Associations Now

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

I have some bittersweet news to share with you today: This will be my final Membership blog post for Associations Now. If you’ve read ASAE’s ForesightWorks research , you might label this member engagement strategy as an attempt to foster “ more human humans.”. What does that mean? Identify member multipliers. Take a stance.

United States 68

United States Member Engagement Member Experience Innovation 68

WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Department of Labor, in December 2016 there were 5.6 Existing Technology: Between learning management systems (LMS), association management systems (AMSs) and social media, many associations have a robust technology ecosystem in place to support rapidly changing skills-based training and digital badges. According to the U.S.

LMS 252

LMS Certificate Library Education 252

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

If you want to learn more about association technology, check out the DelCor blog. – Looking Forward 2016: Association Business Environmental Scan. The right technology can mean the difference between a big success and a big headache, but the selection process can be daunting. Wed 2/17 at 2 p.m.

Learning Management System 150

Learning Management System LMS Certificate System 150

Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

If you’re a home cook, check out the weekly In The Kitchen posts on my Grabbing the Gusto blog. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Event Strategies 2021 and Beyond.

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LMS Nashville Strategy Video 370

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 18, 2016

If you’ve been following this blog for the past five years (heck….even Without communication, both internally and externally, there’s no content, no strategy. In fact, only 6 percent reported having a communications strategy. Fast forward: Naylor recently released the results of its 2016 Communications Benchmarking Study.

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Communications Survey Social Media Revenue 100

NXUnite

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this article, we’ll introduce you to remarkable social good investors who are actively seeking out companies committed to positive change, including anything from fundraising technology vendors to Google Grants agencies. Essentially, they’ll elevate your content strategy both on and offsite. How do I find social impact investors?

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Directory Education Software Innovation 130

Association Success

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

In a recent blog post on diginomica , Kurt Marko writes that economists often use the term “too big to fail” when describing financial firms whose failure would have such catastrophic implications for the broader economy that it would be irresponsible to allow them to become insolvent. The Tangled Web of Technology Services.

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System Technology Analysis Examples 78

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 2, 2016

If you’re going to the ASAE Technology Conference, like me, and agreed during registration to receive emails from exhibitors, then you’re probably getting several of them a day. Hear about strategies that help turn prospects into new members and ways to customize your website to fit the needs of your members. More info/register.

San Jose 188

San Jose millennials Revenue Content 188

Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2017

Anyone in the association and nonprofit community is encouraged to donate to this digital food drive organized by my friends at DelCor Technology Solutions. If your organization has a webinar scheduled in the near future, please send me the link. .* – Driving an Innovation Strategy. Host: Event Manager Blog.

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Raleigh DC Washington Social Media 186

WBT Systems

APRIL 19, 2017

In June 2016, an article in Association Now magazine referenced a study titled “ Member Engagement Study: Aligning Organization Strategy With What Matters Most to Members.”

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millennials LMS Price Education 245

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events for the association community… ASAE members, check out the excellent GDPR resources and advice shared on Collaborate last week by the Technology Section Council. How to convert blog readers into leads. Host: Event Manager Blog. Who’s a technology geek? [By

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DC Washington Recruiting Recruitment 150

Reid All About it

MAY 17, 2019

Mike Guerrieri of DelCor Technology Solutions shares a rescue plan for improving your association’s IT maturity —coconut shell cocktails not included. Start Attracting Event Investors: How to Develop a Successful Sponsorship Strategy. Hear about industry trends and fresh ideas to inform your sponsorship strategy. 1 CMP credit.

DC 170

DC Washington Social Media Revenue 170

Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Orbit Media released the results of its 2016 survey of 1000+ bloggers. Find out which blogging tactics produce the strongest results. Learn how to evaluate association management software based on important, often overlooked criteria; avoid hidden costs; and attract next generation thinkers and staff with a strong technology platform.

San Antonio 150

San Antonio elearning predictions Handbook Denver 150

Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Orbit Media released the results of its 2016 survey of 1000+ bloggers. Find out which blogging tactics produce the strongest results. Learn how to evaluate association management software based on important, often overlooked criteria; avoid hidden costs; and attract next generation thinkers and staff with a strong technology platform.

