Eric Lanke

JULY 2, 2018

I have to take issue with Amanda Kaiser of the Smooth the Path blog, who said in a recent post that trade associations don't really have organizational memberships. Because as the CEO of a trade association, I'd have to say that Kaiser is not seeing the whole picture. My association is by no means unique in this regard.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 8, 2019

Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) was thinking through these goals. In its role as the leading trade association for the promotional products industry (think conference swag, company pens, branded gear), PPAI brings suppliers and distributors together. Promo Connect: Reaching More Members with New Value.

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Association Freak

MARCH 25, 2021

The Future Ain't What It Used To Be For Affinity Products. Are affinity products for associations a thing of the past? Membership organizations have always offered third-party products to their members. Affinity products have served essential roles. The Decline of Affinity Product Revenue. Maximize member value.

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Association Navigator

AUGUST 15, 2016

The question boils down to this: what’s the value proposition of trade association participation for my company? The “expense” of trade association participation includes several elements with both direct and indirect costs: Membership Dues – why are they so high, how are they used? Participation can be expensive. Conclusion.

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Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

Communities benefit all types of organizations—trade associations are no exception. We’re already pretty vocal about how trade associations can use private online communities to collaborate. Here are a few pointers for how to structure and manage your trade association’s online community, and create value for your members: 1.

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HighRoad Solution

MARCH 20, 2020

At HighRoad, we’ve always been 100% virtual, so this is one area that we can help to shed some light with some realistic tricks of the trade. Human connection is still necessary and can still be achieved while working remotely.

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Association Leaders

OCTOBER 17, 2011

There are staff meetings, conference calls, webinars, committee and task force meetings, board meetings, conferences, trade shows, and more. Here are some tips I have for making meetings more productive. Let me know if you have any to share.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

To increase seafood production in the U.S., With growing evidence that domestic seafood production isn’t meeting consumer demand, a new advocacy group called Stronger America Through Seafood is aiming to increase the industry’s production capacity through the use of aquaculture techniques. is imported. While the U.S.

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Idea Architects

APRIL 18, 2016

along with some variations to help you achieve other objectives: trading cards with topical tips from peers. Offers a fun activity (collecting tips trading cards) that can be sustained throughout a multiple-day event. Prepare tip cards in final form(s) for production. Print appropriate number of hard copies.

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Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 2, 2021

In today’s trade association environment, it is more important than ever to research the nuances of your organization’s revenue streams to find the optimal mix of non-dues revenue (NDR) generating products for your specific organization.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 1, 2019

NBA Top Shot, a new platform being developed by the creators of a successful blockchain-based game, will allow fans to collect, trade, and compete with their favorite player moments. Rather than trading players, you’re trading winning shots or effective defensive plays. “We

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KiKi L'Italien's Acronym Soup

OCTOBER 28, 2013

One exemplary standout from the lineup of speakers is Maya Kalman, SWANK Productions CEO. trade show and conference on Wednesday, October 30. The focus of the interactive Plan-A-Thon this year is for attendees to reinvent three key event formats: the award show, the gala fund-raiser, and the product launch.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 25, 2021

Tracy King has come to the rescue with an excellent idea: host the trade show/expo on your learning management system (LMS) —a long-lasting and sustainable solution for exhibitors, prospective customers and your association. Whether they’re at an in-person, virtual or hybrid trade show, a survey shows exhibitors are dissatisfied.

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Associations Now

JUNE 20, 2017

In response to recent fraud incidents in the organic food industry, the Organic Trade Association is upping its advocacy efforts to stop violations. The trade association has always placed the highest priority on the integrity of the seal in the marketplace,” OTA CEO Laura Batcha said.

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Protech

JULY 23, 2020

And with Protech’s product line constantly evolving — business intelli gence and a mobile app platform were recently added to the suite of world-class business applications for associations — top-notch developers are vital to our success. . Enter Protech Web Application Architect and Lead Product Developer Diego Altmann. .

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 28, 2016

The factors that influence loyal attendees to come to a trade show are quite different, in many instances, than organizers’ perceptions—factors used to select sites, sell to their exhibitors, and plan their conference education. Event organizers take heed: It appears that your tech exhibitors continue to be important to your show floor mix.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 19, 2024

James Young of Product Community describes a twist on mentoring. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Host: Community Brands Speakers: Jason Daiger, Vice President of Product & Client Services, Events, and Tirrah Switzer, Senior Director of Product Marketing, Community Brands Tue 4/23 at 1 p.m. –

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Association Adviser

JULY 16, 2013

There’s plenty of advice out there about how to make the most of a trade show experience. Attendees will to come to your booth and engage in conversation about your products. Make sure that a prospect can tell what your product or service is. Don’t assume that everyone knows your company and products.

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Associations Now

JUNE 20, 2016

Engage Cuba, which is looking to build congressional consensus for a broader trade policy, has found a groundswell of support among business leaders, universities, and trade groups in Texas. The United States’ fledgling efforts to bring Cuban trade back to life are getting rolling, thanks in no small part to Texas.

