The William E. Smith Institute for Association Research was created by SmithBucklin to underwrite original, practice-based research that will provide the latest, most useful information and insights to volunteer and staff leaders on topics and issues that help advance the growth of associations and enhance the value delivered to the constituencies they serve. The research studies will focus on trade, business and professional volunteer-governed organizations.

The Mission of the Bill Smith Institute is to provide the latest, most useful information and insights to volunteer and staff leaders on topics, issues and trends that help advance the growth of associations and enhance the value delivered to the constituencies they serve.