San Antonio 150

San Antonio elearning predictions Handbook Denver 150

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 2, 2016

If you’re going to the ASAE Technology Conference, like me, and agreed during registration to receive emails from exhibitors, then you’re probably getting several of them a day. Hear about strategies that help turn prospects into new members and ways to customize your website to fit the needs of your members. More info/register.

San Jose 150

San Jose millennials Revenue Content 150

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Back to business: If you haven’t yet participated in the Tagoras 2016 Social Learning survey , please do. The survey will help the association community better understand how membership organizations use or don’t use social technologies to deliver learning. Jonathan Murray, chief technology officer, DPrism. More info/register.

millennials 150

millennials eBook Washington Innovation 150

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Now that I’m back from the ASAE Technology Conference & Expo , it’s time to get festive. I admit, I’m crazy about my association technology community – such good people. IT analyst firm Gartner tracks the journey of emerging technologies from the “Peak of Inflated Expectations” to the “Trough of Disillusionment.”

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Project Technology Conference Recruiting 150

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Now that I’m back from the ASAE Technology Conference & Expo , it’s time to get festive. I admit, I’m crazy about my association technology community – such good people. How to Keep Your Association’s Technology Project on Schedule. Presenter: Cheryl Contee, Fission Strategy. More info/register.

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Project Technology Conference Recruiting 150

WBT Systems

JANUARY 10, 2017

With so many blog posts and articles, how do you wade through all the predictions to uncover what trends will directly impact your association’s learning technology strategy this year? Mobile learning is referenced in almost every blog or article about 2017 eLearning solutions trends we researched.

LMS 150

LMS Learning Management System Certificate System 150

Potomac Core

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

They face turmoil driven by ever increasing new technologies , evolving consumer preferences , and political polarization. Associations who customize their advocacy strategies will remain relevant. It also requires ongoing member interaction, and Industry focused research to develop and implement Customized Advocacy strategies.

California 132

California Analysis DC Products 132

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Planning an AMS selection/implementation or some other technology project? The Future of Event Technology: 2017 Trend Watch. Explore what’s in store for event technology in 2017. Tue 11/29 – Toolkit of the Month: Blogging Maturity Assessment. Follow Blog via Email. Tue 11/29 at 2 p.m. – 1 CAE credit.

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DC Project Ohio Washington 184

Reid All About it

JUNE 23, 2017

If you need a DIY approach to analytics, take a look at Debbie King’s advice for creating an analytics strategy and roadmap at the Association Analytics blog. Hack’ several critical behavioral design strategies that support more effective and efficient learning. Demystify the data being collected by technology at your events.

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DC Content Education Software 153

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Tagoras , a consulting and education firm specializing in the market for lifelong learning, invites you to participate in a survey that will help our community better understand how membership organizations use or don’t use social technologies to deliver learning. Presenter: Amanda Myers, Director of Member Strategy, Abila.

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Survey Louisville DC Maryland 150

Beth Kanter

JANUARY 4, 2016

Published the Emerging Leaders Playbook: With the generous support of the Packard Foundation and in collaboration with Third Plateau Social Impact Strategies, we wrote and published the Emerging Leaders Playbook. When I look back on 2015, it was a very rich and productive year. And, I expect no less in 2016. Year in Review.

Iowa 28

Iowa San Antonio San Francisco Miami 28

Higher Logic

JANUARY 23, 2018

Having a community manager involved in set up, strategy, and engagement tactics from the beginning will give your community a strong start and help you meet business goals in the future. Get your entire team involved in the community with small tasks like posting blogs and answering questions. Community management services.

Social Media 195

Social Media Software Revenue Project 195

Reid All About it

MARCH 18, 2016

Wed 3/23 – AENC Technology 20.16 Session topics include: websites, gamification and polling, data strategies, conference social media ambassadors, virtual events, cybersecurity, working with IT vendors, technology trends, plus roundtable discussions. – Measuring: Blogging Your Brand. That’s all I know! Conference.

