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We provide inspired association management and strategic facilitation to organizations that seek effective solutions to their pressing problems.

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Lighthouse Consulting Group is consistently thinking about how to add to and demonstrate the value of the associations we support. https://t.co/SGMjiVaRyO

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A productive two days with Tampa Bay Watch, working together to shape the organization’s next strategic plan.

Strategic planning is hard work. The group embraced different perspective and focused on results. They did an excellent job, and Lighthouse was pleased to facilitate.

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Safe Harbor's planned acquisition of MarineMax is another significant sign of change—and investment—in the recreational boating industry. We are excited about the industry’s future and opportunities ahead.
https://t.co/FFQnZ6pHVs…
#RecreationalBoating #MarineIndustry #Marinas

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Strong member engagement requires more than an annual renewal reminder.

Associations should focus on year-round outreach, personalized communication, a clear value proposition, and genuine human connection.

https://t.co/7RfkQkdv6w

#MemberEngagement #Associations

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Congratulations to Rhode Island Energy on completing three successful stakeholder listening sessions on energy efficiency programs. Lighthouse was proud to design and facilitate these workshops, helping gather valuable feedback from RI Energy customers. @wearerienergy

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Conference planning is both an art and a science. Explore ideas for how to encourage genuine and valuable connections at your next event here: https://t.co/cD27YEb4XM

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Associations can’t take relevance for granted. A new report underscores the need to clearly demonstrate value through impact, engagement, and responsiveness to member needs. An important read for association leaders.
https://t.co/xN3OLBdmaA
#Associations #Membership #Leadership

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Can AI make executive decisions?

AI is increasingly shaping strategy—analyzing data, finding trends, and informing leadership decisions. Human judgment, ethics, and context still matter.

The future isn’t AI vs. people—it’s both working together.

More: https://t.co/BuDNI3a1rY

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Advanced Marina Management (AMM) final projects ✅ After touring a local marina, student teams have 24 hours to redesign it. They apply everything they have learned in their IMM and AMM courses and present their redesigns to their classmates and a panel of industry experts.

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Great group of marina managers met last week in Seattle, WA for the Association of Marina Industries' Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course. As part of the course we toured a couple of marinas in the area, Elliot Bay Marina and Port of Seattle (photos from Port of Seattle)

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Lighthouse worked with the RISING initiative to deliver their first cross-state workshop last week. https://t.co/MIimmYxNOt.

This full-day workshop brough together +60 people from DE, NJ, and MD to address challenges tied to salt water intrusion and coastal stress.

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Lighthouse is thrilled to be partnering on two Long Island Sound Resilience Planning Support projects with Kissena Synergy and the Setauket Harbor Task Force.

Learn about these projects and incredible work being done across Long Island Sound at https://t.co/5yVyrw6Iej

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Congratulations to our client, the Association of Northeast Extension Directors (https://t.co/4hGarntv2U), on a successful disaster recovery & emergency response workshop with the Northeast Association of State Departments of Agriculture! How can LCG help your organization next?

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Congrats to @SailAmerica on a successful Industry Breakfast during the 2025 Annapolis Boat Show! Industry leaders shared insights, honored award winners, & connected over what’s next for sailing. #AnnapolisBoatShow #SailAmerica #SailingIndustry

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Lighthouse is thrilled to welcome our newest team member, Jeanette Borges, who will be serving our association management clients as membership & communications administrative coordinator. Welcome, Jeanette!

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Congratulations to Dr. Roy Beckford (University of Vermont) for concluding a successful year as Chairman of the board of directors for our client the Association of Northeast Extension Directors! The gavel was passed to Dr. Andy Turner (Cornell University) on September 18th.

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Congratulations to our client, the American Boat Builders and Repairers Association (ABBRA) on a successful member social at The Reef in Newport! Thank you to our sponsors, Bristol Marine, Starkweather & Shepley and Bluewater Supply.

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When less becomes more: Associations are finding value in consolidating events. The Vision Council is merging Vision Expo East & West into one annual event starting in 2026. Quality > quantity. Read more: https://t.co/LemkCRMVOg

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“Leaders just make adjustments. Leaders still find a way to win.” — Magic Johnson at #ASAE25, sharing lessons on adaptability, community investment & turning competition into growth. 🏆 #Leadership #MagicJohnson
https://t.co/NqZyhjY0E1

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Climate change is front and center in Rhode Island. A new Senate study commission is diving into the risks and solutions tied to rising seas, stronger storms, and local resilience. Read more: https://t.co/HWl5tghsat