The Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) has announced significant leadership changes with Directors Richard Thame and Amber Manning taking on the roles of Chair and Deputy Chair respectively. This fresh leadership team, along with the appointment of Jay Westbury as the new CEO effective 9 September, marks a new chapter for the FCA as it continues to support and advocate for the franchising industry. Richard Thame brings over 20 years of…

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Congratulations to the Association of Reflexologists on their 40th anniversary! In July, they hosted a conference to commemorate the occasion at the International Students House in London. Peter Lund Frandsen & Dorthe Krosgaard from Touchpoint Denmark spoke on Frontier Biology and Dr Naveed Akhtar delivered a talk on Integrative Health. The mission at AoR is to provide a platform for networking, sharing knowledge and best practices, and fostering ongoing professional development. They…

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The Australian Compliance Institute (ACI) has appointed a new CEO, Ms Joanne Phillips. Ms Phillips will commence her role on 30 September 2024.A seasoned professional association executive, she has more than 18 years’ experience leading teams in small and large associations, spanning health, law, education, sport, and industry. Ms Philips is passionate about creating member experiences that deliver value, building enduring relationships, and generating revenue.…

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American Society of Association Executives has sounded the alarm that associations and other nonprofit organizations are facing the biggest legislative threat in more than 50 years. With sweeping tax breaks established in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act set to expire in 2025, congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle in the USA Congress have called for next year’s tax package to be fully funded at a cost of $3-4 trillion. Influential legislators and policy think tanks have…

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The Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA) has expressed deep concerns over a proposed NSW Government Bill aimed at regulating animal breeding. The PIAA claims the current Bill, introduced by Labor and set to be debated in Parliament next week, could decimate the country’s leading breeders by capping the number of breeding females to 20 per establishment – a limit they argue will have severe consequences for both breeders and prospective pet owners. Anthony…

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If you're not paying super at the same time as wages, there’s something on the horizon for you to start planning for: payday super. Planned to start July 1, 2026, payday super is a change to how super guarantee (SG) payments are made. No matter your super payments situation, there are important details all businesses should consider now. Announced…

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At a time when the role of women in construction has never been more important, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Cathryn Greville as its new CEO. Cathryn is a qualified lawyer and company director, recognised in the field of equity, diversity and inclusion both in Australia and overseas. She has approaching 20 years’ experience working across environmental, social and governance areas and regulatory arenas, including…

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The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) has appointed Scott Rollason as its new CEO, commencing on November 14. REIA President Leanne Pilkington highlighted Rollason's diverse expertise: "Scott is a qualified lawyer with a strong background in organisational strategy, governance, insurance, financial management, government relations, policy, and lobbying.” With experience in member associations…

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Meetings & Events Australia has appointed Mellisa Gillies as its new CEO following the departure of Peter McDonald in August. From Lantian Consulting, Gillies brings a wealth of board…

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We're excited to announce the seamless integration of Member Jungle's digital member cards with Apple and Google Wallet. Members can now effortlessly see their member information on their smartphones and it’s accessible offline. Digital cards can be instantly distributed to members and automatically updated with any changes, saving time and resources for your association. That means your association can finally say goodbye to the hassle…

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The Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) sought to create a more engaged and connected membership base. To achieve this, they partnered with our friends at Higher Logic, and the results have been transformative. IPA launched the “My Public Accountant” online community, offering members a dynamic space for interaction, resource sharing, and professional growth. This platform has become the go-to…

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