Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association boards. Impexium and Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First invite you to participate in The Future of Association Boards (FAB) Survey , our community’s first comprehensive tracking survey of board composition, practices and performance. The survey results will give association staff and volunteer leaders a deeper understanding of how to strengthen board effectiveness for the long term.

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NetForum

APRIL 24, 2024

Our NetForum team will be presenting at ASAE AMS Demo Days and are excited to connect with you virtually. Read our blog for more reasons on why you won’t want to miss the 2024 ASAE AMS Demo Days. ASAE Demo Days: see how you can take your association to the next level with NetForum appeared first on NetForum Association Management Software.

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Spark Consulting

APRIL 24, 2024

But they don’t have to. I don’t mean your Annual Meeting, of course. If that sucks, you have MUCH bigger problems. I mean those 2 hour snooze-fests where 50% of your staff sits there on Zoom/Teams/WebEx “multitasking” with their cameras off, while one person blathers on and the other 50% thank The Powers That Be that they were spared attendance.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 29, 2024

You probably know someone like my cousin. He graduated from college several years back, worked in marketing at a radio station and nonprofit, but decided not to pursue that path.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.

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.orgSource

APRIL 29, 2024

How many articles about AI have you read? Too many? Despite all the information, are you still a little confused about where this adventure is going? Let me begin with a disclaimer. Generative AI is not a gift that lends itself to neat packaging. The beauty of this technology is its limitless potential. Exploring those possibilities can take you on a trip down a deep and twisty rabbit hole.

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Association Adviser

APRIL 29, 2024

AUTHOR’S ATTESTATION: This article was written entirely by Jeff De Cagna AIMP FRSA FASAE, a human author, without using generative AI. In Part I, in addition to an overview of its origin story, I shared why I believe the board’s duty of foresight was a radical idea when it first emerged in 2014.

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HighRoad Solution

APRIL 29, 2024

If you haven’t already, we recommend that you read last week’s Meet the Family: the Communicators & and the Translators for reference before diving into this blog. We're back to explore more family dynamics under the roof of AI for associations. It’s time to meet the whimsical wonders of the AI brood. Our AI generators and revivers are the poets, the musicians, and the artists of the family.

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Freestone

APRIL 29, 2024

Introduction Repurposing your continuing education content is a fantastic way to save time, reach more learners, and drive non-dues revenue. Make it easy for your learners to digest content by creating nano courses, quick videos, or social media content to boost engagement. Read our blog to learn more strategies to repurpose your learning content, reach more learners, and drive non-dues revenue.

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Association TRENDS

APRIL 30, 2024

Reporting is necessary to understand your team’s impact, navigate the policy landscape, and effectively showcase your efforts to leadership. Stay ahead of the curve by using the Public Affairs EOY Reporting Template to: Don’t wait until the end of the year to effectively communicate your team’s accomplishments and strengthen your future public affairs strategy.

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PROPEL

APRIL 30, 2024

The wait is over! You can now get our new book, Culture Change Made Easy: See Your Hidden Workplace Patterns and Get Unstuck, for your kindle immediately. This is our fourth book in the last 13 years. Writing books has been a deeply important part of our practice. Our first book, Humanize, was written in 2011, even before Maddie and I had a business together.

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Elevating Engagement

APRIL 29, 2024

Members want waaaayyy more opportunities to collaborate! But how do you structure opportunities for collaboration? Well, there are soooo many formats to choose from. Add some helpful constraints and let the outcome guide the structure. Let’s say you want to create industry standards. You probably need a dedicated group to think through what is best and then document the standard.

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HighRoad Solution

APRIL 29, 2024

If you haven’t already, we recommend that you read last week’s Meet the Family: the Communicators & and the Translators for reference before diving into this blog. We're back to explore more family dynamics under the roof of AI for associations. It’s time to meet the whimsical wonders of the AI brood. Our AI generators and revivers are the poets, the musicians, and the artists of the family.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 29, 2024

For those looking to energize their events and increase their positive post-event rating, the key element may be increasing event engagement. The challenge may be in identifying event engagement ideas that will produce your desired results. This article will examine the significance of event engagement and why it matters. We will review 10 compelling event engagement ideas that are designed to impress.

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Associations Now

APRIL 26, 2024

With more pressure to generate nondues revenue, leaders have to develop big-picture strategies—and rethink staff-level tools as well. “Creativity” and “revenue generation” don’t often wind up in the same sentence, unless an indictment is involved. But these are complicated times for associations, and a bit of (legal) imagination is important as they think about how they keep the doors open.

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PROPEL

APRIL 29, 2024

Culture Patterns: The Key to Unlocking Effective Change In discussing culture change, it’s crucial to introduce the concept of Culture Patterns. These are somewhat like the DNA of an organization’s culture, consisting of the recurring behaviors and preferences that shape how work gets done and how people interact.

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Multiview

APRIL 25, 2024

As seasoned association members transition into retirement or reduced participation, engaging younger demographics becomes crucial for maintaining organizational vibrancy. Embracing the fresh perspectives, tech-savviness, and diverse skill sets of the next generation rejuvenates associations with new energy while ensuring long-term relevance. Here are 10 strategies associations can leverage to attract the next generation and build sustainable growth.

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YM Careers

APRIL 25, 2024

Discover three tips and some powerful resources to help you elevate career advancement opportunities for your association members. The post 3 Tips to Elevate Member Career Advancement Opportunities appeared first on YM Careers by Community Brands.

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Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2024

It is no wonder job boards and human resource departments were early adopters of the internet. Classified ads in newspapers were (and are) some of the most expensive real estate in print. Print help wanted ads only reach those actively searching for employment. Both job seekers and employers were ready for a change and the internet and job boards provided it.

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Associations Now

APRIL 30, 2024

The “Ask an Aging Life Care Manager” sessions are an opportunity for the association to connect with the public, while perhaps boosting membership too. May is Older Americans Month, which the Aging Life Care Association is using as an opportunity to virtually open its doors to allow the public to better understand its members’ work. Throughout the month of May, ALCA will host weekly free Zoom educational sessions billed as “ Ask an Aging Life Care Manager ,” where caregivers, “solo agers,” and o

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SBI

APRIL 24, 2024

In recent years, the call for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all facets of society has grown increasingly important. This call extends to the realm of conference planning, where creating spaces that are welcoming and accessible to all participants is paramount. Whether you’re organizing a large-scale industry conference or a smaller professional gathering, integrating DEI principles into your planning process is not just a good business practice but also a strategic one for fostering

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Expo Logic

APRIL 29, 2024

Simplify event management with efficient check-in apps: Streamline processes and improve attendee experiences. Learn more about check-in software at Expo Logic! The post Benefits of Event Check-In Software appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Effective Database

APRIL 24, 2024

You might have to do SOME of the work yourself! Many, many years ago I met with an executive director of a small association to discuss their needs for a new association management system.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2024

It has been said that nothing happens until a sale is made. That may be a bit overstated, but the point is well taken. Sales are critical to just about every organization, including those that rely on the sale of memberships. Membership sales, however, have their own unique challenges. The target market is often more well-defined, and the ongoing commitment is longer.

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Breezio

APRIL 29, 2024

Six key member benefits for associations to add to better connect members with their organization. Online communities, LMS, virtual events, and more!

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MemberClicks

APRIL 24, 2024

Have you ever wondered why some associations seem to effortlessly excel and expand their member base annually? Have you ever seen or been a part of an association that seems to struggle and exhibit little focus? The answer is management. While the answer may appear simple, managing an association is both comprehensive and complex. There are plenty of moving parts and challenges.

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Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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