Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

Ethics in Association Management In this session we’ll use a series of scenarios to talk about how to recognize an ethical issue, understand how to apply ASAE’s Ethical Decision Making Model in your organization, and work through the ethical issues in the workplace. . – What Were you Thinking? More info/register.

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Revenue Strategy Price Newsletter 256

Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

In 18+ years in association management, I’ve been on both sides of the Request For Proposal process more times than I can count. My very first Big Task at my very first association Real Job way back in 1997 was to complete an association management software system selection. You love bullet points?

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Proposal Project Discount Process 150

Aptify

DECEMBER 16, 2021

All the signs were there that it was time to reevaluate your association management software. You successfully proposed new member management software to your board. Here are three tips to help keep implementation costs in line and the project in scope: . costs down?is Prepare for?change.? change.? ?.

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Membership Management Software How To Cost 72

Membersuite

MAY 25, 2021

Highlight how the current AMS is hindering progress toward goals and how a new AMS would help your association achieve its goals. #4: The first question from leadership will be “How much will this cost?” Put together a cost-benefit analysis of implementing a new AMS versus staying with the status quo. 5: Gather Success Stories.

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Software Leadership Project System 170

Nimble AMS

MARCH 29, 2021

As a member of the Nimble AMS consultant team, I help our new clients implement their new association management software (AMS) system. For example, if we know that something will be difficult to implement and/or cost a lot of money to implement, we’ll tell you. Can they make the system do what you need it to do? Having fun.

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Team Proposal Software System 78

Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2020

You know it’s time for new association management software. Here’s how to create a compelling case for an investment in new membership management technology. As your association grows, eventually it’s time to move to new membership management software. The business case presents your proposal for change.

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Software Cost System Directory 78

Aptify

DECEMBER 16, 2022

You’ve documented your challenges and requirements, gotten approval for new membership technology budget , and reviewed vendor proposals. Now your organization is ready to evaluate the membership management software solutions and vendors that made the final list. . What type of project timeline are they proposing? .

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Membership Management Software Project Proposal 72

Nimble AMS

JUNE 25, 2020

You might know that it’s time for a new association management software (AMS) system for your organization. Maybe it just isn’t worth the cost and hassle anymore. Don’t miss this chance to uncover opportunities for improvement and find a solution that better meets your organization’s needs. Maybe your current AMS is outdated.

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Software System Proposal Technology 78

Reid All About it

AUGUST 18, 2023

Charles Darwin was a geologist when he proposed the theory of evolution. Association Management Series: Key Concepts Every Association Professional Should Know – Membership Just because you work for a membership association doesn’t mean you work *in* membership. . More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Certificate Education Revenue Marketing 195

MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2022

you might not have a massive marketing budget to pull from for planning costs. Big annual events may have costs beyond what you’ve planned for in your budget. A sponsor can help pick up these additional costs. Then add those prices up to determine the cost of the level. But planning an event can be expensive.

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How To Cost Proposal Social Media 52

Delcor

MAY 3, 2019

Digital transformation has completely altered how associations use technology to interact with and deliver value to members and customers. For example, the requirements checklist on a typical request for proposals (RFP) for a new association management system (AMS) hasn’t changed much over the years: Membership requirements - check.

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System LMS Learning Management System Project 98

Fonteva

MARCH 16, 2022

It’s crucial that you invest in a solution that can serve your association for years to come, growing as your learning business does. Do your research during the selection process, carefully writing an LMS request for proposal (RFP). At the same time, the costs of providing these opportunities add up quickly.

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LMS How To Price Course 52

Delcor

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

I have attended all of the AMSFest events and have been consistently impressed by the value provided to associations who are researching association management system (AMS) options. Systems an association should have in its ecosystem. Components of a Request for Proposal (RFP). Selection Process.

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Project Sample System Proposal 79

Delcor

MAY 3, 2019

Digital transformation has completely altered how associations use technology to interact with and deliver value to members and customers. For example, the requirements checklist on a typical request for proposals (RFP) for a new association management system (AMS) hasn’t changed much over the years: Membership requirements - check.

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System LMS Learning Management System Project 75

Reid All About it

APRIL 16, 2021

Host: Community By Association. Presenter: Shannon Emery, Higher Logic User Group (HUG) community manager at Higher Logic. Association Management Systems: A Selection Guide. Hear some use cases of how to cut costs and streamline processes while increasing revenue and value (some are making millions). CAE credits.

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Revenue Strategy Team Content 363

Association Adviser

MARCH 16, 2017

Receiving a grant has traditionally meant spending hours researching details that justify your need for the grant, writing a detailed proposal that outlines how you would use the grant money and then waiting and hoping you’re chosen to receive the grant. But, grants aren’t just for academics or community planners. The answer?

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Georgia Florida Committee Cost 79

SCD Group

APRIL 22, 2019

While searching for a job, a contact at a large corporation asked me to give him a proposal to manage a series of meetings for his company. Writing the proposal for him was easy; coming up with my fee for the assignment was difficult. Do you know what your staff/employees cost? So, I asked friends, most had no idea.

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Tips Proposal Cost System 40

SilkStart

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

It’s a no-brainer that cost savings are something all members can get behind. Exclusivity is key when it comes to offering member-only cost savings. Think about your member demographic and what they truly value, and match that with your association’s unique connections, resources, and strengths to deliver a special proposition.

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Discount How To Price Proposal 49

Colorado HOA Law

APRIL 13, 2022

Note: This blog was drafted based on the proposed strike-below for HB 1137. Our proposed strike-below increases communications and these discussions. As with much of House Bill 1137, we have language that might have good intentions, but has no recognition of the realities of community association management and practice.

