Reid All About it

JANUARY 28, 2022

If the registration numbers for your educational programs are disappointing, WBT Systems shares several reasons people don’t commit to online courses and conferences. Take Your Silent Auction to the Next Level: Raise More Money, Free Up Staff Time and Create an Unforgettable Member Experience. Registration resistance.

Newsletter 195

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Top of funnel outreach includes channels like social media, newsletters, and blogs that are designed to establish credibility. In a standard sales funnel, you want to focus on engaging and nurturing leads down the funnel to the bottom, which is where they’d convert to membership. Will you send them additional content resources?

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Strategy Social Media Discount Newsletter 169

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

Even well-meaning learners who’ve paid for online courses and conferences are apt to click away if their attention wanes during your program. AI Unleashed: Elevating Association Performance and Engagement Learn how two associations built and deployed AI to further the member experience. Gen Z education. CAE credit.

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Revenue Strategy Price Newsletter 256

Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance.

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Social Media Tools Member Engagement Revenue 254

EventMobi: Association Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

When new members join your organization, it’s important that they feel invested in your cause, resources, or opportunities. Optimize your member orientation process to show off the top qualities of your organization’s culture. Give members engagement tools and opportunities. Consistently follow up.

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Member Engagement Social Media Software Newsletter 130

Reid All About it

JANUARY 8, 2021

Virtual conference closing. I still remember the final moments of a virtual conference I attended last year. The conference experience just stopped. Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering , WBT Systems describes how to close a conference in a meaningful way instead of ghosting your attendees. 1 CMP credit.

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Las Vegas Case Study Conference LMS 370

Reid All About it

JULY 30, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. The Importance of Integrations to Member Retention. Your members primarily interact with your association using technology such as your website, LMS, AMS/CRM, and more. How to Use Your Member Engagement Scores.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

The member experience. Too much has changed in our world to keep assuming the member experience you provided pre-pandemic is the experience your members and prospective members want, need, and expect now. MemberSuite suggests how to reevaluate the member experience and apply what you learn.

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Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

A few associations and some subscription-based services let members press the pause button when they need a break. What I’m about to say might sound counterintuitive to your member engagement strategy, but bear with me. Is it possible that your association does too much for members? A newsletter pause.

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Newsletter Member Experience Member Engagement Strategy 101

EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Within the first couple weeks of member sign-up, it can be beneficial to: Send a welcome email Provide a thorough intro package Host a welcome event Connect members with mentors Something as simple as sending out a welcome message can increase member engagement with your email content by 33% !

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 30, 2018

It also needs a long-term strategy, beta testing, content, and consistent attention to ensure members receive value. All those elements provide a great member experience, which can help increase member acquisition, retention, and revenue. Event Planning. Additional services may include event booth and sponsorship sales.

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Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

Learn what common data challenges are present in the member experience and affect an association’s ability to provide an individual level of service and value, how to identify gaps in what you know about your members currently, and what insights you should be looking to capture today for better member engagement and action.

Chicago 205

Chicago Education Certificate Revenue 205

Associations Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

A few associations and some subscription-based services let members press the pause button when they need a break. What I’m about to say might sound counterintuitive to your member engagement strategy, but bear with me. Is it possible that your association does too much for members? A newsletter pause.

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Newsletter Member Experience Member Engagement Strategy 84

Smooth The Path

MARCH 1, 2018

Today it is harder to engage a member than it was ten years ago. Ten years ago it was harder to engage a member than it was ten years before that. Why is member engagement becoming so difficult? Well, because our members might be dividing their time between multiple associations.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 5, 2020

Then I lose myself reading articles on Twitter or in newsletters, and, one of my favorite activities, compiling a list of more things to read. Oh yeah, pandemic, virtual conferences, faltering economy and all that. What happens after your virtual conference. Virtual conference success story. It’s been hard to focus.

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Innovation Conference FAQ Industry 273

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It’s about more than just planning events or sending newsletters; it’s about making every resource count for the success and satisfaction of your members. Member Communications: A big part of your success lies in how well you communicate with your members.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Just look at how the Association of Writers & Writing Programs opens up access to members-only portions of its website for “ preview weekends.” Gamified member engagement. Member engagement can often feel like a chore, but gamifying the experience can make it much more fun. Easy-to-use online tools.

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Tips Handbook Recruiting Recruitment 103

Smooth The Path

MAY 10, 2019

Getting the results later than we expected denigrates the whole experience. Expectations profoundly influence our experiences. Conferences are jam-packed with content. Members receive the weekly newsletter every Friday at noon. Related: Members want to be seen. Journals release on schedule.

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Newsletter Member Engagement Content Conference 68

Protech

JUNE 13, 2023

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. Not only will this increase your organization’s overall efficiency, but it could also lead to more positive member experiences and higher retention rates.

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Software Learning Management System Tools Association Management 52

Reid All About it

JANUARY 15, 2021

In response to the pandemic, many associations hosted new virtual events, took down their members-only content paywall, and reduced fees for virtual conferences and education—changes that affect their membership value proposition. But, virtual conferences did dominate the rest of their list. . Content/education strategy.

