Association Success

OCTOBER 15, 2020

According to a November 2016 report , revenues from membership dues were down to 45% of total revenue for trade associations and a meager 30% for professional associations. Advances in technology have opened new doors of opportunity to drive non-dues revenue. Talk about your association and its particular industry and benefits.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 24, 2017

There are lots of great ideas in this collection, and one theme that runs through the collection is that of innovative association education and certification programs that have been tailored to the specific needs or interests of the association membership. Best Benefit Ever = Association Education and Certification Programs.

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Crowd Wisdom

JULY 27, 2023

Today, mounting financial pressures are leading associations to seek new ways to generate non-dues revenue. According to Community Brands research, association professionals plan to turn to new forms of non-dues revenue to address any revenue losses, with 68% prioritizing increasing non-dues revenue at their organizations.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

and relying on a single revenue stream is too risky. This is where non-dues revenue comes into play. By generating non-dues revenue, you can: Grow your association’s revenue Avoid implementing higher membership dues Diversify your revenue streams. What is Non-Dues Revenue? But remember: no size fits all.

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Blue Sky eLearn

MAY 13, 2019

Associations are always looking for new and creative ways to drive additional non-dues revenue. At a recent Association SIG Summit, Blue Sky Client Success Manager, Kara Adams, joined a group of association executives as they crowdsourced ideas to drive non-dues revenue. Anything you think we are missing? Comment below! Sponsorships.

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Association Success

APRIL 18, 2019

Associations are stronger together, how can they collaborate to create a place to develop, provide, and update certifications? health system), who is to say that the association industry won’t also experience a massively disruptive market entrant? Their talent solutions revenue is growing rapidly (see graphs below).

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Freestone

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Is your organization looking for tips to generate end-of-year revenue? You’re not alone. Community Brands reports that while professional development contributes to a small amount of non-dues revenue, 51% of members want training opportunities and certifications or credentials.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

Additionally, the team was able to leverage certifications, one of which is a Workforce-ready certificate designed for members who are new to the industry. For instance, at IAEE the team started with student members who could be interested in the Workforce-ready Certificate.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 8, 2024

Have you registered for one of the most exciting events in the association industry? Join Community Brands experts and industry peers to explore exciting product features and the latest technological innovations designed for associations and event professionals. You won’t want to miss Xperience 2024 in Las Vegas on September 23-26!

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

They explain how to develop a content strategy, know when it’s time for a redesign, decrease costs and increase revenue. Today, It’s not just your industry-leading info, your subject matter experts and your networking opportunities. Print magazines. Generation Z. Why Do Your Members Need Your Association? More info/register. .

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Crowd Wisdom

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Members look to your association to be a leader, especially when it comes to continuing education, certifications, and credentials. According to the latest Community Brands research, 51% of members prioritize both training opportunities and certifications or credentials as a top membership benefit. We’re here to help! Digital Badging.

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SBI

OCTOBER 11, 2020

When it comes to credentialing and certification programs, there are many advantages awarded to both the association and the professionals who pursue them. Here are a few things your association can do to build and maintain a strong certification program. The certification should have a clear, easy-to-understand value proposition.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Industry careers website. Once again, I’m asking for good examples of association (or association foundation) websites that feature an industry careers section. This page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry is an example of what I mean.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Whether it’s for prestige, a salary bump or a resume builder, people from all industries seek out certification programs. So it’s a safe bet that just about every industry has them. But the question is, should your association offer certification programs? Increasing revenue is a good goal to have, but it takes time.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

.* – Consultant Open House in the Association Marketplace Come explore this new space for Association Professionals to connect with colleagues, learn about what’s new in the industry, and share their expertise and experience. Bring your ideas for adding value to your professional life. More info/register. More info/register.

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AssociationChat

MARCH 29, 2021

Sure the events industry is upside-down, and, once again, associations are scrambling for new ways to monetize that profound — but sometimes ineffable — quality they bring to their industries. Ecommerce sales are just one of the forms of non-dues revenue associations are gleaning from their AMSs. Yep, some things never change.).

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NXUnite

MARCH 18, 2024

Q&A sessions: Interactive question-and-answer sessions provide members with the chance to engage directly with subject matter experts or industry leaders. Offer certification programs. As members pursue and achieve certifications, they become advocates and ambassadors, further strengthening your community and influence.

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Ewald Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2022

Here’s why you need to keep up with those changes… Traditionally, many associations rely on revenue from at least one major conference or event each year. That means fewer in-person conferences and, potentially, reduced revenue for your association. Do certificate programs offer the same specialization? Not a chance.

