Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Often, organizations incorporate the day into their yearend giving campaigns. Large organizations have received the most donations on #GivingTuesday but this trend is shifting. Faith-based organizations now receive the largest percentage of #GivingTuesday online donations. Is your organization participating in #GivingTuesday?

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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.

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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

JANUARY 12, 2016

As the association industry continues to evolve, community engagement and networking among industry leaders will be key to success, which could include sharing of resources. Such partnerships could offer new revenue streams and raise an organization’s profile on social media and among professional and personal networks.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Furthermore, many professional organizations take pride in providing numerous meetings and conferences when instead they should focus on job opportunities, credentialing and certifications, Abila found. Understanding generations and how they like to engage now is essential for any organization,” Abila said. 1 communication tool.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 20, 2015

For me, the power of intentionally setting goals (both big and small) to advance the success of an individual, team and organization should not be underestimated. What do we want to achieve as an organization? Performance Analysis. How does individual performance tie in? What are the required knowledge and skills to be successful?

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 14, 2016

As markets grow, businesses will increasingly need the services associations provide, such as professional development, knowledge transfer, networking, education and professional certifications, according to Globalstrat , which recently released, “ 2016 Association Growth Global Trends Survey Report.”. What does that mean for associations?

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Often, organizations incorporate the day into their yearend giving campaigns. Large organizations have received the most donations on #GivingTuesday but this trend is shifting. Faith-based organizations now receive the largest percentage of #GivingTuesday online donations. Is your organization participating in #GivingTuesday?

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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

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. Probably not surprising (at least not considering my experience), networking and education are the top services provided by chapters.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 30, 2016

Q: Network: Social media or face-to-face? Which form of networking is better and why? One course in particular, “Speed of Trust,” taught me 13 specific behaviors that, when implemented, will promote trust and in turn lead to lasting change within an organization. Q: Learn: What’s one subject you’d like to learn more about?

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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. Does your organization have a strategic plan? What do you think? Let us know.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 6, 2014

Following introductions and an outline of the day’s learning outcomes, I shared four big ideas that represent the importance of education to our organizations: Meetings represent a significant and increasing proportion of association revenue. Make connections/networking. So it’s time to get back to basics. According to Ralph J.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Table to farm – Recently, the “farm to table” concept, in which organizations serve farm-raised meat and organic vegetables during meals, was all the rage. Instead of a pre-plated dinner, organizations will offer restaurant-like ambiances in which hostesses seat guests who order from a menu.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 23, 2015

“Unfortunately, while we’ve been busily building and marketing the programs, products and services we think our audiences might like, the world has changed,” write Elizabeth Weaver Engel , CEO & chief strategist, Spark Consulting LLC, and Anna Caraveli , managing partner, The Demand Networks LLC, in their new whitepaper. “In

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 29, 2016

I swam in the hallways of the Detroit Convention Center looking for the correct bus back to one of the many host hotels while trying to network, build business leads and learn about association trends. Edu-Tours and place-based education connect the purpose of an organization with the local community, and more importantly, with members.

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 18, 2013

Has your organization’s meetings function experienced a year-over-year revenue decline – however slight – since the 2007 recession? If you’ve answered yes to one or both of these questions, 2014 may be a great opportunity for your organization to conduct a strategic meeting audit. learning, networking and value).

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Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 25, 2013

ASAE is monitoring and influencing at the national level on a wide range of issues from policies affecting meeting and tradeshow attendance by government employees to protecting the tax exempt status of all of our organizations,” Robertson said. Since she’s an ORGPRO newbie, she’s not quite sure which advice to share.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 28, 2016

Network: Q: Tell us about one of your favorite personal or professional networks. We can be an education playground and members can take lessons learned from our experimentation back to their own organizations. It’s next door to the library, which is surrounded by a tree-filled park. What makes it special?

