In this episode of Insight, Donna and Ariel chat with Deborah Mikula, executive director of the Michigan Library Association. They discuss the impactful work of the association and its members, strategies for gaining insights into the industry and its professionals, and initiatives aimed at attracting young talent to the profession. Learn about Michigan's Right to Read program and the association's advocacy efforts to champion important causes. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the evolving landscape of libraries and the crucial role they play in shaping communities.

Thanks to Choose Lansing (https://www.lansing.org/ ) for sponsoring this episode on Insight!

Insight is produced by Association Briefings.

In this episode of Insight, Ariel and Donna have the pleasure of visiting with Patty Corkery, President and Chief Executive Officer at the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates. Our hosts talk with Patty about what it's like to lead a large, complex, state-based association and how Patty leans in to learn what members need. Tune in to hear what MCUL has been doing to engage young professionals, Patty's insights about leading credit union advocacy efforts, and the role of mentors in her career. 

Show Notes 

Helpful links to some of what's discussed:

Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates (https://www.mcul.org)

Fueling, Uplifting, Educating Leaders Young Professionals Networking (https://www.mcul.org/foundation/fuel-michigan)

CU Solutions Group (https://www.cusg.com/)

Patty's Podcast (https://www.mcul.org/member-connection/credit-unions-coffee-and-conversations)

Thanks to Choose Lansing (https://www.lansing.org/ ) for sponsoring this episode on Insight!

Insight is produced by Association Briefings.

In our inaugural episode, we talk to Sam Klemet, president and CEO of the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and member of the Michigan Society of Association Executives’ Board of Directors. He joins our hosts Donna Oser, CAE, and Ariel Backus for an engaging conversation wrapped around his career journey, how his members are changing the world, and strategies for recruiting young and emerging professionals into the industry. 

MSAE Insight is produced by Association Briefings.

The Michigan Society of Association Executives presents the all-new Insight – a podcast for association professionals. Join our host Donner Oser, CAE, and her cohosts –  some of the best and  brightest young leaders in Michigan’s association community – as they explore the creative solutions achieved by associations navigating today's turbulent business, regulatory, and social landscapes.