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Celtic Spotlight: Kim Bailey, Associate Manager
Meet Kim Bailey, Associate Manager and learn more about her.
From Events to Experiences: What Today’s Members Expect from Annual Conferences
Annual conferences have long been the cornerstone of association life. But in 2025 and beyond, members aren’t just looking for CEUs and networking receptions — they want immersive, memorable experiences. The Shift Toward Experience Hybrid is Here to Stay: Members expect the option to participate in-person or online — and they demand both formats deliver value. Wellness & Balance: Mindfulness breaks, fitness sessions, and healthy food options are no longer extras — they’re
Celtic Spotlight: Emily Culella, Director of Associations
Meet Emily Culella, Director of Associations and learn more about her.
AI in Association Management: Practical Ways to Boost Efficiency Without Losing the Human Touch
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s an everyday tool transforming how associations serve their members....
Celtic Spotlight: Mason Deyo, Associations Coordinator
Meet Mason, Celtic Associations coordinator
The Membership Model of the Future: How Associations Can Engage Gen Z and Millennials
The association landscape is shifting. As Gen Z and Millennials grow into leadership roles, their expectations for professional...
Mastering Member Engagement using Tailored Approaches
Member engagement isn’t a one-size-fits-all strategy. Members at various career stages and walks of life expect different types of value...
Employee Spotlight: Jessica Livas
We are excited to welcome Jessica to the team! As Associations Coordinator, Jessica plays a crucial role in the day-to-day operations for...
Advertising Agency Celtic Chicago Announces Dynamic New Leadership Team
Agency veterans Jim Heitzman, Danielle Vitogiannes and Jeremy Hogan to Lead the Agency as Founder Transitions to Advisory Role Morton...
Employee Spotlight: Blair Bryant
We are excited to welcome Blair to the team! As Associations Manager, Blair is the driving force behind operational activities for our...
CELTIC, ONCE AGAIN, ACHIEVES AMC INSTITUTE ACCREDITATION
Among 500-plus Association Management Companies (AMC) worldwide, only 81 have achieved AMC Institute Accreditation , demonstrating the...
Employee Spotlight: Heather Browne
Meet Heather, an Account Executive on the Celtic Associations team. When she isn’t managing her clients’ memberships, websites and...
Work Smarter with Google Ads
It may feel overwhelming at first, but getting started with a Google Ads campaign can be one of the most profitable decisions your...
Well-Planned Meetings Lead to Smiling Attendees
So, you are tasked with planning an important meeting. Maybe it’s an annual shareholders meeting, or the industry’s biggest trade show...
Finding a Fit for Asynchronous Meetings
As we start to head into the last half of 2021, associations are planning for the next evolution of meeting styles; in-person, hybrid,...
Drab to Fab Virtual Meetings
Have video conference fatigue (we hear you)? At Celtic Associations we have managed, and continue to plan, a plethora of virtual...
Employee Spotlight: Deb Ryan
Meet Deb Ryan. Our Executive Director for Associations, dog mom to one and human mom to three, probably holds the Celtic award for most...
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