Delcor

MAY 21, 2020

We have found that organizations with strong technology leadership and well-managed technology were able to quickly and effectively keep people working and connected. This is one example of how effective technology leadership can help organizations plan for and execute projects that support critical business goals.

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APRIL 14, 2023

Abstract/conference management. Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events. This template is also helpful for other technology selection projects since those vendors will need much of the same information.

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JUNE 26, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Inclusive conferences. Barbara Palmer at PCMA Convene lists eight ways conference organizers, sponsors, speakers and attendees can make conferences more racially diverse. Conference and education teams. Implicit bias.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

I’ve always been an advocate of well-designed, interactive virtual events because many people don’t have the time or money to attend in-person events. But there’s no replacement for conferences. Yes, our conferences are places, but they’re also where we double-down on this feeling. Leadership pipeline. Change management.

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

This guide is designed to assist you in understanding the art of creating a proposal that not only embodies your event’s vision but also pitches it convincingly to your stakeholders or clients. Why You Need an Event Proposal When you’re venturing into event planning, understanding the purpose of an event proposal is crucial.

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MAY 14, 2021

This week, WBT Systems shared a swipe file of marketing blurbs for association conferences, courses and credentialing programs —have at it! Event safety. The team at Event Farm has been hosting a series of webinars about the safe return to in-person events. Check it out before you get too deep into your planning process.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

After an informative discussion in ASAE Collaborate, TopClass LMS was inspired to introduce the Open Space event format to those who can’t access the forum. In this post, they describe the basics and the advantages Open Space has over the traditional conference session format. Membership renewals. Marketing to younger generations.

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JUNE 23, 2023

WBT Systems goes over some ChatGPT basics, brings up some concerns—like why you shouldn’t rely upon it to do all your work, and explains how association professionals, including education teams, are using ChatGPT to save time and jump-start the creative process. Our AI future. AI usage policy. Marketing benchmarks. 1 CAE credit. 1 CMP credit.

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AUGUST 4, 2023

Host: Product Design Community Facilitator: Nancy Bacon, founder, Nancy Bacon Consulting *All events are online at Eastern Daylight Time unless otherwise noted. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Mon 8/7 at 8 a.m. Host: MeetingsNet Speaker: Justin Maddox, Director of Digital Strategy, LEO Events Fri 8/11 at 12:30 p.m.

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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. You can listen to the episode on Spotify.]

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MAY 22, 2020

Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. We’ve had a few months now of quickly planned virtual conferences and learning events. WBT Systems has been tuning in—they describe ten attendee complaints about virtual conferences and provide suggestions to resolve them. Virtual conference success stories.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

When done well, a smooth registration and check-in process whisks attendees into the event in the right spirit, impressed, engaged and informed on what's to come. Some event self-check-in systems will email attendees barcodes, which people then scan day-of via their smartphones. When done poorly? Don't Forget the Lanyards.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 29, 2024

We will review 10 compelling event engagement ideas that are designed to impress. We will explore how technology can help and how you can best measure your results. Let’s raise the level and expectations for your next event. Here is how to engage your event audience more effectively.

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MAY 12, 2023

I love the idea of a small, focused conference where you can actually get to know people, so I hope to meet many of you there. 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. Learning business. Demystifying API. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Good enough” technology. It’s time to assess your technology stack and partners because you can’t afford to continue settling for “good enough” technology , not if you want to take advantage of emerging opportunities and meet the changing needs of your members and market. Host: ASAE Technology Council. 1 CAE credit.

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MAY 15, 2020

MemberSuite describes how to show virtual event ROI to sponsors and exhibitors by creating opportunities for them to achieve their marketing goals: increasing brand awareness, providing thought leadership, showcasing their products, and developing and deepening relationships. Virtual conference success story. More info/register.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Staying on the revenue theme, Dan Kowitz and Bruce Rosenthal of Partnership Professionals Network explain how the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses changed from tired old platinum/gold/silver conference sponsorship packages to a sponsorship program offering yearlong, customized Premier Partnerships. In-person conference/show feedback.

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Leading Learning

AUGUST 20, 2020

We have been tracking and reporting on virtual conferences—not to mention hosting our own—for years, but clearly interest in and demand for them has skyrocketed in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, interest in finding the best virtual conference platforms has also risen dramatically. What Is a Virtual Conference?

