Episode 121 • 01/02/2025

What’s Been on Association CEOs’ Minds in 2024, with Joanna, Leah, and Ray

Available on

What was on the minds of association and nonprofit CEOs in 2024? What themes and trends came through?

In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda checks back in with Leah Monica, Director of Marketing, and Ray Stankiewicz, Director of Client Solutions at Matrix Group International. They look back on another year of Associations Thrive podcast episodes. They discuss:

  • Storytelling for the Industry, and how associations feel a responsibility to tell the story of their members and industries.
  • How associations are leveraging multi-month programs that combine education, community building, and mentorship.
  • How leaders are adapting to remote and hybrid models in a post-pandemic, hybrid and AI-driven world.
  • The looming membership cliff and how many associations face significant member retirements within the next 5-10 years.
  • Their favorite tips and insights from a year of Associations Thrive episodes.

Other Episodes

About Associations Thrive

Associations Thrive podcast is hosted by Joanna Pineda, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International. Joanna’s personal mission and the mission of Matrix Group is to help associations and nonprofits increase membership, generate revenue and thrive in the digital space. 

We believe that every association has a unique mission and unique story that demonstrates how they’re serving their members, impacting their industry, and ultimately changing the world. Every guest is an association Chief Executive, Executive Director or President. We’re here to help amplify their stories so all associations can learn and thrive, together.

If you and your organization have a great story,  apply to be on Associations Thrive!