Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 30, 2016

Educators should develop a better understanding of what students need to be learning, and then connect those learning outcomes to employment, they said. Professionalize content development and delivery. You are just at the beginning of an exciting and accelerating lifelong learning process. Clearly define career pathways.

Education 180

Education Mooc millennials Certificate 180

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

When working on complex engagements like strategic planning or developing membership value propositions, the ability of the board of directors to think and, through the staff, act strategically has consistently resulted in superior decisions,” said Dean West , president and founder of Association Laboratory Inc.

Strategy 185

Strategy Leadership Analysis Survey 185

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 19, 2015

We all know professional development is important. Institutional capabilities are all skills, processes, tools and systems that an organization uses as a whole to drive meaningful business results. They also indicate a lack of resources for developing programs and implementing efforts. So the WHY is covered. But the HOW….that’s

Survey 100

Survey Class Tools Resources 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 9, 2016

We had seven cities that were finalists in our selection process, and each one did a fantastic job. Filed under: Associations , Meetings , Professional Development , Social Media Tagged: #ASAE16 , ASAE , ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition , Chicago , knowledge transfer , Learning , networking , Salt Lake City , Twitter.

Las Vegas 154

Las Vegas Chicago Columbus Atlanta 154

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 28, 2016

I focus on eating non-processed foods without all the fillers and preservatives. Filed under: Best Practices , Learning , Professional Development , Social Media Tagged: Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , MSAE , networking , Stephanie Wohlfert.

Content 189

Content Social Media Michigan Industry 189

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

You can facilitate a glitch-free learning and transfer process by adopting these measures even before the training program starts. Establish a clear association between company business goals and the skills learners will develop by the time they complete the course. The learning process continues long after the training is over.

Organization 113

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 113

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 9, 2012

As part of my ongoing series titled “Achieve More,” I’m profiling this month the role of research in the development of compelling educational experiences that inspire learning, engagement and community. The second is much more traditional in his/her approach to the development and delivery of content. Identify actionable next steps.

Strategy 100

Strategy Blended Learning Survey Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Their professionalism and dedication to delivering a thorough and comprehensive analysis of our team’s annual conference planning process was present from start to finish. … – Jean Jernigan, vice president of business development, Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants. Remember: Voting ends Feb.

Michigan 100

Michigan Metro Detroit Atlanta 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

It started like any other professional development experience. Interestingly enough, this course aligned with Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction , a systematic instructional design process (which I quite enjoy!) What’s been your experience with out-of-the-box professional development opportunities?

Handbook 100

Handbook Course Education Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

You can facilitate a glitch-free learning and transfer process by adopting these measures even before the training program starts. Establish a clear association between company business goals and the skills learners will develop by the time they complete the course. The learning process continues long after the training is over.

Organization 100

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

The International Listening Association defines listening as “the process of receiving, constructing meaning from and responding to spoken and or nonverbal messages.” As part of the conference registration process, get people thinking about their listening goals. Listening is a powerful relationship development tool.

Conference 100

Conference Communications Social Media Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 23, 2015

What if, instead of viewing members as passive consumers of our benefits and programs, we worked with them as co-developers of the value our associations provide? The most engaged members are those who feel you truly care about their personal and professional development. And yes, sometimes this means competition.

Products 100

Products Innovation Revenue Member Engagement 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 20, 2015

Also on my mind is the professional development of both my staff and me. 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.

Analysis 100

Analysis Project Team Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

When working on complex engagements like strategic planning or developing membership value propositions, the ability of the board of directors to think and, through the staff, act strategically has consistently resulted in superior decisions,” said Dean West , president and founder of Association Laboratory Inc.

Strategy 100

Strategy Leadership Analysis Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 9, 2016

We had seven cities that were finalists in our selection process, and each one did a fantastic job. Filed under: Associations , Meetings , Professional Development , Social Media Tagged: #ASAE16 , ASAE , ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition , Chicago , knowledge transfer , Learning , networking , Salt Lake City , Twitter.

Las Vegas 100

Las Vegas Chicago Columbus Atlanta 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 24, 2015

Associations need three things: people (SMEs, instructional designers, LMS administrators), processes (course development, marketing) and technology (video, left-navigation layout). Transform ‘free’ into ‘freemium’ by offering a MOOC as a small piece of a larger professional development and certification puzzle.”.

Mooc 100

Mooc LMS Learning Management System Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Bottom line: Embed choices into the learning process, even if they don’t seem meaningful. Filed under: Learning , Professional Development Tagged: Learning , Professional Development , Rapid Learning Institute , research , Stephen Meyer , training.

Sample 100

Sample Cost Education Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 18, 2013

Henry Center for Executive Development at Michigan State University, and Aaron Wolowiec, founder and president of Event Garde. Facilitators Cassandra Jorae, from the Michigan Economic Development Corp., Participants who request a mentor during the registration process will be paired with a volunteer mentor prior to arrival.

Michigan 100

Michigan Member Engagement Conference Tips 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 25, 2012

I had the pleasure of developing content for a trend that’s near and dear to my heart: Innovative and Interactive Learning Formats. In most cases, we’ve got the RFP process all wrong. Filed under: Innovation , Learning , Meetings , Professional Development. Why is it hot? Resources for more information.

