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Conference Circuit: Math Associations Multiply Their Influence

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Educators also can learn about active learning strategies and how to foster productive undergraduate research programs in their classrooms to inspire the next generation of experts. January 11-14: The National Retail Federation ’s 104th annual Big Retail Show in New York City is likely to live up to its name.

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Lunchtime Links: This Is Not Your Regular Conference Booth

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The carts, inspired by New York City’ hot dog carts, and the motorized bookstores are part of Penguin’s push to foster a more engaging relationship with the literary community. The post Lunchtime Links: This Is Not Your Regular Conference Booth appeared first on Associations Now.' Let us know in your comments below.

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Could Less Be More When It Comes to Meetings?

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Sure, conference planning teams only have the best intentions when they offer more sessions, more learning, more networking events, and more receptions. With that in mind, the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) restructured its 80th Annual Conference, which took place in Phoenix this week. Make room for quiet time.

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Lessons From MCON on Millennial Engagement and Membership

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MCON, the millennial conference, showcased research and ideas from those working in the social impact sector, including how to engage millennials in small-step activism. Last week, I attended the millennial conference— MCON 2017 —in Washington, DC. A lot of organizations are refocusing their strategy to mobilize more people.”.

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Humanizing Business and Helping CFOs with Change

Jamie Notter

The first is a session that I’ll be doing at BlogWorld Expo in New York City , along with my coauthor Maddie Grant and Amy Ward, who is the Membership Director at the Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN). Posted June 1, 2012. in Announcements , Change , Humanize. Consulting. Free Resources. Generational Diversity.

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Thursday Buzz: Why This Association Made Membership Free

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But that, of course, isn’t the full story—and the group had plenty of new initiatives to share. “Where once we were not doing well, now we are financially healthy, thanks to your participation as members, awards submitters, conference attendees, and webcast watchers,” Schlack said. Start a Conversation.

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Social Media and Shiny Object Syndrome

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Find out how two association marketers developed a streamlined social media strategy for their national and affiliate offices to complement and enhance their overall marketing plan. It’s tempting to dive right in and begin telling the world everything you want it to know about your organization, but that’s not good strategy.