Association Freak

MARCH 2, 2024

REBOUND IN MEMBER GROWTH After a decline in 2021 and 2022, associations are witnessing a significant rebound, with member growth rates reaching their highest since 2016. AI FOR MEMBER SERVICE Automation and AI-driven FAQs streamline routine transactions and inquiries, enhance efficiency, and improve member satisfaction.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

As companies are increasingly deciding to hold at least part of their 2021 and 2022 meetings in-person, more are turning to third-party planners who now provide even more services to ease the transition to what comes next. 365-Day Member Communication: Re-Engaging Your Members in a Post-Covid Era. Tue 9/7 at 2 p.m.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Your members want to connect. The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study reports that the first reason members join associations is to network, and the sixth is to socialize. Is your association maximizing the reach of your online community? Have your leadership team member respond to the posts directly.

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Associations Now

MAY 1, 2023

Knowing how members prefer to receive communication is important for associations on several fronts, especially when it’s renewal time. That’s why approaching the renewal process with members in mind can help groups build a more successful campaign. Complicating the process may lead members to put their renewal off until later.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 30, 2023

And the more you’re able to understand member behavior, the better able you are to create an experience that meets their needs. Let’s break down several scenarios to show how data analytics can help improve the member experience. The post Creating a Better Member Experience appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Modern software is also key to enhancing the member experience, boosting retention, and attracting new members. When you choose software designed for associations, you’ll be ready to offer flexible membership models and add value for members. . Is your LMS adding member value and keeping up with your learning program?

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OCTOBER 29, 2021

Instead, when you hear crickets, he suggests you ask board members to use specific language—he shares several examples—to express their stance on an issue or proposal. 2022 COVID Guide for Meeting Professionals. Host: MPI (possible fee for non-members). State Legislative Preview: The Biggest Issues You Need to Focus On in 2022.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 8, 2022

But according to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study , only 39% of association professionals have one! While data analytics might be communicated as a high priority, the surveyed association professionals report their confidence in the state of their member data remains weak. Download now.

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MARCH 25, 2022

What to Expect from Event Contracts in 2022. If you are starting to plan your association’s next event or already have events on the books for 2022, you will need to consider how to navigate contract negotiations that take into account all we learned—and still have to learn—in a post-COVID environment. More info/register.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 16, 2022

With 2023 fast approaching, i t’s wise to reflect on t he state of your association and overall member experience. During the past year, d id your organization experience disruption in the form of a shrinking budget or a smaller staff? If so, you’re not alone ! Online community. Career center solutions. Automation.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 28, 2022

The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study has also noted this trend, reporting half of all professionals say their IT budget will increase over the next year. Remember, investing in new technology not only brings benefits to your organizational operations , but it improves the member experience.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 17, 2022

As an association looking to provide the best member experience, it’s vital to offer a mobile-friendly option. Whether discussing the latest industry trend on your online community platform or registering for your annual event, members want to connect with their organization from the convenience of their mobile devices.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

GrowthZone explains how to improve morale and reduce employee turnover by providing a more enjoyable, rewarding, and humane work experience. They share a bunch of good ideas for onboarding, flexible work schedules, employee perks, recognition, and communication. Content marketing. Fri 10/6 at 12:30 p.m. More info/register.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

How to Increase Membership Retention According to the 2022 Membership Marketing Benchmark Report , the median membership renewal rate currently sits at around 84%. If your retention rate is below that number, here are a few quick things you can do to improve it: Communicate effectively. An easy solution is to automate renewal payments.

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GrowthZone

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The Striving for Success blog series features entries from our 2022 Chamber Success Competition. We hope you will learn from these user stories and how you can grow member value, increase productivity, and boost revenue while using GrowthZone’s software solutions. Members enjoy the ease of registration and payments.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 25, 2022

For example, “To support our objective of growing our existing online community in 2022, we will recruit 500 more active online community members by adding a section about the online community to our new member onboarding emails.”. Teaser communications to let members know the community is coming.

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APRIL 1, 2022

Learn how to be an online magnet to engage stakeholders, attract prospects, and enhance your members’ experiences. Our network committee members will each tell the story of their path to becoming an analyst. Host: Jay Daughtry, Chief Communications Officer/Owner, CQbd. Are you planning a face-to-face meeting in 2022?

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In her keynote presentation at.orgCommunity’s 2022 Solutions Day, she outlined how CMA used data to turn around struggling membership initiatives. You heard that right, one of the country’s most famous associations was having difficulty retaining members. The experience was traumatic, but it was also an opportunity for a reset.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Marketing, membership and communications awards. Member experience. Amanda Kaiser says member experience must be the new blueprint for engagement. What has Changed about the Member Experience? every Monday.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Boosting online visibility Did your organization record an increase in new member acquisitions in the past year? According to the 2023 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report , 50% of associations reported an increase in new member acquisitions, up from 44% in the 2022 report!

