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JUNE 18, 2021

Virtual conference networking. Lee Gimpel of Better Meetings is calling out virtual conference organizers for giving the label “networking opportunities” to five types of experiences that don’t deliver on the networking promise , including the ubiquitous chat box. Lessons learned while planning a hybrid conference for APHON.

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OCTOBER 4, 2019

When you’re selecting technology, like a learning management system (LMS), there’s so many ways you can botch the decision, mostly because you don’t know what you don’t know. WBT Systems suggests ten factors you should consider while developing requirements for your new LMS. LMS Success: Keys to Building Participation and Revenue.

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LMS DC Social Media Washington 186

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JANUARY 5, 2024

TopClass LMS describes what they see in their crystal ball, particularly for professional development programs. TopClass LMS analyzed their social media analytics to find out which of their posts resonated most with the association community in 2023. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric.

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Revenue LMS Price Education 281

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JANUARY 10, 2020

Maybe one sign of a looming implosion… your conference is stuck in the dark ages. In this Wired article, Dr. Esther Ngumbi and Dr. Brian Lovett discuss the need for exhausting, expensive, and exclusive science conferences to modernize and provide some ideas for improvement. Try on learning formats you can create in your LMS right now.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

TopClass LMS wants you to know about the coalition supporting legislation to extend the use of tax-exempt 529 savings plans to association credentialing programs. Boring conferences. Here’s a cure for boring conferences. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Credentialing support. 1 CAE credit.

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JUNE 14, 2024

Plus, unlike social media channels, your association controls your app. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Host: ASAE Presenters: PropFuel, Accredible, Higher Logic, Clowder, Credivera, SmartJobBoard, eShow, TopClass LMS, Matchbox, Hivebrite Wed 6/26 from 10:30 a.m. 1 CAE credit.

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Arlington Revenue Leadership Strategy 212

WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

In the past, they achieved this in part by selling continuing education content to members, either directly or indirectly through conferences and forums. Before the rise of social media and cloud computing, associations competed to attract new members — but only in a subtle “non-profit” sort of way. It’s different now.

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JANUARY 12, 2024

If you’re a regular reader of Association Brain Food, this post from TopClass LMS will be familiar ground for you. Unlike social media platforms, your association controls your mobile app platform—a tangible reminder of membership benefits. Your sleep and work quality/productivity depend on the right answer. Dirty data.

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LMS Education Member Engagement Revenue 271

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

You can learn more about the “iconic advantage” approach to marketing straight from the inventor of the concept, Soon Yu , at the NiUG Discovery Conference next week (October 2-4) in Arlington, Virginia. Soon Yu is the opening keynote and conference emcee at #NiUG17—follow that hashtag on Twitter to read soundbites from the conference.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

TopClass LMS describes how assumptions about careers don’t always hold up now. He saw the idea in action at the Social Media Market World conference. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. So far, reading an article here and there, I’m liking it. Career flux. Gen Z and subscriptions.

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Iowa millennials Texas Strategy 259

Blue Sky eLearn

OCTOBER 21, 2019

These gatherings are held solely in the virtual space, whether it’s a video stream, a web conference, or even a virtual environment meeting. For example: An association is hosting an industry conference and wants to improve the educational sessions and material it offers. Collecting the data. Probably not. What questions were asked?

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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 27, 2023

TopClass LMS highlights distinctive site features from several excellent examples. James Young at Product Community says you need “ a world-class value proposition ” for your association and for each product or experience. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Orthodox beliefs. CAE credit.

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AUGUST 12, 2016

I wouldn’t blame you for having conference envy right now. You can at least follow the conference hashtag on Twitter: #asae16. And, if your company has a webinar scheduled in the upcoming month, I’d be happy to feature it in future Brain Foods as long as it’s not product-centric. 5 Ways to Build Your Brand on Social Media.

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Utah millennials Social Media LMS 150

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MARCH 8, 2024

TopClass LMS published another recap from the recent Learning Business Summit. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. What an Event Attendee Wants Hear insights from a survey of conference attendees about their preferences and sentiments regarding in-person and virtual conferences.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

TopClass LMS explains how to keep industry professionals (and members) close with a learning subscription. Unlike social media platforms, a mobile app is controlled by your association and serves as a tangible reminder of the value of membership. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric.

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MARCH 12, 2021

I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric. Learn how to produce a high quality live-stream on a budget, how to scale it up for larger organizations and what to know going into planning a virtual event so you are more knowledgeable if/when selecting a video production partner. Fri 3/12 at 10 a.m.* CAE credits.