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OCTOBER 29, 2021

Virtual conference research. Leading Learning released The Virtual Conferences Report 2021. Here are a few tidbits: 1% of participants report that registrations for their virtual conference either met or exceeded expectations. 5% say they will offer another virtual conference in the future. Flexible work model.

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MemberClicks

JULY 20, 2023

Building non-dues revenue with event technology Your association can build non-dues revenue through many avenues, one of them being the technology you use. Be it your networking app, event apps or LMS, tech is the perfect place to provide sponsorship opportunities and offer ad space. What is GTR Event Technology?

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MAY 7, 2021

This approach would provide “immutable evidence” of the credential and eliminate the possibility of fraud and the need for manual processing. In some of these cases, technology and common sense can save the day and, in others, you might have to knock some sense into your board. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

Learn more about the application process, including tips for a successful submission and insider knowledge about what the judges seek, during a 1/28 webinar—details below. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. 1 CAE credit.

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JUNE 2, 2023

Technology decisions. Achurch Consulting provides guidance for deciding when to add new technology to your staff’s toolkit. Nine times out of ten, humans are to blame when technology doesn’t live up to expectations. Nine times out of ten, humans are to blame when technology doesn’t live up to expectations. CAE credit.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Virtual conference communications survey. The ASAE Communication Professionals Advisory Council requests your participation in a short, 11 question survey to help the community understand the challenges of planning virtual conference communications. Conference attendee learning journey. Virtual conference experience.

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Protech

MAY 9, 2023

Say your association is planning its first annual conference, relying mostly on an outdated AMS with limited features to prepare for the event. Before the event, participants are confused about where and how to register, and staff members have to spend hours assisting them. Data-backed decision-making.

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APRIL 9, 2021

Event Farm is hosting a series of virtual events on pandemic compliance and safety at in-person events. The first session addressed six event safety factors to consider from the public health and event planning perspectives. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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Virtual

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Q&A with Brittney Burns, Events Manager at Virtual. At Virtual, I manage events for a technology-focused, non-profit association management company. This might mean planning conferences and member meetings. We run events in 35 countries for participants including the U.S. Every event is different.

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Velvet Chainsaw

AUGUST 2, 2023

Initial Intelligence Gathering: Struggling with where to start for determining team pricing for your conference? Ask ChatGPT to provide examples of group pricing models for large professional association conferences. As a second step, ask for ideas and examples from large medical conferences.

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JUNE 19, 2020

Virtual conference of the week. Last month, someone from ACUI said in ASAE’s Collaborate forum , “We wrapped up the virtual conference yesterday, and participants are raving.” They held their virtual conference over two afternoons and evenings in May using Hopin as the event platform and Auctria for their silent auction.

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MARCH 25, 2022

Check out the new page on my site, Association Brain Food Resources , dedicated to feeding your brain with information from our industry partners about association technology, membership, data management, cybersecurity, non-dues revenue, and more. All events are online at Eastern Daylight Time unless otherwise noted. Host: Fridays@4.

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Protech

JUNE 13, 2023

The world of association management (and all of the technology designed to support it) is vast. For example, a small association in its first year of operating might just use a few simple spreadsheets and documents to track member engagement and plan meetings. How can associations get the most out of their technology?

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Socious

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Think about the last conference you went to. We attend conferences and events because we’re interested in the topics they cover and the speakers who are headlining. Your call for proposals, speaker selection, and speaker registration processes must go smoothly or your event’s quality will suffer.

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Expo Logic

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Recent advancements in event technology offer increased security and peace of mind for your attendees. Your attendee’s safety is always a top priority when planning your event so to help you through the process, here are a few technologies you can employ at your next event. Event Badges.

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MAY 29, 2020

Ellipsis Partners and Achurch Consulting have been burning the midnight oil on a virtual events ebook that’s definitely worth checking out. It covers virtual event strategy and technology, including a list of platforms for different purposes. Virtual conference success story. Virtual conference of the week.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

You might be surprised at just how far this technology has come! How many attendees you can expect at your next event, based on previous attendance and member activity. In other words, AI is a fantastic piece of technology that you can only leverage if you’re collecting the correct data and using AI in the right ways.

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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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Expo Logic

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Organizers and planners are continuing to move forward to create virtual conferences and facilitate an online experience for their attendees and replicate what would have been in-person. It is important to think about your event strategy and what components you need online that will best help you to accomplish your goals. Sponsorships.

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