Nimble AMS

AUGUST 8, 2022

But according to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study , only 39% of association professionals have one! While data analytics might be communicated as a high priority, the surveyed association professionals report their confidence in the state of their member data remains weak. Download now.

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NXUnite

OCTOBER 19, 2023

They mean that, in your search for innovative fundraising strategies to engage your organization’s supporters and boost your revenue generation, you should consider tapping into the power of online shopping! Once your partner program’s experts walk you through a simple onboarding process, your fundraiser will basically run itself.

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Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

Amith Nagarajan at Sidecar explains the basics of API —“the communication bridge between different software applications”—the problem with misleading “integrates with anything” claims and questions to ask vendors during the software evaluation process. State of the association industry. No plan, no progress. 1 CAE credit.

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WBT Systems

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

A sunset review process provides guidance (and cover) for these difficult decisions. Data is both the red flag and the evidence you’ll need during the sunset review process. Many associations put all their products, services, programs, and even committees through a sunset review process. Develop an internal communication plan.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 28, 2022

According to the Community Brands Study, there’s a direct correlation between innovative technology and member satisfaction. An AMS should help your association manage membership records, optimize marketing and sales efforts, streamline communication campaigns, and other important office tasks. Plus, our staff is happy.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

When done well, a smooth registration and check-in process whisks attendees into the event in the right spirit, impressed, engaged and informed on what's to come. However, many lump check-in information into other event communications, rely upon auto-generated registration notices — or simply leave check-in reminders to event sponsors.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 23, 2020

One of the main functions of an association is facilitating the professional development of your members. This could mean providing networking opportunities ( maybe through an online member community ), posting job openings, and even providing continuing education (CE) programs. Efficient, specific communication.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 17, 2023

The main event was chicken (instead of veal) piccata with steamed asparagus (another menu deviation because, oh my, I knew asparagus in that sauce would be so good and it was) and bucatini amatriciana. We started with crostini topped with a spread made from cannellini beans, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, basil pesto, salt and pepper.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “The main hope of a nation lies in the proper education of its youth.” Is it a system, a process, a style, a tool, or software? Erasmus Podcasts. More info/register. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

They explain why and how to get buy-in from staff and executives, how to manage an implementation when you barely have time for your real job, and why you should focus on business outcomes, not processes. Open Space events. Here’s a cure for boring conferences. Letting Go! 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Your registration process is unnecessarily cumbersome. Communication and Community during Challenging Times: A Media Perspective. Learn about the strategies that have been successful in communicating sensitive and dynamic information to audiences while at the same time, fostering a sense of community. 1 CMP credit.

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Reid All About it

JULY 17, 2020

We’re in unchartered territories and not only will our budgets look different moving forward, our budgeting processes likely will as well. Learn three key concepts to help you prepare for the upcoming budgeting process. 1 CMP credit. More info/register (fee for non-MPI members). CAE credit. More info/register. Host: The Next Steps LLC.

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Higher Logic

AUGUST 18, 2016

In order to engage everyone, you need to create a distinctive and original experience that allows everyone to better function, create and innovate. And if customers can effectively function, create and innovate with each other online, imagine the ripple effects throughout their experience -- and your organization -- offline.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Digital communication is great, but print publications can also lead to organizational growth and extended reach. We know digital communications are all the rage. Getting your organization’s story circulating throughout the community in a physical, tangible way is invaluable,” says Hannah Trull in a post for Nonprofit Hub.

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Mariner Management

JULY 15, 2020

After all, they are the main member recruiting channel. Establish DEI grants to help chapters try innovative solutions. Note: Expect blowback so be prepared and stand firm in communications. . T arget to different member segments and add training on DEI related skills/processes. .

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Association TRENDS

APRIL 6, 2020

Consider including decision-makers from program management, membership, advocacy, communications, accounting, and information technology. What changes to business processes do you anticipate? Throughout the process, ensure that you: Rally around key points and expand on them conversationally. Communicate the Changes.

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Optimist Consulting

MAY 13, 2015

Just to recap, crowdsourcing is defined by crowdsourcingweek.com as: “the practice of engaging a ‘crowd’ or group for a common goal – often innovation, problem solving, or efficiency.”. As mentioned above, the majority of crowdsourcing is done via the internet; the main reason being it opens you up to a wider audience.

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Optimist Consulting

MAY 13, 2015

Just to recap, crowdsourcing is defined by crowdsourcingweek.com as: “the practice of engaging a ‘crowd’ or group for a common goal – often innovation, problem solving, or efficiency.”. As mentioned above, the majority of crowdsourcing is done via the internet; the main reason being it opens you up to a wider audience.

