Associations Now

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Electronics maker TCL Communications, the company that distributes BlackBerry’s current smartphones, said it will stop selling them later this year, Business Insider reports. But by 2014, following poor phone sales and the rise of competing smartphones such as the iPhone, BlackBerry’s U.S. smartphone market, with a 43 percent share.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Existing Technology: Between learning management systems (LMS), association management systems (AMSs) and social media, many associations have a robust technology ecosystem in place to support rapidly changing skills-based training and digital badges. EDUCAUSE implemented a digital badge program in 2014.

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Association Adviser

MAY 20, 2014

But suppose you received a large and unexpected bump in your annual budget for communications and technology. What they did seem more interested in was “improving the quality of their existing communication vehicles” (54 percent) and “upgrading their publishing tools, technologies and processes” (48 percent).

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

iBeacon is Apple’s implementation of Bluetooth low-energy (BLE) wireless technology to create a different way of providing location-based information and services to iPhones and other iOS devices. c measurements using state-of-the-art technology that’s cost effective and enhances your exhibitors’ ROI. What is iBeacon?

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

“The new brand better reflects the kinds of specific services that our companies deliver to consumers and just gives us new energy in how we represent the industry,” said Brian Dietz, NCTA vice president of communications and digital strategy. wrote President and CEO Michael Powell on the organization’s blog.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Virtual events aren’t just a flashy show of technology for your association; they can also turn a profit. “The virtual track had to be interactive, easy for staff to put together, easy for virtual attendees to come and go, and not technologically challenging for staff or attendees,” Tucker writes. .

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Associations Now

JUNE 24, 2014

As a session at ASAE’s 2014 Marketing, Membership & Communications Conference highlighted, for all the skills your IT department has, your best tool for leveraging their know-how may be to build a good working relationship with them. Communication’s Role in Tech. Here’s why.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 6, 2013

Plus: six tips to snap the perfect photograph for your website or blog. Communication is key: And no, we’re not talking about how to connect with staff or better engage with members. Maybe you’re going to lose a couple of pounds or resolve to spend more time with the family in 2014. His number one tip: get closer.

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Associations Now

MARCH 25, 2014

— Greg Ruby (@GregRuby) March 24, 2014. — Kristin Veach (@kristin_veach) March 24, 2014. Top 10 Event Tech Trends in 2014 via @abceyevents #eventprofs #pcma [link]. — Jeff Hurt (@JeffHurt) March 24, 2014. Event technology is currently a pretty popular topic on the #eventprofs feed.

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Associations Now

MARCH 19, 2014

In an article for Cvent , Michelle Bruno, president of Bruno Group Signature Events, says event planners can exceed expectations by taking advantage of mobile technology beyond providing a strong WiFi connection. — Cynthia Remec (@BoardAssist) March 17, 2014. Hint: “Keep it simple, sweetheart.”.

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Associations Now

JUNE 27, 2014

The Association for Manufacturing Technology, working with several industry firms, plans to present the making of a 3D-printed vehicle at the group’s International Manufacturing Technology Show. Get a ticket to the Association for Manufacturing Technology’s upcoming tradeshow in Chicago. Encouraging New Processes.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Christina Green of MemberClicks blog advocates implementing member rewards as a way to encourage certain behaviors. — CMSWire.com (@cmswire) December 8, 2014. “Overall, the word choices you make add up to the tone of your communications,” author Bernard Marr explains in a LinkedIn blog post.

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Associations Now

JULY 14, 2014

Google Glass has been put to good use by associations in the past, with the Washington Restaurant Association providing a good example of how the technology can be employed during a conference. The Hearing and Speech Agency : This Baltimore organization will explore the possibilities of Glass in helping people with communication difficulties.

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Associations Now

MAY 22, 2014

To make your marketing communication useful for your members, start by matching their needs. — Sandy Friedman (@CP_Sandy1) May 21, 2014. Remember that you’re not the only game in town as far as such communication goes. Also: how to be the great facilitator. Otherwise, you might miss them entirely.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Over at Silverbear’s blog, the company breaks down the considerations you need to make when looking into such a model. Then, of course, after you make the decision, you have to manage it and communicate it. Check out Silverbear’s blog for more tips. — Elizabeth Engel (@ewengel) November 7, 2014.

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Associations Now

JUNE 23, 2014

The industry, through its trade group, CTIA: The Wireless Association, has dragged its feet on the technology in the past, but there’s growing evidence that the strategy works. Meanwhile, thefts of Samsung phones increased significantly over the same period. Microsoft’s vice president of U.S. But Is It Enough?

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Associations Now

MAY 15, 2015

Mike Harvey, director of communication, told the website that the team is trying to drive human interaction with preconference data science—something that may seem counterintuitive to some. But it seems to be working: Harvey noted that this year’s Collision was five times larger than 2014.

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Associations Now

MAY 1, 2014

Less than a week after facing a public backlash on proposed open-internet rules that would allow for a so-called fast lane of access, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler offered another take on the plan, saying safeguards would be in place to prevent perceived worst-case scenarios.

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Beth Kanter

MAY 9, 2014

I don’t have to tell anyone who reads Beth’s blog about the value of storytelling. Meanwhile, digital technology has changed the game. We knew we needed a cross-sector perspective on the problem , so we awarded a grant to Hattaway Communications to convene stakeholders (including Beth!) By Jay Geneske, 2014.

