March, 2024

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Association Brain Food: 3.8.24

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 2024 association trends. Fíonta shares what they’ve been hearing and seeing lately in the association community and what they suspect is on the horizon. As you might expect, AI is on the list, but they look beyond the usual discussion points. They also give their take on sunsetting, membership models, subscription tactics, community and releasing the need for perfection.

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What to Consider When Pricing Education Programs

WBT Systems

Pricing education programs gives many of us the heebie-jeebies. Too high—you turn off prospective learners, perhaps forever. Too low—you leave money on the table and set a dangerous precedent.

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Engagement Analytics 101: Setting Your Association Up for Success

Association Analytics

Your members can provide you with a lot of data about what they are interested in and how well your association is meeting their needs. Are you taking advantage of this important information, or are you still creating events, products, and activities based on what’s always been done? You can glean a lot of insights about your members once you get your association on board with engagement analytics.

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Donor Stewardship: Tips for Cultivating Major Gifts

NXUnite

When it comes to fundraising and marketing, your nonprofit needs to maximize its revenue in order to fund its important work. Aside from inspiring donors to give more, you must cultivate deeper relationships with them to show your appreciation and strengthen the community surrounding your organization. Donor stewardship allows you to do both! In this guide, we’ll explore how you can cultivate major gifts through effective stewardship by covering the following topics: What is donor stewardship?

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Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Association Member Education

Unlock More Profit and Smarter Packaging for Member Learning Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your association’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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Your essential checklist for a member comms strategy that works

The Association 100

Effective member communication is critical for association success. This “ Member Communications Strategy Checklist ” is an essential resource designed to elevate your association’s engagement, foster stronger relationships and deliver unmatched value to your industry. This comprehensive checklist includes strategies for member segmentation, creating a dynamic communications calendar, leveraging social media for greater reach and offering high-value webinars and events.

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Association Brain Food: 3.1.24

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Education programs. TopClass LMS shares another recap of a session from the Learning Business Summit. They describe how to apply best practices in cognitive, learning and behavioral sciences when designing education programs, so learners are more likely to retain and apply new competencies on the job.

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8 Education Program Marketing Principles to Revisit or Research

WBT Systems

Association professionals must be competent in many areas—or domains, if you’re CAE-bound. Yes, you are modern Renaissance men and women.

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Corporate Transparency Act Ruled UNCONSTITUTIONAL

Association Alert

If you are reading this article, odds are that you have heard of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). Odds also are that this is the first you have heard that a Federal Court in the Northern District of Alabama has ruled it to be unconstitutional because the CTA “ cannot be justified as an exercise of Congress’ enumerated powers.” National Small Business United v.

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5 Ways to Use Learning Management Software to Engage Members

NXUnite

In today’s dynamic landscape, associations play a key role in facilitating networking opportunities, promoting professional development , and providing resources for their members. However, with increasing demands and expectations, simply offering membership benefits is no longer sufficient. To build a thriving membership program , your association must evolve and find innovative ways to engage members continuously.

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2024 Association Survey Results Report

2024 Association Survey Results Report For the 10th year, association professionals across the U.S. and Canada provided a look at the inner workings of their organizations when they replied to GrowthZone’s annual survey. Read the 2024 survey results report to see how your association compares: Top Challenges Retention Rates Non-Renewal Reasons Automatic Renewals Reinstatement Strategies Member Engagement Changes & Strategies Why Members Join Non-Dues Revenue Sources Dues Increases, and more

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Is your association’s communications strategy aligned with your business goals?

The Association 100

When member engagement is key, how do you ensure every communication effort from your association ties back to your overarching business goals, especially regarding member recruitment and retention? We’ve developed a framework designed to give your communications strategy a business goal-oriented lens. It prompts critical reflections on your association’s unique experiences, member needs and challenges, providing a structured approach to align your communications with business object

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The Global Side of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Association Adviser

Republished from Associations Evolve 2023 and Beyond “Isn’t Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) mostly an American issue?” is a question often asked. Yet the need and desire to enhance DEI is not a US issue, it’s a global one.

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Online communities 101: The benefits of leveraging an online community platform

Nimble AMS

According to the latest Community Brands research, 52% of association professionals use an online member community but only 14% rate their use of the platform as excellent. Why should your member-based organization leverage an online community to engage your members? An online community improves member loyalty and drives engagement. Read our blog to learn more about online communities and discover how your association can use one to boost member connections and loyalty.

