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Don’t rely on one form of communications for your association

SCD Group

Ohio State recognizes 50 years of varsity ice hockey One common theme among association professionals: frustration about communication with members and prospects. I just experienced poor communications of an event designed to include me and my teammates. See some of the ASAE Collaborate commentary below.) That was 50 years ago!

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“A” or “The: Precise Language Important for Association Communications

SCD Group

Precision in the language we use to communicate (and to write policies) is vital to associations and other organizations. And, I’ve seen lots of association newsletters and other communications with confusing and/or poorly written language. Clearly, this was not the only Confederate flag owned by the State of South Carolina.

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Following State Fair Accident, Amusement Associations Talk Safety

Associations Now

Following a fatal accident on a fair ride in Ohio, amusement industry associations are working with operators, manufacturers, and lawmakers to promote safety. Last week at the Ohio State Fair , a gondola on a swinging arm of the Fire Ball ride detached, killing one person and injuring seven others. billion rides at U.S.

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Wednesday Buzz: Essential Advice for Designing a Better Email

Associations Now

Considering an email newsletter redesign? But a poor design can result in your newsletter winding up unread and in members’ spam folders. At last week’s Ohio Society of Association Executives’ Annual Conference, Dan Farkas gave a talk called “Marketing on a Budget: Three Developing Trends for 2017 and Beyond.”

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Membership Forms: Application Samples & Best Practices

MemberClicks

Ohio Arts Professionals Network – Give Membership Options. The Ohio Arts Professionals Network includes each membership tier as well as the associated pricing. That means you can personalize or automate your communications—all while storing information securely and accurately. Help them make the decision easier!

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6 Great Readings for Labor Day and College Football’s Opening Weekend

SCD Group

Communicate More Often to Renew More Donors By Dennis Fischman via The Fundraising Coach It’s a facial expression that’s become way too familiar. When I talk with nonprofit organizations about communicating with their donors, they give me a sheepish look. “We And yes, there are so many channels for your communications today!

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Two ads define storytelling for associations

SCD Group

An email from Ohio State alerting me to a 90-second Apple commercial featuring the Ohio State Marching Band started my thinking about this blog on association storytelling. and regular media (newsletters, magazines, trade publications, etc.) Some association professionals ask me what I mean by storytelling.