WBT Systems
JUNE 7, 2016
Restaurants that serve the tastiest food have great relationships with their suppliers. The chefs are able to design and deliver interesting and attractive plates, because their suppliers work with them as part of the extended team to provide knowledge on seasonal availability and trends, quality produce, and pricing that works for the restaurant’s needs.
Higher Logic
JUNE 9, 2016
I’m sure you’ve heard of it, but have you actually ever read Dale Carnegie’s book, “ How to Win Friends and Influence People ”? If not, you probably should -- it’s an important read for anyone, but especially community professionals. First published in 1936, it is one of the first best-selling self-help books ever published and has sold over 30 million copies worldwide to date.
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Reid All About it
JUNE 10, 2016
Here’s the list of webinars and other professional development events for the week of June 13. If you’d like me to list your webinar, please send me the information before Thursday, and I’ll be happy to include it in the following week’s list. No demos, sorry. Tue 6/14 at 11 a.m.* – Make the Most of Your Analytics with Google Universal Analytics or Google Tag Manager.
Aaron Wolowiec
JUNE 9, 2016
Have you ever considered how you or your presenters introduce new content to learners? Last year I had the opportunity during a site visit with a client to partake in The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium. If you’re ever in the area, you absolutely have to check it out. The technology is quite remarkable within the outdoor recreation industry – and the memories, particularly if you’re new to climbing, will last a lifetime.
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Potomac Core
JUNE 8, 2016
In an evolving and complex world , is it possible for associations to become vital to the industries they serve? Today’s norm means slow or uncertain market growth , member expectations of direct return on engagement , and an emerging view that an association either drive or facilitate market disruption. As organizations consider these factors, is becoming a vital association too tall an order to fill?
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Mariner
JUNE 9, 2016
“It’s an embarrassment of riches” is how National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Director of Education Esther Washington described their volunteer pool. As the museum readies for its September 24 opening, Washington is busily preparing their 300-vounteer workforce. There are many amazing elements of this story which offer insight for associations.
Aaron Wolowiec
JUNE 9, 2016
Have you ever considered how you or your presenters introduce new content to learners? Last year I had the opportunity during a site visit with a client to partake in The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium. If you’re ever in the area, you absolutely have to check it out. The technology is quite remarkable within the outdoor recreation industry – and the memories, particularly if you’re new to climbing, will last a lifetime.
Socious
JUNE 9, 2016
Association members are like business customers, they come to your organization for help. They want to solve a problem, to learn, to grow in their industry, or to find ways to contribute to a cause. And, similar to a business, that’s what your association is built to do – help members by providing benefits.
Higher Logic
JUNE 8, 2016
What do you use more, your phone or your computer? During work, probably your computer. But when you’re away from your desk, waiting in line at the coffee shop or at home on the couch, probably your phone. And what do you think your community members use more? It’s a no-brainer to say mobile is bigger than ever. People are attached to their phones and use them in almost every part of their lives, from connecting with friends, to ordering pizza, to tracking sleep and exercise.
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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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Eric Lanke
JUNE 6, 2016
I attended a workshop a week or so ago, and during the networking dinner I got into a conversation with some fellow participants about what I always thought was an apocryphal story. Maybe you've heard it, too? The college, or the hospital, or the public plaza that intentionally puts no paved sidewalks in until after the people utilizing the facility indicate with their actual foot traffic where the sidewalks are supposed to go.
Mariner
JUNE 4, 2016
On the final day of May with one signature Maryland Governor Larry Hogan rescinded 72 executive orders issued by previous administrations over the last 46 years. My response was “say what?” so I kept reading.
Socious
JUNE 8, 2016
As a marketer, I’m accustomed to giving content away for free in order to attract people to our website. Apparently, this model is not best suited for all markets.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 7, 2016
Are we born with it? Or did we learn it? Leadership skills, social skills and, communication skills: are they innate or do we learn them? Maybe some people are born with it. Maybe some of us showed a slight talent early, we were rewarded for that talent and that talent grew into a passion. Most of us believe that there are some talents we are just born with and if we didn’t get that gift we are out of luck.