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Optimist Consulting

MAY 13, 2015

Just to recap, crowdsourcing is defined by crowdsourcingweek.com as: “the practice of engaging a ‘crowd’ or group for a common goal – often innovation, problem solving, or efficiency.”. As mentioned above, the majority of crowdsourcing is done via the internet; the main reason being it opens you up to a wider audience.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Thought-leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners are always looking for innovative ways to adapt to the challenges of working remotely, all while trying to grow their skills and projects. Topics include business strategy and innovations, thought leadership,business practices, HR, TED talks, economy, renewals, eCommerce, and DEI.

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The Hourglass Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Recipes for Innovation. He has designed some very innovative tools.and created innovative designs for traditional tools. On one wall -they shared his princples of good design.thought there might be some relevance to your interest in innovation. good design is innovative.

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The Hourglass Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Innovation = Creativity x Execution. This is a fantastic post on innovation from Vijay Govindarajan , co-author of the new book, The Other Side of Innovation: Solving the Execution Challenge. Simple and effective in underscoring the importance of execution in any innovation effort.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Learn how new, property-driven safety requirements have changed the operating processes on-site so you can adapt your planning accordingly. Find out how to apply the three cornerstones of a culture of engagement and understand the main reasons your good employees leave. Mon 11/29 at 1 p.m. Intel From On-site (30-Minute Monday).

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The Hourglass Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Clinic of Innovation. Heres another fascinating post about innovation from the HBR blog. It describes the first-of-its-kind "Clinic of Innovation" at Oslo University Hospital--an internal unit within the hospital that is set-up to work like an outpatient health clinic.

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The Hourglass Blog

JULY 17, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Principles of Innovation. The fourth meeting of the WSAE Innovation Task Force was held on July 16, 2010. For those of you new to this conversation, Im heading up an effort for my state society to define an evidence-based model of innovation for the association community.

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The Hourglass Blog

MAY 21, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Innovation Problem for Associations. “ Six Design Principles for Business-Model Innovation ” provides association executives with his usual thought-provoking push into territories we should really be spending more of our time in—but often don’t. Saturday, May 21, 2011.

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The Hourglass Blog

JUNE 5, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Real-World Innovation for Associations. I accepted an invitation from a national professional society to present the information we have developed on innovation in associations at their Board retreat, and help them determine how it applied to them and what specific steps they should take.

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The Hourglass Blog

APRIL 21, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Learning Innovation from the Mayo Clinic. Heres another great HBR post describing another set of "principles of innovation." The HBR post describes several strategies employed by the very famous and very innovative Mayo Clinic. Combination Innovation. Thursday, April 21, 2011.

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The Hourglass Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. A Prescription for Innovation. This is part of an on-going dialogue between Eric Lanke and Jeff De Cagna on the work of the WSAE Innovation Task Force and the status of innovation in the association community. Hence our generic definition of innovation.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 7, 2018

But more recently, Doyle says, companies in other sectors and cities have come on board, diversifying the association’s member community. A lot of these innovations are coming out of startups, so we really had to refocus on members. For decades, RIA focused mainly on the auto industry in Detroit. Expanded meeting experiences.

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The Hourglass Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Whats Your Innovation Readiness? The Innovation Task Force of the Wisconsin Society of Association Executives (which I chair), is trying to develop an assessment tool for association executives to use in determining the "innovation readiness" of their associations. For Part 1 go here.

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The Hourglass Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Whats Your Innovation Readiness? The Innovation Task Force of the Wisconsin Society of Association Executives (which I chair), is trying to develop an assessment tool for association executives to use in determining the "innovation readiness" of their associations. For Part 2 go here.

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The Hourglass Blog

JANUARY 31, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Innovation Hub for Associations. Ive been blogging about my work with the Innovation Task Force of the Wisconsin Society of Association Executives for a while now. Its called the Innovation Hub for Associations , and can be accessed here. Labels: Innovation , WSAE. at 9:18 PM.

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The Hourglass Blog

JANUARY 26, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Innovating 20% of the Time. Chris Trimble is skeptical of Googles 20% time--their stated practice of encouraging individuals to spend 20 percent of their time pursuing innovative projects of their own inspiration. And execution, as Trimble says, is the other side of innovation. Innovation.

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The Hourglass Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Unsung Heroes of Innovation. Heres an interesting post on innovation from the Harvard Business Review. In it, Columbia Business School Professor Rita McGrath shares her insights on what makes innovation work in many of the companies shes observed. Monday, August 16, 2010.

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The Hourglass Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2011

skip to main | skip to sidebar. Why Innovation is Hard. A little over a month ago I attended WSAEs National Summit on Innovation for Associations. A little over a month ago I attended WSAEs National Summit on Innovation for Associations. He adeptly focused our attention on forming new peer networks for innovation.

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Association Success

DECEMBER 10, 2018

When I was researching my book Talent Generation, one of the main conclusions I came to was that we have been operating for quite some time according to a 20th century mindset: this idea of hierarchy and structures and processes and people keeping jobs only because they need the work. We have experienced a culture shift.

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