs a New Strategy
For nearly three decades, the blank rectangular search box has been the undisputed front door to the internet. We type in a few keywords, hit enter,...
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Why Your Member Portal Is Becoming a Digital Airport
For the better part of two decades, the ultimate metric of success for associations has been website traffic. Every few years, organizations embark...
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The Purpose Crisis: What Happens When AI Changes the Meaning of Work
Mallory Mejias: Feb 3, 2026 1:49:26 PM
Most conversations about AI and employment follow a familiar script. Jobs will be lost. Workers will need to reskill. Organizations should invest in...
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Why Most Association Online Communities Fail (And What Actually Works)
Mallory Mejias: Dec 17, 2025 6:30:01 AM
Many associations have launched online communities in recent years. The pitch was compelling: give members a space to connect, share knowledge, and...