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Association Brain Food: 10.6.23

Reid All About it

Another take on the young professional recruitment challenge comes from James Young of Product Community. Competing against niche professional organizations, membership and conference revenue has “slowed to a trickle.” The organization’s outgoing treasurer describes the financial situation as “dire.” Next gen membership #2.

Revenue 256
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Why Do People Volunteer for Professional Associations and Trade Groups?

Higher Logic

Giving your time and knowledge is invaluable, which is one of the reasons organizations appreciate their volunteers so much. of the US population volunteered in 2014. They helped people in need, advanced causes, and furthered organizations. They can help you power through your to-do list and deliver innovative ideas to members.

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Coaches vs. Cancer: Groups’ Fundraising Strategy Eyes New Recruits

Associations Now

Here’s why ACS recruited some of college basketball’s top coaches to their team. As we were thinking about a way to engage for donations, we started with the consumer insight that people are really interested in how coaches recruit. Basketball coaches tend to be a passionate bunch, known for their bursts of inspiration. The Coaches v.

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A New Perspective on Work

Association Success

million since 2014. The organizations that are lagging behind are either unaware or unable to understand how this transformational change might impact their operations. Organizations need to create a culture of acceptance for their remote workforce. That impressive statistic has significant implications for associations.

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Disruptive Advocacy Strategies

Potomac Core

For example, through survey research in 2014, the Global Cold Chain Alliance identified key business outcomes that matter most to its members. As a result, the association is now the Industry’s Strategic Ally through an enhanced and more collaborative and innovative advocacy program. Disruptive Advocacy.

Strategy 100
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Don't Go Another Year With a Board With Old Thinking. Make 2014 Count For Something

Tom Morrison

A year in which we want our associations to go to a new level, membership to increase, more members engage in our programs and a vibrant board who is thinking futuristic with great ideas and innovation at the forefront. In reality, the problem is many boards are still stuck looking into the past, not the future. What is the real value?"

Revenue 40
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Thursday Buzz: Where Associations Saw Their Membership Grow in 2013

Associations Now

Early results from a new study show that recruitment, not renewals, drove member growth for many associations. Also: the consistent craft that drives innovation. For many organizations, membership is looking pretty solid these days, thanks to all the new faces. Innovation as Craft. Why not practice innovation?