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Below are slide references from our Board Member Boot Camp program, to help you build your world class board. Leading Associations is happy to discuss ways we can be of service, including Interim Executive Director Services, Comprehensive Management and Strategic Leadership Development. Please contact Rob Spangler, MPA, at 720.259.3432 or rob@leadingassociations.com. Please contact us with any questions! Board Training MORE
For the first time in history more than half the world is middle-class-thanks to rapid growth in emerging countries. Here in American over 90% of our people are middle class or better. GrowGlobally.org. MORE
Seasons 52 Provides Exceptional Customer Service. Barb and I decided to celebrate our 47th anniversary with a dinner at Seasons 52 in Naples. Well, we discovered customer service above expectations. Something that associations can consider when hosting members at conferences or events. MORE
For the first time in history more than half the world is middle-class-thanks to rapid growth in emerging countries. GrowGlobally.org. global association strategy, regional planning and local infrastructure to grow your business. About. Channels. MarCom. Market & Biz Plan. Meetings. MORE
While fishing in Canada last month, my brother (a trustee for a small liberal arts college) and my nephew “discussed” whether mobile learning was inferior to in class learning. Pages. About. Contact. Causeaholic. AMR Management Services. Stronger by Association. MORE
UAE Gems Dubai and Abu Dhabi Offer World Class Opportunities. GrowGlobally.org. global association strategy, regional planning and local infrastructure to grow your business. About. Channels. MarCom. Market & Biz Plan. Meetings. Membership. Products. Public Affairs. Services. MORE
To hear more debunked member engagement myths, join us on the free November 9 th web class. Join us on November 9 th for our live web class. What You Will Learn During the Web Class. Have you ever been told to do more with less? MORE
Active Schools initiative is working to get students active by revamping gym classes across the country in more engaging ways. Active Schools (LMAS) initiative, provides plenty of thoughts on that question as it urges schools to reimagine how they structure gym classes. MORE
That means that media outlets and brands are ultimately always going to be treated as second-class citizens on the platforms, despite the fact they help the networks make money. The post On Social Media, Your Brand Is a Second-Class Citizen appeared first on Associations Now MORE
Looking for an easy way to coordinate training programs and register rowers for events and classes? Dozens of rowing clubs use Wild Apricot’s software to seamlessly handle all their admin tasks and more MORE
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Hurricane Katrina helped an advertising class cover ethics, gave future engineers a chance to see what hurricanes do to their buildings, taught future social workers the kinds of challenges they will face in the real world and showed future public policy wonks that they should always be prepared to handle the worst-case scenario. Davis class created a public service campaign that focused on rebuilding after the hurricane. The Big Picture. MORE
Have you ever been told to do more with less? If you haven’t been told that before, I’m sure you’ve at least heard some variation on that same idea, especially if you’re in the association industry. Association Member Engagement Webinar MORE
Is Your Association in a Class by Itself? But in the time associations are going out of business, merging, or otherwise undergoing fundamental restructuring challenges, could this tendency be leading to two different classes of associations? One class might be defined by a club-like familiarity of association members and staff participating in programs of long standing. In which class is your association By Steven M. MORE
But some new types of learning are also emerging: massive open online courses, flipped classes, gamified learning, microcredentials and microlearning, which has the highest rate of adoption. Jeff Cobb and Celisa Steele, co-founders of Tagoras. MORE
• First Class Letter rate is increasing to $0.45 (up from $0.44). • First Class Postcard rate is increasing to $0.32 (up from $0.29). Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. MORE
You need members to buy products or sign up for classes. All of your association’s goals depend on getting people to take action. You need new members to apply. You need current members to renew. You need people to attend your events. You need advocates in your industry to mobilize for change. MORE
The carrier announced on August 5 that it will upgrade its business-class amenities by offering lie-flat seats on some of its cross-country flights beginning in mid-2014. ” Business class is where competition really is serious. MORE
Ninety-eight association executives earned their CAE (Certified Association Executive) this time around and will be joining a class of more than 4,000 industry professionals. Congratulations are in order for the latest group of individuals who have received their CAE credential! Professional development MORE
The income disparity in America is accompanied by a giving disparity: According to a Chronicle of Philanthropy analysis of IRS data, the wealthy give a smaller share of their income to charity than do members of the middle class. Members of the lower and middle class gave $57.3 MORE
The reality is most trade associations are forced by default into what the software industry calls a Best-in-Class software environment. In today’s fast paced world, Best-in-Class environments can offer huge advantages. Profitability by Event, Class, Conference. MORE