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APRIL 12, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… If you’re at the digitalNow conference next week and see me wandering around, please let me know you read Association Brain Food, you’ll make my day, plus I’d love to meet you if we’re not already acquainted. 1 CAE credit.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

Other key takeaways from the report: Social media – Not surprisingly, associations use YouTube for education. Live streaming – Not many associations offer virtual conferences, but instead nearly 30 percent said they live stream events. Learning Management Systems – A LMS is the second most popular technology platform.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Inspired by a session at the recent Learning Business Summit hosted by Leading Learning, TopClass LMS describes a data-driven approach to making DEI part of your educational strategy. You put a ton of effort into planning, promoting and hosting a conference, but once it’s over, attendees drift away. Conference/abstract management.

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Case Study Newsletter Strategy Revenue 271

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Inspired by a Non-Dues-a-Palooza workshop presented by Lori Zoss Kraska of Growth Owl , TopClass LMS explains how to partner with a company’s CSR team on sponsored education programs that align with both your missions. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. The Engaging Conference 4.0 to 5 p.m. –

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Revenue Austin Tools Education 276

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APRIL 5, 2024

TopClass LMS explains how to differentiate and add value to your association’s education programs by building a human touch into them. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Host: American Marketing Association Speaker: Ayush Goyal, Associate Director, Product Management, Sprinklr Tue 4/9 at 12 p.m.

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Revenue Price Denver Tools 259

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

I registered yesterday for ASAE TEC , my first in-person conference since forever. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. David DeCillis, Senior Product Specialist, ARG. So excited!

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DECEMBER 18, 2020

Virtual conferences. Well, here’s the post by Arianna Rehak of Matchbox Virtual Media that describes this focus on three event experiences: in-person, virtual and integrated. Virtual conference as ritual. Virtual conference tips. She just pulled off a successful virtual conference so her advice is based on experience.

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Video Certificate Review LMS 221

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FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Does your association have a popular conference workshop or training class you want to convert into an online learning program? I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not product-centric. Tue 2/26 at 12 p.m.* – The Role of Social Media in Advocacy (Washington DC Idea Swap). 1 CAE credit. Thu 2/28 at 2 p.m. –

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JANUARY 11, 2019

Even though WBT is a learning management system (LMS) provider, not one of the trends and opportunities they highlight is about technology. I’ve been thinking a lot about #2 given all the disgust with social media platforms and privacy concerns, plus associations have a natural advantage there. Elizabeth Segran, Fast Company ).

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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. They discuss configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program, and more.

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Leadership Education Revenue Strategy 195

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MARCH 1, 2024

TopClass LMS shares another recap of a session from the Learning Business Summit. When associations canceled their conferences during the pandemic, sponsors and exhibitors found other ways to achieve their marketing goals. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Sponsorships. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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Education New Hampshire Tips Technology 259

Association Success

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Think about the last great product, new restaurant or fun show you found, one so helpful or interesting you truly enjoyed sharing it with someone you care about. Not exactly a life-changing product, but for $5, I found something that solved a problem for me. “The So, what does all this mean? — Does your website have reviews?

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Association Success

AUGUST 5, 2020

With the exception of our AMS, our LMS was outdated, our website was outdated, and so serious decisions had to be made around that,” said Donna Oser , President and CEO of MSAE. Membership has pretty much been a virtual process, forever,” Cowan said. “So

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Michigan LMS Newsletter Social Media 78

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NOVEMBER 11, 2016

I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Pam Townley, vice president/cyber – tech product manager, ASAE Business Services, Inc. Kelly Treadway, marketing and social media strategist, EventCurious. DC Small Association Forum for Executives (Washington, DC and conference call).

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WBT Systems

AUGUST 29, 2017

Social proof is the driver behind the growth of influencer marketing campaigns on Instagram and other digital platforms. It’s also why you see celebrities endorsing products in TV ads or wearing a designer’s clothes at the Oscars. 1 – Social Proof from Industry Influencers. A complimentary conference registration?

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JANUARY 17, 2020

I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not product-centric. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Rise of the Branded Community Over Social Media . They’ll put your products to use faster and more effectively. Tue 1/21 at 12 p.m. Wed 1/22 at 12 p.m.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

I know the web is overrun with posts about productivity, most of which are crap, but I was inspired by this article on morning routines to change my own. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Research shows that 89% of conference attendees use search for purchase decisions. Host: Wild Apricot.

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LMS Arlington Content Review 150

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

TopClass LMS suggests putting a new spin on your membership and education marketing. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Elevate Your Executive Presence Whether you’re presenting to a board or an annual conference your presence is what builds trust and respect. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Association Success

AUGUST 31, 2020

If your folks are not on social media, and particularly if they’re not on Facebook but you have the majority there, you have to also plan for how to connect with those others who, by choice or circumstance, are not on that platform.”. “One thing to consider: where are your folks?” Missed our live event? That’s okay! Want access?

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Tips Learning Management System Social Media LMS 78

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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. Survey re going virtual.

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North Carolina Survey Strategy Conference 243