Association Analytics

APRIL 4, 2022

Most of the associations we have spoken with are returning to in-person meetings and conferences in 2022. However, virtual and hybrid events proved to be very valuable during the pandemic. This begs the question, “ should you continue to host hybrid or virtual events in the post-pandemic world? ” Attend an in-person event?

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

This survey data will provide quantitative insights to help guide associations planning 2021 conferences. Virtual networking meetups. MemberSuite shares nine ideas for member networking meetups that go well beyond the chat box at virtual conferences. His blog posts deliver the goods too. Project management basics.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

At MIT Technology Review, Tanya Basu shares ideas for helping remote workers recreate watercooler moments —the same ideas can help you simulate conference hallway conversations too. UBIT for virtual trade shows. Virtual conference sponsors. How to update old blog posts for SEO. Association mojo. Remote watercooler.

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AUGUST 14, 2020

I took three days off this week to dedicate my time to ASAE’s Virtual Annual Meeting aka #asae20. I’m lucky I got to participate in Zoom meetings throughout the conference because I have a good professional network. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… #ASAE20.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

TopClass LMS explains how to use emotional marketing triggers to persuade people to register for an educational program or conference. Subscribe to Blog via Email Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Sponsor perspectives. You’re leaving money on the table!

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Virtual conferences. Not going virtual is not an option for association conferences , says MemberSuite. If you’re tempted to not host a virtual conference in the coming year, consider the questions they pose before making a final decision. How to teach an old blog new SEO tricks. Member engagement.

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MAY 22, 2020

Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. We’ve had a few months now of quickly planned virtual conferences and learning events. Virtual event sponsors/exhibitors. Virtual conference success stories. Virtual conference of the week.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Virtual sponsors/exhibitors. In conversations about virtual conferences, one question always arises: how to provide value to virtual sponsors and exhibitors. Virtual event tips. Hybrid conferences. Atlasphere ).

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Virtual conference pricing. WBT Systems describes the different factors you need to consider when pricing a virtual conference , and right at the top they say, “Your virtual conference should not be free.”.

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JANUARY 8, 2021

Virtual conference closing. I still remember the final moments of a virtual conference I attended last year. The conference experience just stopped. Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering , WBT Systems describes how to close a conference in a meaningful way instead of ghosting your attendees.

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Blue Sky eLearn

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The four sat down to discuss what has been learned hosting virtual events over the past six months. In this blog series, we’ll be recapping what each speaker has learned, but as always you can watch the entire webinar on- demand by clicking here. . The Beginning . Sponsorship . Surprises and Lessons Learned .

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JANUARY 29, 2021

Now that your organization has nearly a year of remote work under its belt, it’s time to ask: do your managers know what they’re doing? The C-suite is no longer a full-time job at many organizations, including associations. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog.

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JUNE 25, 2021

Since everyone went virtual over the past year, the competition has heated up in the online learning marketplace. Virtual expo. Most of the people I know who exhibited at virtual conferences this past year were not pleased with the results. Virtual conference pricing. Subscribe to Blog via Email.

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OCTOBER 30, 2020

WBT Systems explains how virtual conference session recordings can serve as a launchpad for an association’s online learning portfolio. Virtual attendee “engagement.” Lee Gimpel of Better Meetings describes the promises by virtual conference hosts of attendee engagement as a “bait and switch.” Virtual exhibitors.

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MAY 15, 2020

Marketing virtual/online education. Virtual event sponsors and exhibitors. Virtual conference success story. I’m going to keep my eye out for good stories since everyone’s trying to learn about virtual conferences right now. Virtual conference of the week. Got to do what you got to do.

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JULY 31, 2020

Virtual certified. They became “ virtual certified.” Planning virtual conferences. Lisa Block at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting suggests a list of questions to consider—about business model, meaningful engagement and content development—when planning a virtual conference. Virtual event sponsorships.

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MAY 21, 2021

Niche conferences. They make an argument for adding smaller, niche virtual conferences to your event lineup. Conference design. He suggests five changes to conference design that are long overdue. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Matt Turner.

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NXUnite

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Nonprofit professionals are used to wearing many hats while working for their organization—from serving as event planners to social media managers to volunteer coordinators. Blog posts are a top educational resource because they serve as a first stop for professionals seeking more information about specific nonprofit topics.

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JANUARY 15, 2021

In response to the pandemic, many associations hosted new virtual events, took down their members-only content paywall, and reduced fees for virtual conferences and education—changes that affect their membership value proposition. You’d think virtual events would be #1 on every “top posts of 2020” list. Forget “normal.”

