Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 28, 2016

Q: Network: How do you help a wallflower, who’s not comfortable networking at a professional event, loosen up? Filed under: Best Practices , Learning Tagged: Arion Media Services , Carla Kalogeridis , Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , networking. Follow her on Twitter at @CarlaKalo.

Content 150

Content Tools Resources Examples 150

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 28, 2016

Sometimes the energy of a coffee shop helps me initially dive into content, but then I need to retreat to a quiet setting for focus. Network: Q: Tell us about one of your favorite personal or professional networks. Learn: Q: How do you learn best? In a coffee shop with lots of noise or in a quiet, library-like setting?

Content 100

Content Library California Boston 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Network: Q: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers. Filed under: Learning , Meetings Tagged: Event Garde-ian of the Month , Experience Grand Rapids , Google , knowledge transfer , Learning , Mary Manier , networking. Learn: Q: How do you learn best? A: I learn best in a quiet library-like setting.

Library 100

Library Content Certificate Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 28, 2016

Q: Network: Social media or face-to-face? Which form of networking is better and why? A: Although I’m a fan of social media for so many other reasons, when it comes to networking, I think I’ll forever be “old school” in thinking face-to-face is the best form of networking.

Content 100

Content Social Media Michigan Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 11, 2013

Considered Michigan’s premier education and networking event for professionals in the nonprofit sector, the conference will be held from July 8 to July 10 at the Kalamazoo Radisson. Of course there will be networking opportunities. They’ll have a strong network of colleagues with whom they’ll exchange stories of success and challenges.

Michigan 100

Michigan Education Conference Technology 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Network: Q: What’s your No. 1 networking trick? Filed under: Leadership , Meetings , Mentoring Tagged: Angie Ahrens , Connect Meetings , Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , mentoring , networking. Learn: Q: What’s your favorite part about learning something new? A: Passion hunting.

Content 100

Content Leadership Tools Resources 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

We plan events and programs with an emphasis on providing networking environments and opportunities for program attendees and participants. And individually, we belong to networks and organizations that enhance our personal and professional goals. A: Our commitment. Our commitment to people and relationships.

Content 100

Content Innovation Education Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 27, 2016

Q: Network: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers. A: I am a natural networker. Filed under: Leadership , Learning , Professional Development Tagged: Debra Zabloudil , Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , networking , The Learning Studio Inc. Which are you? .

Content 100

Content Library Certificate Leadership 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 30, 2016

Q: Network: Social media or face-to-face? Which form of networking is better and why? Filed under: Learning , Professional Development , Social Media , Young Professionals Tagged: AORE , Emily Thomas , Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , networking. Q: Learn: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about?

Content 100

Content Social Media Course Membership Management 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 31, 2016

Q: Network: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers. A: For those who don’t me, I come across incredibly outgoing and ready to pounce into any networking situation with a smile. Anytime I am able to add a delicious caramel latte into my study routine is a definite bonus!

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Certificate Library 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 30, 2016

Q: Network: What’s your No. 1 networking trick? A: I ask a lot of questions in an effort to learn about the person with whom I’m networking. Learning something new allows me to be creative in finding solutions for my clients and it helps me to see new perspectives and better relate to my clients and my world.

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Project 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 18, 2012

The annual conference finally draws to a close and the last thing on your mind is the resource and content treasures unearthed throughout the event. However, what I’m specifically talking about here is curating conference content that already exists. Aggregate social media content. Schedule follow-on education.

Member Engagement 100

Member Engagement Content Conference Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

A: Assuming there is a network, my iPhone with a really powerful external battery pack. A: Well, I just returned from Florida and got a bit too much sun, so I would be red with a cheery warm glow! Q: Think “Survivor” or another reality survival show. What would you chose for your one survival item, and why?

Content 100

Content Florida Software Innovation 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 17, 2012

At the other end of the spectrum, you have a television network like QVC. How could you effectively leverage this content (and curiosity) during your association’s major annual meeting? You may know that QVC is one of the largest multimedia retailers in the world. It broadcasts live in the U.S.

Social Media 100

Social Media Video Conference Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 6, 2014

The course content primarily focuses on two chapters of Professional Practices in Association Management, Second Edition : Chapter 26 on education programs and Chapter 32 on meeting planning and management. Deliver content. Make connections/networking. And most aren’t afforded a seat at the executive leadership table.

Education 100

Education Michigan Certificate Revenue 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

All this aside, while millennials crave technology, they still value face-to-face meetings – albeit with a different flare – and understand the importance of networking, according to a new report by Skift and Meetings Mean Business. In fact, hybrid meetings are becoming increasingly popular, but not just for attendees offsite.

millennials 100

millennials Social Media Report Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 7, 2015

Content curation. In a content curation process, a committee comprised of a cross-section of the organization’s key constituents first identifies the topics of greatest interest or concern to the industry. Via the content curation approach, speaker asks may be more deliberate (e.g.,

Committee 100

Committee Review Content Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

From education to content creation, we’ve had a successful year and have experienced tremendous growth. Thank you for trusting us to help you learn, network and transfer differently. And individually, we belong to networks and organizations that enhance our personal and professional goals. And we owe much of that to you.

Michigan 100

Michigan Newsletter Atlanta Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 20, 2015

While goal setting often occurs during an annual performance appraisal, the start of a new calendar year also lends itself to reevaluating learning plans for the development of skills, competencies and content expertise. Otherwise, time passes (quickly) and you discover that little has been accomplished or achieved.