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APRIL 9, 2021

5 tips to attract and engage the next generation of leaders—excellent advice from members of ASAE’s Healthcare Community Advisory Committee. How to communicate price increases: a timely post if you’re planning to charge a more appropriate amount for your virtual events this year. – Facilit8me: Community of Practice.

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Aptify

JANUARY 21, 2022

As an enterprise association, trade or labor union leader, how can you plan for 2022 and beyond when you don’t know what’s in store? . Here is some association trends data that can help point the way for your organization to better serve your members in uncertain times. . Planning for the future isn’t always easy.

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JUNE 9, 2023

The Community Check-In A weekly community chat on Slack for black professionals working in the events industry. Host: Higher Logic Speakers: Gray Rodriguez, Director of Communications at Film Festival Alliance David Jovel, Director of Sales at Higher Logic Thu 6/15 at 2 p.m. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. More info/register.

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MAY 5, 2023

. – Successful Rebrand (Radio Free 501c ) Radio Free 501c, the podcast of Rogue Tulips Consulting (formerly Nonprofit Conversations) features guests from across the nonprofit community and the business world to share expertise on a variety of topics related to the practice of nonprofit management. 1 CAE credit. . 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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OCTOBER 21, 2022

CEOs and hiring managers use the cover letter as a barometer to gauge a candidate’s ability to effectively communicate. This is an ideal time to showcase your written communication skills to get the job. – WebexOne 2022. Speakers: Dana Hamer, Director of Marketing & Member Engagement, American Urological Association.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Learn how to think strategically, prepare a tactical plan for negotiating effective outcomes including your salary, the importance of researching the parties and objectives, how to use persuasive communication, and how to bargain for the desired outcome. Cathy Song Novelli, SVP of Marketing and Communications, Hubilo. 1 CMP credit. .

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NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The team at Mobilize published a community strategy playbook based on the blueprint they developed for creating their own user community. They guide you step-by-step through creating community strategy, launch, communication and engagement plans—wow, it’s comprehensive and looks like it includes everything you’ll need.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. If you want to know what’s going on with chapters at other associations and how your chapter network compares, check out the 2022 Chapter Performance & Benchmarking Report from Billhighway and Mariner Management. State of chapters.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Two years ago, ASAE started to explore alternatives to the traditional model, and now in 2022 are beginning the rollout of a new suite of tools that will transform and modernize the organization. Chief Communications Officer/Owner, CQbd. Speakers: Andrea Callicutt, Director of Marketing, Sales & Communications at Keystone Systems.

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JULY 22, 2022

Effective Practices in Communicating with Chapter Leaders. Or felt like your communication revolved around administrative asks instead of resources and advice? Some super communicator CRPs share advice and examples on creating effective chapter communication practices. 1 CAE credit. Host: Meetings Today. CAE credits.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Nimble AMS describes how an AMS helps membership directors better understand members, anticipate their needs, and deliver an optimal online experience and personalized communications and content. If your AMS doesn’t help you recruit, engage and retain members , you better start shopping for a new one. Quick hits.

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MAY 13, 2022

They explain how these factors affect the member experience, how the AMS market is changing and what to look for in an AMS. 2022 Tech Trends Report Briefing: Metaverse, AR/VR & Synthetic Media. This is your fast-track to the future of event experience. This is your fast-track to the future of event experience.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Hire for roles such as: Marketing and Communications Manager Development Director Events Manager Member Experience Leader 17. Ideally, look for an all-in-one nonprofit membership software like Memberclicks that can help you achieve your goals while building relationships with members for long-term success.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2022

PropFuel shares 100 questions to ask prospective, current and lapsed members to better understand them, their needs, goals, and more. This seriously valuable list, covering a dozen communication goals, will help you interact with different audience segments in a more relevant and effective way. 5 Secrets to Engage Your Members.

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JULY 15, 2022

Member/customer engagement. PropFuel describes a practice and mindset growing in popularity at many associations, including ASAE: conversational engagement —a fresh approach to communicating and engaging with members and customers. Let’s Solve It: How Can an Online Community Support My Overall Strategy? 1 CAE credit.

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JUNE 17, 2022

It’s a new way to approach communication and engagement with members and customers. During an interview, you must communicate your skills and experience in a way that directly relates to the employer’s needs and how you can add value to their organization. Host: ASAE Professional Development Professionals Community.

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APRIL 8, 2022

If you’ve got the basics of onboarding under your belt, it’s time to focus on the first 30-90 days of a new member’s membership journey. They outline an effective strategy for onboarding new members , along with communication and content suggestions and an onboarding workflow. In 2022, we are trying something new!

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