When it comes to industry associations, the real value might not be what you think.

After asking her LinkedIn network how associations have impacted their careers, the most common response Blythe received was not about revenue or leads. It was about people and how being surrounded by like-minded professionals creates space for genuine conversations, shared language, and connections that go far beyond a screen.

About the Author

Blythe Brumleve-Milligan
Blythe Brumleve-Milligan
Creative entrepreneur in logistics. Founder of Digital Dispatch, CargoRex, and host of Everything is Logistics. Co-Founder at Jax Podcasters Unite. Previously: Board member of Transportation Marketing and Sales Association, Freightwaves on-air personality. Annoying Jaguars fan.

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