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NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Certification launch. WBT Systems shares the advice of two association execs who launched a certification during the pandemic. Virtual conference pricing. Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: 40 one-sentence newsletter tips. Josh Spector ). Dreading a winter lockdown? Tue 11/24 at 11 a.m. –

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MAY 12, 2023

I love the idea of a small, focused conference where you can actually get to know people, so I hope to meet many of you there. Newsletters. I bet members interact with your newsletters more regularly than any other product or service, which means your association should carefully plan and design each edition. Learning business.

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MARCH 11, 2022

Virtual conference attendee’s attention. Is your virtual conference engaging enough to prevent multitasking? Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. 15 Ways to Take Your Newsletter to the Next Level. Tue 3/15 at 11 a.m. Decoding the Buyer’s Journey.

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Freestone

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Now more than ever, members are turning to their professional associations for continuing education, certifications, and career advancement resources. Certification programs Many organizations offer certification and licensing programs within their association as an added benefit to members, offering a level of prestige within an industry.

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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. Building new norms.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

If the registration numbers for your educational programs are disappointing, WBT Systems shares several reasons people don’t commit to online courses and conferences. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. 25 Ways to Take Your Newsletter to the Next Level.

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Membersuite

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Host webinars, live and on-demand online courses, on-demand recordings, and virtual and in-person conferences and other educational events. Other revenue-generating programs include: Certification programs. Certification exam study aids , such as study groups, prep courses, flashcards, and practice exams. Event registration.

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Freestone

MARCH 7, 2024

Your continuing education program already likely offers several in-person and on-demand learning courses, annual conferences, and member events. Curating the sessions throughout the PD Day should be like planning a small-scale conference. Why should your association plan a Professional Development Day?

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. I was happy to see Association Brain Food in Lead Marvel’s list of eight must-read newsletters for association professionals. Boring conferences. Here’s a cure for boring conferences. Credentialing support.

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MAY 5, 2023

. – Associations’ Role in Climate Change: The UN Climate Conference, COP27, and Beyond Either as part of ESG initiatives or looking at impact and legacy, associations are increasingly grappling with the role sustainability plays in supporting their work and advancing their missions. 1 CAE credit. Location: Chicago IL. 1 CAE credit.

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Freestone

MARCH 4, 2024

Highlight learner success stories, exciting upcoming events, or annual conferences to show your program’s value, ultimately attracting more learners. Consider leveraging a newsletter which highlights upcoming continuing education courses, exciting events, and special learning opportunities to show off your program. Learner retention.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Non-dues revenue typically comes from two sources: Internal: Charging your members additional fees for added resources, opportunities, or products, such as conference fees, professional certifications, or branded merchandise. Offer ad space in your organization’s newsletter. Host an annual conference.

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Higher Logic

AUGUST 15, 2017

Somewhat more common than handwritten letters is a volunteer appreciation event at your annual conference. You can make the event even more special by including your conference’s keynote speakers, industry experts, and your own leadership and board members. Hold a Volunteer Appreciation Event. Want to do even better? Make Them Leaders.

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Association Success

APRIL 29, 2020

We asked what newsletters, organizations, podcasts and even TV shows they found helped them work harder and smarter. . But the time commitment means for many, the certification is not an option. . Because if attendees can’t get to your conferences, then you’ve got big issues. The results were as diverse as you can imagine. .

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Smooth The Path

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Conference. Certification. E-Newsletter. I can use the resources to persuade colleagues to do the right thing. But when associations talk about the value of the membership they tend to list benefits: Journal. Chapter Events. Research Reports. Online Community. Engaging associations use the words their members use.

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JUNE 25, 2021

Most of the people I know who exhibited at virtual conferences this past year were not pleased with the results. Virtual conference pricing. Would you like to subscribe to this newsletter? Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Virtual expo.

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Higher Logic

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Started in late 2017, the Daily Carnage Facebook group arose from a marketing agency’s (Carney) daily marking newsletter. As the agency’s newsletter began to take off, Carney had the idea to connect their fans in a community. The CFP Board’s mission is to grant a certified financial planning certification.

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Membersuite

MARCH 16, 2022

3: Newsletters. Insert a personalized section in newsletters that says: “According to our records, your job title is [XYZ]. A few years ago, a conference I attended had a lounge where members could get a professional headshot. Click here to update if incorrect.” 4: Online Interactions. 8: Trade Association Members.

