Associations Now

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Come 2020, sustainability will be more important to events than ever before, according to CWT Meetings & Events’ M&E 2020 Future Trends Report. Sure, your organization has an association management system—the question is whether you’re using it effectively. The post Daily Buzz: 2020’s Big Meetings Trend?

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AMG

DECEMBER 14, 2019

2020 is approaching and if your board has not had your end of year meeting or planning meeting for next year, these 7 items should be factored into your agenda planning meeting. Here are 7 items your HOA Board should focus on as part of your plan for the community in 2020.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: How to adapt your communication approach and expectations with both mentors and mentees during pandemic times. Marketing Your Association While Building Your Personal Brand in 2020 (Association Chat). marketing and communication professional.

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JUNE 4, 2021

We’re taking the hard-learned lessons from 2020 and establishing a new normal for association pros. We’re taking the hard-learned lessons from 2020 and establishing a new normal for association pros. We’re taking the hard-learned lessons from 2020 and establishing a new normal for association pros.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 6, 2023

The 2020 United States Census reports that women have increased STEM employees from 8% in 1970 to 27% in 2019. Nicole Bowen Supervisor, Business Analyst of Association Management and Nonprofit Solutions at RSM US LLP Nicole Bowen is a leader in association management and non-profit technology solutions.

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Ungrated

OCTOBER 13, 2020

While many sectors of the global economy have been hard hit, community association management continues to be a profession in high demand. CAI launched the Community Management Training and Certification Program in September for 2020 college graduates. The course is available in English and Spanish.

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SBI

JULY 30, 2023

COVID-19 Challenges for IOA Virtual Meetings | Financial Sustainability | Education/LMS Challenge: IOA canceled 7 in-person Foundations courses due to COVID-19 in 2020, which would have trained 200+ emerging ombuds. As the largest revenue-generating program for IOA, canceling courses resulted in a significant loss of funds.

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AvidXchange: Association Management

APRIL 20, 2021

It learned about the benefits of remote working and found out how vital business-to-business communication is and will continue be. To better understand the shifting landscape, AvidXchange surveyed nearly 500 members of the Community Associations Institute (CAI). Survey respondents said “adaptability is key. Adaptability is key.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Hear from two event organizers who safely delivered hybrid events for their associations at the end of 2020: WISPA2020 hosted by the Wireless Internet Service Provider Association and the ICCA Congress 2020. While 2020 was the year to learn virtual, 2021 is the year to master virtual. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

19 tips for reading more this year, from people who read a ton in 2020. Hear different perspectives on the issue including proposed timeframes for return, balancing organizational and individual needs, legal and ethical decision-making considerations, and managing a hybrid workforce. Host: Talley Management. 1 CAE credit.

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Ungrated

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Earlier this year, we were thrilled to accept the bronze award for the best overall blog site at the 2021 AM&P Network EXCEL Awards , an annual program that recognizes excellence and leadership in nonprofit association media, publishing, and communications. Pandemic pets: Welcoming your community’s newest, furriest residents.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Were you ready for the year that was 2020? Nonetheless, there your association was, suddenly needing to switch to virtual engagement with members. I can’t think of a time that the importance of digital transformation was more apparent than in 2020. The future might be uncertain, but you can still be prepared. Not likely.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Association compensation had been rising at all levels, fueled by a robust recruiting marketplace and strong economy, but that came to a halt in March 2020. Let’s get ready to knock-off 2020’s business challenges and kick-off 2021 stronger than ever. Taking the CAE Exam in December 2020? More info/reminder.

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SBI

JULY 29, 2023

COVID-19 Challenges for IOA Virtual Meetings | Financial Sustainability | Education/LMS Challenge: IOA canceled 7 in-person Foundations courses due to COVID-19 in 2020, which would have trained 200+ emerging ombuds. As the largest revenue-generating program for IOA, canceling courses resulted in a significant loss of funds.

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Higher Logic

MARCH 6, 2020

Beth, Staff Vice President, Marketing, at AAAE, is a mastermind at using Higher Logic’s marketing automation platform with her association management system, iMIS, to create precise target groups for personalized messaging. You’re in luck – registration for Super Forum 2020 is open.

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SBI

APRIL 15, 2020

Here’s the truth: The economic impact of COVID-19 was felt first and hardest by trade associations and professional societies, especially those with events scheduled for the next four to six months. Your association management company or staff should be completing all negotiations under your direction to cancel or postpone your events.

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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. important to community associations. ways to communicate effectively ?and?

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AssociationChat

JUNE 1, 2021

Throughout her career, Michelle has demonstrated a commitment to the association community and ASAE, and a proven ability to drive alignment and results in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment,” Caldeira said. Michelle is a strategic thinker, proven consensus builder, effective communicator, and fearless advocate.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Whether you’re looking for tools for accounting, event management, fundraising or something else in your operation, we’ve got you covered. Association Management Resources. Association management software is one of the best ways to get most of the tools you need all in one package.

