Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 31, 2015

Editor’s Note: This is our Thanksgiving edition of Event Gardeian of the Month! Tracy King, chief learning strategist, InspirEd LLC. Q & A with Tracy King, chief learning strategist, InspirEd LLC. Q: For what are you most thankful?

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Following is an overview of just some of the ways our attendees are different, why it matters, and the tangible design edits you might consider for your upcoming meetings and events to better meet these new and evolving needs and expectations.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 30, 2009

Welcome to the June 2009 edition of the NonProfit Blog Carnival, a monthly showcase of great blog posts for and about nonprofits. The 10 articles highlighted here were chosen to give a variety of viewpoints and usable information on Nonprofit Technology.( read more ).

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 29, 2016

Bob Thomas, Michigan Chamber Foundation. Q & A with Bob Thomas , senior director of operations and executive director, Michigan Chamber Foundation at Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Learn: Q: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about? A: I’d love to learn more about macroeconomics.

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Michigan Content Social Media Communications 189

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 29, 2016

Bob Thomas, Michigan Chamber Foundation. Q & A with Bob Thomas , senior director of operations and executive director, Michigan Chamber Foundation at Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Learn: Q: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about? A: I’d love to learn more about macroeconomics.

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Michigan Content Social Media Communications 189

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 28, 2016

Stephanie Wohlfert. Courtesy of Michigan Meetings + Events. Q & A with Stephanie Wohlfert , meetings coordinator, MSAE. Q: Learn: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about? A: Nutrition Science – Throughout the last several years I’ve become more conscious about health and wellness and what my family and I eat daily.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 30, 2016

Shana Killips, sales manager, The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development. Q & A with Shana Killips, sales manager, The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development , Michigan State University. Q: Learn: What’s your favorite part about learning something new? A: The people and our relationships are what I enjoy the most about my job.

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Michigan Content Project 189

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Mary Manier. Q & A with Mary Manier , director of sales, Experience Grand Rapids. Learn: Q: How do you learn best? By reading in a coffee shop with lots of noise or in a quiet, library-like setting? A: I learn best in a quiet, library-like setting. Network: Q: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 1, 2014

The first edition of Event Garde’s monthly e-newsletter launches today (and we’re sharing here some of the bonus content from that publication). If you’re not yet signed up for our quick, fun, easy-to-read tips, news and association industry information, click here to join our mailing list. .

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Angie Ahrens, director of meetings and events, Connect Meetings. Q & A with Angie Ahrens , director of meetings and events for Connect Meetings. Follow her on Twitter. Learn: Q: What’s your favorite part about learning something new?

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Breezio

JULY 31, 2020

Breezio is proud to be a part of such an innovative virtual event that safely fosters engagement between association leaders across the country. How is AMS Fest doing this?

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 28, 2016

Carla Kalogeridis. Q & A with Carla Kalogeridis , president, Arion Media Services. Follow her on Twitter at @CarlaKalo. Q: Learn: Let’s say you’re studying for a big exam. Are you a crammer, or do you like to plan ahead? A: I plan ahead to cram.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 28, 2016

Carla Kalogeridis. Q & A with Carla Kalogeridis , president, Arion Media Services. Follow her on Twitter at @CarlaKalo. Q: Learn: Let’s say you’re studying for a big exam. Are you a crammer, or do you like to plan ahead? A: I plan ahead to cram.

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Content Tools Resources Examples 150

Association TRENDS

JULY 31, 2020

According to the Community Brands Member Education and Career Development Report, 85% of members want organizations to provide continuing education opportunities. However, implementing a learning program with a corresponding learning management system (LMS) can pose quite a challenge for associations.

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Ungrated

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Answers to these questions, and many more, can be found in the third edition of Building Community from CAI Press. A subsequent edition, Building Community , debuted in 2004. Each edition featured a collection of essays from the brightest minds in community associations. What does building community mean?

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 14, 2019

Are you thinking of setting up a donation subscription? Or is your organization trying to encourage your donors to give regularly? Here's a how-to guide to using recurring donations, plus answers to donor FAQs, to help donors confidently get started using recurring donations.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 27, 2017

The post Extreme Makeover: Tradeshow Edition appeared first on Associations Now. Definitely some ideas to think on as you ponder the future of your tradeshow. What other factors would determine whether a tradeshow redesign is required? Let us know in the comments.

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Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Mary Manier. Q & A with Mary Manier , director of sales, Experience Grand Rapids. Learn: Q: How do you learn best? By reading in a coffee shop with lots of noise or in a quiet, library-like setting? A: I learn best in a quiet library-like setting. Network: Q: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers.

Library 100

Library Content Certificate Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Angie Ahrens, director of meetings and events, Connect Meetings. Q & A with Angie Ahrens , director of meetings and events for Connect Meetings. Follow her on Twitter. Learn: Q: What’s your favorite part about learning something new?

