Spark Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2022

Lee crafted an effective and highly interactive session that showed rather than told us how to craft a session that would actually get people working with each other in a fun but not intimidating way. ” Then he explained what we were going to work on together: Brainstorming ideas for non-dues revenue on a Google sheet.

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you want to know how to start a nonprofit in Illinois, here are the important steps to getting your organization or association up and running smoothly and quickly. How much does it cost to start a nonprofit? For more information, see Article 4. What is a nonprofit organization?

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Association Success

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Have you ever wondered how to get those coveted “As Seen On” logos for major publications and shows? All you have to do is reach out to writers who specialize in your niche and offer to help them with future articles and stories with your expertise or that of your subject matter experts. How to get started.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Advice on how to use what they’ve learned at the conference to be a good resource in their professional network. Give members a discounted rate and make sure your association gets a commission or affiliate revenue. The post How to Continue the Conference Learning Experience appeared first on WBT Systems. Send reminders.

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Membersuite

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

No one knows what will happen in the months ahead, but this sobering article from Science advises us to be ready for anything: “The most tumultuous period in SARS-CoV-2’s evolution may still be ahead of us… There’s now enough immunity in the human population to ratchet up an evolutionary competition, pressuring the virus to adapt further.

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Higher Logic

MARCH 6, 2018

The Top 5 Barriers to Executive Participation and How to Fix Them. Then move up to more time-consuming activities like writing articles, hosting regular events (such as AMA chats), and even mentoring a few of your members. Show them where they can find people who have recently joined and how to contact them. Technical Comfort.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

I find good reads there, including many of the articles I share here. Hear about the potential benefits and challenges of such a transformation, from increased reach and engagement to new revenue streams, while learning how to navigate potential obstacles. And, yes, she brings up privacy and intellectual property concerns too.

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Reid All About it

JULY 24, 2020

To get a sense of what your association is missing, take a few minutes to read Jeff’s article and then share it with your staff and board. I had never heard of “backcasting” until reading this article from the American Alliance of Museums. Fri 7/24 at 1 p.m.* – How to Go Virtual (While Still Creating an Engaging Experience).

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Even if you’ve never heard of the acronym ‘KPI’ before, this article will teach you everything you need to know to decide which KPIs to adopt, how to measure them, and why you need to track and report on them monthly, quarterly and annually. This article is for you, too. How many members use your community regularly?

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.orgCommunity

JULY 18, 2019

But, HFMA has cast that old non-dues revenue practice aside. HFMA’s approach sounds like a great way for an association to become indispensable to members, but there’s one challenge we must address: how to make up for lost non-dues revenue when free education is a membership benefit. What can we do to fill that gap?’”.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

Raymond Carver, “Rain” Non-dues revenue. This PCMA Convene article by Vanessa Page of mdg is essential and fascinating reading. Reaching “Best in World” Status for the Content You Need to Attract and Retain Members Learn how to shift from an article-first to a multimedia publishing organization. Yes, given half a chance.

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Disciple Media

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Recurring revenue stream: For those considering the business aspect, membership communities offer a promising revenue model. This not only generates a predictable revenue stream but also fosters a sense of commitment among members. This could mean crowdsourcing ideas, co-writing articles, or hosting member-led webinars.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Non-dues revenue. WBT Systems recently hosted an ideation session with Non-Dues-a-Palooza to come up with ideas for revenue-generating online education programs. Check out the 30 ideas featured in their post and see if you can “yes and” any of them into revenue generators for your association. Sponsorships. Quick hits.

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Aptify

MARCH 8, 2021

The Aptify team is continually adopting new technologies and best practices as they emerge, incorporating them into the Aptify framework, and educating customers on how to use these new features and technologies. Discover more about the topics in this article. Which AMS capabilities are right for your organization. Request a Demo.

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Aptify

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Here’s how to get non-techy staff on board with new membership management software. I’ll go prepare an email reminding our members how careful we are with their data. Where could I learn more about how this works? . Programmer: I’ll send you a link to an article with a great explanation.

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GrowthZone

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Article by membership pro, Frank Kenny. Posting your hours, your events, your non-dues revenue programs? Learn how to handle difficult members and coworkers. The post How to Increase Your Association’s Online Success appeared first on GrowthZone. What if I told you it didn’t take all that much effort? Don’t be fooled.

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Elevating Engagement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Amanda Lea Kaiser A version of this article was originally published by Lead Marvels. With over a decade of expertise in helping associations grow member engagement, Amanda Lea Kaiser uses the Elevating Engagement newsletter to share insights each Tuesday on how to create thriving member communities.

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Associations Now

MAY 31, 2017

Balancing your revenue needs against what sponsors are willing to pay can be complicated. Find out how to make both sides happy. Working with sponsors is a big part of the event industry, but figuring out how much to charge them can get complicated. So how do you thread the sponsorship valuation needle?

