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How Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Can Help Associations Adapt to a Tight Events Market

Associations Now

Travel Portland recently reviewed its process for evaluating vendors when it issues requests for proposals and requests for qualifications. “We In addition, Travel Portland asks vendors if they have certification through Oregon’s Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity.

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Association Brain Food: 8.18.23

Reid All About it

Charles Darwin was a geologist when he proposed the theory of evolution. Marketing Artificial Intelligence in Action Gain an overview of the current marketing artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. And it was an astronomer who finally explained what happened to the dinosaurs. Daughtry, M.Ed., 1 CAE credit. . 1 CAE credit.

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Association Brain Food: 3.8.24

Reid All About it

Education program marketing. This time, they suggest eight marketing principles you should revisit or explore, most of them based on behavioral science. Event marketing. Your marketing plan has to work extra hard to convince your audience to make the trip. Humans… so persuadable! Mentoring programs. More info/register.

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10 Steps to Choosing Your Association’s Next AMS

Membersuite

Typically, this group includes membership, accounting, IT, events, member/customer service, education, certifications, and marketing staff. #2: 7: Ask for a Proposal. After asking your top contenders for a proposal, make yourself available to answer questions about your requirements. 8: Select Two Finalists.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 3.4.22

Reid All About it

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. How to Write an RFP (Request for Proposal) for Merchant Services: Improving Your Business Process and Net Income. Top Trends in Content Marketing 2022. Host: Content Marketing Institute. Tue 3/8 at 11 a.m. – Can They Do It?

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Select an LMS Consultant Before Beginning Your LMS Selection

WBT Systems

With more than 700 learning platforms on the market, how do you narrow the field down to the best learning management systems (LMS) for your association’s needs? Because they know the LMS market, consultants have a good idea about what your budget will buy. Consultants help you create a Request for Proposal (RFP).

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Associations: Solving the Skills Gap with Digital Credentials

WBT Systems

Many solutions have been proposed to address this disconnect, including expansion of apprenticeships and online continuing education. Prior to the digital revolution, these credentials were called certificates of completion. Badges recognize program and certificate completion, with badge color based on skill level.

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