Leader Spotlight: Artesha Moore

February marks Black History Month. As we strive to expand our knowledge and competency on diversity, equity and inclusion, this month offers a particular opportunity to lift up Black voices in the association community. 

Artesha Moore is the new President and CEO of Association Forum, the hub for the large, yet close-knit Chicagoland association industry. The organization seeks to inform association professionals with discussion around culture, technology, and more. 

Moore started in associations more than 20 years ago. Her skillset at the time included building databases, and she landed a position as a membership manager at a small association in Washington, D.C. While she says she stumbled into the association sphere on accident, she quickly found it fulfilling — even life-changing. 

Now, Moore says she is excited to head up Association Forum to give back to the community that has inspired her. In this position, she seeks to do what she has done in previous positions — create a lasting framework for diversity, equity, and inclusion. For her, this looks like making sure everybody is heard and provided leadership opportunities.  

Moore is excited to use her background to create lasting change in the association community. Learn more in an interview on  Association Forum’s Website.