Thu.Feb 19, 2015

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7 Surprisingly Simple Ways To Improve Board Meetings

Wild Apricot

'Here are 7 simple but effective tips and ideas for running more effective board meetings – shared by your membership peers.

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Does HR “Own” Culture?

Jamie Notter

'Okay, HR, now''s your chance to make your case as to why organizational culture is in your baileywick. Today at 1pm, Maddie and I are doing another edition of our new #CultureChat on Twitter, and the topic is HR''s role in culture. (And if you''re in HR, please help spread the word!). I''ve had some pretty tough words for HR over the last few years, both on the blog and on stage.

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Facing Increased Anti-Muslim Sentiment, CAIR Stays Focused on Its Message

Associations Now

'The Council on American-Islamic Relations is ramping up its efforts to track and combat anti-Muslim prejudice, with help from its chapters and student organizations nationwide. The recent murders of three North Carolina students only underscored the need for action, CAIR says. The alert came during the early morning hours of February 11: Three Muslim students were gunned down , allegedly by a neighbor, near the campus of the University of North Carolina.

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Myths Your Conference Should Stop Perpetuating

Velvet Chainsaw

'Your conference is spreading the cult of myths, traditions and rituals. How so? What do you mean? You ask. Providing conference education is not as intuitive as it seems! Science shows that there is a right way and a wrong way to design, deliver and implement conference education. Unfortunately, most conferences ignore the science. Instead, they sell and promote their unscientific approaches to education.

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How to Increase Membership Renewal

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!

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NAB Gets Bullish on Digital With New Tradeshow Offerings

Associations Now

'The National Association of Broadcasters’ annual tradeshow is getting more serious than ever about new technologies, expanding the association’s education and event offerings to boost its ties to digital media and startups. The climate for television and radio is changing, and so is the tradeshow that brings broadcasting’s best and brightest together.

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The “PAWSCARs”: These Awards Are for the Dogs

Associations Now

'The American Humane Association’s sixth annual PAWSCARs awards gave a little love to films that took part in the association’s “No Animals Were Harmed” campaign last year. Even films that critics panned, like “The Interview,” got a nod. Considering all the trouble Sony Pictures ran into with the release of “The Interview,” this might make for a pretty good consolation prize.

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Beekeeper Group Welcomes New VP of Technology

Beekeeper Group

'We are excited to announce an exciting new addition to our hive! Frank Stovicek joins Beekeeper Group this week as our new VP of Technology. Frank is a top notch developer and technology expert, who knows the communications and advocacy space very well. Prior to joining Beekeeper Group, Frank has worked at public relations and public affairs firms for almost a decade.

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Conference Circuit: Yogis Embrace Their Potential, Support Others

Associations Now

'The Texas Yoga Conference supports yogis in their quest for self-empowerment. Plus: Black physicists redirect the conversation about scientific leadership. Yogis of all kinds will bring good vibes and positive energy to Houston during the Texas Yoga Conference this weekend. The event will emphasize yoga’s transformative powers in connection to the mind, body, and soul during sessions that combine physicality and spirituality.

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Where Do You Lie On The Digital Transformation Spectrum?

Associations Now

'While two associations recently announced plans to bolster strategies to keep pace with the digital transformation, a new report on nonprofit digital outlooks outlines the trends and challenges of going digital. Plenty of associations are somewhere in the stages of adopting or implementing a digital strategy. In December the American Association for the Advancement of Science announced it was moving “full steam ahead” on a new digital strategy that aims to take the association into the next dec

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How to Create a Winning Event Marketing Strategy

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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Thursday Buzz: An Image-Editing Legend’s Milestone Day

Associations Now

'Twenty-five years ago, Adobe Photoshop entered our lives—and it’s been making our photos look better ever since. Also: A big acquisition in the association tech world. If you’ve edited an image or two in the past couple of decades, the odds are strong that the photo first saw the light of day through a little tool called Adobe Photoshop.