YourMembership

MAY 22, 2017

During ASAE’s MM&C Conference earlier this month, association executives and industry partners took part in 24 learning labs, three keynotes, two preconference workshops and networked to up their game on digital, content and branding strategies. Although it’s not ASAE’s […].

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ISAE

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Mastering Leadership Communication to Connect with Members Whether you manage a social or professional fraternity or sorority, communicating with members should be one of your top priorities. With all your organization has to do on a daily basis, member engagement activities can unintentionally fall by the wayside.

Communications 52

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

In the digital landscape of 2017, online communities continue to make headway in the association market. Online communities help organizations to maximize retention rates, attract new members, and grow their relevancy. What makes a community necessary in today’s association world is the power of user insights.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 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. Engagement marketing. Chapter communications. Please email me if you have something to discuss. Board buy-in on tech.

Tools 272

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Is your marketing team hanging out at the North Pole while the membership group chills in Antarctica? If these two drivers of engagement are a world apart, it will be challenging to deliver the seamless experience customers expect from their favorite brands. There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers.

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Higher Logic

MAY 20, 2020

Check out these six ideas for creating engaging webinars that deliver a valuable experience to your association’s members: Create Educational Opportunities. Use Webinars to Communicate. Onboard New Members. We're doing weekly events, all about fostering deeper connections between you and your members.

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Revenue Learning Management System Member Engagement eBook 296

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

SMS marketing. Text Request explains how to create an SMS (text) strategy that aligns with your association’s marketing strategy. They also offer advice on building your subscriber list, sending effective SMS marketing campaigns and staying in compliance with regulations. Member recruitment. Staff meetings. Sponsorship.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Another take on the young professional recruitment challenge comes from James Young of Product Community. Although associations can offer opportunities for shared purpose and connections, they need to better understand this market segment and design a fresh value proposition for young professionals who want to engage in new ways.

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YourMembership

JUNE 12, 2012

I’ve written about personalizing the member experience for years now but Chris Brogan reminded me in his weekly newsletter just how far personalization can go. In his newsletter he wrote about how the folks at Social Media Camp in Victoria, British Columbia made his experience memorable. Leave a Reply. Name (required).

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Member Experience Newsletter Social Media Software 150

Reid All About it

JUNE 30, 2023

. – Corporate Partner Engagement for Nonprofits: Getting Started Corporate partnerships offer a significant source of funding and other resources, but they require careful planning, consistent communication, and a willingness to collaborate to achieve shared outcomes. More info/register. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Adobe’s recent study about email marketing revealed more about these reactions to personalization. After all, Accenture Innovative found that almost all consumers (91 percent) are more likely to shop with brands who personalize their experience. You’ve got a customer or member database that holds all your member information.

Marketing 149

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ewald Consulting describes how the Association of Workplace Investigators uses Local Circles to build connections and foster community among members and non-members. Marketing to younger generations. Trying to figure out how to market more effectively to Gen Z and millennials? More info/register. CAE credit. .

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ISAE

MAY 13, 2024

Thanks to positive market changes, members’ finances seem to be in a better place, which allows them to continue paying dues. However, there are a few factors that could be harming member engagement, retention, and overall growth. Another way to engage members is with interactive, hands-on learning experiences.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 24, 2023

They explain how to use AMS data for planning and marketing events. In a tough hiring market, you need to hold on to the talent you have. Reduce staff turnover by providing a more enjoyable, rewarding and humane work experience. Quick hits Can AI write thought leadership content for you? Association staff retention.

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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. Check out what James Young at Product Community has to say about building and using a community engagement funnel. Member app.

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Higher Logic

MAY 13, 2020

Maybe you’re struggling with: Retaining and recruiting more members. Communicating a compelling value proposition. Reach Your Association Members with the Benefits They Need. You can maximize their membership value by providing members with the connections and resources they care about the most, year-round.

Tools 296

Tools Communications Email Marketing Recruiting 296

Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 15, 2019

These three should be on your priority list to ensure a great member experience. Failing to keep up with technology may cause your organization to fall behind in its ability to deliver a great member experience. Keeping up with member expectations. Help members find answers through personalized content.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Besides facing competition from free online sources of continuing education and mentorship, it can also be a challenge for associations to communicate their value, especially when it comes to younger generations. Getting in front of target buyers and communicating value happen to be two of the main principles of the common sales process.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 15, 2021

The Gold Circle Awards recognize excellence in marketing, membership and communications efforts across 15 different categories, and highlight the important role these campaigns have in moving associations forward. Content/education strategy. 17+ free ways to get more traffic to your content. Quick hits. 1 CAE credit.

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Rebound in Member Growth After a decline in 2021 and 2022, associations are witnessing a significant rebound, with member growth rates reaching their highest since 2016. The MGI 2023 Membership Marketing Survey found that 49% of associations report growth, contrasting to 26% in 2021.

