Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 9, 2016

Looking forward to growing our partnerships with the respective convention and visitors bureaus in the coming years as we plan exciting and engaging meetings.”. I’m guessing there will be avid social media engagement, especially on Twitter using #ASAE16 and @ASAEAnnual. So please follow me on Twitter and don’t be afraid to tag me!

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 12, 2016

s 2016 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report , it’s issues such as balancing a limited budget, engaging younger members and understanding what members truly want, especially in terms of networking and professional development. Most association executives believe members join for networking and continuing education opportunities.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 15, 2015

That’s part of the “network” in our new tagline: Learn. The researchers studied nine organizations to learn how they engaged millennials in their campaigns. One thing is clear: Millennials value giving their time and skills and leveraging their networks as much as – if not more than – monetary giving. Engage your millennials.

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

This week’s guest blog post is from Kate Olsen, vice president of strategic projects for Network for Good , a technology platform that facilitates online fundraising and giveback opportunities. Kate Olsen, vice president of strategic projects for Network for Good. How can you engage supporters in relevant and meaningful ways?

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 12, 2016

s 2016 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report , it’s issues such as balancing a limited budget, engaging younger members and understanding what members truly want, especially in terms of networking and professional development. Most association executives believe members join for networking and continuing education opportunities.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 9, 2016

Looking forward to growing our partnerships with the respective convention and visitors bureaus in the coming years as we plan exciting and engaging meetings.”. I’m guessing there will be avid social media engagement, especially on Twitter using #ASAE16 and @ASAEAnnual. So please follow me on Twitter and don’t be afraid to tag me!

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Relationships/engagement – How will you create opportunities before, during and after the event to create meaningful relationships among participants? financial performance, member engagement and alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic plan) and for your members (i.e., learning, networking and value).

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Thank you for trusting us to help you learn, network and transfer differently. Network – We plan events and programs with an emphasis on providing networking environments and opportunities for program attendees and participants. Speaking engagements. Kept us engaged and moving.”. See more on this below).

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 18, 2013

From the editor: Considered Michigan’s premier education and networking event for professionals in the nonprofit sector, ORGPRO 2013 will be held from July 8 to July 10 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center. The ORGPRO Task Force created a Community Engagement Subcommittee in 2012 to support three areas of need: 1.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

While I enjoy attending PRSA functions across the country – during which I can network and learn from colleagues – I more frequently attend chapter meetings and events. The report found associations rely on their chapters for member engagement, leadership development, membership recruitment, marketing communications and local resources.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 21, 2015

These could help your attendees have a more meaningful networking experience. Imagine if only a fraction of that time was spent on networking apps. In this post you will find a list of some great networking apps perfect for event attendees , which will take their networking success to the next level! Don’t stress!

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Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 31, 2016

Q: Network: Some people are wallflowers while others are natural networkers. A: For those who don’t me, I come across incredibly outgoing and ready to pounce into any networking situation with a smile. Anytime I am able to add a delicious caramel latte into my study routine is a definite bonus!

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

All this aside, while millennials crave technology, they still value face-to-face meetings – albeit with a different flare – and understand the importance of networking, according to a new report by Skift and Meetings Mean Business. In fact, hybrid meetings are becoming increasingly popular, but not just for attendees offsite.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 13, 2012

And we’ve not yet even considered the informal learning opportunities generated within our industry’s peer networks. Finally, creating a collaborative learning environment requires the engagement of your community. There’s no need for this responsibility to land squarely on the shoulders of staff. Consider your target audience.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 25, 2013

But whether you dub it a blessing or a curse, there’s no denying social media platforms have made it easier to learn, to connect and to engage. That said, there are now opportunities to deliver content and an experience to members wherever they are and in ways they find convenient, affordable, engaging and valuable.”. Similar issues.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 22, 2014

And then, there’s my Public Relations Society of America membership, which provides professional development, networking opportunities and member-only must-haves for public relations junkies like me. Most association leaders believe networking is the top reason for joining an association. Simply put: Membership has its perks.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 9, 2015

Part of the reason: Young professionals are realizing the value of face-to-face networking. Industry professionals plan to use mobile apps more strategically this year, including location-based technology for session check-ins and networking. Other key findings: 74 percent of those surveyed predict better business conditions.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 21, 2016

Of those who responded to the survey, 63 percent of working adults have taken a course or engaged in professional development throughout the last year to improve job skills, mostly for career advancement. At the same time, 65 percent of those who participated in professional education said learning has expanded their professional networks.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 21, 2016

