Association Tech Insider

S3E7: BI will do you good: How Associations should approach BI Tools

This episode of ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) explores how associations should be thinking about BI (Business Intelligence) Tools, what many of the challenges are for associations looking to implement them, and what the future likely holds specifically with regards to AI. Hosted by Justin Burniske, Principal and Co-Owner of Meta-Dao and Outgoing Chair of TPAC, this episode features three data experts -Evan Reid, MPP, Senior Director of Analytics at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and current member of TPAC, Walker Mullin, Consultant at Wipfli. This podcast is part of a series hosted by the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council. Follow TPAC on LinkedIn for more conversations like this: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/]  Justin Burniske, Principal Consultant and Co-Owner of Meta-Dao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/] Evan Reid, MPP, Senior Director of Analytics at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA): https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-reid-mpp-0052128/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-reid-mpp-0052128/] Denny Lengkong, President, IntelliData, LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denny-lengkong/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/denny-lengkong/] Walker Mullin, Consultant at Wipfli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walker-mullin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/walker-mullin/]

S3E6: The Association Leader’s Practical Guide to AI Conversations That Matter

This episode of ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council (TPAC) explores why AI momentum is stalling across associations — and why the root cause isn’t technology, but hesitation. Rather than focusing on tools or platforms, this conversation digs into the human, strategic, and governance conversations leaders often avoid, including staffing impacts, data privacy, bias, board readiness, and risk tolerance.  Hosted by Laura Graham, Senior Solutions Consultant at Results Direct, this episode features 2 of the authors of The Association Leader’s Practical Guide to AI Conversations That Matter  -Alex Mouw, Executive Advisor for Nonprofits at Amazon Web Services and Chair of the ASAE Technology Council, alongside Tori Miller-Liu, President and CEO of Association for Intelligent Information Management. Together, they share practical guidance for association leaders looking to move forward with AI — without waiting for perfect answers or unanimous agreement.  This podcast is part of a series hosted by the ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council.  Follow TPAC on LinkedIn for more conversations like this:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/]  Laura Graham, AAiP: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-johnson-graham/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-johnson-graham/]   Alex Mouw, CAE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-mouw-cae/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-mouw-cae/]  Tori Miller Liu, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CIP [https://www.linkedin.com/in/torimillerliu/overlay/about-this-profile/]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torimillerliu/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/torimillerliu/]     Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the editing of the podcast to remove "Umm"s and "Ahh"s, but all content was created by people!

S3E5: Association Women Technology Champions (AWTC) and the value of community

The podcast dives into the value of community, focused on the Association Women Technology Champions (AWTC). Featuring Rebecca Achurch, CEO of Achurch Consulting, Rhoni Rakos, Lead Consultant, Digital Strategy at Ellipsis Partners, and Reilly Moriarty, Event & Marketing Manager at UST Education, all members of AWTC who are at different stages of their career, and the value each of them derives from the community. Hosted by Justin Burniske, Co-Owner of Meta-Dao and Outgoing Chair of the ASAE Technology Professional Advisory Council, the conversation touched on the value each panelist gets from the community, the importance of safe spaces to learn, how volunteering has such a big impact, and so much more. To learn more about AWTC, make sure to visit their website at https://awtc.tech/ [https://awtc.tech/] Where to find them: Rebecca Achurch - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachurch/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachurch/], rebecca@achurchconsulting.com Rhoni Rakos - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoni-rakos/], reilly@ustranscorp.com Reilly Moriarty - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reilly-moriarty62/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/reilly-moriarty62/], rrakos@ellipsispartners.com Justin Burniske - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/], justin.burniske@meta-dao.com

S3E4: Making Systems Talk: Automations and Integrations for Associations

In this episode, host Justin Burniske [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/] (⁠Meta-Dao⁠), talks with Michael (Misha) Getter [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-getter/] ( American Alliance of Museums), Tadu Yimam [https://www.linkedin.com/in/taduyimam/] (National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO)), and Ben Muscolino [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminmuscolino/] (Breezio, AMS Geek, Data Sangria) about the challenges and strategies of integrating technology systems within associations. The panel delves into the various types of integrations, from single sign-on to business process automation and customer data integrations. They offer practical advice on how small and mid-sized associations can approach integrations, emphasizing the importance of knowing your data, defining clear business requirements, and leveraging tools like Zapier and AI. Tune in to learn how to make your technology systems work together seamlessly to enhance member engagement and operational efficiency. 00:00 Introduction to the Association Tech Insider Podcast 00:48 Meet the Panelists 03:47 Defining Integrations 05:12 Challenges and Misconceptions of Integrations 08:41 Approaches to Integration 19:41 Leveraging AI and Automation 30:51 Final Thoughts and Takeaways For more great content, make sure to follow the ASAE Tech Council on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/asae-tpac/]

S3E3: Lean Startup for Associations: Innovating with Agility and Purpose

In this episode, host Justin Burniske (Meta-Dao [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jburniske/]), sits down with Elizabeth Engel (Spark Consulting [https://www.getmespark.com/]), Jamie Notter (Culture Scientist [https://jamienotter.com/]), and Adam Savino (ASIS International [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsavino/]) to explore how the Lean Startup methodology can help associations innovate smarter, faster, and with greater impact. The group discusses how associations can apply Lean principles—like rapid experimentation, the build–measure–learn cycle, and data-driven decision-making—to test new ideas and develop non-dues revenue streams without wasting limited resources. They also dive into the cultural side of innovation: how to create space for change, embrace learning from failure, and move beyond the “loudest voice in the room.” From overcoming internal resistance to exploring how AI can accelerate learning, this conversation offers practical advice and real-world examples for any association ready to adapt and grow. 🎧 Listen to learn: * How Lean Startup principles translate to the association world * Why culture can make or break innovation * The importance of measuring what truly matters * Ways AI can enhance experimentation and learning Inspired by the recently released white paper “Lean at 10” (https://bit.ly/LeanAt10 [https://bit.ly/LeanAt10]), this episode is a must-listen for association leaders looking to turn smart ideas into sustainable action.