Cohorts commence in February, May and September 2021.

Elisa is an association guru and expert in strategic non-profit solutions that increase membership, diversify revenue and ensure relevance. She served for nearly 20 years as an impactful association management executive with several national trade and individual membership associations. Known for her candid and hyper-custom approach, Elisa designs innovative engagement solutions, tactical member development campaigns and operational effectiveness strategies. With a unique background in fundraising and advocacy, membership and stakeholder relations, as well as national and chapter operations, Elisa’s diverse expertise makes her a valuable partner and advisor to both national and international non-profit clients. She is co-host (with Andrew) of the weekly podcast Association Transformation, and is a Senior Strategic Advisor to the Institute of Association Leadership

Andrew is a former association chief executive, and for 15 years he held c-suite leadership positions in professional associations and membership bodies across the UK. He travels internationally to provide specialist support on non-profit leadership, governance, and strategy. He is the founder of the Cambridge Governance Symposium; author of the NETpositive Governance™ model; and co-host (with Elisa) of the weekly podcast Association Transformation, and the weekly podcast Good Enough for Jazz (both available on Apple podcasts). He is a vociferous advocate of the association sector and is a Senior Strategic Advisor to the Institute of Association Leadership; and he is a committed proponent of social responsibility and sustainable development.