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Rule Your Market—Blue Ocean Strategy Sidesteps the Sharks

.orgSource

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, is our expert for guiding associations through tough markets. At.orgCommunity’s recent Innovation Summit, Sharon explored how Blue Ocean Strategy can help you bypass the sharks and find your way to offering unique and powerful member value.

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Leveraging strategy to amplify education initiatives

Aaron Wolowiec

So, as a self-proclaimed “meetings coach” and Michigan native, I’m pleased to have been invited by Brian McGrain of CEDAM (Community Economic Development Association of Michigan) to submit a presentation proposal for this year’s summit. I consider my own work with the Michigan Association of REALTORS earlier this year.

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The Meetings Report: Five game-changing tactics redefining education strategy and success

Aaron Wolowiec

In a nutshell, The Meetings Report strives to describe the state of the Michigan association meetings industry. Likewise, it was edited by Kristen Parker , a media communications manager for Michigan State University. Become one of the first to hear the results from the first-ever meeting practices research conducted in Michigan.

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Ngage Management Grows by 7 New Employees, 4 Serving as Association Directors

Ngage Management

In their various roles, they each provide strategic leadership and direction to the organizations and boards they serve and oversee programs, membership, and operations on behalf of their clients. She holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Western Michigan University.

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Strategy + Innovation: Watchwords for 2018

.orgCommunity

For 2018, we think there are two words that should define the focus of associations: strategy and innovation. Instead, we are suggesting ongoing, mindful strategic thinking throughout the organization. We have all heard of organizations that pride themselves on never being first, instead focusing on efficiently copying the leader.

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8 Award-Winning Success Stories from Super Forum 2018

Higher Logic

Ensuring that Link is woven into the marketing calendar and strategy. Reviewing posts, prompting responses when needed, assisting community members, and keeping threads organized. Most Creative Use of Higher Logic Platform: The Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. Say congrats on Twitter! Highlights.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 1.22.21

Reid All About it

They share ten strategies for motivating members to volunteer and mentally show up for meetings. – Member ROI Simplified: Safeguarding Your Organization’s Future. The most important method for safeguarding your organization’s future is to research, embrace, and maximize your Member ROI. Virtual volunteer fatigue.