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APRIL 5, 2024

TopClass LMS explains how to differentiate and add value to your association’s education programs by building a human touch into them. I also noticed a lack of intention in solving these issues: most associations admit to not having member engagement, young professional recruitment and lapsed member reengagement plans. Dull new world.

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Delcor

MARCH 31, 2020

If you’re ready to invest in a learning management system (LMS), start by reviewing these LMS selection criteria. Though by no means a comprehensive list, they will help get you on the right path to finding a LMS platform that meets your needs. LMS selection criteria. Do you plan to bring that content into the new system?

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JANUARY 26, 2024

Please help our community by taking the time to participate or forwarding it to a colleague on your association’s membership team. TopClass LMS has a solution for empty volunteer pipelines: leadership development cohort programs. They also provide a checklist for implementing an effective mentoring program or enhancing an existing one.

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MARCH 12, 2021

Association technology and analytics. I just read a new paper— The New Association Tech Ecosystem: Powering Member Experiences with Integration and Specialization —from Chris Gloede and Karen Power of Ricochet Advice and I suggest you do too, especially if you have technology or analytics decisions on the horizon. Innovation method.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Armentrout CAE, DelCor Technology Solutions, HighRoad Solutions, PerByte, and Qiqo—have put together a “powerhouse panel” and “expert-led sessions.” Selecting and implementing an AMS is not for the faint of heart. Wes Kao shares solid advice for onboarding yourself when you join a new team. Intentional learning. New job advice.

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JULY 21, 2023

But TopClass LMS/WBT Systems describes ten skills your members need to learn right now. As someone who’s always thinking about my next meal, Jeffrey Cufaude speaks to my heart (yes, my stomach too) when he encourages facilitators not to overlook food when planning a program. The next edition will go live on Friday, August 4.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

TopClass LMS explains why and how associations should step up their efforts and shares examples of associations who have. He takes a data-oriented approach to planning, measuring, and improving retention practices. Mobile apps. Bulletin describes how a member app helps you nurture member engagement. Member retention.

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APRIL 30, 2021

They provide the steps of a shutdown ritual in case you want to try it yourself. Multi-system implementation. I’ve heard a few friends talk about implementing more than one system this summer. I think one had an AMS, CMS, and LMS project on the horizon. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

MCI invites you to participate in its AI benchmark survey , a 3-minute pulse survey about the integration of AI technologies within your organization and your members’ interest and aptitude for AI. This is essential reading for understanding trends in membership recruitment, engagement, renewal, dues, value propositions, and more.

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JUNE 26, 2020

Conference and education teams. As some associations canceled in-person conferences and made the switch to virtual, two association teams found themselves owning different elements of the experience—the meetings team handled the content while the education team managed the platform. Moery, The Moery Company ). Host: ASAE.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests offering peer-to-peer online learning programs. Strategic planning. Vista Cova’s white paper, Strategic Frameworks: The Future of Strategic Planning , explores how association executives are working with strategic plans in the post-COVID environment. It’s a must-read. Mentoring programs.

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MARCH 26, 2021

Braden Kelly believes intuition has an essential role to play in innovation. Speaking of contentious volunteer situations, what about chapter leaders who plan to host in-person events in the upcoming weeks or months? Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Intuitive innovation. Wait, what? Chapter events.

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MAY 26, 2023

“Through this acquisition, 501Works will leverage and re-energize the ReviewMyAMS experience and extend the existing platform with new tools and resources that will help associations through the challenging task of selecting, implementing, and adopting AMS solutions.” Conference/abstract management. Tue 5/30 at 12 p.m. – 1 CAE credit. .

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OCTOBER 1, 2021

Women in technology. Why get an LMS. Your association survived the pandemic without an LMS, you’re returning to in-person meetings, and the budget isn’t looking so good. Why the heck would you even think about getting an LMS ? Keep her advice in mind as you’re planning in-person conferences too. Quick hits.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests your association offer management training programs for industry professionals. A few of them might surprise you, but they’re essential for technology project success. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Guest: Sarah Lewis, Senior WordPress Developer at Yoko Co. Change management.

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JULY 30, 2021

Teri Carden—founder of ReviewMyAMS and AMS Fest—is bringing both groups together for a day of learning and sharing on September 23, plus some fun, of course, the night before. A powerful new approach to changing someone’s mind—useful for system implementation, process improvement, presenting a business case for technology, etc.