Last week, I taught ASAE’s Association Management Week Membership Development class, and one of the participants, who works for an association with lots of student members, mentioned that her association is doing an increasing amount of communications via text. When is the best time of the year to begin renewal communications to members? How many notices should we send? Should we send paper or electronic notices? What should we send WITH the notices? MORE
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And much like a well-aged bourbon, the recruitment effort screams old-school class. The post Kentucky Distillers Bring Class to First Membership Drive appeared first on Associations Now Making a Big Bet Distilleries across Kentucky have big long-term plans for their main product. MORE
The post Best Benefit Ever: Convenient Classes for Caregivers appeared first on Associations Now The American Health Care Association’s new website aims to lighten the load for its members with a new learning system. What’s the benefit? MORE
I’m teaching a master class today in San Francisco for arts organizations for Theatre Bay Area. My master class here in San Francisco will be video taped and shared in other cities by a local facilitator using a lesson plan that I have developed. MORE
Event & Meeting Planning adult learning attendee engagement conference best practices conferences engagement meeting space participatory class participatory conferences participatory culturePeople participate in a variety of behaviors at a typical conference. MORE
As our workplaces continue to transform universities around the globe are rising to combine topics that will transform leadership. Check out this course on the intersection of Faith, Spirituality & the workplace. MORE
The New York State Psychiatric Association won a significant victory in its legal battle against UnitedHealthcare after an appeals court ruled that the association has standing to represent its members and their patients in the class-action lawsuit. MORE
Need a new way to get the class to arrive on time and to return to class promptly after a break or lunch? I may try it with an "early bird" drawing to reward those who arrive at least 5 minutes before class. AE on the Verge. Association management, meetings and mania. Sunday, June 12, 2011. Meetings: On Time Prize Drawings. Try an "on time" prize drawing. MORE
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences introduced its largest voting class ever this year, and—like in the past few years—the new membership reflects a more diverse Hollywood. The post Academy Continues Strides Toward Diversity with New Member Class appeared first on Associations No MORE
Victory for Egypt’s Professional Class? Apart from how much better the reporting depth and insight versus the news quality among American media outlets, the most enlightening aspect has been just how the anti-government protests were led by Egyptians from the professional classes. MORE
Instead of emailing countless class updates, staff can upload these into one place. Even the onsite classes have become more sustainable, because members have an online classroom option now. Imagine this: You’re inspecting a wind turbine about 350 feet up in the air. MORE
With a new graduating class entering the workforce, this summer will be rife with membership opportunities for trade associations. The post Monday Buzz: New Membership Strategies for the Class of 2016 appeared first on Associations Now MORE
But in the time when associations are going out of business, merging, or otherwise undergoing fundamental restructuring challenges, could this tendency be leading to two classes of associations? One class might be defined by a club-like familiarity of association members and staff participating in programs of long standing. The other class is defined by environments that are more entrepreneurial, growth oriented and marked by movement and change. By Steven M. MORE
This week’s Friday quote comes from The Alliance , a book written by Reid Hoffman, a co-founder of LinkedIn (and Ben Casnocha and Chris Yeh). MORE
Event & Meeting Planning adult learning adult learning principles conference best practices conferences participatory class participatory conferences participatory cultureWe participate, therefore we are. MORE
The post Best Benefit Ever: Convenient Classes for Caregivers appeared first on Associations Now The American Health Care Association’s new website aims to lighten the load for its members with a new learning system. What’s the benefit? MORE
Class Related Topics Socious
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
Have you ever been told to do more with less? If you haven’t been told that before, I’m sure you’ve at least heard some variation on that same idea, especially if you’re in the association industry. Association Member Engagement Webinar
Socious
NOVEMBER 1, 2016
To hear more debunked member engagement myths, join us on the free November 9 th web class. Join us on November 9 th for our live web class. What You Will Learn During the Web Class. Have you ever been told to do more with less?
Jamie Notter
OCTOBER 24, 2014
This week’s Friday quote comes from The Alliance , a book written by Reid Hoffman, a co-founder of LinkedIn (and Ben Casnocha and Chris Yeh).
SCD Group
SEPTEMBER 4, 2013
Seasons 52 Provides Exceptional Customer Service. Barb and I decided to celebrate our 47th anniversary with a dinner at Seasons 52 in Naples. Well, we discovered customer service above expectations. Something that associations can consider when hosting members at conferences or events.