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Beyond Bronze, Silver, and Gold—Grow Success With Purpose

.orgSource

“People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it.” Simon Sinek A colleague recently referred to the time before the pandemic as “innocent.” That description struck a chord with me. She was talking about how unprepared we were for the dramatic changes we experienced. Our lost innocence isn’t a bad thing. We now understand that on this ship nothing is nailed down and the sea is getting rough.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Forj Newsletter | Empowering Community Growth & Impact

Forj

Professional communities improve our world by helping their members create strong connections and share knowledge. When these members join forces in active communities, they have meaningful experiences that boost their skills and push their careers to new heights.

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3 Strategies to Streamline In-Kind Donations for Supporters

NXUnite

Without fundraising , nonprofits would be hard-pressed to fulfill their missions. But monetary gifts aren’t the only contributions beneficial to your nonprofit. Other donations, such as in-kind gifts, are just as useful. Accepting in-kind donations allows your nonprofit to increase support by capturing the generosity of supporters who might not be able to donate monetary funds.

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Recipe for national media coverage

The Association 100

In a world where capturing the national spotlight can catapult an association to new heights, understanding the ingredients for success is paramount. O&U’s new tip sheet distills this process into an actionable strategy. Starting with a pinch of newsworthiness, this guide emphasizes the blend of creativity, social media savvy and persistence required to make headlines.

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Using Digital Waivers to Streamline Association Events

AMR Management Services

In 2023, 49% of associations reported an increase in membership. This is a significant increase from 2021, in which only 26% of associations saw an increase. While some of this growth was due to market changes, associations say that members are excited to attend events in person, meet with fellow professionals, and get involved in… The post Using Digital Waivers to Streamline Association Events first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion during the 2024 Women’s History Month

Nimble AMS

March is Women’s History Month. Since 1987, the United States has honored women’s ongoing contributions to history, society, and culture. The 2024 Women’s History Month celebrates women who promote equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts. This March, join us in honoring the women who make your organization and community a better place! What is Women’s History Month?

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Build a Mission-Worthy Team

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When the first crew of astronauts departs for Mars, Suzanne T. Bell’s work will play a large role in their success. Bell is an associate professor of industrial and organizational psychology at DePaul University. She studies team composition. During the Mars mission, the astronauts will be confined in a space the size of a studio apartment for more than two-and-a-half years.

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Forj Appoints Dhaval Vasavada as Chief Technology Officer

Forj

Forj , the leading community and learning platform provider for associations and professional networks, announced the appointment of Dhaval Vasavada as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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Tips to Cultivate School Spirit in Your Next Fundraiser

NXUnite

Picture this—your elementary school is bustling with students returning from the summer holiday and your school board is brainstorming how you can channel their school spirit and excitement into your next fundraiser. By tapping into this collective energy early on as the new school year kicks off, you can establish a solid foundation that not only celebrates the return to school but also builds anticipation and support for upcoming events.

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5 Habits of Growth-Oriented Associations

We’ve identified the five defining characteristics of future-focused associations. Adopting these traits allows your organization to chart a course for long-term growth and success. Find out: Why some organizations are more adept at navigating and overcoming challenges facing all associations. The success formula for thriving associations, including a behind-the-scenes peek at some flourishing organizations.

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Unlock the secrets of PR investments with The A100 Podcast!

The Association 100

Dive deep into the often-mystifying world of PR services with myself and Meghan Henning. This episode demystifies the cost, effort and significant benefits of PR for associations: “We tell everyone you don’t communicate just for the sake of communicating. It has to come back to your business goals.” Discover the real work behind becoming an industry leader, the strategic planning involved and the tangible outcomes of PR investments.

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Promoting Your Events: Beyond the Stock Photo

AMR Management Services

In the association world, we know attendees choose meetings based on a variety of reasons: continuing education requirements, networking with colleagues, staying current on industry trends, products and services and, of course, the location and venue. Hawaiian Board retreat in the summer? Winter conference at a ski resort? These locations and venues have a built-in… The post Promoting Your Events: Beyond the Stock Photo first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Learn how to best optimize your data for AI.

HighRoad Solution

Hungry Hungry Hippo was a cool game. The strategy was pretty basic. You had four different hippos all chomping down on plastic marbles. Each player had a hippo. The goal was to hit the hungry hippo at just the right time to gobble up the marbles. But, as kids, that translated to hitting the hippo lever obsessively to get as much circular yumminess as possible.

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7 learner engagement strategies for a successful continuing education program

Freestone

Introduction Are you looking for strategies to boost learner engagement in your continuing education program? Look no further! Freestone LMS has reviewed the top learner engagement strategies to foster a successful continuing education program. Check out our top seven strategies for learning engagement. Why your continuing education program should utilize learner engagement strategies To drive learner engagement in your continuing education program, you need the right strategies and the best t

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.