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Affiliate marketing isn’t just for big companies, it can also be a smart, ethical way for genealogists to strengthen cli...
10/30/2025

Affiliate marketing isn’t just for big companies, it can also be a smart, ethical way for genealogists to strengthen client services and create new revenue streams. In the September 2025 issue of the APG Quarterly, Joy Curtiss explains how carefully chosen affiliate partnerships allow you to recommend trusted products and services your clients already need—while reinforcing your credibility, extending your brand, and fostering loyalty. Done right, this strategy turns professional expertise into added value for both you and your clients. Members can access this issue by logging in at apgen.org, then navigating to Members > Publications > APG Quarterly. Please note: You must be logged in to view this content.

Big news for early-career genealogists! APG is excited to announce the launch of the Young Professionals Special Interes...
10/30/2025

Big news for early-career genealogists! APG is excited to announce the launch of the Young Professionals Special Interest Group (SIG), a new space created to support, connect, and empower those establishing themselves in the field. This free group offers mentorship, practical skills, and opportunities to explore diverse career paths while helping shape the future of professional genealogy.

For more information and to sign up for this free SIG, visit https://www.apgen.org/join_a_sig.php (login required); and don't forget to join the new Young Professionals Message Board (plus other topical boards)!

APG members can now access the recording of the 23 October webinar “From Research to Reach: Marketing Your Genealogy Bus...
10/29/2025

APG members can now access the recording of the 23 October webinar “From Research to Reach: Marketing Your Genealogy Business Using Social Media” in our Webinar Library, presented by Amber Oldenburg. Log in at apgen.org, go to Members >Continuing >Webinar Library. CC available.

When genealogy shifts from a passion to a profession, the joy of learning can sometimes fade. Jeanette Sheliga shares cr...
10/29/2025

When genealogy shifts from a passion to a profession, the joy of learning can sometimes fade. Jeanette Sheliga shares creative strategies for reigniting that spark—whether it’s changing your study environment, trying new learning formats, or organizing your materials so they inspire rather than overwhelm. Her practical tips remind us that professional development doesn’t have to feel like a chore—it can be energizing, rewarding, and even fun.
Members can access this issue—and an archive of past editions—by logging in at apgen.org, then navigating to Members > Publications > APG Quarterly. Please note: You must be logged in to view this content.

Voting is now OPEN for the annual APG election!Members in good standing as of 14 October 2025 can cast their votes now t...
10/29/2025

Voting is now OPEN for the annual APG election!

Members in good standing as of 14 October 2025 can cast their votes now through 2 November 2025. This is your opportunity to help shape APG’s future by electing the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, six members of the Board of Directors, and two Nominations Committee members.

Make your voice heard and support the leaders who will guide our profession forward.

Cast your vote today!

The 2026 APG Fellowship offers a unique, funded opportunity for an APG member to design and carry out a project focused ...
10/28/2025

The 2026 APG Fellowship offers a unique, funded opportunity for an APG member to design and carry out a project focused on professional, academic, or personal development — all outside their country of residence.

Applications are open now through 15 November 2025. On the Fellowship page, you’ll find full details, sample project ideas, and even video updates from 2025 Fellow Lisa M. Vogele, who’s currently researching passport collections across Italy. Her journey shows just how transformative this experience can be.

Members can learn more and apply at apgen.org/apg_fellowship.php

Genealogy is more than personal discovery—it’s also public history. In his article, David Ryan explores how people encou...
10/28/2025

Genealogy is more than personal discovery—it’s also public history. In his article, David Ryan explores how people encounter genealogy through television, advertising, social media, archives, museums, and community projects. He raises important questions about what “public genealogy” means and how professionals can engage wider audiences, advocate for access, and preserve historical memory for future generations.
Members can access this issue by logging in at apgen.org, then navigating to Members > Publications > APG Quarterly. Please note: You must be logged in to view this content.

10/28/2025

We're proud to share that 22 APG members are speaking at this year’s New England Regional Genealogical Conference! Don’t miss their incredible sessions—and be sure to stop by the booth in the exhibit hall to say hello to members of our New England Chapter!

The New England Chapter of APG and the Association of Professional Genealogists are proud to sponsor the New England Reg...
10/27/2025

The New England Chapter of APG and the Association of Professional Genealogists are proud to sponsor the New England Regional Genealogical Conference! Visit us in the Exhibit Hall Thursday through Saturday (29 Oct - 1 Nov) it is open to all conference attendees and the public until 5:00pm each day. Stop by our booth to connect, learn more about APG, and meet fellow professionals!

Work-life balance has always been a challenge, but for professional genealogists, who often blend client deadlines, trav...
10/27/2025

Work-life balance has always been a challenge, but for professional genealogists, who often blend client deadlines, travel, research, and home responsibilities, it can be especially difficult. The September 2025 APG Quarterly, Drew Smith MS, MLIS, explores practical ways to set boundaries, manage expectations, and create healthier rhythms between work and personal life. From setting office hours to learning when to say no, this article reminds us that balance isn’t a one-time fix but an ongoing process that benefits our families, our clients, and ourselves.

Members can access this issue by logging in at apgen.org, then navigating to Members > Publications > APG Quarterly. Please note: You must be logged in to view this content.

In the September 2025 issue of APGQ, Jenny Hawran shares her powerful personal story as an NPE and offers guidance for g...
10/26/2025

In the September 2025 issue of APGQ, Jenny Hawran shares her powerful personal story as an NPE and offers guidance for genealogists faced with delivering misattributed paternity discoveries. With empathy, professionalism, and care, her article equips genealogists to navigate these sensitive moments while upholding ethical standards and supporting clients through life-changing revelations.
Members can access this issue by logging in at apgen.org, then navigating to Members > Publications > APG Quarterly. Please note: You must be logged in to view this content.

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