Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

The demographic shifts, revamped business models, digitization of products, rise in big data analytics and new forms of competition require organizations to fuel perpetual skill upgrades,” King said in her new whitepaper. “HR Break down the silos between talent management and learning.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

But that’s not the case for associations across the board, according to a new benchmark report by Mariner Management and Marketing. At the same time, the central organization frequently offers promotion assistance for events and meetings and helps with database management. And so, for me, my chapter is of the utmost value.

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America Michigan Report Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

The demographic shifts, revamped business models, digitization of products, rise in big data analytics and new forms of competition require organizations to fuel perpetual skill upgrades,” King said in her new whitepaper. “HR Break down the silos between talent management and learning.

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LMS Education Class Innovation 183

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

As a former journalist, I love data. And trend data are even better. To meet member needs and stay out in front of the competition, you need to arm yourself with real data targeted to help you grow your programs.” I’m sure the trends and data provided in the report will provide future blog fodder.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 11, 2014

As a working mom, it’s sometimes hard to manage professional and personal commitments, but new federal government data suggest that we working moms volunteer the most. Data were collected through a supplement to the September 2013 Current Population Survey, sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 2, 2013

Alex Kontras , a data manager for the City of Grand Rapids, and I were delighted to author this report. Likewise, it was edited by Kristen Parker , a media communications manager for Michigan State University. In a nutshell, The Meetings Report strives to describe the state of the Michigan association meetings industry.

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Michigan Atlanta Education Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 19, 2016

Friday is Earth Day, so in anticipation of all things sustainability, let’s take a look at the Green Venue Report 2015 , produced by Greenview and Twirl Management. 70 percent have a dedicated sustainability coordinator or sustainability manager on staff. Data aren’t consistent and standards are lacking.

Michigan 100

Michigan Report Communications Certificate 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 19, 2016

Friday is Earth Day, so in anticipation of all things sustainability, let’s take a look at the Green Venue Report 2015 , produced by Greenview and Twirl Management. 70 percent have a dedicated sustainability coordinator or sustainability manager on staff. Data aren’t consistent and standards are lacking.

Michigan 100

Michigan Report Communications Certificate 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 10, 2016

An event app provides community managers countless opportunities to build an audience before the event, engage during and keep engagement thriving long after the event has come to an end.”. At the same time, apps allow event planners to gather and analyze data. Event apps allow attendees to check in to events and post status updates.

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Social Media Case Study Library Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

The problem: A one-size-fits-all approach to association management and communication doesn’t work, but associations aren’t always good at segmenting their memberships. Abila offers some tips: An association should explore data within its AMS to identify new segments of its membership.

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millennials Social Media Communications Newsletter 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 21, 2014

He has four years’ experience helping associations with member surveys and data. But often, this key element of association management is overlooked. From data collection to analysis. The brain always knows what the body is doing, but when it comes to association management, sometimes the brain needs a road map.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 12, 2015

Research suggests the event management industry is filled with left-brained thinkers. Here’s a good summary from Cathy Key in a recent Event Manager blog post : Left-brained people tend to be detail oriented and thrive on data. And so, event management teams should comprise both types of thinkers.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 25, 2014

One suggestion is to look at the data from your Google Analytics account and the association’s learning management system (LMS) to determine which courses are least popular among members. Pre-plan your content’s maintenance schedule and decide how you’ll determine when the content has “expired.”

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Learning Management System LMS Education Course 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Last week, I wrote about the whitepaper “ The Mission Driven Volunteer ” by Elizabeth Engel , CEO and chief strategist of Spark Consulting, LLC, and Peggy Hoffman , president of Mariner Management and Marketing. Peggy Hoffman, president of Mariner Management and Marketing, LLC. It’s important to help others. Feel compassion for others.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 14, 2015

About 60 percent of respondents to our latest unscientific reader poll said they’ve encountered more surprises in technology over the past 12 months than in any other area of association management. That includes membership growth, non-dues revenue, social media and Big Data.

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Social Media Revenue Technology Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 18, 2013

In my opinion, this isn’t a job only for the senior management team. If only we could leverage the right data to elevate the quality and sophistication of our programs, build the reputation of our signature events, improve our bottom lines and enhance member outcomes. What is the first step in initiating this type of audit?

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

In a June 1 Associations Now story , industry professionals linked data breach mistakes to employee error. While the attacks have targeted big businesses and corporations, associations, small businesses and nonprofits aren’t immune to security breaches, association experts have said. But most don’t.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

She and Peggy Hoffman , president of Mariner Management and Marketing, LLC , recently co-authored a whitepaper, “ The Mission Driven Volunteer.”. Peggy Hoffman, president of Mariner Management and Marketing, LLC. So that’s why associations must embrace mission-driving volunteering, Engel said.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 6, 2013

Marketers must have strong implementation and project management skills. Data analyst. You can read the full “Associations Now” article here , but following is a quick summary of just some of the roles marketers are now expected to play: Channel expert. Implementer. Brand champion.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 8, 2014

Gas was, well, relatively affordable, grocery bills were somewhat manageable and people were working. Association Laboratory provides suggestions on how to use the data and recommendations. Things were humming along pretty well a few years ago. And then 2007 hit. Stocks and investments plummeted. Luxuries fell by the wayside.

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Maine Marketing Strategy Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

If you’d like to contribute, please contact Kristen Parker, digital content manager for Event Garde LLC , at Kristen@eventgarde.com. From air traffic controllers to businesses to Head Start and Meals on Wheels , nonprofits sent volunteers, activists and cold, hard data to D.C. Julie Shoop, editor of Associations Now.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 22, 2014

Membership may be growing, but data seem to suggest new members – not renewals – account for that. Most associations reported their communications staff manages social media accounts. But membership renewals seem to present separate challenges. On average, associations send their members about four emails per week.

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Social Media Recruiting Recruitment Report 100