Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Observe to learn members’ preferences and interest You likely have data on the purchases your members are making, the events they’re registering for and the content they’re downloading. Create and communicate your value proposition When your association loses members, do you know why? With all these uses (and more!)

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NXUnite

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The platform offers tools for agenda creation, document sharing, board member engagement, and secure communication, all aimed at enhancing governance processes. They provide marketing solutions to brands powering social good and community impact. Nexus Marketing Nexus Marketing is a different type of mission-driven company.

Software 130

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The event planning industry is one of immense creativity, innovation, and personal touches. In the modern era, where experiences reign supreme, it’s essential to craft events that resonate deeply with attendees, leaving them with memories they’ll cherish forever. The canvas provides a prompt “How can we add magic?”,

Event Planning 111

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. New association event. Check out what James Young at Product Community has to say about building and using a community engagement funnel.

Certificate 284

Certificate Price Tools Technology 284

Reid All About it

MARCH 17, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Online learning. But excellent content isn’t enough to gain market share. Content is a commodity, says WBT Systems. shares 15 ways to improve your newsletter content and delivery. Chapter habits. But do you? More info/register.

Revenue 205

Revenue Certificate Committee Leadership 205

Reid All About it

JANUARY 29, 2021

Communicate. Explore the trends and technologies your association can better monetize and/or innovate with so you can more effectively educate and communicate with your members, constituents, and the public. Host: Jay Daughtry, Chief Communications Officer/Owner, CQbd. Communicate. 8: Innovate. More info/register.

Newsletter 370

Newsletter Education Recruiting Recruitment 370

Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

I bet members interact with your newsletters more regularly than any other product or service, which means your association should carefully plan and design each edition. shares 15 ways to improve your newsletter content and delivery. Learn how to build trust across generations through clarity, communication, and belonging.

Chicago 200

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NXUnite

MARCH 4, 2024

Have them create a content calendar or vote on your fundraiser’s theme. Event day talent showcase: Highlight school talent by having student musicians or singers perform during your event. This not only provides a platform for students to shine and share their skills but also adds a personal and engaging touch to the event.

Tips 130

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Reid All About it

JUNE 26, 2020

As some associations canceled in-person conferences and made the switch to virtual, two association teams found themselves owning different elements of the experience—the meetings team handled the content while the education team managed the platform. How to Use Data to Drive Your Content Strategy & SEO. To organize your content?

Montana 370

Montana Conference Content Education 370

Reid All About it

APRIL 14, 2023

Hear about ‘out of the box’ revenue-generating ideas from exhibitor engagement to content activation, if event tech has the same value now as it did pre-pandemic, and how you can put AI to use at your events. Is Content AI a Game Changer? More info/register. to 2:30 p.m. – More info/register.

Leadership 195

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JULY 7, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… A month from now, many of us will be at ASAE Annual in Atlanta. Check out the content lineup if you haven’t already. AI and event planning. Hear about newsletter best practices to increase engagement and curate outside content.

Tools 195

Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

Mercury Creative Group explains why you should have an ideal buyer in mind when crafting marketing content. Actually, this is a good idea when writing any content. Reaching “Best in World” Status for the Content You Need to Attract and Retain Members Learn how to shift from an article-first to a multimedia publishing organization.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

Read what they learned about the growth of international audiences thanks to online events—and challenges with online networking and engagement—as well as on-demand online content libraries and problems caused by the lack of integrations. Procrastination. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CMP credit. .

Chicago 195

Chicago Certificate Marketing Content 195

AssociationChat

JANUARY 15, 2024

It’s about creating events that truly resonate with our diverse global community,” Laura Harvey, Ex Ordo ‘s Chief Customer Officer. Laura Harvey explains how the underlying content creation process for scholarly events is akin to plumbing – not the “sexy” part of a system, but necessary.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

Event planning. Is your event planning to-do list still up to snuff? Whether you’re new to the business or have been planning events forever, take a look at the post-pandemic event checklist put together by Impexium. More info/register. Mon 6/19 at 8 a.m. – But storytelling is hard to get right.

Project 195

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GrowthZone

MAY 2, 2023

These productivity tools come in association management software (AMS) and help streamline database management, financial administration, event planning, member communications, and more. Easily provide value to new members by automatically adding directory listings and unlocking member-only content.

Tools 78

Tools Revenue Software FAQ 78

Fonteva

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Here are our top tips from an HR consultant: Invest in a comprehensive management solution Communicate consistently and valuably Offer ample learning opportunities Provide tools for members to engage with each other. Make sure to actively track engagement (like event attendance, online activity, etc.) Email marketing and communication.

Member Engagement 98

Member Engagement Tips Recruiting Recruitment 98

Reid All About it

MARCH 25, 2022

Fri 3/25 at 11 a.m.* – The Association Show: Content. Learn how you can crowd source content from your community for your events. Presenters: Smriti Bansal, Head of Content, Braindate by e180. Susan Spilka, Strategic Communications Consultant and Co-founder of the Workplace Equity Project. 1 CMP credit.

Revenue 195

Revenue Content Virginia Technology 195

Achieve

MARCH 1, 2024

While your audience probably receives marketing materials and updates from your organization, these communications aren’t always the most effective at fostering close relationships. Plan your content strategy. Take things one step at a time—start by providing well-crafted content. Connect with your audience in a new way.

Event Planning 52

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Blue Sky eLearn

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

To set your association’s virtual service event up for success, leaders should: Define goals and create a schedule. Construct a communication plan to engage members. Pro tip: Check out our top event management software options to help with your virtual service day planning. Anticipate technical difficulties.