Analysis 100

Analysis Project Team Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 10, 2016

One of the best benefits of attending professional events is networking – whether face to face or via social media. In other words, an event app mirrors an event-specific social networking platform. Access to presentations and other content. And it often starts before an event. Interactive case studies in the form of Q & As.

Social Media 100

Social Media Case Study Library Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Third: networking opportunities. First and foremost, organizations need to have a sharp, well-defined understanding of where members are in their career journey and cater their content and communication strategy to address the needs and desires of their members based on age and/or career stage,” Abila said. “A 1 communication tool.

millennials 100

millennials Social Media Communications Newsletter 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Early in the presentation, we discussed the expanding role of content curation and how it can serve as a valuable tool for associations who wish to make meaning of the sometimes excessive information, content and messaging they share with members. And it’s valuable because: We live in an era of content abundance. YouTube videos.

Content 100

Content Newsletter Social Media Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 12, 2016

One of the most valuable resources you have is your association’s e-learning content,” Abila wrote in its whitepaper. As the association industry continues to evolve, community engagement and networking among industry leaders will be key to success, which could include sharing of resources. So we’ve covered learning and networking.

Certificate 100

Certificate Revenue System millennials 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

According to a new Social Tables report , technological advances and social media have changed the way hotel sales teams network with meeting planners. Mimicking other industries, hotels are abuzz with content marketing. Regardless of size and space, hotels are investing in integrated digital content platforms.

Social Media 100

Social Media Software Report Technology 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 26, 2016

It is very acceptable at ASAE to switch sessions if the content or format doesn’t accommodate your learning style. Others feel more confident when networking with a buddy or even a small group. Think about how you best meet people and try to set yourself up for networking success before you even step in the room.

Utah 100

Utah Social Media Tips Price 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 25, 2013

That said, there are now opportunities to deliver content and an experience to members wherever they are and in ways they find convenient, affordable, engaging and valuable.”. This will be Robertson’s first time attending ORGPRO, and like many of you, she’s excited about learning, networking and socializing. Creative content.

Georgia 100

Georgia Atlanta Michigan Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 3, 2012

The onsite experience is generally most appealing because of the face-to-face engagement and inherent networking opportunities available. Therefore, the best way to keep participants engaged – and therefore the best way to demonstrate return on learning – is to give them something meaningful and constructive to do throughout the program.

Technology 100

Technology Social Media Video eBook 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 1, 2014

Value proposition – Every event comprises some combination of learning and networking. Sample content – Sometimes prospective attendees and their supervisors are looking for added insurance your event will be worth their time and money. contacts, ideas, goals, objectives) and the long-term (e.g.,

Sample 100

Sample Strategy Social Media Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 24, 2015

A MOOC is a social, networked learning experience that blends a subject matter expert (instructor), technology and convenience. But either way, MOOCs probably aren’t going anywhere, so it’s wise to take some tips from their success. So what’s a MOOC? In other words: a hybrid-learning format that appeals to today’s 24-7 learners.

Mooc 100

Mooc LMS Learning Management System Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Do you coach speakers beforehand to ensure accurate/engaging content? They’re content experts. But it’s the more seasoned and experienced content leader who can dump the script to meet the learners where they are, even if this means a little improv. I believe we’re at a crossroads.

North Carolina 100

North Carolina Class Content Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Allow people to skip the breakouts to go sit with people and network. mingle, network, do other work). Count those who visit the content afterwards (e.g., Take as much of the content as you legally can and give it back to the people who paid to come to the conference to read again, listen again or watch again.

Conference 100

Conference Case Study Video Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 17, 2015

But do not be afraid to hoist your boxes overhead and with a casual tilt, dump the contents for a fresh perspective on your organization’s programs and services. Using a convention as an example: 1) Identify: The “MUST haves” (education and networking). The “LIKE to haves” (that $30,000 ultra-luxe up-lit evening networking lounge).

Organization 100

Organization Association Management Course Review 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Part of the problem is traditional committee structure doesn’t allow for quick decision making, Engel said, and that doesn’t work when GenXers and millennials are accustomed to 24-7 information and networking. We get impatient. Think about it as bites of volunteer work: short-term projects, flexibility, ad-hoc committees and taskforces.

Michigan 100

Michigan Committee millennials Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

Back-to-back sessions, events and marketplace stalls, combined with networking and socializing, can undo even the most committed and skillful listeners. Make sure your MC provides the WIFM by building a connection between the speaker, the content of the session and your conference theme or organization’s mission.

Conference 180

Conference Communications Social Media Process 180

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 28, 2014

If something comes up, will the organizer provide content virtually? Once it’s determined virtual events are necessary, planners need to provide tailored content, specific for the web. Specifically, networking capabilities of an app are important to both groups, especially when it offers search functions so users can search by company.

Technology 100

Technology Social Media Survey Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Included here may be research time to develop unique content, custom Prezi or PowerPoint presentations, innovative instructional strategies, interactive learning exercises, engaging discussion topics and supplementary handouts. Receiving referrals for other speaking opportunities (assuming good service).

Tips 100

Tips Cost Video Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

Associations used to drive information and content out [to members]. Mobile allows the individual to [proactively] seek the content they really want from the organization and not have it pushed to them. Network with different people and attend different sessions.

Detroit 100

Detroit Communications Technology Leadership 100