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NXUnite

APRIL 2, 2024

This approach supports and advertises your nonprofit while also increasing consumer loyalty by aligning the company’s products and services with social causes. To do this, companies often donate to causes aligned with their products and services. For example, Bombas is a popular retailer. million grant to the National FFA Organization.

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NXUnite

MARCH 22, 2024

From large trade shows to fundraising events, having an event platform that facilitates planning, alleviates common bottlenecks, and enhances the attendee experience can ensure success every time. Outline factors you consider non-negotiable or the specific features and tools you want your product to offer.

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MemberClicks

JANUARY 19, 2023

Our AMS tools – MC Professional and MC Trade – have built in tools to help you identify renewal patterns, make communication more efficient, simplify payment and pull reports. Both MC Professiona l and MC Trade have built in reporting tools that let you pull data in a visual way to make understanding renewal rates easy.

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Associations Now

MARCH 16, 2017

Here’s the story of how a biological products group is keeping up by expanding its membership and changing its name. To keep pace with growth and new business models in its industry, the Biological Products Industry Alliance has adopted a new name and invited new companies to join the fold as members.

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Higher Logic

MARCH 27, 2019

You’re very capable, as you’ve learned your trade on the job with some specialized training, but you’re a sole proprietor, and you’ve got some questions. This is an amazing product. Related : Four common challenges for trade associations and how you can tackle them with community solutions. Who do you turn to?

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Associations Now

AUGUST 3, 2016

remain focused on free trade? And as the Brexit process continues, the Scotch Whisky Association is asking for some clarity—particularly regarding trade issues that could affect the industry’s future growth. to continue participating in EU free-trade agreements and to establish its own agreements with other countries.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 24, 2017

Wildlife Trafficking Alliance created a new toolkit for partner associations to educate their members and customers on how to avoid buying products illegally made from endangered species. Much of this trade takes place abroad, where travelers may encounter unfamiliar objects and be unaware that they are contributing to the problem.

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GrowthZone

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The actual cost is difficult to measure but may include increased workloads, overtime expenses, and reduced productivity associated with low employee morale. The bucks can eventually be traded in for real goods, time off, or gift cards. Employees who feel appreciated are more productive and loyal. Pass the bucks.

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AMR Management Services

JUNE 12, 2012

Using Board Members to Engage Attendees at Your Trade Show. Your conference committee, board of directors and association staff has spent countless hours putting together a trade show or convention that will be beneficial for both attendees and exhibitors. The names will only be announced in the trade show. by Lauren Mangnall.

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Associations Now

MARCH 7, 2016

Meat-focused trade groups are pretty common in DC and elsewhere, but if Tofurky and almond milk are more your speed, this newly launched association should be right up your alley. Among the founding members of the group are companies whose products have become more prominent in grocery aisles as the product category has gained in popularity.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

Intellectual property-focused trade groups, however, were more accepting of TPP. ” Trade Groups More Welcoming. ” The post Trans-Pacific Partnership: Advocacy, Trade Groups Split on Agreement appeared first on Associations Now.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

An agreement announced by the White House this week would slash tariffs on technology products. The plan still needs to be approved by a World Trade Organization working group, but meanwhile the tech industry is praising the breakthrough in U.S.-China China trade relations. companies.”. .” companies.”. .”

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

The primary trade group for the Irish whiskey industry is teaming with the home country’s government—as well as asking for help from its members—to help protect the integrity of the product across borders. The post Irish Whiskey Association Launches Campaign to Protect Key Product appeared first on Associations Now.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 5, 2023

Let’s look at my career, product marketing as an example. Product marketing is a career that has completely evolved and grown over the last decade. Until a few years ago, there was no association dedicated to product marketers. With more niche careers, people are looking to expand their networks and advance their careers.

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Reid All About it

MAY 7, 2021

Even after resuming public performances, some theater troupes plan to keep streaming their productions , reports Terry Teachout at the Wall Street Journal. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric. Topics will include technology, trade shows and the ways in which revenues will be recalculated.

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Associations Now

JULY 14, 2014

And with France involved, the situation is threatening to turn into something of an international trade crisis. And that has trade groups, along with some powerful government allies, concerned. ” A major trade conflict? It’s why you can’t make Cava outside of Catalonia, Spain, and still call it Cava.

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Associations Now

MAY 5, 2016

After a top Defense Department official appeared to endorse Windows 10 last month, a major computing trade group spoke out, raising concerns that specific endorsements could create problems for competition in the open market. “That’s as close to an endorsement as I can get for a software product.”

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Blue Sky eLearn

MAY 4, 2020

So, beyond your standard questions about event schedule and production cost, what are the other most important questions to ask a virtual events vendor as you investigate their services? if a trade show is a major part of the event revenues that you are looking to replicate then you may want to invest in a virtual tradeshow solution.

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