Association Freak

MARCH 2, 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutes Association Management Trends 2024 In the evolving landscape of 2024, associations face a pivotal moment characterized by significant shifts in membership dynamics, economic pressures, and technological advancements. The median increases are 6% annually and 12% over five years.

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutes In the evolving landscape of 2024, associations face a pivotal moment characterized by significant shifts in membership dynamics, economic pressures, and technological advancements. This year’s association outlook underscores the necessity to adapt and thrive amidst these changes.

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Virtual

JANUARY 12, 2016

After a few days of walking the floor at CES , many things start to look alike. That’s because they are. There were dozens of quadcopter drones from different manufacturers. A sea of 4k televisions all with great pictures. And enough virtual reality glasses to make them stop being a novelty.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

If you want to learn more about association technology, check out the DelCor blog. Or, if you’re in the generalist mood, Associations Now is your one-stop shop for news and information. – Looking Forward 2016: Association Business Environmental Scan. Wed 2/17 at 2 p.m.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 20, 2023

MCI released a benchmark survey report on AI adoption in associations. Also worth your time 10 tips for success for incoming association CEOs. Katherine Wayne, AMC Association Management Center ) Dealing with data: how to create reports that work for everyone. In 2016, China reported 17.86 Ross Barkan ) Wow.

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WBT Systems

DECEMBER 12, 2016

This award honors the learning solution vendor which best caters for the unique and varied requirements of associations that provide education and certification programs for their members. Linda Bowers , CTO of WBT Systems, retained her title as Best LMS Demonstrator in 2016.

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Delcor

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Technology projects fail for a number of avoidable reasons. In part 1 of this series, I described four common causes of technology project failure. Why IT Projects Fail Lack of Leadership When projects run into trouble, the project team and stakeholders lose confidence in the project manager and the project’s ultimate success.

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YourMembership

DECEMBER 23, 2015

They also need to utilize technology that captures the member experience. Many associations offer services intended to solve issues for traditional members, but these offerings may not appeal to tech-savvy and tech-friendly millennial members. The next shift in the association market will be mobile networking and connecting cloud data.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

So increasingly, non-profit associations must compete in a “for-profit” manner to win business for their continuing education programs. Department of Labor, in December 2016 there were 5.6 In support of its Future of Learning initiative, the AICPA launched a digital badge program in April 2016. What is the “Skills Gap” Problem?

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AvidXchange: Association Management

MARCH 9, 2023

In our first episode of the “Middle Market Report” podcast , we covered three pervasive trends happening right now in the community association management industry. Let’s set the table with a few figures: There are more than 357,000 community associations in the U.S. It’s time to make a change.

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Delcor

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

On the first night of every Requirements Analysis course I teach at Georgetown University, I ask my students to discuss why technology projects sometimes fail. The person who’s communicating—the project manager or the executive sponsor—is essentially selling something. Over time, we’ve identified seven common causes of project failure.

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Socious

JANUARY 4, 2017

With exploding phones, a divisive election, and major international news, 2016 certainly kept up on our toes. But through all the turmoil, we found that associations and businesses remained focused on what they do best – serving their customers and members. That’s why we’ve put together our 12 top articles from 2016.

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YourMembership

AUGUST 30, 2016

billion monthly active users and LinkedIn clocks in at 450 million in Q2 2016 (statista). Without doubt, data is touted as one of the most important focuses of technology. Consider that Facebook boasts 1.71 But are these the right reasons? Not necessarily. Where’s my data? From this perspective, the trade-off looks less compelling.

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Achurch

JUNE 21, 2023

Changes to your organization’s technology stack are inevitable. Employees’ willingness to support enterprise change collapsed to merely 38% in 2022 , compared with a healthy 74% in 2016. Some employees beg for new tools to save time, or hope to adopt modern systems to replace under-performing ones. They don’t want a “new initiative.”

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Elevating Engagement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Association Brain Food Launched in 2016, Association Brain Food is the weekly publication where association management expert and author Deirdre Reid shares her curated list of articles, free educational events, and resources.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

Tagoras recently released its much-anticipated 2016 Association Learning + Technology Report , which contains a wealth of information about associations’ efforts to incorporate technology into their educational programs and platforms. Blending technology and learning seems to make business sense for associations.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 3, 2016

– MGI’s 2016 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report. Find out firsthand the latest association growth trends with the lead authors of the 2016 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report. – Association Management 101 (North Carolina). all times are Eastern Daylight Saving Time. Tue 6/7 at 1 p.m.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Key among these recommendations is that associations must be willing to consider alternative delivery methods and new technologies. Associations should also be aware of new initiatives and technologies which may help them to increase participation and engagement in education programs in the future.

