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Amy Fisher|
VP, Engagement, Marketing and Market Development||
Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society
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As the leading consulting firm focused exclusively on associations, McKinley offers a range of services that enable our clients to thrive. Our practice is organized around developing and delivering clear, actionable and proven direction that enables associations to maximize member value and their impact on society.
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McKinley’s strategic guidance helps position associations for impact – aligning strategy, operations, strategic and business goals, staff culture, and performance all in support of the pursuit of a preferred future.
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McKinley’s team brings years of experience and unique expertise in associations to help you achieve organizational excellence initiatives.
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McKinley’s team of expert advisors supports clients through periods of high-impact change to help organizations address high-stakes change initiatives.
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McKinley’s team of expert researchers and data analysts are the “engine” behind data-driven decisions that are necessary to drive associations forward.
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McKinley’s team is composed of amazing individuals, each with a rich and diverse background and all sharing our commitment to deliver exceptional client experiences. Our team members excel at helping associations find unique solutions to tough problems, while at the same time setting clear and realistic goals to measure and celebrate progress.
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We are a trusted advisor to hundreds of leading professional societies. McKinley uses a proven and research-based framework to empower associations to make a difference for members and society.
We are a trusted advisor to hundreds of leading professional societies. McKinley uses a proven and research-based framework to empower associations to make a difference for members and society.
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We have an unparalleled track record when it comes to delivering sustainable, market-tested solutions for trade associations. We use a customized strategic approach for each association to create value for their stakeholders.
We have an unparalleled track record when it comes to delivering sustainable, market-tested solutions for trade associations. We use a customized strategic approach for each association to create value for their stakeholders.
“McKinley Advisors has been an indispensable partner in two strategic assessments for CHPA. The firm's sole focus on associations distinguishes it from many other consulting firms and its responsive and insightful staff is a tremendous asset. We never hesitate to call on McKinley Advisors when we have a challenge to address.”
Scott Melville
President and CEO, Consumer Healthcare Products Association
“McKinley has a wide reach across the association market and is very much engaged in content strategy research with other associations. So they bring the expertise and knowledge that is needed to advance content priorities practically.”
Alla Orlova
Chief Learning Officer, American Industrial Hygiene Association
“With the pace of disruption in business and society, leaders and guiding documents must be flexible and fluid. McKinley and the AIA Strategic Planning Committee did a great job in keeping our strategic plan simple and flexible. This has ensured more aligned and collaborative work, fostered staff and leader engagement, and provided the framework for transformation within the organization, the profession and even society.”
Terri Stewart, Hon. AIA, CAE
Senior Vice President, Knowledge & Practice, American Institute of Architects
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