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MARCH 24, 2023

Using a Competency Model to Ensure Minimal Competency when Recertifying Certification Holders Learn when and why to implement a competency framework, drawing from a recent successful implementation for the Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB), complete with results to validate success. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Although most leaders might see innovation as disruptive, transformative change to a process or product, Michael Tatonetti, director of certification and education for the Professional Pricing Society (PPS), argues that there is more to innovation than its large-scale ventures. “I Also: Nudge members to get more value from your association.

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JULY 24, 2020

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. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. 1 CMP credit.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 23, 2015

It’s backwards thinking and it’s one of our conference’s most dangerous assumptions. Most of our conference education mimics our traditional higher education model. Yet we copy this model for our conference schedules. That distorts the mission of our conference. Two Additional Faulty Conference Education Assumptions.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

A digital pass subscription gets you regular small group meetups, monthly expert live streams, weekly newsletter, benchmarking data, on-demand content, one-on-one brainstorming session, and event discounts. Conference insights from forward-thinking association event directors. Community manager survey. SEO for education programs.

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JULY 31, 2018

A targeted newsletter and streaming video series helps them build rapport with prospects. Upon the completion of a learning pathway, the learner receives a digital badge, certificate, and/or certification. Researchers have found that millennial students favor badging and certificates over traditional degrees.

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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. But, virtual conferences did dominate the rest of their list. . Content/education strategy. Quick hits.

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YourMembership

MARCH 13, 2014

Conference and Meeting Fees. Conference Exhibitor and Sponsorship Item Fees. Newsletter and Publication Advertising. Many associations already use a variety of programs to generate non-dues revenue, among the most common being: Annual Sponsorships. Internet Advertising. Branded Merchandise.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Your conference and association value proposition is under attack! Education and networking are two benefits of conference attendance and association membership. From my back of the envelope calculations, that leaves 28% (or about $335 per employee) for conferences/external investment.

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EventMobi: Association Events

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Spotlight your members on your: Association website Social media platforms Newsletters Blog posts Podcasts And more Interviews and thought leadership posts allow prospective members to learn about who they’ll be able to network with if they join your association. Annual conference For many organizations (especially associations!),

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. One way to capture attendees’ attention and keep them glued is by adding an entertainment component to your online meetings and conferences. Champion, MSSA, CNM, Conference and Events Director, National WIC Association.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

The goal: If your organization offers certifications, continued education, or trainings as membership benefits, your leadership may want to boost involvement in these areas to grow non-dues revenue. Use your community to show members the courses and certifications available to them, then give them a place to discuss and meet fellow learners.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 25, 2017

A recent report on non-dues revenue indicates that in-person conferences and trade shows, job boards, and mailing list rentals are three of the most common non-dues revenue streams, making them great places for your association to start. The conference regularly generates 60 percent of their revenue. Social media advertising.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Furthermore, many professional organizations take pride in providing numerous meetings and conferences when instead they should focus on job opportunities, credentialing and certifications, Abila found. Email messages were the most popular, followed by e-newsletters. 1 communication tool. So what does this all mean?

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Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

A group of members beta-tested the community, and CXPA set to launch it alongside the annual conference, Insight Exchange, in May. After finding there wasn’t any software in the right price range, CXPA saw Higher Logic and partner eConverse’s web design in action at the annual Super Forum conference in 2015. CXPA community blogs.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Trade association events, like conferences and meetings, provide perfect opportunities for networking. Here are some of the opportunities trade associations offer for your professional growth: Conferences: These events provide a deep dive into learning and networking. They focus on specific challenges and best practices.

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WBT Systems

MAY 23, 2017

Attending virtual or in-person conferences, discussion groups, and book clubs. Every day, feature an article, video, or audio in your newsletter, on your website, or on the learner dashboard in your LMS that takes 5 minutes or less to digest: “If you only have 5 minutes, read (watch/listen to) this.”. Listening to podcasts.

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MARCH 29, 2019

MemberSuite has suggestions this week about improving your association’s certification application experience —and that also includes saving them time among other things. WBT Systems shares ten ways you can help members save time while engaging with your association. This is going to be a fascinating story to follow. Location: Arlington VA.

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MemberClicks

JUNE 13, 2023

The Scholar : They know knowledge is power and are constantly taking courses and gaining new certifications. Event management tools Conferences, expos, trade shows, fundraisers, annual meetings and more. Conference App will be your go-to for putting your events in the hands of your attendees. Their most loved tech?

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