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?”,

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

Results Direct and.orgCommunity released the first and most comprehensive report on mobile apps in the association community , which includes data on how associations and their members are using mobile apps. AI for Event Planners: Leverage the Power or Proceed with Caution? Member app. 1 CMP credit. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

Marketing, membership and communications awards. Gold Circle Awards recognize excellence in marketing, membership, and communications in 15 categories. Hear about accessibility and community—and why community leaders need to step up to the bar in terms of creating an equal space for all. More info/register. Host: Vanilla.

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DECEMBER 6, 2019

Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Presenter: Tracy King, MA, CAE, Chief Learning Strategist & Founder, InspirEd. Presenter: Colin Murphy, Idealware. Presenter: Heather Graci, Behavioral Economics Specialist at Creative Science.

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MAY 22, 2020

Presenters: Graham Harvey, Chief Strategy Officer, Matchbox Virtual Media. Presenters: Liam O’Malley, VP Association Solutions, Blue Sky eLEARN. Among the many challenges you’ll face is preparing your speakers to present an engaging virtual experience. Presenter: Heather Mason, CEO and Founder, Caspian Agency.

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JUNE 26, 2020

Presenters: Graham Harvey, Chief Strategy Officer, Matchbox Virtual Media. Presenter: Jeffrey S. Presenters: Nikki Bell, co-founder of Fundraising Everywhere. Build a Sponsorship Strategy Focused on Monetizing Your In-Person & Digital Events. Presenter: Meg Fasy, Principal, FazeFWD. More info/register.

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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. Presenters: Kristin St. Host: ASAE.

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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. Presenters: Heba Mahmoud, Senior Manager of Inclusion & Diversity at MITRE Corporation. Presenters: Todd A. Sponsorship sales.

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NXUnite

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Our presenters lead discussions on their preferred topics and craft presentations to share their valuable knowledge, all while cultivating a new audience through NXUnite. The platform offers tools for agenda creation, document sharing, board member engagement, and secure communication, all aimed at enhancing governance processes.

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JUNE 19, 2020

They explain how communication plays a huge role in that effort. Virtual event benefits. Get an overview on managing risks when entering into meetings and event contracts in the age of COVID-19. Presenters: Barbara Dunn, Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP (representing group clients). Making Video for Virtual Events.

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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. Presenters: Kristi C.

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MAY 7, 2021

Presenter: Dr. Naomi Brahim leads the work of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, KY. Presenters: Charlotte Muylaert, Sarah Garrity, and Katie Carson. Learn what the future of face-to-face events will look like. Presenters: David Adler, Chairman and Founder of BizBash.

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MAY 29, 2020

Discover the 5 levels of subconscious communication to avoid self-sabotage and seize opportunities. Presenter: Tim Schurr, Schurr Success, Inc. Presenters: Danielle Deane, Membership Manager, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Presenters: Graham Harvey, Chief Strategy Officer, Matchbox Virtual Media.

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MARCH 25, 2022

Learn how you can crowd source content from your community for your events. Presenters: Smriti Bansal, Head of Content, Braindate by e180. Thorben Grosser, VP of Product Marketing & Events, EventMobi. Presenter: Melissa Curtin, MSW, Certified Coach, HeartMath® Certified Trainer. 1 CMP credit. Host: EventMobi.

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MAY 14, 2021

Presenter: Trevor Blondeel , PCC, Founder, Operations Kickstart. Presenters: Liz Lathan , CEO, Haute Dokimazo. Presenter: James Burron, co-founder and president of the Canadian Association of Alternative Strategies & Assets. Presenters: . Presenters: Walter Calvert, Partner, Corporate, Venable LLP .

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APRIL 24, 2020

Presenters: Graham Harvey, Chief Strategy Officer, Matchbox Virtual Media. Presenters: Janet McNichol, CAE, human resources director, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Presenters: Arianna Rehak, CEO & Co-Founder, Matchbox Virtual Media. Presenters: Former FBI Hostage Negotiator Chip Massey. Host: ASAE.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 6, 2023

Images Our last post, Key Vendor Service-Level Expectations , explored how the events industry is managing through a significant loss of experienced talent. In the fast-paced world of event planning, strong project management from your key vendors is essential for success. Photo Credit: Zuko.io

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APRIL 14, 2023

Revolutionizing Event Planning with AI Explore the transformational impact of AI on event planning. See the making of an AI-assisted event and hear how AI can help you ideate and create engaging event experiences. Specialist, Microsoft Kevin Craine, Host/MC, AIIM Wed 4/19 at 2 p.m. More info/register.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Review the forecast for events in the coming year, including a budget, attendance, and business conditions, and trends that matter. Presenter: Jessie States, CMP, CMM, Vice President, MPI Academy, Meeting Professionals International. All events are at Eastern Standard Time and online unless otherwise noted. 1 CMP credit.

