As we enter the new year, uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to influence our decisions and planning. Disparate national, international and corporate travel restrictions coupled with diverse and evolving vaccine distribution make the planning of a live event impractical. Due to this uncertainty the AMCA Board of Directors decided that the association’s 2021 Annual General Meeting will be virtual again this year.

Another consequence of this travel uncertainty is that some of the mandated association and board activities are also in flux. For example, the association’s strategic planning rotation is due to commence this spring and summer, but it may be delayed. As venues and travel policies reopen, we will ensure that opportunities for the association’s members to meet, network and learn are made available. We will keep you informed as we learn when and where we’ll be able to hold these activities.

We are hoping for a return to normal soon—and planning for a great 2021-22.