Innovation 100

Innovation Michigan Social Media Strategy 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

For example, here are four of the cultural building blocks on which we collect data in the survey: If a process, procedure or approach is not working, we can correct it with ease. Suddenly, the traditional staff vs. volunteer battles would go away, because you’d all clearly be part of the same culture.

Survey 164

Survey Leadership Recruiting Recruitment 164

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 2, 2012

As part of my ongoing series titled “Achieve More,” I’m profiling this month the role of collaboration in the development of dynamic, meaningful, and compelling education and networking experiences. Interestingly enough, collaboration is defined as the act or process of collaborating , as well as the product resulting from collaboration.

Michigan 100

Michigan Innovation Leadership Newsletter 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 3, 2012

I’m fortunate to have had the opportunity to develop a set of concurrent breakout sessions that everyone will participate in Wednesday morning called, “ The Solution Room.”. tools, technologies and processes), association contacts, vendor contacts, best practices and skill development. culture, reputation and productivity).

Indiana 100

Indiana Michigan Cost Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 28, 2016

I focus on eating non-processed foods without all the fillers and preservatives. Filed under: Best Practices , Learning , Professional Development , Social Media Tagged: Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , MSAE , networking , Stephanie Wohlfert.

Content 100

Content Social Media Michigan Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Now in the role of conventions and exhibitions manager, I’m looking forward to being involved in the full process and experience again. Filed under: Professional Development. I missed it, yet was able to work with some of my clients on small bits and pieces of their conferences. Q: Give us one little known fact about you.

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Conference Team 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 31, 2016

What I am enjoying most about this process is finding opportunities to apply what I am learning as I go. Filed under: Associations , Learning , Professional Development Tagged: certification , Elyse Kopietz , Event Gardeian of the Month , knowledge transfer , Learning , Michigan Manufacturers Association , networking.

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Certificate Library 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 17, 2012

They’re also moving at a faster pace and have limited dollars to spend on professional development. Note: I could never credit every individual or organization that’s had a hand in developing and shaping these instructional strategies. After five minutes, the two circles shift to the right or left and the process repeats.

Strategy 100

Strategy Education Innovation Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 28, 2016

So I developed a process I now use for every conference, including ASAE. However, it wasn’t the best use of my time and I wasn’t able to maximize my experience to absorb the key ideas that could transform my association’s future.

Conference 124

Conference Strategy Tips Products 124

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 28, 2016

So I developed a process I now use for every conference, including ASAE. However, it wasn’t the best use of my time and I wasn’t able to maximize my experience to absorb the key ideas that could transform my association’s future.

Conference 124

Conference Strategy Tips Products 124

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Scanning my current commitments, I now serve on the editorial advisory board for Michigan Meetings + Events magazine, I’m a subject matter expert and facilitator for MSAE , I’m the luminaria chair for the East Lansing Relay for Life and I’ve recently been appointed to the ASAE 2014-2015 Professional Development Section Council.

Michigan 100

Michigan Committee Course Association Management 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 26, 2012

Specifically, andragogy places value on the process of learning. Today, just about every professional development guru serving the association community has shared their spin on adult learning principles. Examine existing biases or habits that may influence future learning or skill development. Adults are goal oriented.

Case Study 100

Case Study Content Education Innovation 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 5, 2016

The first thing she told me is: “A wise consultant friend once told me if the proposal/contracting process is painful, the engagement will be worse. Some additional insights from our conversation follow: Prospective clients should be open to setting aside time to meet and talk as needed; and the process to do so should be relatively easy.

Proposal 100

Proposal Project Communications Guidelines 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

“With most people now familiar with a wide range of devices, software and apps, this is spurring a rise in ‘social selling,’ where hotel sales teams are often building relationships with planners on social media to establish common bonds outside the sales process,” the report says.

Social Media 100

Social Media Software Report Technology 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Speakers invest a significant amount of time into developing presentations. Curriculum development and instructional design alone often require a minimum of seven hours for every one hour of course time. Opportunity to videotape his/her sessions for resale (this is a subject of its own and requires some processes to work well).

Tips 100

Tips Cost Video Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Try incorporating psychologist Jerome Bruner’s Theory of Development through Discovery Learning (“messy learning”) into your breakout sessions. Discovery Learning simply means having students actively participate in the teaching process through verbal and tactile exercises. Being engaged is imperative to the learning process.

Content 100

Content Education Communications Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Who should be involved in the process? So I’m sure you have some questions. For example: What does a strategic meeting audit look like? What is the first step in initiating this type of audit? Let’s start by identifying the key players. In my opinion, this isn’t a job only for the senior management team.

Revenue 100

Revenue Industry Project Price 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

For example, here are four of the cultural building blocks on which we collect data in the survey: If a process, procedure or approach is not working, we can correct it with ease. Suddenly, the traditional staff vs. volunteer battles would go away, because you’d all clearly be part of the same culture.

Survey 100

Survey Leadership Recruiting Recruitment 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 8, 2012

And, worldwide, this is resulting in countless missed opportunities to both create and develop superior products and services. “We And breaking through this barrier is an important part of the innovation process. We’re literally not realizing our (and their) fullest potential because of the barriers we’re so quick to put up around us.

Innovation 100

Innovation Guidelines Course Leadership 100