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Membership Marketing

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

As the final installment of my three membership resolutions for 2014, let’s focus on the critical area of keeping your current members by improving your renewal efforts. None usage by a member may require an intervention even before the renewal program begins to help communicate the value of membership. years to 6.66

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

A provision of the renewed Digital Millennium Copyright Act, expected to take effect in January 2014 , would make unlocking phones without mobile-carrier permission a crime punishable by as many as five years in prison. More details: The administration’s stance. ” Nonetheless, the group supports a bill sponsored by Rep.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

As marketing technology advances and member habits evolve, the power of inbound marketing continues to grow. There, he was able to build a steady stream of leads for ERA by growing the content and readership of ERA’s blog. Is your association ready to make the leap? Even if you’ve never seen Field of Dreams , you know the line. “If

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Beth Kanter

DECEMBER 31, 2013

This past year I had the honor of facilitating an intense training in Tunisia in January for Women Entrepreneurs that included leadership, entrepreneurship, business planning, and communications. I also wrote guest posts for the Harvard Business Review and the LinkedIn Corporate Blog. 2014 will be the year of learning for me.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Initially, we used a blog ( blog.discoveryeducation.com ) as our primary communication tool to share about events and resources with our community members. I’ve been the DEN Online Community Manager for about two years, but I’ve spent 30+ years in public education. And you can be assured, he posted it.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Like many associations, AIGA (once the American Institute of Graphic Arts) finds itself needing to adapt to change driven by technology and society. a series of posts on the AIGA Insights blog directly from Grefé and the AIGA board. What communication and engagement efforts have worked best? webinars for chapter leaders.

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Beth Kanter

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the Social Innovation Summit , a twice annual event that represents a global convening of thought leaders in technology, investment, philanthropy, international development, and business. Bloomerang Blog. ALS Association and discuss the Ice Bucket Challenge.

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Beth Kanter

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

There are many nonprofit, social media, and technology conferences all year long. SXSW: March 7, 2014. NTEN: Nonprofit Technology Conference: March 12-15th. This will be my 14th Nonprofit Technology Conference. If not, look for wrap up posts on my blog. Photo by George Galanais. Conferences'

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Beth Kanter

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

This post was cross-posted from the Knight Foundation Blog and written by Jessica Hodder who is the digital communications associate for Knight Foundation. million, organizers at The Miami Foundation realized that Give Miami Day 2014 would be their most successful Giving Day yet. “The Give Miami Day raises record $5.2

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Beth Kanter

MAY 12, 2016

Community foundations across the country have been promoting local giving days to motivate people to support nearby charities, encourage nonprofits to embrace technology, and bolster their reputations. based software company, created Give Local America so community foundations could host annual one-day fundraising events.

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SCD Group

JANUARY 13, 2014

When I decided to move SCDdaily to a three days a week schedule, I assumed I would not include the readings of the week among those three blogs. Your technology? But, there have been so many great articles in the last week or so that I need to share them with you this week. For Mr. Blake, it is about speed, and volume. Exhibitors?

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Associations Now

APRIL 28, 2015

Instead, associations willing to put money and other organizational resources into a major technology project should realize that they may need a vendor for the task. “ What Happens When You Don’t Properly Vet Your Vendors ,” Ernie Smith, Associations Now , October 7, 2014. But it shouldn’t be. The dreaded RFP.

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SCD Group

AUGUST 30, 2012

Here are some examples: · American Academy on Communications in Healthcare (AACH) wanted to reach chief medical officers at major medical centers. based technology research firm. See Becky Rasmussen’s blog Creating Content that Works for Your Association. Blog Archive. No comments: Post a Comment. Newer Post.

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Slice-Works

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

The core of Meerkat’s brand is their community. Consequently, they swiftly embraced change as the needs of their audience adapts, requiring the technology to morph and change with them. Check out your blog for a related article. Check out your blog for a related article. Providing them with more value. . That’s right.

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Slice-Works

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

The core of Meerkat’s brand is their community. Consequently, they swiftly embraced change as the needs of their audience adapts, requiring the technology to morph and change with them. Check out your blog for a related article. Check out your blog for a related article. Providing them with more value. . That’s right.

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Beth Kanter

APRIL 2, 2014

In mid-March, I had a whirl wind day at the Grant Managers Network Annual Conference where I did the following: Panel Session : Outcomes, Impact, and Communication with Roberto Cremonini and Danette Peters. I found a blog post called “ The Dangers of Organizational Amnesia ” by Darcy Jacobson. GMN2014. —

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Beth Kanter

APRIL 15, 2014

What was most exciting for me was to finally meet three people in person after following their writing, blogs, and books for almost a decade. Jason Adam Young (@jasonadamyoung) March 27, 2014. Jane Hart: Jane has been blogging for many years and writes about informal and workplace learning. He asked us to list them.

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Beth Kanter

APRIL 8, 2014

This guest post from Marika Lynch shares some of the most recent lessons learned about Giving Days and was also published on the Knight Foundation blog. This failure caused the GiveMN team major headaches on the Giving Day and beyond, and has led GiveMN to reevaluate its technology options and focus on regaining public trust.

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