Category: Business

Nisha Thakker of Tenenbaum Law Group PLLC returns to provide legal insights on nonprofit governance. She will guide chapter leaders through the legal duties of nonprofit boards of directors and address common pitfalls in nonprofit governance. The content of this course is covered by Copyright and Licensing, Privacy and Terms of Service and Use and… Continue reading BUS.136-The Fine Print – Effective Nonprofit Governance for Chapte…-AC25.USCC

This presentation will explore the complexities of launching and expanding compost programs through public-private partnerships. It will cover the steps involved in creating compost programs, from securing funding to implementing and marketing them. Composters and public representatives will share insights and examples of successful partnerships, highlighting what works, when they don’t, and how both sectors… Continue reading BUS.135-The Case for Public-Private Partnerships-AC25.USCC

This session explores how AI, Business Intelligence (BI), and Composter Intelligence (CI) work together to improve efficiency, profitability, and scalability in composting operations. It provides an accessible overview of AI and BI, examines real-world applications in composting, and discusses how human expertise (CI) remains crucial alongside technological advancements. Key topics include the basics of AI… Continue reading BUS.134-The Terminator Loves Compost – How AI Can Help Your Compos…-AC25.USCC

This panel will highlight the value of collaboration in advancing the compost industry. Benjamin Krumstok from the Illinois Chapter will discuss their partnership with the IL-ASLA Biodiversity & Climate Action Committee. The Virginia chapter will share their approach to collaborating with various partners, and Theresa Stiner from the Iowa DNR will provide examples of how… Continue reading BUS.133-Boost Your Impact Through Local Partnerships!-AC25.USCC

In this presentation, Iowa Composting Council (IACC) Chair John Foster will share the story of IACC’s startup and its strategies for leveraging strengths. He will cover the foundation for developing a partnership with the Iowa Recycling Association (IRA), how IACC fits within IRA, and its membership recruitment approach. Foster will also discuss how IACC’s strategies… Continue reading BUS.139-Zero to One the Iowa Composting Council Story-AC25.USCC

This presentation will discuss how to design membership benefits that foster long-term engagement and satisfaction. Learn from the NC and CA chapters as they share strategies for creating appealing membership packages that attract new members and retain current ones. Gain practical tips to enhance your chapter’s value proposition and ensure continued member loyalty. The content… Continue reading BUS.138-Membership Benefits that Create Value and Drive Retention-AC25.USCC

This session will focus on strategies for growing and maintaining a chapter’s membership. It will cover recruitment techniques, personalized engagement efforts, and effective resources used by successful USCC chapters to drive growth and ensure long-term vitality within the community. The content of this course is covered by Copyright and Licensing, Privacy and Terms of Service… Continue reading BUS.137-Outreach Strategies to Grow and Maintain a Healthy Member Base-AC25.USCC

Business longevity depends on successful transitions while maintaining consistency, self-awareness, and core values. Celebrating 50 years in 2024, this small, large business attributes its growth to preserving the foundational values that drove its early success. Key factors include people, purpose, adaptation, structure, innovation, and commitment. Routine self-examination of core values ensures continued success and long-term… Continue reading BUS.132-Longevity and Transitions at a Growing Compost Facility-AC25.USCC