Aptify
JULY 12, 2017
Ninety-eight association executives earned their CAE (Certified Association Executive) this time around and will be joining a class of more than 4,000 industry professionals. Congratulations are in order for the latest group of individuals who have received their CAE credential! Professional development
Associations Now
OCTOBER 13, 2015
The post Best Benefit Ever: Convenient Classes for Caregivers appeared first on Associations Now The American Health Care Association’s new website aims to lighten the load for its members with a new learning system. What’s the benefit?
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Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 5, 2013
Active Schools initiative is working to get students active by revamping gym classes across the country in more engaging ways. Active Schools (LMAS) initiative, provides plenty of thoughts on that question as it urges schools to reimagine how they structure gym classes.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 13, 2015
The post Best Benefit Ever: Convenient Classes for Caregivers appeared first on Associations Now The American Health Care Association’s new website aims to lighten the load for its members with a new learning system. What’s the benefit?
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
And much like a well-aged bourbon, the recruitment effort screams old-school class. The post Kentucky Distillers Bring Class to First Membership Drive appeared first on Associations Now Making a Big Bet Distilleries across Kentucky have big long-term plans for their main product.
Associations Now
JUNE 29, 2017
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences introduced its largest voting class ever this year, and—like in the past few years—the new membership reflects a more diverse Hollywood. The post Academy Continues Strides Toward Diversity with New Member Class appeared first on Associations No
Associations Now
MARCH 14, 2016
With a new graduating class entering the workforce, this summer will be rife with membership opportunities for trade associations. The post Monday Buzz: New Membership Strategies for the Class of 2016 appeared first on Associations Now
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Holly Duckworth
AUGUST 28, 2017
As our workplaces continue to transform universities around the globe are rising to combine topics that will transform leadership. Check out this course on the intersection of Faith, Spirituality & the workplace.
Plexus Consulting
SEPTEMBER 14, 2015
Is Your Association in a Class by Itself? But in the time associations are going out of business, merging, or otherwise undergoing fundamental restructuring challenges, could this tendency be leading to two different classes of associations? One class might be defined by a club-like familiarity of association members and staff participating in programs of long standing. In which class is your association By Steven M.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 10, 2015
The New York State Psychiatric Association won a significant victory in its legal battle against UnitedHealthcare after an appeals court ruled that the association has standing to represent its members and their patients in the class-action lawsuit.
Beth Kanter
MAY 6, 2013
I’m teaching a master class today in San Francisco for arts organizations for Theatre Bay Area. My master class here in San Francisco will be video taped and shared in other cities by a local facilitator using a lesson plan that I have developed.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 9, 2014
The income disparity in America is accompanied by a giving disparity: According to a Chronicle of Philanthropy analysis of IRS data, the wealthy give a smaller share of their income to charity than do members of the middle class. Members of the lower and middle class gave $57.3
GlowGlobally
FEBRUARY 12, 2011
Victory for Egypt’s Professional Class? Apart from how much better the reporting depth and insight versus the news quality among American media outlets, the most enlightening aspect has been just how the anti-government protests were led by Egyptians from the professional classes.
Plexus Consulting
MARCH 24, 2014
But in the time when associations are going out of business, merging, or otherwise undergoing fundamental restructuring challenges, could this tendency be leading to two classes of associations? One class might be defined by a club-like familiarity of association members and staff participating in programs of long standing. The other class is defined by environments that are more entrepreneurial, growth oriented and marked by movement and change. By Steven M.
Associations Now
AUGUST 8, 2013
The carrier announced on August 5 that it will upgrade its business-class amenities by offering lie-flat seats on some of its cross-country flights beginning in mid-2014. ” Business class is where competition really is serious.
Aaron Wolowiec
FEBRUARY 9, 2016
But some new types of learning are also emerging: massive open online courses, flipped classes, gamified learning, microcredentials and microlearning, which has the highest rate of adoption. Jeff Cobb and Celisa Steele, co-founders of Tagoras.
GlowGlobally
NOVEMBER 25, 2008
UAE Gems Dubai and Abu Dhabi Offer World Class Opportunities. GrowGlobally.org. global association strategy, regional planning and local infrastructure to grow your business. About. Channels. MarCom. Market & Biz Plan. Meetings. Membership. Products. Public Affairs. Services.
