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Associations Thrive

Joanna Pineda
Community Engagement
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Leadership
Associations
Advocacy
Healthcare
Higher Education
Education
National Association Of School Psychologists
Diversity and Inclusion
Trade Shows
Craft Beer
Infection Prevention
Community Building
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Strategic Planning
Patient Care
Global Health
Mental Health
Covid-19 Pandemic

This is Associations Thrive, the podcast celebrating successful associations and their leaders. Listen in as top association executives tell all, revealing the creative and innovative ways they’re increasing their bottom line, serving their members, and reimaging their organizations. The Associations Thrive podcast is hosted by Joanna Pineda, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International.... more

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What if your association's most effective membership recruiters aren't staff at all, but your members themselves?

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When your industry is everywhere but almost invisible, how do you tell your story? And how can associations help members navigate tariffs, supply chain pressures, and changing market dynamics?

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What happens when young people never see anyone who looks like them in the careers they dream about pursuing? And how can associations, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations help members build stronger, earlier, and more inclusive talent pipel... more

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What if one of the most important contributors to energy efficiency, worker safety, and emissions reduction is also one of the most overlooked? And in an industry facing consolidation and private equity pressure, how can an association help members s... more

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Celeste Warren
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Episode: 182. Celeste Warren, Founder of Destination STEM, Inc, on Representation in STEM, Virtual Access, and Building the Future Workforce
Michele Jones
Executive Vice President and CEO of the National Insulation Association (NIA)
National Insulation Association
Episode: 181. Michele Jones, EVP/CEO of NIA, on Her Long Tenure, National Standards, and Member Value in a Consolidating Industry
Wade Tetsuka
President of US Transactions Corporation (UST) and UST Education
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Episode: 180. Wade Tetsuka, President of UST, on Payments, Peer Learning, and Education as a Bridge to Success
Whitley Richards
CEO
Cause Strategy Partners
Episode: 179. Whitley Richards, CEO of Cause Strategy Partners, on Nonprofit Board Placement, Governance Training, and Leadership Development
Michael Coleman
General President of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers (SMART)
SMART
Episode: 178. Michael Coleman, General President of SMART, on Apprenticeships, Member-Centered Benefits, and Advocating for Families and Communities
Pamela Silberman
Co-Founder, Board Member, and Treasurer at the Smell and Taste Association of North America (STANA)
Smell and Taste Association of North America (STANA)
Episode: 177. Pamela Silberman, Co-founder, Board Member, and Treasurer of STANA, on Smell and Taste Disorders, Patient Advocacy, and Public Health Awareness
Andrea Wood
President and CEO of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals (ACCP)
ACCP
Episode: 176. Andrea Wood, President & CEO of ACCP, on the Business Case for CSR, Shared Value, and Building Member-Centric Community
Eric Ellman
President of the National Consumer Reporting Association (NCRA)
National Consumer Reporting Association (NCRA)
Episode: 175. Eric Ellman, President of NCRA, on Building Trust, Turning Around an Association, and Elevating Member Value
Gwyn Donohue
Executive Director of American Subcontractors Association, Metro Washington (ASAMW)
American Subcontractors Association, Metro Washington (ASAMW)
Episode: 174. Gwyn Donohue, CAE, ED of ASAMW, on Small-Staff Leadership, Member Value, and Reinventing Governance

Host

Joanna Pineda
Host of Associations Thrive; CEO and Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Authentic without the cringe

    Provoking, but not overly produced, these podcasts are an essential part of stopping your day to think about things that will actually be applicable to aspects of your professional and personal life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allegra Panera
    United States8 months ago
  • One of the best you’ll find

    This is possibly the most well produced podcasts in the association market, and the story telling from the executive perspective is really a special look inside executive decision making and journeys through the association market. I simply love this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYinVA
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Resource for Associations of all Maturities

    This podcast is an engaging and thoughtful program full of different experts in association leadership and management from across the spectrum. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about innovative techniques and strategies to drive association growth, professional growth, and relevance no matter the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Hudson Garrett Jr.
    United States2 years ago
  • Top Association Podcast!

    It’s great to listen to Joanna’s interview style and voice. The stories are fresh and really interesting. Definitely one of the better podcasts out there for associations members to tune into IMO. I love how it’s about the stories and I feel like I can relate to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hello help a
    United States2 years ago
  • My Go-To Weekly Listen

    Regardless of the industry of the guest, there’s always something to learn and fresh insights to gather when I listen to Associations Thrive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickeydeeED
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are diverse and bring real-world experiences that listeners can apply in their work.
The host delivers quality conversations with executive leaders and valuable practical insights for association pros.
The host maintains a engaging, thoughtful interview style and selects high-caliber guests from the association space.

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180. Wade Tetsuka, President of UST, on Payments, Peer Learning, and Education as a Bridge to Success
Q: Wade, how did you get drawn into the payments industry and eventually found UST?
I started in traditional finance after college, moved through accounting firms and medical device roles, and then transitioned into payments via connections from the Wharton Alumni Association; that background helped me speak CFO language and identify a market need, leading to the founding of UST and later UST Education.
178. Michael Coleman, General President of SMART, on Apprenticeships, Member-Centered Benefits, and Advocating for Families and Communities
Q: How have you grown membership and diversified the workforce?
By recruiting from the military through programs like Helmets to Hard Hats and actively encouraging women with mentoring and childcare supports, SMART has expanded to include technicians, engineers, and a broader set of trades.
178. Michael Coleman, General President of SMART, on Apprenticeships, Member-Centered Benefits, and Advocating for Families and Communities
Q: What does apprenticeship look like in SMART?
The five-year program combines classroom and on-the-job training to prepare journey workers, with benefits like paid schooling, certifications, and no college debt.
178. Michael Coleman, General President of SMART, on Apprenticeships, Member-Centered Benefits, and Advocating for Families and Communities
Q: Mike, tell us about SMART.
SMART is a broad labor organization representing sheet metal, rail, and transportation workers across the U.S. and Canada, with a strong culture of mentorship and a diverse membership.
181. Michele Jones, EVP/CEO of NIA, on Her Long Tenure, National Standards, and Member Value in a Consolidating Industry
Q: How is the association adapting to industry consolidation and private equity, especially regarding membership and dues?
The association is reviewing the dues structure, conducting roadshows to reinforce member value, and engaging larger members to ensure continued relevance and support.

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This show centers on associations and their leaders, with in-depth conversations about leadership, governance, membership growth, revenue strategies, and digital transformation within nonprofit and trade organizations. Guests span professional societies, trade associations, and nonprofits, sharing practical approaches to education, advocacy, event strategy, and member value, often highlighting innovative programs, data-driven decision making, and culture shifts that help organizations thrive. A distinguishing factor is the focus on real-world leadership journeys and organizational turnarounds, presenting actionable takeaways for listeners looking to elevate their own associations or adopt best practices from diverse sectors.

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Recent guests on Associations Thrive include:

1. Celeste Warren
2. Michele Jones
3. Wade Tetsuka
4. Whitley Richards
5. Michael Coleman
6. Pamela Silberman
7. Andrea Wood
8. Eric Ellman

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