The Member Lounge Podcast: Unlocking Association Success

The AI Wake-Up Call for Associations: Inside the CSAE 2025 Report

Episode Summary

Confused, cautious, or just stuck? You’re not alone—and this session will show you a smarter way forward. AI is here but are associations truly ready to use it well? In this episode of the Member Lounge Podcast, we dive into the findings of a first-of-its-kind, Canada-wide survey on AI adoption in the association sector. The results? Surprising, revealing, and, most importantly, a wake-up call for leaders navigating this fast-moving space. We’ll explore what associations are getting right, where they're falling behind, and how you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Episode Notes

In This Episode, We’ll Cover:
✅ Key insights from a national survey of Canadian associations and their current use of AI
✅ The top roadblocks preventing meaningful adoption and how to overcome them
✅ What association professionals are really worried about when it comes to AI
✅ Actionable steps to bridge the gap between interest and implementation

Meet the Guest: Gerald Bramm
Gerald Bramm is the founder and principal of Bramm Research, where he has led hundreds of research projects across Canada and the U.S. for more than 20 years. His expertise spans the full spectrum of survey research: from large-scale online surveys to in-depth interviews and focus groups. Gerald brings a unique blend of data expertise and sector knowledge that makes him especially well-equipped to uncover and interpret the realities facing associations today.

Your Host: Farhad Khan
Farhad Khan, CEO of Member Lounge, brings his deep experience in association tech, community engagement, and AI implementation to guide the conversation. With a passion for practical innovation, Farhad helps associations cut through the noise and build future-ready strategies.

If you’ve been wondering where your association stands or where to even begin, this episode is for you. Tune in to get the data, the context, and the clarity you need to take your next step with AI.