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Chapter Chat

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

We’re excited to announce our participation in the popular technology conference AMS Fest , which will be held in Washington, D.C., For two days, association executives, AMS consultants and vendors will come together to engage in discussions pertaining to Association Management Systems (AMS). September 15-16.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

With so many blog posts and articles, how do you wade through all the predictions to uncover what trends will directly impact your association’s learning technology strategy this year? Predictions for the next big trends in eLearning solutions started appearing before 2017 had even begun. You don’t have to!

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Reid All About it

MARCH 15, 2016

This article was originally published in the Association Executives of North Carolina’s Success By Association magazine, February 2016 issue. ~~~. But how do you find time to manage it? Deirdre Reid, CAE is a freelance writer for technology firms serving the association market.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Host: Association Women Technology Champions. Eric Mason, Director of Human Resources, Association Headquarters Inc.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

This week kicks off with a webinar you won’t want to miss: Elizabeth Engel and Shelly Alcorn discussing their insightful new report, The Association Role in the New Education Paradigm. Presenters: Shelly Alcorn, Principal, Alcorn Associates Management Consulting. Presenters: Dozens of association and technology brainiacs.

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.orgSource

MARCH 6, 2023

Is technology tying your audience in knots? Experiences like the following make Millennials and GenX, groups that associations are seeking to engage, consider even long-standing organizations with a dose of suspicion. Perhaps it’s content that’s missing the mark. Maybe stale programming is stopping the love?

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Reid All About it

JULY 15, 2016

Learn how to evaluate an Association Management Software based on important, often overlooked criteria; avoid hidden costs you may not see on the surface; and attract next generation thinkers and staff with a strong technology platform. Your Favorite Association Bloggers and Podcasters of 2016 (Association Chat on Blab).

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2017

Your weekly list of free webinars and events for the association community… If your association plans to get a new association management system (AMS) in the next few years, or you want to learn more about AMS selection and implementation, or you just have an abnormal interest (hello!) Duration: 1 hour.

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Associations Now

JUNE 17, 2019

Long the subject of breathless hype, blockchain technology has started to find its way into real-world use cases. A recent whitepaper highlights where associations and their members might come into play. Walmart and IBM have worked together on this issue since 2016.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

The 2016 American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition begins this weekend in Las Vegas. Association: American Trucking Associations. Conference: 2016 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition. Rundown Attendees: 2,500. Exhibitors: 200. City: Las Vegas. Safety first.

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Socious

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Whether we’re talking about the internet revolution or the technology revolution in general, billionaire Scott Cook makes a good point. We’re still just getting used to having the internet, technology, and information at our fingertips. What was once a phone call is now an email sent through your association management software.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 19, 2016

Discuss professional develop (PD) success stories and lessons learned from the 2016 ASAE Annual Meeting. Bring your favorite mid-morning beverage and a plate of your tastiest bites of success, lessons, and exciting developments, to share with your association friends. Presenter: David DeLorenzo, CIO, DelCor Technology Solutions.

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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

We’re pleased to report that since the program’s launch in 2016, more than 7.7 Technology puts the brand in too many people’s hands, and there is the danger they will take it in multiple directions. “Do “They can’t hire an attorney, stay at a domestic violence shelter, or get a lease for an apartment.

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Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2017

Is your association starting to focus more on innovation? Hear unique perspectives from a researcher, technology partner and an association on the role of innovation in associations today. Jo Damato, ‎director, educational development & strategy, National Business Aviation Association. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 10, 2016

Presenter: Shelly Alcorn, CAE, principal, Alcorn Associates Management Consulting. – Chapter of the Future: A Look at the 2016 Benchmarking Study & Where We Go from Here (ASAE Virtual Roundtable). Hoffman, CAE and Peter Houstle of Mariner Management. 1 CAE credit. More information/registration. 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

MARCH 10, 2016

A study reveals what the younger generation expects of their elders when it comes to technology. The study—which included children ages 10 to 17, from 249 families , discussing the technology rules they have to live by—flipped the conversation by asking the kids how they believe their parents should handle technology.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Right now, today, in 2016 is the best time to start up. Kevin Kelly, from his book, The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future ). In the association community, it feels like we’re always playing catch up to the world around us. It’s not just about associations.

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Association Success

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

As technology has evolved, it’s (become) all visual,” said Jason McKee, the chief marketing officer for Accessibility Shield, a firm that helps companies reach ADA compliance. A study from Pew Research in 2016 showed that rarity has a big impact. This has meant a shift in how we — and the courts — think of virtual accessibility, too.

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Association Adviser

MAY 18, 2018

Last year’s survey results revealed that associations are communicating with members more frequently and via more channels than at any time since we began this survey in 2011. One tool that can help associations more efficiently facilitate the segmentation of member communications is association management software (AMS).

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