MaryBeth Anderson is the outgoing CEO of Holmes Corporation. She recently announced her pending retirement on December 31, 2024, after 24 years of service, including 10 years as CEO. Josh Slayton, currently serving as Chief Growth Officer, will succeed Anderson as CEO. Twenty-four years can pass in what feels like the blink of an…
At a recent Ask-Me-Anything session hosted by the American Society for Association Executives’ (ASAE) International Associations Advisory Council, I joined an expert panel including Kim Cohen (ISACA), Erica Brown (ASIS International), and Sylvia Gonner (CultureWiz), moderated by Jim Piechowski (Hock International), to explore the topic of global certification expansion. If international growth is part of…
What’s the key to creating equitable learning experiences for all learners? Accessible materials. However, accessibility goes beyond just science—it’s also an art. It requires a deep understanding of human diversity, addressing not only the objective requirements of accessibility but also tuning into individual learning styles and preferences. While accessibility is often thought of as accommodating…
In the previous articles in this series, we discussed the different components of Knowledge Management (and if you didn’t read them yet, go take a look!). We’ve covered: Taxonomy Management and how concepts and ontology can help us connect disparate entities Learning Object Management and how we create our content universe to explore for insights Knowledge…
In the previous two articles in this series, we talked about the first two pillars of Knowledge Management: Taxonomy Management and Learning Object Management. Learning objects are opportunities of understanding, connected to a body of knowledge. Taxonomy is necessary in connecting those objects to each other and to learners. What happens next is the most…
In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, personalized learning experiences are no longer a luxury—they’re a necessity. Recognizing this, HC partnered with Solutions Design Group (SDG) to reimagine our learning platform by leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence. We’ve developed adaptive learning algorithms that cater to individual learner gaps. The result? A sophisticated system that creates…
Earlier this month, I attended ASAE’s Annual Meeting & Exposition. This has quickly become one of my favorite conferences, primarily because of the incredible opportunities to create new connections and reconnect face-to-face with those I’ve worked with in the past to help drive association member engagement and certification growth. This year, the conference was centered…
We’re back with Part 2 in our series on Harnessing the Power of Knowledge Management. If you missed Part 1 on Taxonomy Management, you can read it here. When an association crafts a body of knowledge, they are implicitly setting up a system of interrelated principles, competencies, terms, and other concepts. This is a great…
Professional development and certification teams are always on the lookout for ways to enhance learner experiences, streamline content management, and drive member engagement. One powerful tool that HC is leveraging to enhance our association partners’ experience is Knowledge Management. But what exactly is Knowledge Management and how can it transform your Association’s content strategy and…
When it comes to discovering new audiences for an association’s certification or professional development, there is a great option that many overlook: current and former U.S. military members and their spouses. Did you know there are more than 2 million active duty and select-reserve members of the U.S. military?* And nearly 99% of military occupations…