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

These speakers, with their insights and expertise, can set the tone and elevate the entire event. Securing the right keynote speaker requires a blend of strategic planning, careful negotiation, and effective communication. Firstly, when reaching out to speakers, communicate if there’s any flexibility in your event dates.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

They describe the seven steps of starting a successful association mentoring program from pre-evaluation and research to planning, design, recruitment, matching, training, support, and evaluation. That explains the interest in communities like Non-Dues-A-Palooza and Professionals for Association Revenue. Event design.

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Assemble your team Singlehandedly planning a conference is nearly impossible, so you will be putting together groups of people who can help make your event unforgettable. You will most likely need a team that consists of the following groups: Communications and marketing. Even internal events need to be promoted.

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MemberClicks

MAY 9, 2022

Involving members when planning events. There are a few benefits to involving your members in your event plans. This touch base with members can also help you set your own goals for your events. 6 questions to ask members before planning an event. What type of event would you like to attend?

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Host: KiKi L’Italien, Vice President, Marketing and Community Engagement, Big Red M Guest: Liz Peuster, CAE, Director Of Communications & Public Relations, South Carolina Association of CPAs *All events are online at Eastern Standard Time unless otherwise noted. More info/register. Fri 2/2 at 4 p.m. More info/register.

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Associations Now

MAY 15, 2014

Experts gather in Seattle to discuss the brave new world of 21st-century communication. Communication is an important activity of any association. With the opportunities and avenues for communication greatly expanded by the internet, now is the perfect time for the 64th annual International Communication Association Conference.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Chapter communications. Billhighway explains how to help chapter leaders become better communicators so they can more effectively run and promote their chapters. They describe how to first improve your communications (and relationships) with chapters so volunteer leaders are more receptive and aware of your messages and resources.

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DECEMBER 1, 2017

Presenters: Jamie Notter, Partner, WorkXO Solutions, and Dan Stark, Director of Product Strategy, NimbleUser/Community Brands and former association executive. Presenter: Andrew Freeman, Founder/Partner, af&co. Presenter: Pat Schaumann, Sr. – After Appagedon: Your Event App and 2018. More info/register.

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APRIL 19, 2019

MemberSuite shares 17 tips for making first-time attendees feel so welcome and comfortable that they’ll return for your next event. Some quick hits before we get to next week’s free webinars: 14 event planning blogs you should follow—they mention this one because of Association Brain Food Weekly. Dee McCurry, Ex Ordo ).

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Socious

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

They attend your association’s events because they’re interested in the people presenting and the subjects your sessions are covering. Since your members are interested in your speakers and what they’ll be talking about at your event, speaker management is one of the most important aspects of event planning.

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APRIL 5, 2019

New “auto renewal” laws in DC and several states will affect how associations handle membership communications. The team at AO uses the EventCanvas methodology to analyze the past and shape the future of its events, including major events and congresses for AO Foundation and its AOSpine and AOCMF communities of practice.

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MemberClicks

JANUARY 26, 2023

When you’re planning a major event like a conference or annual meeting, you want to do everything to make sure that it runs smoothly and is successful. But the first rule of event planning is that something will inevitably go wrong. Where do we start with the benefits of mobile event apps?

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MAY 19, 2023

Hear about best practices for preparing for negotiations, identifying and assessing potential risks, and establishing effective communication and negotiation strategies, insights into negotiating contracts, and practical guidance on how to protect the interests of their association and avoid common pitfalls. More info/register. .

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Check out what James Young at Product Community has to say about building and using a community engagement funnel. Unlike social media, a mobile app serves as a centralized communication channel for your members. Member app. Bulletin describes how a member app enhances and fosters member engagement. More info/register.

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AssociationChat

JANUARY 15, 2024

This extends beyond the conference content to the very fabric of event planning,” she explained. It’s about accessible event venues, inclusive communication language, and programming that reflects various perspectives and experiences. Upholding Integrity : Establish clear guidelines for ethical research presentation.

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JANUARY 26, 2018

This time, Sohini Baliga, a communications expert from the charitable fundraising world, joined Elizabeth to address three major areas where charities are way ahead of associations. Presenter: William H. Host: ASAE Greater Washington / National Capital Community. Presenters: Tiffany M. Presenter: Tami Bonnett-Admi.

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JUNE 9, 2017

Presenters: Matt Kerr, market research analyst, and Tony Rossell, senior vice president, Marketing General Incorporated. – How to Report Live from Nonprofit Conferences and Events. Get a six-week plan that includes pre-event planning and post-event follow-up. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Trade Association CEO Blog

AUGUST 18, 2011

Consider these major responsibilities: Membership Development, Membership Benefits, Membership Administration, Governance, Volunteer Development, Meeting/Event Management, Government Affairs, Market Development, Education, Operations, Communications and Cheerleader. Event Planning Checklist. Event Planning Checklist.

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