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MARCH 25, 2022

Check out the new page on my site, Association Brain Food Resources , dedicated to feeding your brain with information from our industry partners about association technology, membership, data management, cybersecurity, non-dues revenue, and more. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Host: Abby Mund, AM Planning.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

In WBT’s primer on this essential element of instruction, they explain why the brain likes retrieval practice and how to build it into the design of your educational programs. 5 steps to gaining member acceptance, downloads, and engagement for your association’s mobile app. (J. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Margaritas are my choice of beverage when indulging the night before hiking. If you have trouble with exposure and you’re crossing a fin or natural bridge, keep your eyes on where your next step is landing and, if you can, one step ahead of that—maybe where the person in front of you is stepping. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

You put a ton of effort into planning, promoting and hosting a conference, but once it’s over, you watch as attendees drift away. Nowadays, if you’re involved in a technology selection or implementation project, you must understand APIs , unless you’re okay with letting your software live in a silo. More info/register.

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

WBT Systems continues its series on project management basics for accidental project managers —otherwise known as the education, membership, communications or marketing directors who get saddled with overseeing LMS, AMS or other technology implementations. Get team buy-in. An excellent and considerate idea. I blame flow.

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JULY 14, 2023

You’re more likely to go to the gym if you’re following a workout plan designed by a trainer, right? Likewise, members and customers are more likely to attend education programs when they’re following a professional learning plan. They suggest questions to ask before terminating a program and offer advice for the sunsetting process.

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JULY 19, 2019

Some quick hits before we get to next week’s free webinars: Speaking of vendors… How associations can transform sponsors into thought leaders. 4 Steps to Creating a Team to Deliver on Your Mission. your entire team could be spreading the word about the benefits of membership, helping you?attract Not surprising.

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JUNE 24, 2022

WBT Systems suggests associations revamp their leadership training programs to serve two purposes: teaching the skills members need for volunteer leadership and for leading or collaborating on a remote team at work. Rishad Tobaccowala identifies six essential steps to successfully introduce and manage change. Change management.

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Membersuite

APRIL 23, 2021

An association management software (AMS) implementation is a big project. Big” becomes “huge” when you pair an AMS implementation with a content management system (CMS) or learning management system (LMS) implementation. Implementing more than one system simultaneously requires careful planning and coordination.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

Before deciding, Achurch Consulting suggests you discuss and agree upon organizational values together—executives, managers, and staff. They also identify the factors you should consider before choosing a workplace model. AMS implementation workload. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder, Event Technology Consulting.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

Strategic plan. Jamie Notter of Propel says it right up front so no spoilers here: “to make your strategic plan a living document , you re-write it every three months, and you let everyone in the organization edit it.” Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Who can argue with that? Who can argue with that?

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APRIL 20, 2018

Associations, if you haven’t already, it’s past time to step up your game, especially with the youngins. You might want to take a look at this post from LMS provider WBT Systems about the benefits of outsourcing instructional design. You’re not really qualified but you’ve learned enough to get the job done? Sprout Social ).

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

WBT Systems describes 12 essentials for frugal innovation , the only kind your budget probably allows. If you’re thinking about doing a content audit as preparation for developing a content strategy, Hilary Marsh shares a content audit planning worksheet and issues to consider before diving in. AMS considerations. Content audit.

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MemberClicks

JUNE 13, 2023

The first step in creating a unique experience for each persona is identifying the personas within your association. It’s important to know your audience before implementing strategies to give new members benefits. What technology are you utilizing to give your members a better experience? Who are your members?

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MAY 1, 2020

WBT Systems describes some of what they’ve learned as an LMS provider over the years about online teaching in their tips for new virtual presenters and instructors. Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: A comprehensive list of COVID-19 resources for associations. Virtual presenters. And what else?

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

After an informative discussion in ASAE Collaborate, TopClass LMS was inspired to introduce the Open Space event format to those who can’t access the forum. Email Address: Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Open Space event design.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

Billhighway describes how many associations are helping their chapters overcome technology challenges and pivot to the virtual model. He suggests some essentials for your home office gear and virtual meeting strategy. However, most don’t plan to make any significant changes. Live Review (LMS demos). What the what?

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MARCH 18, 2022

Achurch Consulting describes how to spot imposter syndrome on your remote team and how to help employees avoid and overcome it. At Harvard Business Review, Jennifer Mueller, Sarah Harvey, and Alec Levenson lay out three steps groups can take to steer clear of groupthink. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

AMS implementation. Impexium describes three crucial principles that most associations and vendors overlook during an AMS implementation —things that will make your life a lot more difficult. No plan, no progress. Gain confidence in developing a plan for kicking off the search for new software. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Nimble AMS describes how an AMS helps membership teams better understand members, anticipate their needs, and deliver personalized communication and content. Lead Marvels has a seven-step guide and scorecard to help you evaluate which non-dues revenue solutions best align with your organizational mission. Membership engagement.

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Leading Learning

AUGUST 20, 2020

Don’t get bogged down by the technology. We know from many years of helping organizations select technology platforms that it is very important to compare apples to apples—or, at the very least, be aware when you are comparing apples to oranges. Virtual Conference Platform Categories. Event Tech Group (Community Brands).

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