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How The Executives Club of Chicago Doubled Membership With A New Member Value Proposition

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Here's How We Helped The Executive's Club of Chicago Do It. The Executives’ Club of Chicago had to urgently revitalize its membership. A dynamic new CEO, Dr. Margaret Mueller, had rebranded the Club with the help of Energy BBDO, one of Chicago’s most famous ad agencies. They had always focused on Chicago.

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Association Brain Food: 4.5.24

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Carolyn Shomali of Professionals for Association Revenue explains what associations can learn about audience engagement from the most popular podcasts today. In a recent survey in fact, over 80% of associations said that they are making non-dues revenue a top priority. Seems like a good place to start. Lessons from the podcast world.

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Association Brain Food: 3.24.23

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Non-dues revenue. A survey conducted by the Professionals for Association Revenue (PAR) revealed that 86% of associations said their business development strategy is underperforming or non-existent. PAR explains why a business development strategy is vital to association revenue health. Location: Chicago IL. 1 CAE credit.

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Association Brain Food: 4.19.24

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If you work with chapters, components or affiliates, this post will give you a sense of how it will feel to hang out with your community at CEX: Association Component Exchange hosted by Billhighway, Impexium and Mariner Management in Chicago on May 7 or in DC and online on May 10. Education + mentoring. Decline of trust. . | CAE credit.

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Association Brain Food: 5.12.23

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They describe several examples of general and specialized membership tiers and discuss factors to consider before moving forward, like your AMS and market research. She shares examples of a pre-event virtual program and one that takes place after an in-person event, both adding more value to the attendee experience. Membership tiers.

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Association Brain Food: 8.11.23

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CDT – Chicago Roundtable Event (Chicago IL) CNG is bringing together industry experts to discuss topics pertinent to your work with certification programs. Location: Chicago IL. More info/register. Host: Smart Meetings Speaker: Melissa “Mel” Park, founder and CEO, Melissa Park Events Wed 8/16 from 9 a.m. More info/register.

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How to Start a Nonprofit in Illinois: 17 Essential Steps

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The number of Chicago nonprofits alone (51,940 to be exact), is inspiring to the level of diverse needs and success of not for profit organizations and associations in the state. For example, if your nonprofit association is focused on supporting the business activities and interests of its members, it will qualify for 501(c)6 status.