Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 9, 2012

Based upon the goals and objectives of each specific program, these individuals bring to their organizations a wealth of knowledge and experience which they draw upon when building an effective strategy for educating members. Consultants may also be secured to support the process, as needed. Evaluate the process and the outcomes.

Strategy 100

Strategy Blended Learning Survey Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Specifically, we: Provided 20 different brain-centric attendee engagement strategies ranging from “Write learning objectives into participant materials” to “Schedule post-session touch points.”. Growth in the delivery of conference presentations is an iterative process. But this is just the first step. Mastery does not occur overnight.

Conference 100

Conference Committee Review Video 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 16, 2014

For associations rating themselves most effective at marketing, strategy and planning is their most frequently cited capability. But for those that rate themselves least effective at marketing, strategy and planning is the fifth most-cited capability. But here’s the problem: Without content, there’s no marketing strategy.

Marketing 100

Marketing Social Media Content Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

The most powerful reason learning transfer is ineffective, as was revealed during the ATD International Conference & Exposition 2016, is that 90 percent of training is designed without a well-defined strategy that facilitates it. 4) Use instructional strategies that establish relevance. During the training. After the training.

Organization 113

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 113

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

The most powerful reason learning transfer is ineffective, as was revealed during the ATD International Conference & Exposition 2016, is that 90 percent of training is designed without a well-defined strategy that facilitates it. 4) Use instructional strategies that establish relevance. During the training. After the training.

Organization 100

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Instead, the session was developed as a result of a conversation I overheard at last year’s conference describing the challenges associations often have implementing strategy they’ve either developed internally or in conjunction with a consultant. During the scanning phase: Assess strategy/plan based upon recent performance.

Nashville 100

Nashville Analysis Review Communications 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 25, 2012

Highlights of this presentation included advanced instructional strategies, successful transfer of learning activities, how to create an engaging onsite experience and contemporary adult learning principles. In most cases, we’ve got the RFP process all wrong. Experiment with a small event or a small portion of a larger event.

Innovation 100

Innovation Michigan Social Media Strategy 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 7, 2015

In a content curation process, a committee comprised of a cross-section of the organization’s key constituents first identifies the topics of greatest interest or concern to the industry. Of course, practice is still the best strategy for mentoring speakers who have no previous digital presentation experience. video, poll, chat).

Committee 100

Committee Review Content Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 9, 2015

Make your eRFPs pop with clear details, and consider working with CVBs to streamline the process. Crowdsource: Publicly display social media posts from attendees, such as comments and photos.

Denver 100

Denver Georgia Survey Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 19, 2015

Institutional capabilities are all skills, processes, tools and systems that an organization uses as a whole to drive meaningful business results. says executives most often identify skills in strategy, operations and marketing and sales as most important for business performance, focusing efforts mostly on frontline employees.

Survey 100

Survey Class Tools Resources 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 31, 2016

What I am enjoying most about this process is finding opportunities to apply what I am learning as I go. For me, it is important to look at what I can apply right now, what should be part of a longer-term strategy and what I want to explore further. A: Currently, I am studying to take the Certified Association Executive exam in May.

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Certificate Library 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

The course continued with a variety of instructional strategies, segmented content sequences and real-life facilitator tips and stories. Interestingly enough, this course aligned with Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction , a systematic instructional design process (which I quite enjoy!) with a focus on learner outcomes.

Handbook 100

Handbook Course Education Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Another key takeaway: The majority of all respondents report technology has increased their revenue from educational offerings, but less than a quarter have a strategy in place to launch new learning platforms. Have a formal, documented strategy for their use of technology for learning. Use a learning content management system (LCMS).

Social Media 100

Social Media System Technology Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Bottom line: Embed choices into the learning process, even if they don’t seem meaningful. As such, trainers should integrate these strategies into their methods and curricula. It’s easy to assume these choices don’t matter, but they engage learners and cost nothing.”. What does this mean?

Sample 100

Sample Cost Education Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 24, 2014

The backbone of the strategy was the Connected Learning Center, located in the middle of the exhibit hall. ASPPA used the free, open-source platform All Our Ideas for the voting process. The process was then repeated. These open-door meetings gave speakers and attendees the opportunity to discuss the work they’re doing.

Washington 100

Washington Conference System Technology 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JUNE 23, 2015

Include everyone, from every department, in your engagement strategy. Through the process of developing genuine relationships, associations become necessary partners in helping our audiences achieve their most important goals, and we achieve our goals—to be financially healthy, vital, growing, mission-driven organizations—as a result.”

Products 100

Products Innovation Revenue Member Engagement 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Included here may be research time to develop unique content, custom Prezi or PowerPoint presentations, innovative instructional strategies, interactive learning exercises, engaging discussion topics and supplementary handouts. As a planner, what other strategies have you found effective for securing professional speakers at a reduced rate?

Tips 100

Tips Cost Video Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

One of my MBA students this summer was asked to write a marketing piece to replace existing (and terrible) website copy as part of her job interview process. One day, an acquaintance asked her to go to lunch with her and a couple of friends to discuss philanthropy strategy and kick some ideas around. Never again!

Proposal 100

Proposal Case Study Project Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Although it’s a great idea – especially in light of the sheer number of blank stares I see on the faces of lost people each day as I walk the floors of my property – there are many considerations that must be factored into this type of way-finding strategy. For starters, there’s the venue’s approval process.

Communications 100

Communications Cost Conference Team 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

From the whitepaper: “Is there a process that can help associations achieve our missions, stay in business, find problems worth solving and make a real and meaningful difference for our members, achieving the sustainable, dynamic impact we seek? Thanks to Engel for her contribution! Q: How would you simply explain lean startup methodology?

Innovation 100

Innovation Resources Products Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 13, 2012

So, it quickly becomes evident that a simple content curation strategy could easily help qualify some of this information, further promoting the organization as a valuable resource and content expert. Identify your organization’s available communication channels and draft a comprehensive marketing strategy that utilizes multiple media.

Content 100

Content Newsletter Social Media Case Study 100