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OCTOBER 6, 2023

Conference design. In part two of their Open Space series, TopClass LMS explains how to overcome common objections to using this engaging event format. Conference/abstract management. Competing against niche professional organizations, membership and conference revenue has “slowed to a trickle.” Next gen membership #1.

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GrowthZone

JANUARY 22, 2019

Hosting a physical conference is cost-prohibitive for many organizations with small budgets, making it an out-of-reach goal. With the technology available today, smaller organizations can reap the benefits of hosting their own conferences…virtually. Virtual conferences can offer: Member education.

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JANUARY 12, 2024

Young member engagement. She shares strategies for enhancing engagement and fostering a more inclusive environment for younger members. She shares strategies for enhancing engagement and fostering a more inclusive environment for younger members. Member mobile app. More info/register.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Attendees expect associations to use AI, data analytics and other tools to enhance their event experience. 3: Value of Credential – How can we better market/promote the value of certification or other credentials, e.g. micro-credentials? Leave with tools you can use today to build a strategy that best fits your organization.

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MAY 22, 2020

If you do, please participate in the 2020 New Member Engagement Survey from Amanda Kaiser (Kaiser Insights) and Dynamic Benchmarking. Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. We’ve had a few months now of quickly planned virtual conferences and learning events. Virtual conference success stories. Just kidding.

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Fonteva

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Whether your association is made up of professionals in the same field or alumni who went to the same university, member engagement should always be one of your top priorities. Engagement secures your association’s relevance and fuels healthy member retention. Why is member engagement important?

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APRIL 5, 2024

Another is persuading members to make time for association engagement. I also noticed a lack of intention in solving these issues: most associations admit to not having member engagement, young professional recruitment and lapsed member reengagement plans. Seems like a good place to start. Gamification at events.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

But there’s no replacement for conferences. Yes, our conferences are places, but they’re also where we double-down on this feeling. CDT – Chicago Roundtable Event (Chicago IL) CNG is bringing together industry experts to discuss topics pertinent to your work with certification programs. Leadership pipeline. More info/register.

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AUGUST 7, 2020

They offer webinars, blog posts, and maybe even conferences to your members. Partner together to develop opportunities for them to bring their expertise to your members—for a price, of course. * – #Eventprofs Happy Hour. Host: Adrian Segar, founder, Conferences That Work. High Engagement Networking.

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Freestone

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Now more than ever, members are turning to their professional associations for continuing education, certifications, and career advancement resources. It’s up to your organization to deliver diverse content that’s relevant and engaging, ensuring members return to your program year after year.

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MARCH 1, 2024

When associations canceled their conferences during the pandemic, sponsors and exhibitors found other ways to achieve their marketing goals. In a world of intense technology change, this ancient story framework can guide us to effective member engagement and communications. Sponsorships. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In this post, they describe the basics and the advantages Open Space has over the traditional conference session format. Impexium dives deep into membership renewals : the difference between retention and renewal, metrics, why members don’t renew (per research), and, best of all, solutions for those renewal challenges. Event design.

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Reid All About it

MAY 21, 2021

Niche conferences. They make an argument for adding smaller, niche virtual conferences to your event lineup. Conference design. He suggests five changes to conference design that are long overdue. Hooking members. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman.

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MARCH 11, 2022

Virtual conference attendee’s attention. Is your virtual conference engaging enough to prevent multitasking? WBT Systems describes the barriers to virtual attendee attention and suggests solutions for keeping your attendees engaged. Member engagement. Presenter: Ronja Francoeur, Member Engagement Specialist.

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Higher Logic

APRIL 14, 2020

But the increase in engagement isn’t the only sign we’re seeing that communities are a key communication tool for associations, their members, and their industries. Multiple associations have made the decision to move their communities from members-only to open to any industry professional.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Many associations experienced challenges in boosting member engagement efforts and providing quality programming. However, not all disruption needs to remain negative. Your association can learn from past challenges to adopt innovativ e strategies and better equip your staff and members for 2023. Flow builder tool.

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Blue Sky eLearn

JULY 24, 2019

For an association, hosting events like conferences, networking meetups, and learning sessions is an effective way to bring people who share a common goal or passion together. For associations, both attracting new members and engaging current members are probably constant goals across most, if not all, of the events they host.

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WBT Systems

JULY 24, 2018

Gain or maintain professional certification (12 percent). Promotions to/at their association’s conferences or trade shows. Cross-selling to non-members who buy products or attend conferences. Include a selection of programs that appeal to younger members in your Young Professional membership package.