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Disciple Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore how to get your membership set up for success (Part 1), and strategies to market and sell your membership (Part 2). If you’re looking for more detail, check out our blog on how to create a membership. The post A Guide On How To Sell Memberships Online appeared first on Disciple.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 2, 2021

MemberSuite tackles one of the most perplexing questions about the future of conferences: how to provide an integrated experience at a hybrid conference —and why you should. . I followed a quasi-recipe from the late actor (and amazing cook from what I’ve heard) Vincent Schiavelli—the recipe is at the bottom of this article.

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Association Adviser

APRIL 2, 2019

Without the help of survey participants telling us that getting through to members is still a huge challenge, we would not be able to continue bringing you articles and essays with ideas about how to outsmart the ever-growing field of information outlets, and reach members when it matters most. Your individual input matters!

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

million in revenue in 2017. Here’s how they did it. Also: how longtime members can increase the value of your association. million in revenue last year and received a $100 million fund raise in September that landed it a $1 billion valuation—with all 350 employees working from home. Great article!

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 22, 2016

As 2017 approaches, here are four questions to ask to create realistic routes toward accomplishing your resolutions related to nondues revenue. Here are four questolutions to consider asking if you’re looking to boost your organization’s nondues revenue in the coming year: How might my association forge a strong affinity relationship?

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The 2020 predictions and trends articles are starting to appear. If you’re not familiar with this Chinese condiment, this article from Taste about the cult of chile crisp will bring you up to speed. How to Use Behavioral Economics to Build a Successful Monthly Giving Program. You’re not alone. Note to self: it’s all doable.

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Disciple Media

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Prepare your membership business model Crafting an effective membership business model goes beyond revenue generation—it’s about curating an experience that resonates with your target audience. Your choices set the tone for both your revenue streams and how satisfied your members will feel. Now, here’s a thought.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 30, 2020

WBT Systems explains how virtual conference session recordings can serve as a launchpad for an association’s online learning portfolio. Many members are struggling financially because they’ve been laid off, had their budget cut, or suffered revenue losses. Read the article (and report) to get the exhibitor perspective.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 1, 2022

WBT Systems explains how to welcome career changers entering your industry by helping them with career guidance, skills development, and network building. An article by Lisa Boylan at Associations Now got me so excited about the future of online communities. Online community potential. Quick hits. Solutions in Action. 1 CMP credit.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

Nick Wignall ) A moving article about women artists, with a focus on Emily Dickinson and Sinead O’Connor. Please also read the article she links to in Rolling Stone by Shirley Manson about Sinead. Learn how to implement innovation into your onboarding process to encourage all members to be committed, engaged and value-driven.

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Membership Marketing

JANUARY 10, 2018

Develop Dues Notification Letter, Email, and Article – It is unlikely that you can communicate with members too frequently about a change in their membership. So the best plans are to notify members of the new model and how it will impact them with multiple communication channels.

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Associations Now

MARCH 26, 2023

Last week, I reported on a new survey from content firm Omnipress showing that many organizations are still working through how to host their meetings. Associations have eagerly returned to in-person conferences in the past year because attendees say they want them, and because they’ve traditionally been top revenue drivers.

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Reid All About it

JULY 16, 2021

Online education revenue. WBT Systems recapped a recent Non-Dues-A-Palooza webinar where Will Hold, the CEO of the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, described how his association quintupled their online education revenue by offering subscriptions, corporate learning portals and learning paths focused on job roles.

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Association Success

AUGUST 27, 2019

After having worked for several different associations, I’ve seen first-hand how boards and executives grapple with how to improve their organizations’ brand. If top experts can’t agree on a definition, how is an association to strategize around its own branding? It just takes a few steps to get there.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 29, 2021

To help associations increase sponsorship revenue, the Partnership Professionals Network and Dynamic Benchmarking are conducting a survey of association sponsors to find out: Why companies sponsor associations. Achurch Consulting explains how to convince your board (or CEO) to adopt a flexible (remote or hybrid) work model.

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Expo Logic

OCTOBER 23, 2020

To help you navigate new challenges faced when planning a virtual event, like how to keep attendees engaged or ways to provide valuable sponsor programs, we’ve outlined the basics for creating a virtual conference in this article. Events, both in-person and virtual, rely on sponsorship programs to drive revenue and provide value.

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Associations Now

AUGUST 14, 2023

Whether it’s articles or webinars, member-generated content can help your association showcase its value and demonstrate thought leadership. During a session at the 2023 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo, the American Staffing Association shared how that strategy has worked for them. We received 30 testimonials,” Mertz said.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

TopClass LMS explains how to keep industry professionals (and members) close with a learning subscription. Professionals for Association Revenue talked to Michelle Brien of Matchbox about the difference between virtual events and digital initiatives. Many employers won’t pay for memberships but will pay for professional development.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

Thanks to subscribing to god-knows-how-many newsletters, my inbox is full of AI articles. PCMA is partnering with Gevme on the AI-based Project Spark for the events industry , which is free now, but I can see revenue potential. Hear how to maximize your event ROI and deliver great results for your sponsors.

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