Tue.May 05, 2015

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20 reasons to book within the official group block

Aaron Wolowiec

With unprecedented access to vacation rentals through websites like airbnb and VRBO , as well as the availability of discount hotel stays through websites like Priceline and Orbitz , it’s no wonder organizations are having difficulty filling their group room blocks during in-person meetings, conventions and exhibitions. A quick survey of industry professionals via ASAE’s Collaborate turned up the following 20 reasons (in no particular order) for booking within the official group block.

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Disruptive Associations

Potomac Core

Disruptive Associations. A snapshot by the Conference Board of both the U.S. and Global Economy doesn’t necessarily paint the rosiest of pictures GDP growth is projected at 2.9% in the United States while economic performance in the rest of the world will be shaped by “volatility.” In what appears to be a low growth scenario, how and to what extent can Associations be transformed into market disruptors that support market growth?

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Agility Is Not An Option

Jamie Notter

Maddie and I delivered an internal webinar on When Millennials Take Over to a very large, global organization last week. The organizers read the book in order to develop a set of interview questions that were integrated into the presentation, and one of them was: How can such a large company like [this organization] be agile? I know it's word-smithing, but I had to suggest a change to the wording of the question.

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Survey: Veterans Among Most Active Civically Engaged Citizens

Associations Now

A first-ever examination of the civic health of the country’s veterans found that, given the opportunity, they make a major impact on local communities. The survey also dispelled several rumors about the veteran population. Service to one’s country doesn’t end when the uniform comes off, according to the results of a first-of-its-kind survey on civic engagement among veterans.

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Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Association Member Education

Unlock More Profit and Smarter Packaging for Member Learning Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your association’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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Spotting the Human Side of Data at DoGoodData Conference

Beth Kanter

“Problems don’t start with data, they start with people.” - @deanmalmgren reminds us not to lose sight of the user’s humanity #DoGoodData2015. — Plenty (@PlentyCo) May 1, 2015. Last week, I attended and presented at the DoGoodData Conference in Chicago. The conference is expertly curated by Andrew Means who has shaped the agenda and speakers into an incredible learning experience for both the human and technical sides of data of for good.

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The Online Groups Setting the Stage for a More Secure Web

Associations Now

Last week, the makers of the popular Firefox browser announced they would begin favoring websites that use the secure HTTPS protocol, which would fundamentally change the way the web works. But the Mozilla Foundation is taking a step that some of the internet’s most fundamental associations have long been calling for. Someday, the internet could have two roads, one less useful than the other.

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The Banking Industry’s Biggest Mobile Challenge? Messaging

Associations Now

A Worldly Perspective While mobile banking is a harder sell to the U.S. public, it has broken through in developing countries, where many consumers only have mobile devices as an option. A February Verge piece , guest-edited by Bill Gates, highlights the rise of the M-PESA platform, which has seen much success in countries such as Kenya, South Africa, and Afghanistan.

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A Major Avengers Battle Taking Place Offscreen

Associations Now

After its members complained about efforts by Disney to change its tactics with its newest Avengers film, the National Association of Theatre Owners spoke up—and in the process earned more flexibility from the Marvel Studios owner. Whether you’re a Black Widow partisan or Tony Stark is more your cup of tea, this Avengers: Age of Ultron tale may be almost as exciting as what’s happening on the screen.

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Tuesday Buzz: What CDs and Conferences Have in Common

Associations Now

Don’t sell your attendees warmed-over conference ideas in a world where everything fits neatly into a playlist. Here’s why. Also: Before you can rely on word-of-mouth marketing, you need a base. Is the old conference dying out like the CD? Maybe that’s a bold statement, but in an age where streaming music outsells discs , perhaps it’s a good question to ask.

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2024 Association Survey Results Report

2024 Association Survey Results Report For the 10th year, association professionals across the U.S. and Canada provided a look at the inner workings of their organizations when they replied to GrowthZone’s annual survey. Read the 2024 survey results report to see how your association compares: Top Challenges Retention Rates Non-Renewal Reasons Automatic Renewals Reinstatement Strategies Member Engagement Changes & Strategies Why Members Join Non-Dues Revenue Sources Dues Increases, and more

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Best Benefit Ever: Economic Updates for Credit Union Experts

Associations Now

Members of the Credit Union National Association can stay up to date on the economic issues affecting credit unions with the organization’s new monthly Economic Update videos. What’s the benefit? Thanks to a new benefit sponsored by the Credit Union National Association CFO Council, professionals in the credit union industry will be able to keep their fingers on the pulse of the economy and the factors influencing their work.

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