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Content Leadership Tools Resources 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 28, 2016

Stephanie Wohlfert. Courtesy of Michigan Meetings + Events. Q & A with Stephanie Wohlfert , meetings coordinator, MSAE. Q: Learn: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about? A: Nutrition Science – Throughout the last several years I’ve become more conscious about health and wellness and what my family and I eat daily.

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Content Social Media Michigan Industry 100

Associations Now

MARCH 25, 2016

The post March Madness, Meetings Edition appeared first on Associations Now. How have you seen associations incorporate sports events like March Madness into their education sessions, expo hall, networking events, or other parts of meetings? Please share in the comments.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 30, 2016

Shana Killips, sales manager, The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development. Q & A with Shana Killips, sales manager, The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development , Michigan State University. Q: Learn: What’s your favorite part about learning something new? A: The people and our relationships are what I enjoy the most about my job.

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Michigan Content Project 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 28, 2016

Gina Sutherland, director of education and events, CalSAE. Q & A with Gina Sutherland , director of education and events, California Society of Association Executives. Q: If you could be a summer cocktail, what would your name be and what would you taste like?

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 30, 2016

Emily Thomas. Q & A with Emily Thomas, assistant director and membership manager, Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education. Q: Would you rather sky dive, bungee jump or climb to the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, and why? A: Bungee jump. It’s a bucket list item of mine that gives me butterflies just thinking about it!

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 27, 2016

Debra Zabloudil, president and CEO, The Learning Studio Inc. Q & A with Debra Zabloudil , president and CEO, The Learning Studio Inc. Q: If I were writing a book about your life, what would the title be, and why?

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Portage Group

OCTOBER 1, 2020

In the August edition of the TPG Pulse for Associations, it was reported that professional and trade associations were poised for revenue decreases of 1.6 The latest edition digs deeper into the areas where those losses are occurring and also provides an update on the impact on staffing in the sector.

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Revenue Survey Report 130

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 31, 2016

Elyse Kopietz, director of communications, marketing and events, Michigan Manufacturers Association. Q & A with Elyse Kopietz , director of communications, marketing and events, Michigan Manufacturers Association. Q: It’s February…the month of love, candy hearts, chocolate and other sweet treats.

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Michigan Content Certificate Library 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 2, 2016

Adrienne Segundo, chairman/COO, Limitless Association Solution Resource, LLC. Q & A with Adrienne Segundo , credentialing specialist, chairman/COO, Limitless Association Solution Resource, LLC. Q: How do you plan to kick off 2016?

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Aaron Wolowiec, founder and president, Event Garde. Q & A with Aaron Wolowiec, founder and president of Event Garde. Editor’s Note: In celebration of Event Garde’s four-year anniversary, this month’s Event Garde-ian of the Month is Aaron Wolowiec. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Kate Pojeta, conventions and exhibitions manager. Q & A with Kate Pojeta, conventions and exhibitions manager, Event Garde. Q: What are you looking most forward to in your role with EG? A: Event Garde has some amazing clients and I’m excited to be on the team to help conventions succeed.

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Breezio

APRIL 10, 2024

This edition of Breezio's AMS Highlight Series blog features Fonteva, a leading Association Management System built on Salesforce. Learn about its powerful features for optimizing member engagement and streamlining organizational processes.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

You may hear the word “editing” and think it only applies to writing and communications. What follows are some ideas I heard from presenters for you to consider if you want to “edit” your meetings to deliver even better experiences for your attendees. Editing doesn’t end when the marketing and attendee acquisition phase does.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 31, 2015

Cora Geujen, director of event planning, Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa. Q & A with Cora Geujen, director of event planning, Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa. Q: If you could live someone else’s life for day, who would it be, and why? A: Princess Catharine’s of course. For the hair and wardrobe. Q: What’s your spirit animal, and why?

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GrowthZone

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We asked our customers what they liked best about GrowthZone Real Estate Edition. The post What Real Estate Edition Users Like Best About GrowthZone appeared first on GrowthZone. It’s made a huge difference in our association life.”. Sandy Carroll, Chief Executive Officer. Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®. Pittsfield, MA.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 31, 2015

Heidi Letzmann, education and programs manager, American Association of Law Libraries. Q & A with Heidi Letzmann, education and programs manager, American Association of Law Libraries. Q: If you had to choose another career path, what would it be, and why?

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 30, 2015

Allison McClintick, CEO/leader development specialist, FlightLead Consulting. Q & A with Allison McClintick , CEO/leader development specialist, FlightLead Consulting. Q: Would you rather sky dive, bungee jump or climb to the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, and why? A: If the goal is to put myself into cardiac arrest, I would say all three!

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 28, 2015

Amanda Toy, associate director of sales, Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau. Q & A with Amanda Toy, associate director of sales, Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau. Q: It’s a beautiful summer day in Michigan. What would we most likely find you doing? .

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