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#NVW2015 - Volunteers Share Their Talents

Mariner

'DAY FOUR of our #NVW2015 celebration ! Today, we thank our volunteers for their talents. And for sharing those talents with their chapters. Whether it’s through making that all-important connection, sharing an expertise with the group, or taking the lead on issues important to the association, these volunteers help everyone succeeds.

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Walk Your Way To a More Productive Meeting

Associations Now

'If your usual meetings are feeling stale, try a different approach with a walking meeting. Research and experience have shown that these types of meetings may help increase creative thinking and camaraderie among coworkers. If you’ve seen almost any episode of the The West Wing , you’re no doubt familiar with the show’s “ walk-and-talk ” scenes. Busy White House staffers whisk their way between offices and meetings while engaging in witty repartee with equally busy coworkers.

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Researchers Need a Reality Check About Millennials’ News Habits

Association Adviser

'What is it with those millennials and their connectedness? They always have their nose in a smartphone or tablet. could it be that they are using those devices to stay informed actively about. For more about this topic, click on the headline.

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Lincoln’s Tomb, Facing Tough Times, Buoyed by Association

Associations Now

'The resting place of Abraham Lincoln, located in Illinois, may be the victim of budget cuts in coming years, but a volunteer association that helps manage the facility could help remove some of the burden. The situation was already tough for some of Lincoln’s closest watchers. The National Geographic diss didn’t make things any easier. With this week marking the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, the Lincoln Monument Association (LMA) is putting attention on

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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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Constrained Collaboration Can Derail Conference Improvement

Velvet Chainsaw

'Collaboration – it’s one of the buzzwords of business today. Collaboration is when people work together to achieve a goal. Multiple individuals from different departments work together to accomplish a task or project. Evan Rosen in his book The Culture of Collaboration says “[Collaboration is] working together to create value while sharing virtual and physical space.

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Meet Gen Z Philanthropist Sejal Makheja, Founder Elevator Project

Beth Kanter

'Perhaps you’ve been reading about Gen Z and that they’re tech savvy, passionate about doing good, and might just shake up philanthropy. I recently read an article in the New York Times about conference for Gen Z who were learning entrepreneurial skills. That’s where I first read about Sejal Makheja, 16, a sophomore who lives in McLean, Va. When she was 14, Sejal founded the Elevator Project , an organization that aims to lift people out of poverty through apprenticeship, vocational trainin

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Thursday Buzz: North America Loves Its Meetings

Associations Now

'Three different countries are taking part in Thursday’s North American Meetings Industry Day. Plus: Are you a small organization with little time to blog? No worries. Canada’s already done it for 20 years, and now the meetings love is heading down south. This year, the United States and Mexico are joining in on the newly christened North American Meetings Industry Day (NAMID).

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Your Mobile Website: Top 3 Do’s & Don’ts

Slice-Works

'© Thinkstock. Is your website mobile-optimized? In just 5 days Google is switching their search ranking algorithm to favor mobile websites! Being mobile-accessible is critical to life and business. When Steve Jobs created the iPod, his vision was to make it easy for consumers to carry “1,000 songs in your pocket.” Today, our mobile phones essentially carry our “life in a pocket.” .

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Conference Circuit: Break Free

Associations Now

'Rundown Attendees: 1,400. Exhibitors: 200 plus. Special Topics Workshops: 4. The American Jail Association’s 34th Annual Conference and Jail Expo features live demonstrations and plenty of education covering hot topics. On Sunday, correctional personnel at all levels will be in Charlotte, North Carolina, to mark the start of the American Jail Association’s annual meeting.

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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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Your Mobile Website: Top 3 Do’s & Don’ts

Slice-Works

© Thinkstock. Is your website mobile-optimized? In just 5 days Google is switching their search ranking algorithm to favor mobile websites! Being mobile-accessible is critical to life and business. When Steve Jobs created the iPod, his vision was to make it easy for consumers to carry “1,000 songs in your pocket.” Today, our mobile phones essentially carry our “life in a pocket.” .

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