Of those who responded to the survey, 63 percent of working adults have taken a course or engaged in professional development throughout the last year to improve job skills, mostly for career advancement. At the same time, 65 percent of those who participated in professional education said learning has expanded their professional networks.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 8, 2014

And that’s affecting nearly all industries and associations, according to a new Association Laboratory whitepaper released last month, which discusses the future of association engagement. Simply defined, engagement is the relationship between a person or a business and an association. So what does all this mean for associations? “To

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 7, 2015

Social technologies are defined as any technology that allows users to communicate with each other via the Internet or cellular networks to share videos, graphics, etc. Examples: blogs, discussion boards, social networks (Facebook, LinkedIn), YouTube and podcasts. Social learning boosts retention. It’s ongoing.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Think about doing a mobile scavenger hunt with the app to foster networking and creativity. So it’s important to identify the behaviors you’re trying to engage. Or, reward conference attendees with badges for taking short quizzes at the end of a session. Gamification is mostly about psychology, not technology, the authors wrote.

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Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 3, 2012

What advice do you have for someone trying to incorporate social technology and engagement into: - the formal online learning programs they manage? The onsite experience is generally most appealing because of the face-to-face engagement and inherent networking opportunities available.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 9, 2013

An online engagement center at the 2012 ASAE Annual Meeting. By offering more digital platforms, associations will better engage and serve their members in the methods they prefer. 3-6 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, ASAE will engage and connect members – even if they can’t attend physically.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 15, 2014

The ASAE Foundation and MCI Group , a global network of 50-plus offices providing market development services and conference management, just launched a multi-year, multi-phase research project to better understand U.S. associations’ global strategies and international engagement. Just to name a few things.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

” Elliott is a provocative, engaging and entertaining futurist, analyst and speaker – focused on the changing world of the workplace, learning and technology. Before the event are there effective ways to engage the learner? Allow people to skip the breakouts to go sit with people and network. On Wednesday, Jan.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 3, 2016

Storytelling – Timeless and engaging stories delight and inspire. Foster positive learning and networking outcomes? Community – We create positive and inclusive ideas about families. We provide entertainment experiences for all generations to share. Decency – We honor and respect the trust people place in us.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

According to a new Social Tables report , technological advances and social media have changed the way hotel sales teams network with meeting planners. And they’re also engaging in social media conversations with community players, suppliers and buyers. So…what do you think meeting planners? Have things changed?

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 23, 2016

I’ve broken down some key findings that can easily apply to those who engage in continuing education programs. In addition, engage students in tasks that allow them to monitor their own learning. Encourage students to network and learn from each other. Set learning goals and help students achieve them.

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Extreme Engagement: Scenarios, Endings, Games & More. Of course, there will be plenty of time for networking and visiting the expo. Six future-focused yet practical sessions will guide the exploration of next-generation learning: A Community Approach to Learning: Cultivating Your Digital Habitat for Professional Development.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 3, 2016

Storytelling – Timeless and engaging stories delight and inspire. Foster positive learning and networking outcomes? Community – We create positive and inclusive ideas about families. We provide entertainment experiences for all generations to share. Decency – We honor and respect the trust people place in us.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Like zombies, committee members engage in busy work instead of generating new ideas to further the mission of the organization. Part of the problem is traditional committee structure doesn’t allow for quick decision making, Engel said, and that doesn’t work when GenXers and millennials are accustomed to 24-7 information and networking.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 22, 2015

As such, Wolowiec spent many hours on an airplane for speaking engagements. As always, thank you for entrusting us to help you learn, network and transfer differently. So…why should Event Garde win for the best meeting planning company? From Atlanta to Florida to Michigan, he spoke at 25 events on a range of topics. Metro Cars.

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Included here may be research time to develop unique content, custom Prezi or PowerPoint presentations, innovative instructional strategies, interactive learning exercises, engaging discussion topics and supplementary handouts. One-on-one meetings with attendees interested in future speaking/consulting engagements.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

Back-to-back sessions, events and marketplace stalls, combined with networking and socializing, can undo even the most committed and skillful listeners. Consider adding World Café’s and other discussion formats that will engage participants and encourage two-way exchange of ideas. Leverage the face-to-face experience.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 3, 2014

The real takeaway here is that associations could (and should) take a page from the magazine when it comes to volunteer engagement. Don’t underestimate the value of networking and the camaraderie that will grow among a group of volunteers. Tell us: How do you engage volunteers? Lessons Learned.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 10, 2014

As you may remember from previous blog posts I’ve written, giving back and community engagement are wonderful ways to say “thank you” to the community that supports your organization. As a committee chair, Wolowiec networked with key community leaders and vendors to earn support. That’s not all.

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