Raleigh 150

Raleigh Arlington Fort Worth Maryland 150

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

We explore some of the key takeaways from the whitepaper in this blog, but we highly recommend that all associations should also read the whitepaper, which is available online. Key among these recommendations is that associations must be willing to consider alternative delivery methods and new technologies. Why the need for change?

Education 150

Education Certificate LMS Learning Management System 150

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Planning an AMS selection/implementation or some other technology project? The Future of Event Technology: 2017 Trend Watch. Explore what’s in store for event technology in 2017. Tue 11/29 – Toolkit of the Month: Blogging Maturity Assessment. Follow Blog via Email. Tue 11/29 at 2 p.m. – 1 CAE credit.

DC 150

DC Project Ohio Washington 150

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Learn about game element fundamentals and mechanics, strategies to increase participation and engagement, and considerations for planning a gamified fundraiser. And of course, the technology to support sales teams (even if it’s a team of one) is getting better and better. Tue 9/13 at 1 p.m. Gamify Your Fundraiser. 1 CAE credit.

Social Media 150

Social Media New Jersey Tips Recruiting 150

Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2017

I used to read lots of food blogs but I got sick of the invasive advertising. Hear unique perspectives from a researcher, technology partner and an association on the role of innovation in associations today. Jo Damato, ‎director, educational development & strategy, National Business Aviation Association. He’s right.

Charlotte 158

Charlotte Raleigh Chicago Leadership 158

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Learn how different meeting rooms support learning outcomes and help maximize meeting ROI, develop a better understanding of how technology can help build multi-way communication in the room and for virtual participants, and hear about different venues types and non-traditional room layouts that help foster connections between and among delegates.

Maryland 150

Maryland millennials Education America 150

Reid All About it

AUGUST 19, 2016

Discuss professional develop (PD) success stories and lessons learned from the 2016 ASAE Annual Meeting. Building a Better Digital Strategy for Member-Based Organizations (Thirty on Thursday). Presenter: David DeLorenzo, CIO, DelCor Technology Solutions. Participate live or view the recording. Wed 8/24 at 10 a.m. Host: Abila.

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Price Social Media Email Marketing Innovation 150

Reid All About it

JUNE 17, 2016

Meeting planners need to stay on top of technological advances, corporate initiatives, budget restrictions, attendee expectations, meeting innovations and organizational goals or risk becoming obsolete. Presenter: Kristi Casey Sanders, director of digital marketing strategy of Plan Your Meetings @ Meeting Professionals International.

LMS 150

LMS Raleigh Content millennials 150

Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2017

I’m looking forward to spending a few days next week talking and thinking about association technology. Content hubs are “more substantial than a blog and more focused than a website… [They] provide contextual depth and authoritative breadth on a select handful of strategic industry topics that matter to your industry.” 1 CMP credit.

Raleigh 150

Raleigh Chicago DC Washington 150

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Insights from the Global Engagement Index 2016: Strengthening Member & Customer Relations Globally. – 4 Hot Technology Trends Driving Change in Events Today. Brandt Krueger, educator, speaker and consultant specializing in the field of event technology. More info/register. Host: Bizzabo. Tue 11/15 at 1 p.m.

Handbook 237

Handbook Washington eBook DC 237

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

If you want to keep up with the mergers, sales and acquisitions in the association technology market, subscribe to Ben Martin’s theNIRD.org. Find out what elements your peers are testing, what works, and what doesn’t as we review results from over 7,000 subject line tests performed in 2016. Follow Blog via Email. Host: Informz.

Los Angeles 158

Los Angeles Chicago North Carolina America 158

WBT Systems

MAY 15, 2018

that we’re hosting with our friends at Talented Learning: How to Scale Online Learning: B2B Market Strategies for Associations. Lack of skills among Learning & Development staff to implement and manage technology-enabled learning. Unreliable technology infrastructure. Even MOOCs have caught on.

Education 155

Education Mooc Course Revenue 155