Spark Consulting

JUNE 1, 2021

A summary of digital transformation maturity assessment tools, and a recommendation as to which we think you should use. A summary of PROPEL’s culture management maturity model. Innovations in Cause-Oriented Fundraising for Associations (PDF), co-authored with Sohini Baliga, December 2017.

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SilkStart

JULY 5, 2017

Operating a member-based association is hard work. Do you need Association Management Software (AMS)? An AMS is a integrated online software suite ( saas ) where you can manage your database of members, events, donations, and other transactions with a modern website presence. Is the cost worth the efficiencies?

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 23, 2023

Dellorso: The partnership between RSM and Nimble AMS started with RSM’s acquisition of Confluence Global, wh ich had been a partner providing implementation and support of the Nimble AMS product since 2017. What was the original goal of forming our partnership? How has that changed or evolved in to our current – day partnership?

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 2, 2016

13 association management experts (including yours truly) make some predictions for 2017 in a new e-book from Aptify. Join a discussion of Designing for Growth: A Design Thinking Tool Kit for Managers by Jeanne Liedtka and Tim Ogilvie. Presenter: Michael Owen, managing partner, EventGenuity, LLC.

San Jose 188

San Jose millennials Revenue Content 188

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 2, 2016

13 association management experts (including yours truly) make some predictions for 2017 in a new e-book from Aptify. Join a discussion of Designing for Growth: A Design Thinking Tool Kit for Managers by Jeanne Liedtka and Tim Ogilvie. Presenter: Michael Owen, managing partner, EventGenuity, LLC.

San Jose 150

San Jose millennials Revenue Content 150

Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2017

If you’re getting ready to select a new association management system, check out this software evaluation checklist from Aptify. Tue 6/13 at 1 p.m.* – 2017 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report. Find out about the latest association growth trends revealed in MGI’s 2017 membership marketing benchmarking survey.

DC 150

DC Marketing System Report 150

WBT Systems

DECEMBER 5, 2017

The association nurtures the relationship by tracking the lead’s online activities and sharing additional relevant content with them. However, many of the leading AMS brands are now offering some of these same engagement tools. According to the 2017 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report from Marketing General, Inc.,

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LMS System Survey Email Marketing 150

GrowthZone

JUNE 21, 2021

Whether your chamber of commerce is regional, local, or niche-specific, a feature-rich Association Management Software (AMS) is a must. This article will help you evaluate different association management software for chambers of commerce. What is Association Management Software (AMS) for Chambers?

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System Software Directory Membership Management 148

GrowthZone

MARCH 12, 2019

Here are 8 ways association management software will improve your workday. Most associations use association management software to manage their data, process joins and renewals, track finances, cultivate member engagement, and streamline tedious tasks. An additional tool is required to backup Excel files.

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Software Directory Cost Tools 97

Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Innovation today is moving at light speed and to deliver a world-class member experience your association needs to be able to leverage a strong platform to take you there. Find out what meeting planners can expect from the industry in 2017. Why 2017 Is the Year to Re-Evaluate Your Event Tech. More info/register. Host: Impexium.

San Antonio 150

San Antonio elearning predictions Handbook Denver 150

Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Innovation today is moving at light speed and to deliver a world-class member experience your association needs to be able to leverage a strong platform to take you there. Find out what meeting planners can expect from the industry in 2017. Why 2017 Is the Year to Re-Evaluate Your Event Tech. More info/register. Host: Impexium.

San Antonio 150

San Antonio elearning predictions Handbook Denver 150

Ungrated

JUNE 23, 2021

We are proud to share with you that the Ungated blog is one of three CAI publications recently honored with EXCEL Awards , an annual program that recognizes excellence and leadership in nonprofit association media, publishing, and communications. Our flagship publication, Common Ground?????