Colorado 40

Colorado Proposal Cost Committee 40

Eric Lanke

OCTOBER 17, 2011

It is the person responsible for finding small things that cost little that have tremendous impact and making sure they are done right and consistently. Ive been in association management for 18 years now. Provocative Proposals for Change. This isnt the person responsible for coordinating all the details. at 7:00 AM.

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Innovation Cost Proposal Leadership 100

SCD Group

AUGUST 19, 2014

Guest Post by Marilyn Jansen, Association Management Center Name of Association: An international association of record managers Description of the Organization: 500 memberships representing 1500 individual members; $1.3 Track staff time by projects to provide needed data to determine the true cost of a program.

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Leadership Directory Newsletter Chicago 40

Aptify

JULY 23, 2021

A lot is riding on your proposal to the board: staff’s productivity and effectiveness, data security, and usefulness, maybe even your reputation, and definitely your stress level. But making the case to your board that it’s time for new association management software (AMS) requires research and preparation. Change management.

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Proposal Software Tips Membership Management 72

Higher Logic

AUGUST 11, 2016

It found a new email host and contracted with Abila netFORUM for its association management software (AMS). This database was more robust and offered better membership management than NAASF’s previous platforms. Members now help one another while alleviating support costs for both NAASF and Subway ® ’s corporate entity.

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America Software Resources Communications 120

AMR Management Services

JANUARY 25, 2012

I was at an event yesterday and spoke with a long-time association and nonprofit professional and volunteer. We got to talking about association management and some of the ways boards of directors choose to spend their time. Then the board recommended the director bring in another vendor to compare cost.

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Library Kentucky Association Management Proposal 64

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Topics include strategy, requirements, proposals, demos and selection, implementation, and buying in a pandemic. Salesforce and other Association Management Software (AMS) allow organizations to use the critical pieces of data to customize the online journey for members and donors. More info/register. Host: Personify.

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Utah LMS Conference Technology 370

Association Analytics

MAY 25, 2021

The initial integration cost is often expensive. There is often ongoing annual integration support costs for EACH integration. If they haven’t done so already, associations are figuring out when to make the investment and prioritize the analytics initiative. Your AMS Wasn't Designed For That. Best of Both Worlds.

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System Cost Proposal Analysis 321

Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Ask for proposals: Let potential speakers come to you by sending out a call for proposals. Potential speakers will submit their proposed topics, cost and other information that can help you narrow down prospects. Event badge printing. Attendee tracking. Live stream and recording.

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How To Handbook Press Release Social Media 36

Reid All About it

JUNE 3, 2022

In a recent webinar, MemberSuite’s Ryan Costello asked an association exec, selection consultant, and one of his sales colleagues for advice on knowing when it’s time to upgrade technology , setting project expectations, identifying requirements, and considering the people factor. Learn which techniques can you apply to your association.

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Arlington Technology Software Revenue 39

GlowGlobally

APRIL 29, 2009

ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership, in partnership with MCI – a leading international association management and events company – just concluded an association executive study mission to Singapore, Dubai & Abu Dhabi this month. Association Management. by Peter Turner. .

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Class Video Proposal Products 60

Association Subculture

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Leadership obsessed with recruitment at all costs will champion such things as running reckless membership promotion campaigns, offering deep, unsustainable dues discounts, offering commissions for new member sign-ups, or offering lavish prizes in member-get-a-member contests. Creativity in Association Management - Are You the Roadblock?

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Recruiting Recruitment Leadership Revenue 100

Off Stage

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

Have you watched members of your leadership team to say "yes" to a proposed group endeavor when "no" was their true response? Financial Management. Managing Volunteers. Association Marketing. General Association Management. Personnel Management. Categories. Technology.

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Leadership Proposal Team Video 40

Association Adviser

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

To that end, we’ve created a Program Assessment Team that evaluates every proposal for a new program or service. SW : The top issues facing our members today are recruiting and developing top talent, keeping up with laws and regulations that drive up the cost of business and helping CPAs perform at a higher level. SW : Engage with us.

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Ohio Innovation millennials Resources 60

GlowGlobally

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

This requires local customer intelligence developed from a “product analysis” to measure the proposed product portfolio against: Relevance – how close are your current products to local needs, expectations of service, and the desired outcomes of targeted customer segments? Association Management. Member Services (7).

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Products Marketing Analysis Content 60

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

They knew their old learning management system had issues, but the need for a change became painfully obvious when support calls overwhelmed staff. Future-ready association. I also like the idea of no-code or low-code AMS technology that reduces costs by eliminating traditional development efforts. Presenter training.

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LMS Revenue Education Arlington 43

Off Stage

JUNE 12, 2009

Let’s say it’s an issue of whether or not the association should take a position on the location a proposed new highway in your community. Some of your members think the association needs to have its voice heard, and other members cringe at the thought of speaking up and potentially offending future buyers and sellers.

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Vermont Video Proposal Software 40

Association Adviser

JANUARY 17, 2018

This role allows me to continue my career in association management, but it also allow me to fulfill my passion for education. To be clear, all ideas for new programming or events go through the board via discussion because it all costs money and – to be sustainable – must be linked to strategy. I’ve worked with great staff.

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Team Resources Education Revenue 69

Off Stage

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

It is an opportunity to capture the term ‘MLS’ and control its usage on the internet by forming the MLS Domains Association and winning the rights to oversee the usage of the term “MLS” Of course it’s a costly proposition for the initial application and for the ongoing administration of the program. Categories.

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Marketing Proposal Social Media Process 40