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Associations Now

MAY 7, 2019

When it comes time for your members to vote for their volunteer leaders, do they take the time to cast their ballot? Elections are an important member engagement opportunity. In politics and in associations, good participation in elections is a sign of a healthy, engaged community. Usually, it’s raffled off to a member.”.

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Social Media Newsletter Project Communications 88

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Membership management software facilitates those relationships, allowing organizations to automate renewal campaigns, easily send event invitations and update members through newsletters or other communications. Your members might not renew on time (or at all) if they don’t get an auto-renewal notice. Member engagement.

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Often, that “something” is simply information your members truly care about. Your meeting could offer updates on any of the following topics such as: Your next event (such as an upcoming conference or workshop). Survey your members to find out just how valuable they’re finding your current meetings and what topics they care most about.

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Recruiting Recruitment Member Experience Survey 52

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Often, that “something” is simply information your members truly care about. Your meeting could offer updates on any of the following topics such as: Your next event (such as an upcoming conference or workshop). Survey your members to find out just how valuable they’re finding your current meetings and what topics they care most about.

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Recruiting Recruitment Member Experience Survey 52

Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

It’s a bustling organization that has exploded in growth over five years, with over 4,000 members worldwide. This incredible growth brought with it new questions for how to elevate the member experience and offer a more cohesive space for learning and expanding the field. Added over 1,200 new members in the last six months.

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Protech

MARCH 30, 2023

Protech’s membership management features create positive member experiences and free up your staff’s time. The solution uses single sign-on features to give members access to your online offerings, uses a mobile-friendly interface, and keeps billing and making payments simple and convenient. Event management. E-commerce.

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Software Association Management Directory Discount 52

MemberClicks

JULY 31, 2023

Membership management software facilitates those relationships, allowing organizations to automate renewal campaigns, easily send event invitations and update members through newsletters or other communications. Your members might not renew on time (or at all) if they don’t get an auto-renewal notice. Member engagement.

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Membership Management Software Directory Revenue 52

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

A few other perks you could offer include: A discount on dues (like a “new member promo” of 10% off annual dues) Free tickets to a conference in your industry Entry into a giveaway for all new members Gift certificates to local businesses, cafes, restaurants, etc. It also creates a more diverse member base.

Marketing 98

Marketing Strategy Tips Email Marketing 98

Socious

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

The other thing that has changed is your members’ experiences. Start polls asking members what functionality they’re most excited about in your new AMS software. Feature your new technology system and its benefits in your email newsletter. Ask a respected member to test the software and write a blog about what they loved.

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Technology Software Membership Management System 100

Associations Now

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

As most tiered membership structures have three levels—basic, standard, and advanced—switching over could result in many members dropping to the basic package, only having access to networking events, your newsletter, and conference discounts. How do you keep members interested, anyway? ht @ ungerboeck ).

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Social Media Price Discount Newsletter 40

Fonteva

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

On the other hand, a poor interface and user experience can sour member relations and reflect negatively on the organization itself. Considering all these intersecting factors of the member experience, it’s no wonder that choosing the right association management software can be so daunting. Easy member engagement.

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Software System Tools Membership Management 52

Fonteva

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Each year, associations work hard to host memorable events and offer educational courses to keep their members engaged and invested in the community. Advanced software solutions with integration capabilities help your team gather, organize, and segment key pieces of data about your members. 360-view of member engagement.

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System Software Tools Association Management 40

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Year-round conference community. It” is that feeling of conference community, conversations and intellectual stimulation that WBT Systems says your association can keep going in a year-round learning community. Member experience. Amanda Kaiser says member experience must be the new blueprint for engagement.

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Content Strategy Technology Analysis 39

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

They explain how these factors affect the member experience, how the AMS market is changing, and what you should look for in a new AMS. Newsletter engagement. Side note: I subscribe to a ridiculous number of newsletters, but I always open Marginal Revolution because I know it contains only two short posts.

Blended Learning 41

Blended Learning Software Education Marketing 41

Association Adviser

JULY 28, 2016

observed Patrick Leclerc, president & CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Association , which has a number of tracks and events for young transit professionals at its conferences. “We Conferences. NRCA’s Carl Good said NRCA noticed that the majority of members who didn’t renew were those who belonged for less than two years.

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millennials Arizona Communications Atlanta 60

Reid All About it

JUNE 22, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… If you’re into association publishing and/or communications, follow the hashtag ( #AMPAnnual18 ) for Association Media & Publishing’s annual conference next week, Monday – Wednesday. Member Engagement or Old Baggage?

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System Charlotte Education Member Engagement 30

MemberClicks

MAY 13, 2022

Associations host all kinds of events, from workshops and conferences to auctions, networking events, and more. But as most events have now transitioned to the virtual realm or are embracing hybrid experiences, it’s important to have a centralized event planning system to support any type of event you want to host going forward.

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