Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

When it comes to dues, for the most part, central organizations, rather than chapters, set dues rates and collect dues. Much of the resistance to change also stems from lack of data due to fragmented, disconnected or non-existent systems, which make an objective assessment of chapter performance difficult at best.

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America Michigan Report Education 199

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

When it comes to dues, for the most part, central organizations, rather than chapters, set dues rates and collect dues. Much of the resistance to change also stems from lack of data due to fragmented, disconnected or non-existent systems, which make an objective assessment of chapter performance difficult at best.

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America Michigan Report Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 22, 2014

A slight decrease from last year, 56 percent of associations said they increase dues as needed, with 27 percent planning to increase dues this year. Associations with membership growth also saw increases in attendance for tradeshow/conferences and professional development offerings; volunteerism; non-dues revenue; and certifications.

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Social Media Recruiting Recruitment Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Filed under: Associations , Communication , Young Professionals Tagged: 2016 Communications Benchmarketing Study , communication , education , members , Naylor , non-dues revenue , social media , study , survey , webinars.

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Communications Survey Social Media Revenue 223

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 19, 2014

In fact, offering such benefits may be the most effective method for increasing non-dues revenue. Second, it can drive non-dues revenue for your organization through commissions or revenue sharing with benefit providers. The impact of offering voluntary benefits to your members is two-fold,” the authors wrote.

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Discount Social Media Revenue Cost 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 8, 2016

Develop diverse funding sources – I’ve written before about methods to increase non-dues revenue since members shouldn’t provide the only funding stream. It’s tempting to provide everything to everyone, but it’s much more effective to specialize in a few products and services. What defines a good nonprofit?

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Revenue Leadership Communications Products 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 14, 2015

That includes membership growth, non-dues revenue, social media and Big Data. This is key for many associations as the non-dues revenue model is often necessary to pay for these new content streams.”. Associations are generally not early adopters of technology, but they are taking steps to close the knowledge gap.

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Social Media Revenue Technology Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 15, 2014

The study also found those associations that successfully engage worldwide have higher membership growth and more non-dues revenue than those that don’t. Invest in emerging international markets, rather than those that might be most popular or English speaking. Establish global offices or locations.

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America Revenue Strategy Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 4, 2014

Donna currently serves as the director of executive search services for the Michigan Association of School Boards ; however, she also has extensive experience as a management consultant, coach and facilitator and specializes in membership, non-dues revenue and business innovation. Some may say we’re kindred spirits.

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Michigan Social Media Innovation Revenue 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 21, 2014

This information is also key to generating non-dues revenue because it is vital information for any advertiser, sponsor or strategic partner that wants to reach your members. Results like the ones in your survey are interesting to you, your members, potential non-dues revenue generating advertisers and the industry as a whole.

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Survey How To Sample Revenue 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Filed under: Associations , Communication , Young Professionals Tagged: 2016 Communications Benchmarketing Study , communication , education , members , Naylor , non-dues revenue , social media , study , survey , webinars.

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Communications Survey Social Media Revenue 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 26, 2016

In alignment with Event Garde’s focus on networking, this month’s guest blog post is by John Rampton , the founder of Palo Alto, California-based Due , a free online invoicing company specializing in helping businesses bill their client easily online. It was originally published on BusinessCollective. John Rampton.

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California Conference Communications Cost 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

The winter edition of the report found 44 percent of survey respondents think the meetings and events industry will change due to the increased threat of terrorism. So to summarize: 48 percent of respondents expect the cost of meetings to rise due to the need for increased security. And this includes educational programming.

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Survey Fort Worth Dallas Cost 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 12, 2016

Other key findings from the MGI report: The primary internal challenges to growing membership are difficulty in communicating value or benefits, insufficient staff and difficulty meeting members’ needs due to a broad membership base.

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Certificate Recruiting Recruitment Social Media 140

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 30, 2016

And due to my curious nature, I’d also be very interested in learning “behind the scenes” tidbits about being president. A: Being a fan of taking risk and not afraid of pressure, I’d choose the president. Q: Learn: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about? A: Coding.

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Content Social Media Course Membership Management 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 12, 2016

Other key findings from the MGI report: The primary internal challenges to growing membership are difficulty in communicating value or benefits, insufficient staff and difficulty meeting members’ needs due to a broad membership base.

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Certificate Recruiting Recruitment Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 12, 2016

As further evidence, according to Associations Trends’ TRENDS 2015 Report , about two-thirds of survey respondents receive less than half their revenue from dues. This is particularly true for your millennial members who will make up 75 percent of the workforce by 2020.”. At the same time, Abila predicts an increase partnerships.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 25, 2015

Most exhibit floor plans are shrinking due to increasing digital activity, Lutz said, explaining that associations need to have a more diversified revenue mix. The session aimed to revamp attendees’ sponsorship menus and refine their investor-to-opportunity match-up skills.

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California Revenue Conference Price 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 8, 2014

Also as a result of restructuring, decision-making is becoming more team-focused, and, quite frankly, things like association memberships and dues don’t take precedence. Return on investment has become increasingly important as some companies justify their existence in an uncertain economic climate.

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Maine Marketing Strategy Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 8, 2013

The data-supported realization that unpaid internships have only a 1 percent impact on employment should sound an alarm for everyone defending the ‘pay your dues and you’ll be better off long-term’ argument.”. “Unpaid internships hurt the economy,” Parcells said, “and the millions of unpaid internships in the U.S.

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Michigan Proposal Report Class 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 14, 2013

More than once in the last six months I’ve been informed that unsatisfactory service levels were due, in part, to the nature of transient staff. Whenever possible, suppliers should invest in regular staff and ongoing customer service training.

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Georgia Products Class Event Planning 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 3, 2012

A simple check of Google Maps indicates that in relation to Grand Rapids, Muncie is nearly due south – though, of course, the route will be slightly less direct. This time, it’s a road trip of epic proportions (for me, at least). I’m headed down to Muncie, Indiana. When you factor in road construction, there’s no telling what to expect.

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Indiana Michigan Cost Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 31, 2012

I kept making changes to my presentation until the day before it was due to MSAE for incorporation into their master slide deck. For the first time I recognized that “final” never really can, or should, be “final” until the absolute last moment. And, I was the better off for it.

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Michigan Analysis Review Proposal 100