Association Adviser
DECEMBER 2, 2016
The reality is most trade associations are forced by default into what the software industry calls a Best-in-Class software environment. In today’s fast paced world, Best-in-Class environments can offer huge advantages. Profitability by Event, Class, Conference.
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 24, 2014
Conference Planning adult learning strategies brain science education brain-friendly conferences conference best practices conference education conferences participatory class participatory culture participatory learning
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 12, 2012
Event & Meeting Planning adult learning adult learning principles conference best practices conferences participatory class participatory conferences participatory cultureWe participate, therefore we are.
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 22, 2012
Event & Meeting Planning adult learning attendee engagement conference best practices conferences engagement meeting space participatory class participatory conferences participatory culturePeople participate in a variety of behaviors at a typical conference.
Velvet Chainsaw
AUGUST 2, 2012
Event & Meeting Planning adult learning strategies brain science education brain-friendly conferences conference best practices conference education conferences participatory class participatory culture participatory learning
AE on the Verge
JUNE 12, 2011
Need a new way to get the class to arrive on time and to return to class promptly after a break or lunch? I may try it with an "early bird" drawing to reward those who arrive at least 5 minutes before class. AE on the Verge. Association management, meetings and mania. Sunday, June 12, 2011. Meetings: On Time Prize Drawings. Try an "on time" prize drawing.
Experts in Membership Marketing
MAY 25, 2011
SCD Group
SEPTEMBER 13, 2012
While fishing in Canada last month, my brother (a trustee for a small liberal arts college) and my nephew “discussed” whether mobile learning was inferior to in class learning. Pages. About. Contact. Causeaholic. AMR Management Services. Stronger by Association.
The Big Picture
JANUARY 8, 2006
Hurricane Katrina helped an advertising class cover ethics, gave future engineers a chance to see what hurricanes do to their buildings, taught future social workers the kinds of challenges they will face in the real world and showed future public policy wonks that they should always be prepared to handle the worst-case scenario. Davis class created a public service campaign that focused on rebuilding after the hurricane. The Big Picture.
Mariner
DECEMBER 22, 2015
The best piece of advice I received when I was in college was to view each day I had classes as if I was on a 9 to 5 job. I heeded that advice and made it a point on those days I had class to get to the college early and stay after class to work on assignments
Membership Marketing
DECEMBER 12, 2011
• First Class Letter rate is increasing to $0.45 (up from $0.44). • First Class Postcard rate is increasing to $0.32 (up from $0.29). Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations.
GlowGlobally
JULY 9, 2009
For the first time in history more than half the world is middle-class-thanks to rapid growth in emerging countries. GrowGlobally.org. global association strategy, regional planning and local infrastructure to grow your business. About. Channels. MarCom. Market & Biz Plan. Meetings.
GlowGlobally
FEBRUARY 26, 2009
For the first time in history more than half the world is middle-class-thanks to rapid growth in emerging countries. Here in American over 90% of our people are middle class or better. GrowGlobally.org.
Wild Apricot
MAY 25, 2018
Looking for an easy way to coordinate training programs and register rowers for events and classes? Dozens of rowing clubs use Wild Apricot’s software to seamlessly handle all their admin tasks and more
Higher Logic
MARCH 27, 2019
Instead of emailing countless class updates, staff can upload these into one place. Even the onsite classes have become more sustainable, because members have an online classroom option now. Imagine this: You’re inspecting a wind turbine about 350 feet up in the air.
Experts in Membership Marketing
SEPTEMBER 16, 2011
World Class Boards
APRIL 28, 2017
Below are slide references from our Board Member Boot Camp program, to help you build your world class board. Leading Associations is happy to discuss ways we can be of service, including Interim Executive Director Services, Comprehensive Management and Strategic Leadership Development. Please contact Rob Spangler, MPA, at 720.259.3432 or rob@leadingassociations.com. Please contact us with any questions! Board Training
Spark Consulting
JANUARY 14, 2019
Last week, I taught ASAE’s Association Management Week Membership Development class, and one of the participants, who works for an association with lots of student members, mentioned that her association is doing an increasing amount of communications via text. When is the best time of the year to begin renewal communications to members? How many notices should we send? Should we send paper or electronic notices? What should we send WITH the notices?
HighRoad Solution
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
You need members to buy products or sign up for classes. All of your association’s goals depend on getting people to take action. You need new members to apply. You need current members to renew. You need people to attend your events. You need advocates in your industry to mobilize for change.
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