Resources 52

Resources Newsletter Texas Association Management 52

Association Adviser

DECEMBER 19, 2017

at the 2017 ASAE Technology Conference & Expo held Dec. 12-13, 2017. “‘Is While this is a question on the member or potential member’s end, it’s a problem – of perception – on the association end. Use an integrated marketing technology platform to harness your association’s data. You Just Read My Mind!”

Technology 62

Technology Marketing Cost Tools 62

Association Adviser

DECEMBER 19, 2017

at the 2017 ASAE Technology Conference & Expo held Dec. 12-13, 2017. “‘Is While this is a question on the member or potential member’s end, it’s a problem – of perception – on the association end. Use an integrated marketing technology platform to harness your association’s data. You Just Read My Mind!”

Technology 60

Technology Marketing Cost Tools 60

Association Adviser

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

For our November poll, we asked Association Adviser readers if they’d rather have more staff to help with membership marketing or more money to help power their membership marketing plans. I’d definitely prefer to have more money to execute a membership marketing plan,” said Christina McCoy, CAE, of AMPED Association Management.

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CA Marketing eBook Tools 61

Reid All About it

JANUARY 20, 2017

I could get on my soapbox about this topic, but you’d probably rather listen to Chris Kasmark at DelCor – he lays out four reasons why your association should rethink how you handle IT. Inquiring minds want to know: where’s association management software heading in 2017? The LMS Meets 2017: What Every Buyer Must Know.

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LMS Arlington Content Review 150

Reid All About it

JANUARY 27, 2017

Consultant Sheri Jacobs, CAE, takes a look at “five consumer trends associations shouldn’t ignore and raises some questions to consider as you plan for the future.”. It’s a social media cheat sheet updated with info on image sizing, new features, tools, sharing tips and more. – Rebroadcast: PCMA Convening Leaders LIVE 2017.

Social Media 150

Social Media Case Study Washington Florida 150

Reid All About it

JANUARY 27, 2017

Consultant Sheri Jacobs, CAE, takes a look at “five consumer trends associations shouldn’t ignore and raises some questions to consider as you plan for the future.”. It’s a social media cheat sheet updated with info on image sizing, new features, tools, sharing tips and more. – Rebroadcast: PCMA Convening Leaders LIVE 2017.

Social Media 150

Social Media Case Study Washington Florida 150

Reid All About it

JANUARY 20, 2017

I could get on my soapbox about this topic, but you’d probably rather listen to Chris Kasmark at DelCor – he lays out four reasons why your association should rethink how you handle IT. Inquiring minds want to know: where’s association management software heading in 2017? The LMS Meets 2017: What Every Buyer Must Know.

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LMS Software Arlington Cost 150

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Webinar Benchmarks Report 2017. Find out what it means to embrace the cloud, what “the cloud” actually is, how it’s used by Fortune 500 companies and associations, and why you should do the same. Podcasting is the perfect communication tool for association professionals with a shoestring budget and lots of content ideas.

Content 150

Content Software Project Marketing 150

GrowthZone

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Whether your membership organization is in the association or chamber of commerce sector, a feature-rich Association Management Software (AMS) is a must. This article will help you compare and evaluate different association management software options to help you do just that. Workflow management.

Membership Management 78

Membership Management Software Directory System 78

ISAE

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Software exists that helps connect your association with like-minded sponsors. Association management. Wrapping Up Whether you’re trying to boost revenue from a fundraising event or simply make more waves in the business world, these ideas can help your association make meaningful improvements in your sponsorship program.

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Nebraska Revenue Software Education 52

.orgSource

MARCH 6, 2023

ENA brings objectivity to the process by using the net promoter score as a tool to measure success. ENA’s culture journey brought the group from a score of minus one in 2017 to a score of 40.5 Thanks to our partners and speakers who made this day a great success.

Leadership 88

Leadership Wisconsin Arlington Strategy 88

Association Adviser

MARCH 11, 2019

Nicole, director of chapter and district relations at AAP, Annie, senior manager for chapter and district relations, and their team of seven manage relationships with 66 AAP chapters across the United States and Canada that build local capacity to implement AAP policies that enhance the well-being of children.

