LeAnn Ely, Director of Operations & Technology, was recently featured in ASAE’s Associations Now with an article examining how organizations can approach career development in ways that recognize different stages of professional and personal life. In Designing for Life Phases: Why Career Development Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All, she explores how organizations can create more flexible, meaningful paths for growth by recognizing that not everyone’s career goals, pace or definition of success look the same.

Every association has a unique mission, but achieving long-term success requires more than passionate volunteer leadership. Diversified Management Services (DMS) partners with the NABIP Iowa Chapter as an extension of their team, providing consistent support, strategic guidance, and operational continuity that helps the organization thrive. By understanding and embracing NABIP Iowa's mission, DMS works alongside volunteer leaders to keep initiatives moving forward, preserve organizational knowledge, and support the chapter's long-term goals.

Managing a stadium goes beyond hosting events, it’s about creating smooth operations and memorable experiences. Diversified Management Services (DMS) helps the Stadium Managers Association (SMA) support stadium professionals worldwide by growing membership, expanding events, and strengthening operations, ultimately elevating fan experiences from kickoff to the final whistle.

Kate Banasiak, President & CEO, was recently featured in the Des Moines Business Record’s Fearless initiative, with a guest column examining how personal life changes can influence professional identity. In The Identity Tug of War: How Personal Seasons of Life Can Affect Our Professional Brand, she explores how leaders, particularly women, can navigate life transitions while staying aligned with their values and career goals.

We’re proud to share that our President & CEO, Kate Banasiak, was recently featured in ASAE with an article examining how associations have evolved over the past five years, and where they should focus next.

In Five Years Later: Strategies for Associations in an Ever-Changing World, she reflects on the lasting impact of the shifts that began in 2020.

By: Kate Banasiak, Diversified Management Services

This year marks the fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, which fundamentally reshaped many aspects of life over the past five years. The non-profit and trade association industries were not immune to these changes, and have had to adapt to weather the storm. 

Partnering with Purpose, Passion, and People Since 1990

DES MOINES - Diversified Management Services (DMS), a leading woman-owned association management company (AMC), proudly marks its 35th anniversary of delivering customized nonprofit management solutions that amplify missions and strengthen communities.