How Executives Choose Their Next AMS

May 1 at 1:00 p.m. ET

Most executives choose a new AMS maybe once a decade. Some have never done it at all. No wonder the process can feel overwhelming, slow, and—honestly—a little dated. This session cuts through all of that. 

About the Event

We’ll talk about what actually drives a smart AMS decision today. Not feature lists. Not 200line RFPs. Not marathon demos. We’re talking strategy, outcomes, and the realities leaders face when the stakes are high and the change is big. 

 

You’ll hear what works. What doesn’t. And the “please don’t do this” moments we’ve seen in hundreds of AMS searches. 

You’ll learn: 

  • Why your AMS decision should start with outcomes, not features
  • How executives frame the decision and how your team should, too
  • Common pitfalls (including the classic “Let’s send our RFP to 24 vendors”)
  • What a real partnership looks like during selection and implementation
  • How to spot risks early and keep your project on track
  • What leaders wish they knew before they began the search

Leaders who’ve been in the hot seat will share their experiences and expertise.

  • Mark Soticheck recently led his association through a full AMS selection and brings a candid, executive level view of what the process really demands.
  • Moira Edwards has guided countless associations through their evaluations and brings a practical, no-nonsense perspective from the consulting side.
  • Kristina Jakstas oversees AMS implementations every day and will share how organizations can set themselves up for success long before the project begins.

If you’re a CEO, COO, CIO, Marketing Director, IT Director—or the person your exec team turns to for advice—you’ll walk away with clear next steps and fresh confidence in your AMS approach. 

Panelists

Professional executive panel discussion on AMS selection process.

Mark Soticheck

CEO, North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants 

Business professional woman smiling outdoors, representing executive decision-making.

Moira H. Edwards, MS, CAE

President, Ellipsis Partners LLC 

Executives reviewing AMS panels for decision-making process.

Kristina Jakstas

VP, Implementation, re:Members 

Moderator

Executive selecting an AMS panel for effective decision-making.

Patrick Dorsey

VP Marketing & Sales, re:Members 

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Earn 1 CAE Credit for attending