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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.
Associations Now
JUNE 6, 2016
Although the tech industry struggles with diversity, a group of women now leads the Association for Computing Machinery. In an industry dominated by men, the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) has elected a new slate of officers , all of whom are women, to a two-year term that begins on July 1. “It’s very exciting,” said incoming President Vicki Hanson, distinguished professor of computing at Rochester Institute of Technology and professor and chair of Inclusive Technologies at the Univer
Association Adviser
JUNE 10, 2016
There’s a lot of concern out there about who millennials are, what they value, and what associations and employers can do to hang on to them. Notice that I didn’t write, “What millennials can. For more about this topic, click on the headline.
Membersuite
JUNE 9, 2016
Rebranding your entire association probably makes you feel a little uneasy. You’ve heard the horror stories, seen the failures and know the work that goes into it. With the rise of millennials entering the workforce, some associations may need to revamp. Rebranding isn’t for everyone, it isn’t appropriate for everyone, and it isn’t necessary for everyone.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 5, 2016
Imagine a conference that only has 200 attendees. How many meaningful connections does each member make during the conference? Maybe 5. Maybe even 10. The chances of them meeting someone else just like them is slim. Are you wondering how that can be when members share the same profession or same title or same industry? From our member’s point of view there is actually a lot of variation.
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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
Associations Now
JUNE 7, 2016
The Major Cities Chiefs Association, an organization for police professionals in some of North America’s largest metropolitan areas, has found that many cities have seen a rise in crime thus far this year—something highlighted by a violent weekend in the Chicago area. It’s not just Chicago, though the recent tragedies in the region ( as The New York Times reported last week , six people died and 64 were injured due to violence in the Windy City over Memorial Day weekend alone) certai
Association Adviser
JUNE 10, 2016
What to consider when you’re ready to rethink, rebrand and relaunch your association publication. The post How to Evolve Your Magazine’s Brand appeared first on Association Adviser -. For more about this topic, click on the headline.
Membersuite
JUNE 7, 2016
Word-of-mouth marketing. Some may be wondering how this is a marketing tactic at all. Did you know that this is one of the most effective forms of spreading organizational awareness? Even more so than social media, which may come as a surprise (I know it did on my end). We live in a world where consumers are constantly looking for reassurance through reviews, testimonials and personal experiences.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 9, 2016
Related: Harness uncertainty to fuel innovation. The solution to most association problems is… Are you taking a big risk or does it just feel that way ? The post Association Innovation & Risk appeared first on Smooth The Path.
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.
Associations Now
JUNE 10, 2016
As more states legalize medical and recreational use of marijuana, employers are finding themselves in unfamiliar staff-management territory. HR and legal experts suggest that employers carefully consider how and when to apply drug-use policies. With marijuana use gaining acceptance across the country, workplace leaders are suddenly facing a sticky question: Does the rise of legal cannabis necessitate a reexamination of office drug-use policies?
Membership Marketing
JUNE 8, 2016
Frequently, I have the opportunity to review the membership marketing programs of various associations. Sometimes, I find that organizations are doing too little to get and keep members. They need to increase the frequency and reach of their marketing efforts. However, of late I have observed another problem; overly complex and tradition bound membership marketing plans.
Velvet Chainsaw
JUNE 9, 2016
A Momentous Catalyst To Conference Attendee Behavior Change. I am often asked how to get conference attendees to adopt 21 st Century learning habits. The majority of conferences treat attendees as consumers of information. We encourage them to attend our programming and passively listen. Some of them resist any changes we make to that model. They don’t want to be involved in small group discussions.
Effective Database
JUNE 8, 2016
One of the more common requests I hear from my clients is that they’d like to be able to compare year-to-year membership data (e.g., current number of members vs. same time last year or same time three years ago). What they often find, however, is that pulling historical data from their primary transactional database can be problematic. Data in transactional databases can change over time, which can affect historical queries and reports.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
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