Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

I’ve always been an advocate of well-designed, interactive virtual events because many people don’t have the time or money to attend in-person events. On the expo floor, at industry partner parties, and in restaurants, what a joy it was to be amidst my community. But there’s no replacement for conferences. Leadership pipeline.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

On-site check-in will be the first in-person experience guests have at your event. When done well, a smooth registration and check-in process whisks attendees into the event in the right spirit, impressed, engaged and informed on what's to come. When done poorly? Well, that's a much bleaker story. Don't Forget the Lanyards.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 29, 2024

Let’s raise the level and expectations for your next event. Here is how to engage your event audience more effectively. What Is Event Engagement, and Why Does It Matter? Event engagement is the process of getting and holding the attention of attendees at an event.

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Ngage Management

MARCH 15, 2024

Associations serve a vital role in various industries, providing networking opportunities, professional development, advocacy, and much more to their members. These experts bring a wealth of knowledge in event planning, membership recruitment, financial management, marketing, and governance.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

I’d bet every industry has seen a growing number of podcasts like ours has, maybe even the industry your association serves. Event planning. Is your event planning to-do list still up to snuff? Is it a system, a process, a style, a tool, or software? Don’t give that up! Quick hits Good news!

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 4, 2022

According to the Community Brands Association Trends Study , industry training opportunities are the second most valuable membership benefit, with 50% of association members favoring professional development options. Do your members seek chances to volunteer or advocate in your industry?

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Reid All About it

APRIL 14, 2023

. – CNX 2023: Create New Experiences This virtual event experience unites thought leaders, influencers, and multiple stakeholders worldwide to connect, get inspired, collaborate, and learn about event innovations and what lies ahead. Revolutionizing Event Planning with AI Explore the transformational impact of AI on event planning.

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Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

Amith Nagarajan at Sidecar explains the basics of API —“the communication bridge between different software applications”—the problem with misleading “integrates with anything” claims and questions to ask vendors during the software evaluation process. State of the association industry. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Association Success

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Be sure to segment your attendees with a special review of international, healthcare industry, and medically-at-risk attendees, all of whom will likely be working under unique precautions. Proactively establishing a decision process and explaining the deadlines will generate confidence in event planning during this tumultuous time.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 29, 2016

Bizzabo’s new “ Event Professionals of Tomorrow” survey gathered event-planning best practices directly from event professionals related to their marketing, measurement of event success, and technology use. Event Technology. How does your meeting-planning process align (or not) with the survey results?

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 16, 2020

By attending, you will learn how to: Navigate complex decision-making and scenario planning processes with staff and volunteer leaders, speakers, partners and exhibitors. Consider nimble practices for designing and refreshing event plans amidst a crisis.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 19, 2020

In this summit, executives of leading business, retail, hospitality, and tourism associations share the challenges their industries have faced in the process of closing down and re-opening of businesses globally, and how their associations evolved to respond to changing market needs. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. Wed 6/24 at 2 p.m.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

According to a Community Brands study from 2020, 79% of members say they want targeted, valuable content such as relevant suggestions on continuing education resources, information on industry news, upcoming events and recognition of accomplishments. Conference and Event Management Toolkit.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Event planning: Put on your recruitment hat. Now that you know you want to bring in more members with an event, it’s time to plan. And you need to plan all with recruitment top of mind. Make it easy for individuals and organizations to register for your event (and join your organization).

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Reid All About it

JUNE 23, 2023

WBT Systems goes over some ChatGPT basics, brings up some concerns—like why you shouldn’t rely upon it to do all your work, and explains how association professionals, including education teams, are using ChatGPT to save time and jump-start the creative process. Our AI future. 1 CMP credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit. .

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MemberClicks

MAY 9, 2022

– we’ll look at the top questions you should ask yourself in this process (a little introspection is never a bad idea!). Involving members when planning events. There are a few benefits to involving your members in your event plans. 6 questions to ask members before planning an event.