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MAY 15, 2020

Virtual conference success story. I’m going to keep my eye out for good stories since everyone’s trying to learn about virtual conferences right now. Virtual conference of the week. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement. ” Engagement can be an even greater challenge during the pandemic.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

That’s why it’s a good time for your association to promote your certificate, microcredential and certification programs. Virtual conferences. Not going virtual is not an option for association conferences , says MemberSuite. Member engagement. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement.

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MARCH 1, 2019

At a session during the ASAE Technology conference, Tobin , Gretchen , Rhea , and Trevor (first name basis here) had us do a personality exercise based on our intuitive connection with one of four shapes. Billhighway suggests several resources and strategies a national association can provide to help chapters with member recruitment.

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JULY 31, 2020

If your members have to acquire new knowledge and skills to thrive in this new pandemic environment, WBT Systems suggests offering this type of certificate (and digital badge) program. Planning virtual conferences. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement. Virtual event sponsorships. Tue 8/4 at 1 p.m. –

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JUNE 11, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Many of the current security methods, tools and techniques used by businesses to secure their environment and protect their brand have been effective so far, but attacks are now coming from all directions. Guest: Patrick Bontinck.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Within the first couple weeks of member sign-up, it can be beneficial to: Send a welcome email Provide a thorough intro package Host a welcome event Connect members with mentors Something as simple as sending out a welcome message can increase member engagement with your email content by 33% !

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Boring conferences. Dean West at Association Laboratory bemoans the state of association conferences because “nothing is different” despite associations knowing the same ol’ same ol’ is boring the hell out of attendees. Here’s a cure for boring conferences. Open Space events. Location: Arlington VA. More info/register.

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MARCH 5, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Hear about the strategies and tools modern associations are using to supercharge member engagement. The Digital Revolution: Static Webinars Reimagined for Maximum Engagement. Tue 3/9 at 12 p.m. 1 CAE credit.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

My state SAE hosts a successful silent auction every year at our annual conference to raise money for scholarships. – Smooth Sailing: Association Operations Best Practices Explore the key strategies, systems, and processes that can enhance efficiency, member engagement, and overall organizational performance. Hybrid work.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now, members are looking for medical associations that can support their needs and career growth, whether that be through certifications and training or collaboration and networking. Here are the features, tools, and solutions to look out for to modernize your organization. Not sure where to start?

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AUGUST 28, 2020

The organizations behind it, Conference & Incentive Travel and Event First Steps, believe the results “will enable our industry to develop, and make the work we create more diverse in terms of workforce, audience and representation. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement. More info/register. Tue 9/1 at 12 p.m.

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JANUARY 8, 2021

Virtual conference closing. I still remember the final moments of a virtual conference I attended last year. The conference experience just stopped. Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering , WBT Systems describes how to close a conference in a meaningful way instead of ghosting your attendees. Building new norms.

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Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

Learn what common data challenges are present in the member experience and affect an association’s ability to provide an individual level of service and value, how to identify gaps in what you know about your members currently, and what insights you should be looking to capture today for better member engagement and action.

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JANUARY 7, 2022

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. How to Craft User Journeys to Keep Your Members Engaged. Presenter: Ronja Francoeur, Member Engagement Specialist. Guest: Megan Motto, CEO, Governance Institute of Australia. Tue 1/11 at 10:30 a.m. Kristin St.

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YourMembership

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Use flexible and fast tools. The systems and tools you use must be flexible enough to accommodate how your members engage. Populate with relevant content in a multi-format approach to become the hub for member resources and connections. Modernize Learning and Certification Programs.

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JUNE 12, 2020

Virtual conference of the week. The CB Insights Tech Conference is relying on a session format that looks much more interesting than the standard association conference. Hear about some major considerations for online engagement. Breaking Open a New Channel for Member Engagement. More info/register.

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JUNE 5, 2020

Oh yeah, pandemic, virtual conferences, faltering economy and all that. What happens after your virtual conference. MemberSuite says, “The virtual conference is where the attendee experience begins, but not where it ends.” Virtual conference success story. AAM’s Twitter stream gives you a sense of the conference program.

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MemberClicks

AUGUST 3, 2023

According to Marketing General , just after networking, the second most common reason members join an association is for continuing education or professional certification. Associations, educational institutions, chambers of commerce and corporations can all leverage an LMS to present online training and certification opportunities.

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