United States 92

United States Tools Resources Leadership 92

Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2017

Hear about the future of learning technologies and how to support learning needs in 2017 and beyond, including: key insights into the future of eLearning; the importance of having the right technology to keep up with your learners’ needs; LMS features and capabilities to support next-level trends, including social, mobile, AI, etc.

Raleigh 150

Raleigh North Carolina Chicago Technology 150

Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 26, 2016

It was inspired by the take-down of strategic planning in Humanize , and in it I pledge to stop using that term to describe the messy, constantly evolving process my association uses to determine our direction and set our objectives. As the authors continually remind the reader, people play differently when they are keeping score.

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Guidelines Team Process Video 100

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I was all excited to share a must-read article from ASAE (members-only) by Kaihan Krippendorff about how your association can lead your industry in the blockchain revolution. Host: ASAE Association Management Company Section Council.

Social Media 170

Social Media DC System Washington 170

Association Adviser

APRIL 27, 2018

Over the past few years, we’ve grown our product offerings, so in 2017 IFMA decided to change our department structure to enhance support abilities. At the time, I had an incredible leader and mentor in my manager and was fortunate that she recommended moving me into the director role.

Houston 74

Houston Florida Nashville Library 74

Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2017

Your weekly list of free webinars and events for the association community… If your association plans to get a new association management system (AMS) in the next few years, or you want to learn more about AMS selection and implementation, or you just have an abnormal interest (hello!) Duration: 2 hours.

Raleigh 186

Raleigh DC Washington Social Media 186

MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

With so many possible matches, it’s quite likely that number includes at least some of your association’s supporters. If your association targets businesses rather than individuals, you should include firmographic information in your association management software (AMS) system. Firmographic Information. She earned a B.S.

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Committee Tampa Social Media Software 52

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Hear ideas for fine-tuning your association’s social media presence with no-cost or low-cost solutions. Come for the swap on social media tools and stay for a live Association Chat to see these ideas in action and a behind-the-scenes look at a live streaming event. Organizer: Association Networking Group.

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DC Washington Raleigh Social Media 153

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Hear ideas for fine-tuning your association’s social media presence with no-cost or low-cost solutions. Come for the swap on social media tools and stay for a live Association Chat to see these ideas in action and a behind-the-scenes look at a live streaming event. Organizer: Association Networking Group.

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DC Washington Raleigh Social Media 153

Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2017

Share your best apps and how you use them in your work…whether it is your association management data base, project or meeting management, scheduler, email, mobile app or other neat tools that saves you work and time. AIIM, the information management association, has been vocal on this subject for years.

Charlotte 158

Charlotte Raleigh Chicago Leadership 158

Forj

JULY 5, 2017

Brown , Vice President, Government Affairs, American Medical Association and. 2017 marks the first performance measurement period under Medicare’s new Quality Payment Program (QPP), created by the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA). Association Management Challenge.

Minneapolis 79

Minneapolis Learning Management System New York California 79

Associations Now

JUNE 27, 2017

“Every time we make a tool to benefit the editorial team, the e-commerce team benefits from that also,” Bertolini explained. It would be the tools to build your content and display that content to the world. For an association, it might be an online community platform. That’s easy.

Florida 45

Florida New York Content System 45

Association Adviser

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

You set up the campaign, and your association management software and marketing automation software run in the background, sending notices out on schedule to everyone who still hasn’t renewed her membership, registered for the meeting, or bought the webinar or book. And many associations are NOT in crisis.

Social Media 71

Social Media Recruiting Recruitment Software 71

Leading Learning

MAY 24, 2022

It has also meant that integration between learning platforms and other platforms like customer relationship management systems, association management systems, Webinar platforms, and marketing automation systems has become dramatically easier and less costly.

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