Episodes

#55 Small Steps, Big Impact: Advocacy Framework for Small Associations with Elaine Abery
Drawing from her extensive background in government relations, Elaine shares a practical framework designed to help associations set realistic goals, tailor their messages, and establish meaningful relationships with key stakeholders.
#54 Stronger Together: Amplifying Small Business Voices Through Association Collaboration with Luke Achterstraat
In this episode, Luke Achterstraat, CEO of COSBOA, shares how the power of collaboration amplifies the voices of small business owners who form the backbone of the Australian economy.
#53 From Campsites to Canberra: Stuart Lamont on Powerful Advocacy and National Campaigns
Join Olena as she chats with Stuart Lamont, CEO of the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, to uncover how bold strategies and relentless optimism fuel national advocacy and consumer campaigns.
#52: Never Waste a Crisis: Paul Zahra on Leading Through Challenges and Change
In this inspiring episode, Olena catches up with Paul Zahra, outgoing CEO of the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). Paul reflects on his journey leading the ARA through some of its toughest years—think COVID-19, economic shifts, and rapidly changing customer preferences.
#51: Growing Pains: When Membership Growth Shakes the Business with Rob Di Leva 
Rob takes us behind the scenes to discuss the necessary changes driven by Speech Pathology Australia's recent remarkable expansion.
#50: Leading Through Growth and Advocacy: Elevating the Surveying Profession with Michelle Blicavs 
In this episode of the Association Hub Podcast, Olena chats with Michelle, CEO of Surveyors Australia, about her dynamic journey in transforming a long-standing association into a thriving, forward-thinking organisation.
 #49: Unlocking Member Engagement with the 2024 Index with Nikki Walker
In this episode of the Association Hub Podcast, Angela Shelton sits down with Nikki Walker, Global VP for Associations & Communities at MCI Group, to dive into the 2024 Association Engagement Index.
#48: International Association Podcast Mashup - Celebrating International Podcast Day 
In celebration of International Podcast Day last September 30, association podcasters from all over the world have come together for one epic, insightful, and slightly chaotic episode!
#47: Cybersecurity 101: Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Association's Security with Andrew Lawrence 
With special guest Andrew Lawrence from de.iterate, we discuss the most common misconceptions around cybersecurity and explore essential strategies that associations can implement to stay secure.
#46: How Associations Use AI: Real Case Studies with Dawid Naude 
Imagine having an AI powerhouse transforming your association. In this episode, Host Angela sits down with AI expert Dawid Naude from Pathfindr to explore how AI is revolutionising organisational efficiency.