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Insight Updates

Timely perspective on the issues shaping associations.

Insight Updates explore how the association sector is responding to critical developments in public policy, funding, workforce development, technology, accessibility, and organizational strategy. Drawing on pulse polls, sector data, and member feedback, these briefs provide timely perspective on emerging issues and how association leaders are adapting to them. Use these updates to better understand the forces influencing the sector, inform strategic discussions, and support decisions that advance your organization’s mission. 

State of Associations

The State of the Association Sector Report (opens in a new tab) provides a comprehensive, data-driven snapshot of how associations are navigating a rapidly changing environment marked by economic pressure, shifting member expectations, and accelerating technological change. Drawing on a series of pulse polls conducted throughout the year, the report examines key areas including financial performance, meetings and international participation trends, workforce dynamics, policy impacts, and the growing role of artificial intelligence. While the overall financial outlook shows modest stabilization, many organizations continue to face headwinds, particularly in meetings and membership revenue, prompting a stronger focus on revenue diversification, partnerships, and new business models.

Strategy and Operations

Federal Policy and Funding Shifts

ASAE is committed to understanding how federal policy and funding changes impact the association community. While ASAE remains an apolitical and non-partisan organization, our mission requires us to serve, support, and advocate on behalf of associations. To do this effectively, we must gain a deeper understanding of how large-scale policy and funding shifts affect organizations across the sector. We also recognize that association leaders want to stay informed about what is happening across the community.

We understand that every association is unique and that policies may affect different organizations in different ways. Our goal in conducting these polls is not political; it is to serve the association community to the best of our ability.