Association Transformation
Welcome to Association Transformation, a transatlantic conversation advancing the impact and evolution of non-profit organizations. We're always seeking diversity of thought and new examples of innovation in action. That and a commitment to mission driven organizations spurred this collaboration between the teams at Brewer Pratt Solutions and Elevated. Together with our special guests, each episode we take a deep dive into the issues, topics, challenges and opportunities facing the association community. Between us we’ve been there, done it, got the t-shirt: membership, mergers, boards and leadership, advocacy, and education - nothing is off limits. Any subject that effects non-profits, their survival or their success is up for discussion.
Association Transformation
🎙️ Navigating the Ethics Minefield
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March is National Ethics Awareness Month, which makes it the perfect time to talk about something every association faces, but few discuss honestly: ethics in leadership.
In the newest episode of Association Transformation, co-hosts Elisa Pratt of Brewer Pratt Solutions and Andrew Chamberlain of Elevated unpack what ethical governance really looks like inside associations.
Not just policies. Not just conflict-of-interest forms. And definitely not a once-a-year board training slide.
Instead, they explore the real issues that surface in boardrooms every day:
- When does poor behavior cross the line into unethical conduct?
- Why do so many governance problems come down to structure and communication gaps?
- Who is actually responsible for enforcing ethical standards in an association
- And how do organizations build cultures where integrity is lived and not just written into policy?
From volunteer pathways and board recruitment to risk management, accountability, and leadership culture, this conversation digs into the practical realities of ethics in association governance.
🎧 Listen to the latest episode and join the discussion:
Where have you seen ethical leadership done well (or poorly) in associations?