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NXUnite

DECEMBER 13, 2023

We act as a hub for the nonprofit community by providing the following: Engaging Panels: Audience members can immerse themselves in thought-provoking panel discussions led by industry experts and influencers. These digital events share insightful perspectives on pressing issues, innovative solutions, and emerging trends. million jobs.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Fri 10/29 at 12 p.m.* – DC Book Club – Diversity & Inclusion: Process and Policies. Many associations have plans to revisit or implement a Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) strategy. What process should your association take to develop a D&I strategy? Robin Farmanfarmaian, author, “Facilitating Virtual Events”.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 26, 2020

The Events Industry Council has convened a COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force to quickly aggregate accepted practices and provide a framework for meeting in-person again safely. The first will address the immediate need for guidance on accepted practices and work already underway to restart the industry. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 17, 2023

In today’s environment, hot-button issues threaten to anger, divide or frustrate portions of your members, regardless of whether those issues are relevant to your industry. LMS Demo Day Watch presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer learning management system (LMS) platforms. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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ISAE

JANUARY 31, 2024

Plan your budget early. Setting your budget early in the planning process can help you create parameters and ensure you plan an auction within your means. Host your event at an upscale venue? Consider your goals and what makes the most sense for your association. Will you serve a meal? Put together a team.

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

CharityBids’ guide to virtual charity events. , the following tools will help streamline your event planning: Your nonprofit’s CRM. Make sure that these tools integrate so all of your data is centralized, resulting in a seamless management process for your nonprofit’s team. . into your nonprofit event planning.

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Do you need a motivational speaker, industry expert, celebrity, or someone else? Should the keynote have expertise speaking to a particular industry or profession? Event Goals Are you looking to educate, inspire, or entertain the audience primarily? Listen to podcasts and follow industry thought leaders for more ideas.

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GrowthZone

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Here are a few of the highlights: “GrowthZone has completely changed our application processes and the way we are able to engage with our members. “The Events module seamlessly integrates what used to be multiple member and event management systems, sites and processes.

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Reid All About it

MAY 14, 2021

The team at Event Farm has been hosting a series of webinars about the safe return to in-person events. During the last one, they introduced their event safety playbook full of tips and resources. Check it out before you get too deep into your planning process. Host: Event Farm. API basics. 1 CMP credit.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. More info/register.

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GrowthZone

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Get the Guide: Successful Association Event Planning. By helping them “sell” the idea, you’ve put the process in motion and reduced the stress associated with that type of request. Conclusion emphasizing networking with contacts and gaining industry expertise. Early registration cost savings.

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Virtual

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

This might mean planning conferences and member meetings. Virtual’s event planning team plans numerous of Board of Directors and association working group meetings every year. We run events in 35 countries for participants including the U.S. Every event is different. What is most exciting about your role?

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Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 29, 2013

But not all event managers are created equal. Event planning sounds like a glamorous job, which is one reason why event planning and management companies are popping up all over the world. Do they have access to unique ideas and services for your event? Are they current on industry trends?

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Forj

APRIL 22, 2021

This step helps us understand what level of support your team will need along the process. Virtual event planning. When evaluating consultants, you should consider whether they’re a good personality fit, whether they’re familiar with your industry, and how successful they’ve been with past clients.

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Reid All About it

MAY 19, 2023

This month, we’re covering: volunteer management and creating a culture of volunteerism, artificial intelligence and how we’re implementing it, and event planning and contracting. Beat the Burnout According to a study, event planning is the third-most stressful job in the world for 2023. More info/register.

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Protech

APRIL 12, 2023

While this process can require a lot of effort and coordination from your team, it can be very rewarding to support your members with opportunities for education and networking. Additionally, this software can automate processes and set up “self-serve” functions for members that will save your staff time on administrative tasks.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

Learn more about the application process, including tips for a successful submission and insider knowledge about what the judges seek, during a 1/28 webinar—details below. Guest: Mark Cooper, CEO, IACC, Chair, Events Industry Council. With so much staff turnover, does your association have the right processes in place?

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

You’re at the forefront of your trade association, a vital force in shaping the success of professionals in your industry. It’s about more than just planning events or sending newsletters; it’s about making every resource count for the success and satisfaction of your members.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

Hhear how an online marketplace can help you build non-dues revenue and member value through year-round relationships with your industry partners without adding so much as a chick pea to your already full plate. The Community Check-In A weekly community chat on Slack for black professionals working in the events industry.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 4, 2023

The Endocrine Society and Matchbox Virtual Media announced a joint venture to design and deliver online experiences that will drive innovation in the medical, healthcare and scientific industries. The Community Check-In A weekly community chat on Slack for black professionals working in the events industry. More info/register.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 12, 2024

Panelists often include a small number of industry experts, from four to five, and their ideal length is anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour, no more. Understand the need to clarify for the audience when panelists use complicated terminology or industry jargon that is unfamiliar. There are many ways to go about this process.

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