Colette Trohan, MS, CAE, PRP, CPP-T

Colette Trohan is a highly experienced professional in the field of association governance and organizational management.1 She is the President and CEO of A Great Meeting, Inc., a position she has held since November 2004.1 With over 25 years of experience, Trohan is known for her energetic training style and ability to apply customized strategies to client issues.1

Professional Background

Trohan holds several professional certifications, including:

• Certified Association Executive (CAE)
• Professional Registered Parliamentarian (PRP)
• Certified Professional Parliamentarian-Teacher (CPP-T)1

Her expertise lies in leadership training and development, procedural expertise, bylaws and governance documents, strategic agenda preparation, and parliamentarian services.1 She is also recognized as a Robert's Rules of Order expert.1

Education

Trohan's educational background includes:

• Master of Science (MS) in Nonprofit Management from the University of Maryland University College, where she achieved a 4.0 GPA
• Bachelor of Music Education (B.M. Ed) from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point1

Professional Contributions

As the chief visionary at A Great Meeting, Inc., Trohan has developed the Great Leaders Collection, a series of role-based guides designed to help association officers in their roles.1 She is also the author of the Great Leader Series, which provides tools for presiding officers, delegates, leaders, and members to conduct effective meetings.1

Approach and Philosophy

Trohan's approach to her work is characterized by flexibility, a balanced perspective, and a sense of humor.1 She aims to provide interesting and stress-free experiences for her clients, recognizing the complex dynamics of associations.1 Each month, she writes a "Snippet" to help officers, members, and staff understand various components of meetings and leadership.1

Colette Trohan's mission, as reflected in her company's name, is to help organizations have "great meetings" that are fair, stay on track, and reach clear decisions.2