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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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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 4, 2023

Email Address: Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Mon 8/7 at 8 a.m. More info/register. Fri 8/4 at 4 p.m.

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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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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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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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MAY 7, 2021

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. Even after resuming public performances, some theater troupes plan to keep streaming their productions , reports Terry Teachout at the Wall Street Journal. I found myself saying “Yes!”

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APRIL 21, 2023

Sherry Budziak,orgSource ) Neurodiverse candidates increase productivity and growth—here’s how to support them. Good eats Skip down to the list of free educational events if you prefer takeout. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Virtual Panel Discussion: What’s (Really) on the Event Horizon?

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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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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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JANUARY 29, 2021

If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link before Wednesday evening the week before it’s scheduled. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Join us as we discuss your 2021 DEI goals and how to create an accountability plan to help keep you and your teams on track.

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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. 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. Learning business. Newsletters.

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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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JUNE 23, 2023

They describe how technology can help your association do this by strengthening your organization’s culture. As Sheri Jacobs and Lisa Boylan say, AI policies “serve as essential guardrails, guiding associations on how to manage and harness the power of AI technology effectively.” AI usage policy. Marketing benchmarks. 1 CAE credit.

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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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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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APRIL 28, 2023

I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. How Artificial Intelligence Can Enhance Association events Learn about the AI tools and applications that can improve event planning, participant engagement, and overall event experience, including chatbots, facial recognition, personalized recommendations, and data analytics.

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Associations Now

MARCH 5, 2015

All the decisions required when putting together an important event, conference, or convention—including deciding what event-focused technology to use—can be overwhelming. It talked to a couple of leading minds in event technology : Sli.do’s Juraj Holub and blogger Liz King.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

Keep these findings in mind when planning staff and member online meetings and educational programs, including conferences. Email Address: Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Technology has its own momentum. Gen Z careers.

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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. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. 1 CMP credit.

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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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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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MemberClicks

APRIL 29, 2024

This article will examine the significance of event engagement and why it matters. 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.

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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. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric.

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APRIL 24, 2020

Selinger raises several good points to keep in mind as you plan virtual conferences and other online programs. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Contrary to popular belief, virtual group meetings can be productive, collaborative, and ridiculously engaging. Makes sense.

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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 13, 2020

As a 25-year community theater veteran, Heather Hughes has been involved with plenty of epic productions. Fortunately for Protech, Heather’s experience came in handy when she served as a driving force behind one of Protech’s biggest productions ever: our first-ever virtual Fusion Customer 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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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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JANUARY 21, 2022

I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Top Productivity Hacks (Open Networking).

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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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MARCH 24, 2023

In this comprehensive guide to tiered and à la carte sponsorship models for in-person, virtual and hybrid events , EventMobi suggests how to price, sell and deliver sponsorships, measure ROI, and craft a post-event report for corporate partners. Data-informed event planning. Location: Chicago IL. More info/register.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 30, 2014

Rather than stressing and wasting time on the tedious, take a tip from Bruce Lee to become more productive. Also: Suggestions on how to secure more sponsors for your conference. Show me the sponsors: In the event-planning world, the more guests the merrier—especially if they work for potential sponsors.

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JANUARY 26, 2018

4 million US jobs are expected to be disrupted by technology and other factors between now and 2026. Here’s the list of free professional development events for the association community scheduled for next week. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. CB Insights ). World Economic Forum ).

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CMA Solutions

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Consider the most recent examples of industry excellence: Collateral: Magazine Design IMARK Now Electrical magazine, which won top honors, featured an eye-catching, streamlined design that elevated the content that offered readers insight on management strategies, tactical insight on logistics, productivity and margins. Now, We Connect It.”,

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

The EPA has called out the meetings and events industry as one of the most wasteful today. The typical conference attendee will throw away over 4 pounds of waste per day, according to Event Manager Blog. What Is Green Event Planning? Event marketing and promotion. Meeting and event venues.

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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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