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JULY 17, 2020

Meetings Today talked to event planners about revenue diversification, in-person vs. virtual attendee engagement, and managing your mindset. An optimistic virtual future. The Moery Company says going virtual offers a unique opportunity for associations and their sponsorship programs. Virtual event sponsorship example.

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APRIL 9, 2021

I got a chance to indulge in this type of group dynamic a few weeks ago during an ideation session hosted by Teri Carden of Non-Dues-A-Palooza and designed by Matchbox Virtual Media. Event Farm is hosting a series of virtual events on pandemic compliance and safety at in-person events. Virtual Events Institute ). Event safety.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

Chapter member virtual engagement. Billhighway describes how many associations are helping their chapters overcome technology challenges and pivot to the virtual model. Tobin Conley, CAE revisits an old DelCor blog idea: the IT bag. He suggests some essentials for your home office gear and virtual meeting strategy.

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APRIL 2, 2021

Future conference attendance. A new report from Bruce Rosenthal Associates, HPN, and Ricochet Advice, The Conference Roadmap to Recovery , presents survey responses from 8,525 association members on their likelihood to attend conferences in 2021. Hybrid conferences. Educational coaches. Quick hits. Stan Garfield ).

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NOVEMBER 27, 2020

On the Leading Learning podcast (a must-subscribe), Celisa Steele talked with association executive director Shawn Boynes, CAE, about dealing with disruption during the pandemic , taking risks and virtual learning. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. Risking innovation.

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MAY 14, 2021

This week, WBT Systems shared a swipe file of marketing blurbs for association conferences, courses and credentialing programs —have at it! Five takeaways from the Digital Networking Incubator designed by Amanda Kaiser and Matchbox Virtual Media. Event safety. Check it out before you get too deep into your planning process. API basics.

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MAY 29, 2020

Virtual event ebook. Ellipsis Partners and Achurch Consulting have been burning the midnight oil on a virtual events ebook that’s definitely worth checking out. It covers virtual event strategy and technology, including a list of platforms for different purposes. Virtual learning strategies. Virtual networking.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2021

They urge associations to stop living in limbo and start planning virtual events for 2021. Gamification makes about as much sense as chocolate-dipped broccoli , says Adrian Segar at Conferences That Work. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. Accepting reality.

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JULY 10, 2020

Virtual conferences and events held in March and April were at an advantage—attendees weren’t yet in full-on Zoom fatigue. But now, you must consider your attendees’ attention and engagement capabilities when planning virtual events. WBT Systems describes nine virtual event strategies that minimize Zoom fatigue.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Virtual conference communications survey. The ASAE Communication Professionals Advisory Council requests your participation in a short, 11 question survey to help the community understand the challenges of planning virtual conference communications. Conference attendee learning journey. Speaker panel diversity.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Virtual job fairs. If you’re seeing lots of movement in your industry—members losing jobs, employers hiring for new positions—consider hosting a virtual job fair. Virtual exhibitors/sponsors. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. What a smart idea.

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

Tagoras is running a brief survey to determine how organizations offering professional development will focus their time and resources in 2021. Please participate—or ask the right person in your organization to participate—today because the survey closes at end of business today, Friday, December 4. Virtual conference design.

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Freestone

APRIL 11, 2024

However, when you repurpose content from your live events, you can save your organization time and money while reaching new learners. Read our blog to discover how your continuing education program can repurpose content from live events, drive long-term revenue, and attract new learners. What does it mean to repurpose content?

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AUGUST 21, 2020

Virtual events. One virtual conference pretty much looks like another—”talking heads on a screen, chat boxes on the side and maybe some Zoom breakout rooms.” MemberSuite suggests four ways to add a real life feeling to your virtual events. Virtual event sponsorship. Career pathways. Association Adviser ).

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MAY 26, 2023

Conference/abstract management. Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events. They discuss configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program and more.

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Association Success

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Organizations should look back on the issues they dealt with and projects they rocked to see if anything learned can be applied to the new year. In 2020, association professionals dealt with COVID-19 pandemic related struggles — virtual events, working from home, re-learning how to have great conversations with peers and so much more.

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JULY 24, 2020

Memorable virtual gatherings. Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering , MemberSuite describes the seven essential elements for creating a memorable virtual conference instead of the typical series of webinars with accompanying chat box. Virtual board meetings. Virtual event challenges. Virtual event data.

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MARCH 19, 2021

Throughout March, Mary Byers, CAE, and the Loyalty Research Center are sharing stories about highly innovative organizations, their best practices, interviews with innovators, and challenge questions about innovation to ponder. If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. Mindfulness.

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