Thanks For Playing

APRIL 2, 2012

Seeking community in associations since 2008. Always the Last to Know: 50 Most Innovative Companies. The cover story for the latest issue of MITs Technology Review is the periodic 50 Most Innovative Companies. Labels: cool technology , Technology Review. Association blogger and general troublemaker.

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Innovation Social Media United States Review 150

Thanks For Playing

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Seeking community in associations since 2008. Book Review: Humanize. Top association management Blogs. Book Review: Humanize. Alltop Association Management. How to Manage Social Employees, Social Media at Events, and Car Talk. Association Subculture. Association Advocacy Chick.

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Thanks For Playing

JULY 5, 2012

Seeking community in associations since 2008. Book Review: The Back of the Napkin. Fortunately, the Association Chat book club got me to bump it to the top of the pile, and I finally read it last month. Short version: its a great concept, but Im not quite sure how to implement it. Top association management Blogs.

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Protech

MAY 19, 2020

Are systems separated, or are they integrated with your association management software (AMS) ? . How are certain functionalities of those systems processed by your staff ? . Want more insight on the latest trends driving CMS innovation ? What can be improved? . Do Your Homework .

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How To Software System Discount 98

Fonteva

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

After congratulating your members on another successful year, it’s time to get to work with your association leadership team and find your next membership management system. Your task is to find the best association management software that can handle your organization’s specific needs and scale with you as you continue to grow.

Membership Management 52

Membership Management Software Review Directory 52

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Marketing. TopClass LMS explains how to use emotional marketing triggers to persuade people to register for an educational program or conference. MCI released a benchmark survey report on AI adoption in associations. Sponsor perspectives.

Maryland 276

Maryland LMS Revenue Strategy 276

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MAY 24, 2024

TopClass LMS explains why Gen Z is the most entrepreneurial generation and how associations can attract and support them with education, networking, and other membership benefits. They describe how to embrace these trends to create future-focused experiences that empower your attendees and strengthen your community.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 20, 2022

These ideas from a recent association trends study can help you prepare your organization for whatever comes next. As an association leader, you might look at 2022 stretched out before you and wonder how to prepare for what’s to come. How do you plan for an unpredictable future? . Review your governance model.

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Association Success

DECEMBER 2, 2020

That said, you can give your members the same wow-inducing experience you strive for at in-person events by creating new, innovative ways for people to learn and connect. Whether in-person or virtual, meetings remain the lifeblood of your association. Meetings continue to be essential to the work of associations.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2024

How can your association or organization sell more memberships? What are some proven techniques and innovative strategies? In this article, we will take a deep dive into how to sell memberships and steps to making memberships more appealing. This elevates their importance in your toolbox for how to sell more memberships.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2024

How can your association or organization sell more memberships? What are some proven techniques and innovative strategies? In this article, we will take a deep dive into how to sell memberships and steps to making memberships more appealing. This elevates their importance in your toolbox for how to sell more memberships.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Fri 4/19 at 1 p.m.* – Strategies to Overcome the Biggest Virtual Event Hurdles Associations Face Learn effective strategies and innovative tools from association virtual event pros with decades of experience producing thousands of events. Host: DC-Metro Association-Nonprofit Tech Network Wed 4/24 from 9 a.m. 1 CAE credit.

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Newsletter Content Social Media Education 254

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JUNE 7, 2024

Once again, Dean West of Association Laboratory applies lessons learned from his European travels to aspects of association management, such as anticipating setbacks, building on and updating earlier structures, seeking guidance, understanding roles, and finding time for an aperitivo or two. Strategic advice. Event technology.

Chicago 259

Chicago DC Washington Strategy 259

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JUNE 18, 2021

Jennifer Schap, Allison Whitley and Kari Messenger, Association Management Center ). How to conquer communication debt aka email/message overwhelm. Ernie Smith, Associations Now ). How some Americans are breaking out of political echo chamber—check out the unbiased news sites he mentions. Quick hits. 1 CAE credit.

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LMS Certificate America Committee 369

Spark Consulting

JUNE 1, 2021

Associations have been struggling with digital transformation because the advice that exists on how to do it misses what makes our community special. We delve deeply into how that impacts associations particularly and what association execs need to know and do to be successful in their DT initiatives.

Case Study 150

Case Study Innovation America Content 150

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

In part two of their Open Space series, TopClass LMS explains how to overcome common objections to using this engaging event format. In case you missed it, they described Open Space and its advantages, and shared a few association examples in part one. Conference/abstract management. Association staff retention.

Revenue 259

Revenue Certificate Tools Innovation 259

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Associations usually rely on corporate marketing budgets for sponsorship revenue. Inspired by a Non-Dues-a-Palooza workshop presented by Lori Zoss Kraska of Growth Owl , TopClass LMS explains how to partner with a company’s CSR team on sponsored education programs that align with both your missions. AI in the workplace. Word choices.

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Revenue Austin Tools Education 276

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MARCH 26, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Association innovation. The research revealed that associations with a more innovative mindset and culture were more successful at navigating the early challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Intuitive innovation.

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Innovation San Diego LMS Strategy 259

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MAY 26, 2023

Teri Carden, founder of Non-Dues-A-Palooza , sold the AMS review site ReviewMyAMS to 501Works. Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events. Research says alone time could yield more innovation. More info/register.

