WBT Systems
JULY 5, 2016
There are a multitude of blogs and articles outlining the benefits of taking free online courses for professional development to advance your career, but do these courses actually deliver the value and opportunity they profess to provide to adult learners? Why should adult learners concerned with career development consider Association eLearning programs as providing superior value and career opportunities?
Socious
JULY 5, 2016
Member renewals are important. Member acquisition is important. Creating the best possible member benefits are important. These are priorities that association employees focus on every day. They’re essential strategic initiatives for one very obvious reason: your members are the lifeblood of your association. Without members, your association wouldn’t exist.
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Aaron Wolowiec
JULY 5, 2016
Ethan Edwards. We’ve written about successful e-learning programs in the past and those of us in the industry often singing the praises of such modules. But from an instructional designer’s viewpoint, what’s the secret to creating a program that works? How can designers help students retain knowledge and then transfer that knowledge to their workplace?
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
Trade groups representing retailers believed that a multibillion-dollar antitrust settlement concerning credit and debit card transaction fees didn’t go far enough. Now an appeals court has handed them a victory by throwing the deal out. A huge legal settlement that has been a major point of contention between the retail and financial sectors for years has been thrown out, and retailers couldn’t be happier.
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Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!
Aaron Wolowiec
JULY 5, 2016
Ethan Edwards. We’ve written about successful e-learning programs in the past and those of us in the industry often signing the praises of such modules. But from an instructional designer’s viewpoint, what’s the secret to creating a program that works? How can designers help students retain knowledge and then transfer that knowledge to their workplace?
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Membersuite
JULY 5, 2016
One of the biggest incentives to join an association is to partake in its events. Almost every association hosts some type of annual conference and/or meeting. This is a great way for members to convene and connect - while your association spreads its message. As technology has advanced and social media has become prominent, association professionals have had to change the way they approach events.
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
The Oregon Farm Bureau gives its members a big discount on high-output solar panels designed specifically for farming or ranching. What is it? The Oregon Farm Bureau, teaming with the regional solar panel installer RS Energy , is offering its members a discount on solar-panel systems specifically for farmers and ranchers. The group will offer access to five different solar panels.
Membersuite
JULY 5, 2016
Proving the value of your membership: This sounds fairly easy and self-explanatory. Your association offers great benefits and cool perks, this should be simple, right? If so, then why do so many associations struggle with this? If you want to recruit and retain members, then proving your value is critical. By offering unique benefits - you’re already halfway there.
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
A retail environment association introduced a new brand and focus that’s going to make you want to “Shop!”—and help a diverse member base feel connected to one mission. As part of the integration process following an October merger, an association dedicated to retail stores has taken on a new identity: Shop!, an organization focused on enhancing retail environments and experiences.
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Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.
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.orgCommunity
JULY 5, 2016
From : Blog Entry >> Michelle's Blog Entry How to ensure School’s NOT Out for Summer Those dreaded words from years ago….summer school. The mere mention of them sent chills through students that were just getting by. No vacation, no trips to the beach with friends, just you and the almost as miserable teacher. The last thing you wanted to do on the summertime was more learning!
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
The iPhone maker, inspired by its late cofounder’s own high-profile struggles, works with a nonprofit to make it easy for people to sign up as organ donors. Also: BlackBerry reveals that a classic phone is leaving production. Becoming an organ donor may soon be as easy as signing up on your iPhone. On Tuesday, Apple announced a plan that will allow owners of its popular smartphones to register as organ donors with their devices.
.orgCommunity
JULY 5, 2016
From : Blog Entry >> Michelle's Blog Entry Reflection is an important part of learning, allowing us to process and comprehend new information, taking time to consider it in light of our experience, which helps us to create meaning and knowledge that can be applied to improve performance. In this modern world of ‘information at your fingertips’, how can your Learning Management System (LMS) help you to incorporate reflective learning in your education programs?
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
With attendance at its annual meeting down in recent years, the U.K.-based Racehorse Owners Association decided to bring the event to its global membership with livestreaming technology. The Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) is betting big on livestreaming technology to improve organizational transparency and keep its international membership engaged.
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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.
Beth Kanter
JULY 5, 2016
Click to See Visualization. Nonprofit data nerds will love this new resource from Media Impact Funders and Foundation Center called “ Foundation Maps for Media Funding ,” a free, interactive mapping and research tool that shows the full scope of philanthropically funded media projects worldwide since 2009. This version of the tool is a significant upgrade to the tool launched previously by Media Impact Funders.
Associations Now
JULY 5, 2016
The next wave is coming: With an update to its certification strategy, the Wi-Fi Alliance could make your future devices speedier than ever. With the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) treating internet service as a public utility (and a court upholding that distinction), WiFi is pretty much a given wherever you go, but it’s an industry group that’s tasked with improving it.
Higher Logic
JULY 5, 2016
It’s that time of year again. Summer is in full swing and it’s too nice to sit at your desk all day -- and the proof is in your engagement numbers. What’s happening? For unseasoned community manager, it can be hard to tell if your lower engagement rates are early signs of a long term downtrend, or just a temporary lack of energy. Don’t worry -- you’re probably experiencing the summertime silence.
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