ABC FEC Leadership Travels to Washington for Apprenticeships for America Summit
June 11, 2026
The Obvious Podcast, with Peter Dyga and Sonny Maken
In this episode, Peter and Sonny discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities facing modern trade associations, using ABC Florida East Coast as a real-world case study. Topics include membership retention, member engagement, revenue diversification, artificial intelligence, organizational leadership, workforce development, event strategy, and long-term sustainability.
Peter puts Sonny in the hot seat to examine how associations can remain relevant, deliver measurable value, embrace technology, and strengthen industry relationships in an increasingly competitive environment. The conversation offers practical insights for business leaders, contractors, nonprofit executives, and anyone interested in organizational growth, strategic planning, and building stronger industry communities.
In this episode:
► Membership retention and engagement strategies
► Revenue diversification and organizational sustainability
► Practical uses of AI and data analysis
► Leadership and value alignment
► Event management and community building
► Long-term growth strategies for trade associations
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