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Revenue FAQ Innovation Member Experience 72

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

One of the most effective ways to recruit new members is to let them know about your benefits. That means clearly communicating your organization’s value proposition. To articulate your value proposition to current and prospective members, you need to build a membership marketing strategy to spread the word.

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Marketing Strategy Tips Email Marketing 98

Nimble AMS

MARCH 30, 2023

An AMS assists in data management and reporting, optimizing sales and marketing efforts, and streamlining member payments and e-commerce initiatives. If your organization wants to improve staff processes, enhance the member experience, and boost your ROI, choosing an AMS will give you a competitive edge.

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Software Member Experience Technology Certificate 137

Association Freak

MARCH 2, 2024

REBOUND IN MEMBER GROWTH After a decline in 2021 and 2022, associations are witnessing a significant rebound, with member growth rates reaching their highest since 2016. The MGI 2023 Membership Marketing Survey found that 49% of associations report growth, contrasting to 26% in 2021.

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Optimist Consulting

MAY 31, 2016

I was delighted to recently present at CHASE on how to develop your membership marketing strategy and plan. These are the most commonly used channels: Direct marketing: Member emails, hard copy mailings, SMS/instant messages, and via direct marketing from partnerships you may have (if opted in).

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Far from being just another tech trend, AI has become a fundamental element of our strategic toolkit, revolutionizing how we interact with members, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions. The chatbot managed to reduce incoming member service calls by 30%, significantly improving response times and member satisfaction.

Association Management 72

Association Management Analysis Member Engagement Strategy 72

Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

In order to recruit new members, associations need to provide a unique value proposition , something compelling enough that people see value in paying for membership on their own or asking their company to sponsor their membership. Where community fits in: Be your industry’s thought leader. Use community to reach future members.

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Social Media Tools Member Engagement Revenue 254

Higher Logic

MARCH 27, 2020

Strategist, and Tara Pawlak, Community Brands Director of Marketing, shared top strategies that associations are using to grow their young professional membership, including: Young member priorities, like job opportunities and professional development. Personalizing your communications during recruitment and retention.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 15, 2019

The member experience ebbs and flows with activity throughout the year, which is why a content calendar can help you plan for member engagements in 2019. The key benefit of a content calendar is that it helps association staff to collaborate and coordinate on a variety of engagement opportunities.

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Higher Logic

JUNE 26, 2020

They sent one-off emails where needed and the same content to everyone due to technology and staff limitations. To be effective today, the association knew they needed a member communication strategy that delivered a personal and valuable experience to members. Campaign #1: Onboarding New Association Members.

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Recruiting Recruitment Email Marketing Communications 156

Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… ChatGPT. WBT Systems explains how you can use ChatGPT to manage and market your association’s education programs. Content marketing. You need a content marketing ecosystem to support them. Membership engagement.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 30, 2023

And the more you’re able to understand member behavior, the better able you are to create an experience that meets their needs. Let’s break down several scenarios to show how data analytics can help improve the member experience.

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Member Experience Analysis Course Survey 321

Higher Logic

MAY 16, 2019

Technology also plays an increasingly important role to enable our organizations to better understand our members, and personalize marketing, communications, and member services. It’s the key to enhancing and increasing the value your organization offers to members. Experience.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

When it comes to marketing, an in-your-face approach is a common one—think loud TV commercials or emails aggressively pushing a product. But these mass marketing techniques are no longer effective , argues Mahnoor Sheikh on the Sprout Social blog. And this is exactly why brands are embracing inbound marketing.”. Sheikh says.

Marketing 73

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Reid All About it

JULY 7, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… A month from now, many of us will be at ASAE Annual in Atlanta. Check out the content lineup if you haven’t already. Hear about newsletter best practices to increase engagement and curate outside content. AI and event planning. 1 CAE credit.

Tools 195

Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

Associations Now

APRIL 7, 2020

Also: how data visualization can improve the member experience. But effectively communicating takes more than public speaking skills. Trust is a critical element in effective communications. A recent post from Billhighway offers communication guidelines for unusual times.

Communications 59

Communications LMS Guidelines Software 59

Associations Now

MAY 1, 2023

Knowing how members prefer to receive communication is important for associations on several fronts, especially when it’s renewal time. That’s why approaching the renewal process with members in mind can help groups build a more successful campaign. Complicating the process may lead members to put their renewal off until later.

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Communications Content Report Process 108

Reid All About it

JULY 2, 2021

. – Creating your Content Stream—from Marketing to Sales to Programs. Content is key to marketing and sales success across the entire member lifecycle from prospect to paying member to actively engaged volunteer and leader. Community Case Studies. Host: American Marketing Association.

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