Global Growth & Engagement: Scaling Certification Programs and Creating Personalized Member Experiences

Global Growth & Engagement: Scaling Certification Programs and Creating Personalized Member Experiences

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Expert Strategies for International Certification Expansion

By: Kelly Quinn


At a recent Ask-Me-Anything session hosted by the American Society for Association Executives’ ( ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership ) International Associations Advisory Council, I joined an expert panel including Kim Cohen ( ISACA ), Erica J. Brown ( ASIS International ), and Sylvia Gonner, CAE ( CultureWiz ), moderated by Jim Piechowski, CAE ( HOCK international ), to explore the topic of global certification expansion. If international growth is part of your association’s strategy, you’ll appreciate the critical insights shared by this team of experts.

Market Research and Selection

Sylvia Gonner emphasized that successful international expansion requires more than just identifying interested markets – it demands a comprehensive evaluation of readiness and feasibility. Before jumping into a new market, organizations must carefully assess:

  • Documented demand in target markets
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Economic conditions
  • Required localization efforts
  • Potential impact on revenue and mission

Language and Localization

Erica Brown shared valuable insights about the nuanced challenges of content adaptation, highlighting that successful localization goes far beyond simple translation. Her experience with ASIS International’s global programs demonstrates the importance of:

  • Evaluating content for cultural relevance beyond your home country
  • Using professional translators familiar with industry terminology
  • Having subject matter experts review translated content
  • Deciding which materials to translate (forms, handbooks, study materials)
  • Considering dialect differences within languages


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