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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. She tells us how your association/organization can participate in #GivingTuesday. GivingTuesday occurs on Dec.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 30, 2013

So it’s time for organizations to undergo a major facelift, Sladek said. And they need to build an online presence and encourage virtual networking. This is the same generation that may never enter a traditional office, that prefers Skype meetings and is most likely to be self-employed. Like those pesky critters, we’re here to stay.

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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. And we owe much of that to you. See more on this below).

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

We plan events and programs with an emphasis on providing networking environments and opportunities for program attendees and participants. And individually, we belong to networks and organizations that enhance our personal and professional goals. A: Our commitment. Our commitment to people and relationships.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 9, 2013

Her book, “ The End of Membership as We Know It ” explores the new challenges and opportunities facing organizations. I’ll ask de Cagna what he thinks about all this, so stay tuned. Next up will be Sladek. Membership isn’t dead, she argues, but associations must look toward the future. This should be an exciting month of blogging!

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Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 5, 2015

With unprecedented access to vacation rentals through websites like airbnb and VRBO , as well as the availability of discount hotel stays through websites like Priceline and Orbitz , it’s no wonder organizations are having difficulty filling their group room blocks during in-person meetings, conventions and exhibitions.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 28, 2015

The global organization recently released its Top 10 Conference Food and Beverage Trends for 2015 , and healthy tops the list. Network your heart out – Small plates of food, continuously served in a reception format, add a nice break to an extended event. But more importantly: There were options.

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Opportunity for meaningful networking with organization volunteer leaders and senior management (this can also be a benefit for volunteer leaders). And, of course, we can’t forget the time it takes to not only facilitate the program, but to travel to and from the program. Activities.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 3, 2016

Consider, for a moment, your organization’s events, particularly it’s major annual meeting. Foster positive learning and networking outcomes? How do you and your team: Infuse innovation and technology into the design, development and implementation phases? Demonstrate a high standard of excellence?

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 3, 2016

Consider, for a moment, your organization’s events, particularly it’s major annual meeting. Foster positive learning and networking outcomes? How do you and your team: Infuse innovation and technology into the design, development and implementation phases? Demonstrate a high standard of excellence?

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Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Here’s what others have to say: “Aaron and his staff at Event Garde provided first-rate service to our nonprofit organization. As always, thank you for entrusting us to help you learn, network and transfer differently. Some of the topics: learning/how the brain learns; how to improve conferences and events; and membership. Metro Cars.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 16, 2013

After serving as an association executive for more than 10 years, De Cagna launched his company in 2002 to challenge association boards, CEOs and executives to build their organizations to thrive in an uncertain future. Simply doing more of what your association has always done definitely is the wrong answer,” De Cagna said. “It

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Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 15, 2013

My colleague, Aaron Wolowiec , founder of Event Garde , posted on Collaborate , a private social network for members of the American Society of Association Executives , that I was looking for examples of successful internship programs. But perhaps with better networking and marketing, associations could change that. And examples I got.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

She co-organized the first European Listening and Healthcare Conference in Nijmegen, The Netherlands, in 2014 and is currently planning the International Listening Association’s 2018 convention. Multiple days in stimulating settings with a barrage of new people and new information can be overwhelming.

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Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 23, 2016

But a new report by nonprofit organization Deans for Impact summarizes some of the latest research on the science of learning. Encourage students to network and learn from each other. Take my three children: the boys are math and sciences whizzes and my daughter is a singer and artist. So just what makes us tick? Common misconceptions.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

ASAE The Center for Association Leadership , which supports the interests of more than 22,000 association executives and industry partners representing 10,000 organizations worldwide, sat down with President John Graham about new membership models and game changers he sees happening for associations during the coming year.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

According to The Decision to Volunteer , association volunteers also expect a chance to work with like-minded people, network, keep skills sharp or learn a new skill, pass on their knowledge and contribute to a cause they believe in. Little to no direction from staff/organization. What works particularly well for your organization?

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