Portage Group

DECEMBER 21, 2015

A quick survey of the topic can lead us to near despair: infrastructure planning, internal architectures, process analyses, and blueprints for change… I mean, really, who knows what to do? The big question is whether, today, we have the resources and processes in place to do that. Unfortunately, it has that potential.

Review 113

Review Project Strategy Survey 113

Portage Group

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

In order to develop a strategy driven by their needs and priorities, it is crucial that their input be included as a central component of the process. Your members are the owners of your association.

Process 100

Process Strategy Marketing Organization 100

Portage Group

AUGUST 8, 2012

Typically, member feedback is used as a peripheral driver of the process, if it''s used at all. Most associations emulate private sector organizations in their structure and processes. It is a powerful concept. Engagement Research strategy'

Survey 100

Survey Member Research Committee Process 100

Portage Group

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Succession planning is a process for identifying and developing internal people with the potential to fill key leadership positions in the organization. The Portage Group Senior Associate, Alan Ward, has been asked to be a presenter at the upcoming Canadian Society of Association Executives Conference #CSAE2015 in Calgary on October 28th.

Conference 100

Conference Leadership Process Organization 100

Portage Group

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Because the most important factor in achieving this is not the organization, its processes, its vision, etc. Rules and processes can’t make this happen. Organizational structures and processes can’t make this happen. The most important factor is people. An organization is not open to change — people are.

Organization 100

Organization Software Process Resources 100

Portage Group

MARCH 2, 2017

One association executive we’ve spoken to described this process as “replacing the engine while flying the plane.” Keep People Informed Keep members and stakeholders in the loop throughout the process with regular updates on progress toward stated goals and changes to your plan if it evolves.

Case Study 100

Case Study Course Revenue Strategy 100

Portage Group

AUGUST 8, 2012

Typically, member feedback is used as a peripheral driver of the process, if it's used at all. These are all very important tools to keep your association connected to members on an ongoing basis.but what about when it comes to your planning activities?

Survey 100

Survey Tools Process Resources 100

Portage Group

AUGUST 15, 2012

Basically, you have six hats, each representing a different way of thinking ranging from creative, critical and logistical to intuitive and process-based. You may be surprised at what comes out of this process. The group tries to tackle the issue at hand while wearing each ''hat.''

Innovation 100

Innovation Process Strategy Team 100

Portage Group

MARCH 21, 2012

Incorporated more fun into the process, like breaking things up with fun and different group activities to get people to relax and get into a creative space? What if you: Held it in a creative space.anywhere but a board room. I love this planning space.

Strategy 100

Strategy Process 100

Portage Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Almost always, its because members aren’t involved in the decision-making process. The reason for all of this is often that the association is not aligned with the needs and priorities of the members.

Committee 100

Committee Leadership Strategy Member Engagement 100

Portage Group

JULY 25, 2012

Every few months, go through the process again to make sure you are in the right places online, posting and participating in the right dialogues and with the right people compared to your goals and priorities. Step 8: Lather, Rinse and Repeat. Social media is evolving at a constant and rapid pace. Need support with your social media?

Social Media 100

Social Media Strategy Case Study Guidelines 100

Portage Group

JANUARY 28, 2016

Board leaders tell me this frequently when they are starting a hiring process for a new chief staff executive. Here is an article, originally found on Charity Village, "Understanding What Non-Profits Do" "First, two observations: Observation one is that many nonprofit organizations feel they are unique.

United States 100

United States Education Certificate Social Media 100