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Easter Associates, Inc. Easter Associates, Inc. is a mid-Atlantic, full-service association management firm. Grow your associ

What makes an annual event special? Sometimes, it’s the things you don’t want to change.Amy says taking a closer look at...
10/19/2026

What makes an annual event special? Sometimes, it’s the things you don’t want to change.

Amy says taking a closer look at an association’s program goals can help leaders make thoughtful changes without losing the character that makes their events unique. The right improvements can make an event more functional, more profitable and more valuable to members, while still preserving the traditions and personality they know and love.

Last week, we enjoyed a beautiful fall evening at VIRGINIAforever's annual Bridge Builder Celebration event at Oakdale R...
10/16/2026

Last week, we enjoyed a beautiful fall evening at VIRGINIAforever's annual Bridge Builder Celebration event at Oakdale RVA.

The event honors those who have championed efforts to protect Virginia’s land and water. This year, we recognized the Honorable R. Brian Ball and Marjorie Mayfield Jackson. We also enjoyed remarks from keynote speaker, the Honorable David Bulova, Secretary of Natural and Historic Resources.

Thank you to all who joined us, and to the folks at VIRGINIAforever for all they do to preserve our resources and help Virginia thrive!

A successful event starts long before the first attendee walks through the door.Continuing our thought leadership series...
10/09/2026

A successful event starts long before the first attendee walks through the door.

Continuing our thought leadership series, Christi shares why strong communication can make all the difference. When teams communicate openly, honestly and consistently, everyone has a clearer understanding of their role and how their work connects to the bigger picture.

That alignment doesn’t just make the planning process easier. It also shows up in the attendee experience, creating events that feel thoughtful, cohesive and intentional from start to finish.

What does strong communication look like on your event team?

A little association business, a lot of connection. The Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners (VCNP) brought its state...
10/05/2026

A little association business, a lot of connection.

The Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners (VCNP) brought its statewide Board together last week at the Cultural Arts Center in Glen Allen for a day of collaboration and updates.

From celebrating personal wins, to sharing homemade goodies and regional fundraising items, to enjoying lunch together after the meeting wrapped, the day was a reminder that associations are about so much more than just business. They're about bringing people together, building relationships and strengthening the communities they serve.

What makes an event feel like it belongs to your association?We're kicking off our October thought leadership series wit...
10/01/2026

What makes an event feel like it belongs to your association?

We're kicking off our October thought leadership series with a perspective from Jessica, who says the answer starts with culture. When an event reflects an organization’s mission, values and commitment to its members, it creates an experience that feels authentic and engaging.

Wishing Senior Director Christi Connors a very happy 5th anniversary with Easter Associates!"Whirlwind woman, human Goog...
09/27/2026

Wishing Senior Director Christi Connors a very happy 5th anniversary with Easter Associates!

"Whirlwind woman, human Google, fast friend—these all describe you. Never lose your curiosity and charm. You bring sparkle to the team and to every member you connect with. No one is the same after having met you. Thanks for bringing your magic to our AMC world!" — Amy Sales, CMP

Amy shares a different perspective on AI in association management: while AI is becoming an increasingly valuable tool f...
09/24/2026

Amy shares a different perspective on AI in association management: while AI is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for everything from event marketing to registration and attendee engagement, its greatest impact isn't replacing personal connections—it's making them stronger.

At Easter Associates, we've built a proprietary member engagement system that tracks activity across 16 touchpoints in five key categories. AI helps our team identify trends and spot members who may be becoming less engaged, so staff can personalize their outreach and strengthen relationships before disengagement sets in.

Technology can help associations work smarter, but it's the personal touch that keeps members engaged.

Last week, the Easter team gathered at the beautiful Tides Inn for a full day of leadership, conversation and connection...
09/22/2026

Last week, the Easter team gathered at the beautiful Tides Inn for a full day of leadership, conversation and connection at the Old Dominion Highway Contractors Association (ODHCA) Annual Meeting.

Highlights included a presentation from VDOT Interim Chief Deputy Commissioner Sean Nelson, the Board of Directors and Joint General Membership meeting, installation of the new slate of officers and a legislative panel with Delegate Scott Wyatt and Senator Danny Diggs.

We ended the day with an outdoor reception and dinner, where the 2025–2026 President was recognized for his service, followed by remarks from The Honorable Mark Sickles, Secretary of Finance.

It was an incredible setting to reflect on our progress over the past year and look ahead to what’s next for ODHCA!

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250 W Main Street, Ste 100
Charlottesville, VA
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