The Association Model Progression Chart shows how associations can grow from Administrative to Management to Leadership across four key areas:
- Governance and Operations
- Staff
- Member Services
- Internal and External Relations
Each category offers simple steps to help your association strengthen operations, improve services, and plan for the future.
How to Use It
- Find your starting point: Use your Models Assessment results or review where your association fits today.
- Choose what to improve: Read the chart to see practical ways to move to the next level.
- Use it in planning: Apply the chart during board retreats, strategic planning, or staff development.
- Take small steps: Focus on a few areas at a time. Progress is flexible and based on your association’s goals and capacity.
