Associations Thrive host Joanna Pineda interviews Matt Baehr, Executive Director of the Book Manufacturers Institute (BMI). Matt introduces BMI, shares his journey to becoming Executive Director, and then discusses several initiatives undertaken by BMI to thrive.Matt discusses:<ul><li>The strategic planning the BMI Board went through when Matt came on board.</li><li>BMI’s new event, Book Manufacturing Mastered, which brings together publishers, manufacturers and suppliers.</li><li>BMI’s research, which provides members with valuable industry data</li></ul> BMI membership is up and the organization is generating more revenue than ever. BMI is thriving under Matt’s leadership!References:<ul><li><a href="https://www.bmibook.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BMI website</a></li><li><a href="http://bookmanufacturingmastered.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book Manufacturing Mastered Conference Site</a> </li></ul>

4. Associations Thrive - Matt Baehr, Executive Director of BMI, on Creating a Conference for an Adjacent Audience

This is Associations Thrive, the podcast celebrating successful associations and their leaders. Listen in as top association executives tell all, revealing the creative and innovative ways they’re increasing their bottom line, serving their members, and reimaging their organizations.

The Associations Thrive podcast is hosted by Joanna Pineda, CEO & Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International. Joanna’s personal mission and the mission of Matrix Group is to help associations and nonprofits increase membership, generate revenue and thrive in the digital space.

We believe that every association has a unique mission and unique story in how they’re serving their members, impacting their industry, and ultimately changing the world. Guests include top trade association, professional society, and non profit executives. We’re here to help amplify their stories so all associations can learn and thrive, together.