Technology 195

Technology Education Arkansas Leadership 195

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MARCH 19, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Association innovation. Start at her website , check out more on Association Innovation Today , and follow her on LinkedIn for the latest updates. How to Find Your Hidden Culture Patterns. Fri 3/19 at 1 p.m. –

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LMS Nashville Strategy Video 370

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

But compiling your annual report doesn’t need to be taxing. With innovative association management software (AMS,) your staff can gather crucial member data all year long, streamlining your annual reporting process. Here’s how to get started. How to put your members in the front and center of your annual report .

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Report Tips Certificate Process 106

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Ernie Smith at Associations Now looks into the world of publishing to share advice on finding the right new ideas and “the right way to sell innovation both inside your organization and to the broader world.”. MemberSuite explains why regulation is on the horizon and how to prepare your association for these new data privacy laws.

DC 235

DC Washington Indiana Review 235

Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

Research from the Community Brands Association Trends Study , also discovered less than 5% of professionals use AI, predictive analytics, or machine learning in their organization. . When it comes to adopting innovative technology to advance your organization’s goals, it’s crucial to understand your role in the process.

Tips 115

Tips Technology Innovation Survey 115

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association management. I’ve been dipping into Associations Evolve 2024 —find it on the front page of Answers for Associations. Explore innovative approaches to gathering valuable feedback and optimizing course evaluations.

Iowa 259

Iowa millennials Texas Strategy 259

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

Frugal innovation. Due to the pandemic and uncertain economy, associations are constantly creating new resources for members and making changes to business as usual—yes, they’re innovating! WBT Systems describes 12 essentials for frugal innovation , the only kind your budget probably allows. AMS considerations.

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Indiana Review Education Conference 221

AvidXchange: Association Management

AUGUST 17, 2023

In this episode, our Jarett Tran, senior account executive, Community Association Management, interviewed Maegan Woytek, a senior account executive at Vantaca. Both Tran and Woytek have worked as community association managers, bringing decades of experience to their current roles. I’ve just about seen it all.

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Association Management Survey San Francisco Technology 130

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NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Brian Miller at Multiview explains how to capture the attention of the next generation. If not, here’s the TL;DR association version from Johanna Gundlach at Sidecar. Until around 2010, philosophers couldn’t speak to one another, let alone communicate with the public, says Crispin Sartwell at Los Angeles Review of Books.

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Arlington Los Angeles Atlanta Technology 265

Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Learning about the platform on which your association management software (AMS) is built helps you level up your skills and make the most of your technology investment. . Here’s how Salesforce Trailhead works and how the Nimble AMS myTrailhead helps customers upskill, reskill, and get more out of their software. .

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Software Content Innovation Association Management 101

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JANUARY 19, 2024

Nimble AMS explains how an AMS empowers your association’s recruitment, engagement and retention efforts by helping you better understand members, anticipate their needs, provide a better digital experience and deliver personalized emails and content. Hybrid/remote teams. Event trends. Marketing to Gen Z and millennials.

Revenue 259

Revenue Strategy Member Engagement United States 259

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JUNE 2, 2023

I’m telling you, change management chops will make a tremendous difference for projects and your career. When Impexium describes their latest post as the ultimate guide to association management software (AMS), they’re not kidding. Walk away with solutions to these issues and more faced by associations of all sizes.

Technology 195

Technology Chicago Education System 195

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Sarah Gershman, Harvard Business Review ). How to professionally decline an unnecessary Zoom meeting (Lindsay Tigar, Fast Company ). The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Create Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions. How to Develop Metrics, Track and Analyse Data at Digital Events. 1 CAE credit.

Project 370

Project Education Software Review 370

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APRIL 14, 2023

Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events. They discuss configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program, and more. CliftonStrengths. 1 CAE credit.

Leadership 195

Leadership Education Revenue Strategy 195

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MARCH 9, 2018

MIT Technology Review ). Learn how to best navigate this space and hear tips for developing speaker contracts, guidelines for streaming music and insights into the nuances of medical digital events. Hear about the challenges associations face when vying for younger generations’ attention—and how to adapt. Pew Research ).

DC 120

DC millennials North Carolina Washington 120

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APRIL 16, 2021

In the Harvard Business Review, Stephanie Bradley Smith explains how a lack of sponsorship can prevent Black women from getting into the C-suite. She also suggests what can be done to propel more Black women into the higher echelons of corporations—advice that applies to associations too. Host: Community By Association.

Revenue 363

Revenue Strategy Team Content 363

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

But, how do you ensure that your data is secure and that your association management software (AMS) system continues to grow with you? Nimble AMS routinely goes through Salesforce’s rigorous App Security Review to ensure it meets Salesforce’s high standards for data security. #3 3 Comprehensive user permissions.

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How To Certificate System Technology 60

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Risking innovation. On the Leading Learning podcast (a must-subscribe), Celisa Steele talked with association executive director Shawn Boynes, CAE, about dealing with disruption during the pandemic , taking risks and virtual learning. .* – Member ROI Simplified: Safeguarding Your Organization’s Future. More info/register.

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Las Vegas Virginia Content Washington 369

WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

A learning organization is one “that facilitates the learning of its members and continuously transforms itself” According to this definition , this type of organization is more responsive to external pressures, has a faster pace of change within the organization, and is better able to innovate and remain competitive.

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