Small board AEs from across the country have offered the following survival tips. Convenience at a cost . Become a virtual board. Executive officer Linda Gasaway works out of her home and says members like the idea of the association bringing services to the members' offices instead of the members coming to the board. Partner, partner, partner.
Technology is key to offering top services.
When the service is online, you can partner with anyone. Host creative fund-raising. Use technology as support staff. Association management software has cut time and hassle out of many board practices. Many small associations credit their existence to being able to use technology effectively.