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Protech

OCTOBER 13, 2020

2020 has delivered a significant financial impact across industries, and associations and nonprofits have been hit by the disruptions in every possible way. We’ve seen reductions in revenue from all sources, including giving, grants, services, and events. Providing contextual information for professional certifications.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. Our panel draws on their experience with certification organizations as psychometricians, vendors, and the chair of the I.C.E.’s CAE credits.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Does your association have a career section for people curious about entering your industry or profession? I love this page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry. One difference this year: “For the first time in the survey’s history, the challenge of generating non-dues revenue topped all other obstacles faced by associations.”

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Aptify

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Increase revenue – As the go-to place for professional education in your industry, you can drive non-dues revenue through sales of educational content and increase membership dues revenue as you attract and retain more members.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you feel like you’ve been seeing more press about microcredentials lately, it’s because researchers see growing support from employers and learners, and higher education sees the potential for revenue and renewed relevance. You’ve got a LOT of competition from a variety of industry sources. Credit card processors.

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Leading Learning

MAY 19, 2022

So is non-dues revenue. Even if our per-course price is okay (neurosis are hard to let go of), what would a customer have to pay us to get all the credits they need in a year or over a two- to three-year licensure or certification interval? That means more learners, learners have access to more learning, and revenue starts adding up.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Benefits like training, certifications and credentials, fueling industry growth, advocacy, and help with career advancement are all up significantly from last year. Associations overestimate the importance of events Meetings, events, and tradeshows continue to be a large source of revenue for membership organizations.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Associations have to adapt to new member expectations, advancing technology and the shifting needs of their industries. Driven by a change in what members want and are willing to pay for, associations are seeing changes in their key revenue streams, including which income sources sustain their organizations.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2023

Matchbox Virtual Media asks for your participation in a survey that explores how the use of online experiences by associations for membership engagement, education, revenue growth, and other purposes has evolved in recent times. The Community Check-In A weekly community chat on Slack for black professionals working in the events industry.

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Potomac Core

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Associations who are Funding Industry Innovation can position themselves as essential partners in helping members achieve business outcomes. Once an organization reaches this point they move to what’s becoming a new trend where Associations are funding Industry Innovation. Driving Industry Business Outcomes.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 17, 2023

Association revenue. Professionals for Association Revenue released their Association Business Development Landscape Survey report. In today’s environment, hot-button issues threaten to anger, divide or frustrate portions of your members, regardless of whether those issues are relevant to your industry. More info/register.

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YourMembership

MARCH 13, 2014

This article originally appeared in the January/February edition of ASAE’s “Associations Now – Great Ideas from Industry Partners.” Many associations already use a variety of programs to generate non-dues revenue, among the most common being: Annual Sponsorships. Conference and Meeting Fees. Buyer’s Guides.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 24, 2023

Non-dues revenue. A survey conducted by the Professionals for Association Revenue (PAR) revealed that 86% of associations said their business development strategy is underperforming or non-existent. PAR explains why a business development strategy is vital to association revenue health. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. . –

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Doing so created a new source of nondues revenue for the association. Whether it’s webinars on hot topics facing your industries or certifications aimed at helping bolster the skills of industry professionals, associations are in the job of educating. They can also choose to charge for it or not. Keep your brand in mind.

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YourMembership

MAY 2, 2017

Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) provides veterinary management professionals ongoing education, certifications, and networking opportunities. How one association went from a low-cost email marketing program to a more efficient process and better data quality to streamline membership renewal campaigns. VHMA was […].

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Associations Now

MAY 21, 2019

That’s especially true for associations with declining dues revenue. Taking some time to brainstorm with members provides them a stimulating engagement opportunity and could generate ideas for contributing additional nondues revenue to your organization’s bottom line. Supplemental Education. Podcasting.

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Membersuite

MAY 17, 2022

Many of MemberSuite’s customers, which I’ve been fortunate to work with to implement their credentialing needs in the last six years, knew the importance and value of these types of programs early on—that’s why we created a highly configurable certification management solution as part of our baseline offering.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Example: Using more advanced learning analytics, one association was able uncover that the courses they offered with industry certifications had significantly higher completion rates than those without. Armed with this insight, they began to expand their certification offerings and saw a boost in learner engagement and satisfaction.

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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. By making learning flexible, you can also reach non-members, boosting recruitment and driving non-dues revenue.

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