Building Trust, Building Impact: How to Launch a Successful Data Program

Written By Kurt Wilson

Your data strategy can’t succeed without trust.

That’s the message HAI COO Todd Snell shares in the latest issue of Association Chat Magazine, where he dives into the essential elements of launching and sustaining a secure, high-impact data program for associations.

Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing effort, Todd's Q&A covers the fundamentals:

  • What to consider before launching a data exchange

  • Why trust and confidentiality are non-negotiable

  • How to navigate antitrust issues with confidence

  • Real-world lessons from programs that work

“Associations are in a unique position to lead industry data efforts—but only when members feel confident their data is protected and used responsibly,” says Snell.

>> Read the full article in Association Chat Magazine (page 40).

And if you’re wondering what this could look like for your association? We’d love to talk. Schedule a complimentary discovery call.

Kurt Wilson

I lead HAI’s Data Production team, partnering with associations to deliver accurate, confidential data their members rely on to benchmark performance and move forward with confidence. With a background in statistical modeling and analytics, I turn complex data into reliable insights that strengthen industries and member engagement. Former Division I baseball player turned endurance enthusiast, I’m usually training for my next half marathon or taking on a home project. 

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