Organization 232

Organization Software Newsletter Tips 232

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Organizing a successful conference hinges not only on the quality of its content but also significantly on the caliber of its keynote speakers. These speakers, with their insights and expertise, can set the tone and elevate the entire event. Do you need a speaker who can deliver technical, motivational, or big picture content?

How To 52

How To Review Social Media Cost 52

Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 1, 2021

We recently held a webinar featuring leaders from two large associations that have held face-to-face events in recent weeks. Increased and Transparent Communications. Events with greater international participation are seeing the steepest declines. Enhanced communication with your trusted vendors has never been more important.

Conference 98

Conference Committee Event Planning Communications 98

Elevating Engagement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Fresh off of her recently published book, Elevating Engagement , Kaiser draws upon her experience as an association leader to offer expertise on engagement strategies , member experiences , leadership growth , event planning , and more. A selection of articles featured in the Elevating Engagement newsletter: Are You Time Starved?

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Case Study Library Member Engagement 52

Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

Marketing, membership and communications awards. Gold Circle Awards recognize excellence in marketing, membership, and communications in 15 categories. 5 Key Tactics for Financial Communications to Your Board. Learn how empathy needs to be incorporated into financial problem solving, messaging, and communications.

Survey 195

Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

Reid All About it

JUNE 19, 2020

They explain how communication plays a huge role in that effort. Virtual event benefits. Fíonta suggests looking at your cancelled events as opportunities to design new experiences for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors—now you can have virtual events that generate both revenue and engagement. Host: Content Forum.

Video 221

Video Conference Revenue Industry 221

Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Although it’s a vague, broad title, most community management positions benefit from a similar background and skillset, even if there are specific nuances to each individual role. Most of a community manager’s job takes place in the written word, either in discussions or email, so they need very strong writing skills.

Social Media 120

Social Media Event Planning Content Tools 120

Blue Sky eLearn

JANUARY 6, 2020

Virtual events, or a virtual component like what you find in a hybrid event— which we’ll discuss later— are one of many examples. The same concepts and tactics found in digital marketing apply to events. Repetition creates familiarity and weaving a common thread, like a theme, can help your members navigate the event with ease.

eBook 191

eBook Social Media Content Conference 191

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m not publishing Brain Food next Friday (10/2) because I’ll be hiking in southern Utah, so this edition includes all the events I know about in the next two weeks. Virtual conference communications survey. More info/register.

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Case Study Content Montana Price 285

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JUNE 2, 2023

Someone who fills out a form to download content is NOT a lead. They’re interested in the content, that’s it. Instead, nurture them with related content. Host: Grip Speakers: Abi Cannons, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Grip Matt Coyne, Chief Content Creator, Waves Connects Panos Moutafis, CEO & Co-Founder, Zenus Inc.

Technology 195

Technology Chicago Education System 195

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Fri 2/26 at 10 a.m.* – The Nonprofit Communications Engine (NYSAE Engagement Lounge). The Nonprofit Communications Engine is a framework designed to help nonprofit leaders and associations build, refine, and optimize their organization’s ability to communicate effectively. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

Recruiting 329

Recruiting Recruitment Project Technology 329

Disciple Media

DECEMBER 6, 2022

An intranet is a private, enclosed computer network that is used for collaboration, information-sharing, event planning, scheduling, operational tools and systems (e.g. Faster workflows – automated scheduling and event planning speeds up repetitive tasks. Community platforms and apps offer the best of both worlds.

Event Planning 36

Event Planning Social Media Library Cost 36

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

It’s not an AI tool, but it’s really effective in managing things like memberships and event planning. Content and Blogging : Imagine AI helping you write. This means you can create engaging content for your donors and supporters with less effort. It’s another way to make your life easier, alongside AI.

Tools 52

Tools Social Media Analysis Content 52

Reid All About it

MAY 15, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Benchmark survey on communicating in the current climate. Naylor and Association Adviser’s annual Association Communications Benchmarking Study is now open to association professionals. Virtual event sponsors and exhibitors.

Puerto Rico 370

Puerto Rico Montana Revenue Strategy 370

Higher Logic

APRIL 25, 2019

Mobile event apps can allow you to manage event content in real time with a user-friendly backend portal. Using a mobile event app, all relevant information is in one place and it’s simple to modify, giving attendees easy access to the schedule. Provide attendees access to their registration information. Need examples?

Massachusetts 226

Massachusetts Newsletter Social Media Conference 226

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Lewis Flax says a mistake made by associations when communicating with sponsors is focusing on what the association offers instead of the prospective sponsor’s needs, desires, and motivations. Learn how to create authentic engagement using real video content. Robin Farmanfarmaian, author, “Facilitating Virtual Events”.

Revenue 195

Revenue Survey Leadership Education 195

Reid All About it

MAY 29, 2020

It covers virtual event strategy and technology, including a list of platforms for different purposes. During a virtual conference, attendee attention is more focused on the educational content. Discover the 5 levels of subconscious communication to avoid self-sabotage and seize opportunities. Host: Content Forum.

San Diego 259

San Diego Strategy North Carolina Conference 259

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Less Talk, More Action: How to Turn your Communications Shortcomings into an Actionable Plan. Hear about the communication challenges facing associations, according to the 2017 Association Communications Benchmarking study, and recommendations to help you improve your communications program as you head into 2018.

North Carolina 158

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