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Association Professionals Annual Holiday Party. Just because 2020 has us stuck at home, it doesn’t mean we can’t still meet up as a community! You’ll meet old friends and make new ones in this fun, interactive online event. – Looking Toward the Future: What 2021 Will Hold for Associations.

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APRIL 16, 2021

Christina Lewellen, CAE, Executive Director, The Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools. Laura Lewis, Chief Communications Officer, Commercial Real Estate Women Network. Host: Community By Association. Presenter: Shannon Emery, Higher Logic User Group (HUG) community manager at Higher Logic.

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AssociationChat

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The Professional Convention Management Association states that associations dedicate a 35-percent average of budget and revenues to conferences and events. ASAE has called for a pandemic risk insurance solution since March 2020.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Communicating Through a Crisis. Crisis communications has gone from an occasionally mentioned discussion point to now a trending topic. For marketing and communications professionals, having a crisis communication plan in place is a must – but what if you don’t have a marcomm professional on your team to make one?

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Ungrated

AUGUST 31, 2021

Johnson, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, received the Outstanding Volunteer Service Award , which recognizes a member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and long-term dedication to CAI and community associations. The announcement of the 2020 recipient was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic; CAI did not hold its Annual Conference last year.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 25, 2021

When you think about association management software (AMS), you likely think of association-specific features that help you manage day-to-day membership processes. But do you ever consider if the AMS vendor truly understands associations? Benchmark Report: How Associations Can Prepare for Future Growth.

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Membersuite

JANUARY 27, 2021

In fact, 69% of associations have seen an increase in member engagement since the pandemic began, according the Association Economic Outlook Report , conducted in the fall of 2020 by Marketing General Inc. These associations saw opportunities amidst a crisis. How are you segmenting your email communications?

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Ungrated

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

General costs of doing business rose globally in 2020 due to wage increases, annual inflation, increase in employer premiums, cost of living, and implementation of new technologies and equipment to manage remote workforces and provide continued services. Boards should anticipate increases in fees for professional services too.

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Association TRENDS

JUNE 30, 2020

As an association professional, you probably hear about AMSs all the time. And as an association service provider, Association TRENDS loves an acronym as much as the next guy, but let’s go ahead and break it down. If event management isn’t painful, you’re not doing it right.

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AssociationChat

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

GSAE Supports Community, Safety at 2020 Annual Meeting. Savannah, Ga. ––– 113 GSAE members, speakers, and guests attended the 2020 Georgia Society of Association Executives Annual Meeting, August 26-28, at the Hyatt Regency Savannah in Savannah, Georgia. Photos provided by the Georgia Society of Association Executives.

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JULY 24, 2020

Although Elizabeth Merritt wrote this article for the museum community in 2019, it’s applicable to the association community in 2020. Presenters: Tim Bower, Director of TMG Association Solutions Consulting @Talley Management Group. Joe Sapp, Chief Operating Officer @Talley Management Group.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Last week, the association management software firm GrowthZone released its 2020 Association Annual Survey Results , and it has good and bad news. Forty-five percent of association professionals surveyed said their new-member rate increased, only one percentage point less than the previous year.

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Protech

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Nove mber 11, 2020 – Protech Associates, Inc. Protech), a proven association management technology provider for associations and member-based organizations, hired John Bjorn as Chief Revenue Officer. COLUMBIA, Md.

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Fonteva

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

After all, no one could have predicted the impact of last year, and it’s likely that your own association needs an engagement boost. If you haven’t invested in a management solution for your association, then right now is a great time to start. Email marketing and communication. Event planning and management.

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Association Success

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Those fundamentals still hold true in 2020, though the coronavirus pandemic has upended the standard meeting format completely. Combine this feedback with data from your association management system (AMS) to suggest specific events or sessions that could be of particular interest to them ahead of time. No need to go overkill.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 26, 2021

The webinar will cover physical distancing layouts, enforcing mask/sanitization policies, keeping attendees engaged and enjoying the event, lessons learned, and how communication between all parties has never been more important. Association Management Companies (AMCs) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Part 1. Host: Hopskip.

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JUNE 26, 2020

COVID-19 restrictions on in-person events are forcing associations to quickly move education online so their members can maintain certifications and professional credentials. ExOrdoCon 2020: Beyond the Conference Walls – Exploring the Power of Virtual Experiences. Host: Association Insights In Old Town. 1 CAE credit.

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ISAE

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Implement Smart Technology Solutions Fortunately for association professionals, there are a number of technology solutions on the market to help support and improve your sponsorship program. For example, you can leverage solutions like these to improve efficiency, sourcing, and outcomes: Event management. Association management.

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