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JULY 24, 2020

WBT Systems sets the record straight by debunking myths about the effectiveness of online learning. Learn the definition and core elements of a hybrid event, common hybrid event challenges (plus tips for successfully navigating them), and best practices for virtual and in-person attendee engagement. Memorable virtual gatherings.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

Last year, 814 associations participated in MGI’s survey, which benchmarks the practices used by associations to recruit, engage and renew members. Learn about potential data sets that can help you kick-start your ROE definition within your organization to build your own personalized engagement algorithm for leads as well as members.

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APRIL 16, 2021

WBT Systems was inspired this week by the latest news about muons—subatomic particles influenced by unknown forces so they don’t obey the standard laws of physics. Association Management Systems: A Selection Guide. Innovative Remote Workplace. Amanda Ma, Founder and CEO, Innovate Marketing Group. Member behavior.

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

WBT Systems breaks down some of the secrets to Queen’s Gambit’s success and explains how these principles apply to educational programs. Definitely not another boring Zoom meeting. The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Create Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions. Binge-worthy education. BYOB, obviously.

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MAY 12, 2023

WBT Systems describes how for-profit learning platforms, like the MOOCs Coursera and EdX, make their money. WBT shares seven MOOC business model strategies you should definitely steal. Besides the time it takes to pull data from different systems, the reports are often limited in the insights they can offer. Learning business.

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APRIL 23, 2021

WBT Systems suggests eleven areas probably in need of decluttering in your association, your work life, and your mind. From modernizing your sales and marketing tools, to launching a new learning management system, to bolstering your events team — and much more — learn how you don’t always need permanent staff to achieve permanent results.

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

Data can lead you down unexpected and profitable trails, says WBT Systems, and help you build a business case for a bigger professional development budget. The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Create Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions. Host: 360 Live Media/Event Innovators Exchange. Host: ASAE.

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Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Unfortunately, our world tends to look more like this: Difficulty recruiting volunteers. All that dysfunction is an artifact of a system that values form, position and title over function, meaning and action. Do-nothing committees. Poorly attended meetings. No new ideas. Volunteer burn out.

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MAY 8, 2020

If you have student chapters, WBT Systems shares some ideas for creating a virtual fraternal or student chapter experience. The session leaders will come ready to talk about actions their organizations have taken and offer their perspectives, but this is definitely intended as a conversation. Student/fraternal chapters.

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JULY 21, 2017

LMS provider WBT Systems writes about instructional design innovations that associations could borrow from “ModPo” and a few other award-winning MOOCs. Effective boards have a clear definition of strategy, as well as defined expectations of leadership roles, resources, and finances. Host: American Marketing Association.

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JULY 16, 2021

WBT Systems recapped a recent Non-Dues-A-Palooza webinar where Will Hold, the CEO of the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, described how his association quintupled their online education revenue by offering subscriptions, corporate learning portals and learning paths focused on job roles. Online education revenue.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

WBT Systems explains why it might be time for your association to get into the microcredentials business. – Boost Your Rankings: A Definitive 14-Step Guide to Performing an SEO Audit Equip yourself with the tools and know-how to ensure your website reaches the top of search engine results. Credit card processors. Letting Go!

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MAY 1, 2020

Sarah Michel at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting recorded a shortish video you should definitely watch: five tips to guarantee engagement at your virtual event. WBT Systems describes some of what they’ve learned as an LMS provider over the years about online teaching in their tips for new virtual presenters and instructors. Organizer: AWTC.

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AvidXchange: Association Management

MARCH 9, 2023

A couple of notes to back this up: CINC’s latest state of the industry report said “staffing issues including staff burnout” and “recruitment” were cited as growing concerns for management companies. And on the other end of the virtual line, we have CHRIS MILLNER, Head of Product Management for CINC Systems.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 21, 2022

WBT Systems explains why: they will more quickly adapt to change, acquire new skills and knowledge, and continue growing and stretching in new directions along with your association. WBT Systems explains how to eliminate and prevent learning content clutter. Learn from innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 9, 2019

You definitely want to check out the 2019 edition of the Association LMS Buyers Companion from the good folks at Talented Learning. WBT Systems (of TopClass LMS fame) explains how learning subscriptions help good intentions come to life. Learn about these value types and how they impact your membership recruitment and retention.

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Association Adviser

OCTOBER 20, 2017

Mehan details below how his department advocates for safer, more durable drinking water systems. Currently, we’re working to obtain continued and robust funding for the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA). Bush has informed his role as an association-based advocate. Technology makes those meetings a lot easier.

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DECEMBER 2, 2022

WBT Systems explains how USF pulled off this word-of-mouth marketing miracle —and developing the course in less than two months was a miracle too. Phew, life is definitely not boring. If your AMS doesn’t help you recruit, engage and retain members , you better start looking for a new one. Virtual event planning template.

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MARCH 16, 2018

If you plan to shop for a new learning management system (LMS) in the coming year, WBT Systems explains why you may want to work with an LMS consultant during the requirements, selection, and/or implementation process. Solving the Mystery of Association Innovation: 7 Practical Steps to Increasing Members, Revenue and Value.

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JUNE 24, 2022

WBT Systems suggests associations revamp their leadership training programs to serve two purposes: teaching the skills members need for volunteer leadership and for leading or collaborating on a remote team at work. Member recruitment. GrowthZone put together a PDF for you to adapt or use in your member recruitment campaigns.

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APRIL 22, 2022

WBT Systems suggests offering introductory industry education to industry partners and to support, operations and shared services staff at member companies. Because of privacy changes to Apple’s operating system , “your open rates will show 100 percent, even if those readers don’t actually open those emails,” says Ashley Wucher at PropFuel.

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OCTOBER 26, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Innovation isn’t about ideas. His advice and insights make this one of the better articles about innovation I’ve read. This is a must-read-and-keep, definitive guide to email deliverability. Sounds like a silo-busting idea!

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FEBRUARY 3, 2023

WBT Systems explains why and how to help industry partners get the most value out of their membership. Joanna Pineda spoke with Rick Grimm, CEO of NIGP, on episode 15 of the Matrix Group’s Association Thrive podcast about his association’s Talent Council, which takes a different approach to volunteer recruitment. More info/register.

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APRIL 15, 2022

Quorum makes that job easier with their list of ways a government affairs team delivers membership ROI —talking points you should definitely share with your membership department. WBT Systems picked out nonprofit successes and challenges that illuminate practices and trends your association should know about. 1 CAE credit.

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JULY 22, 2022

WBT Systems describes how you can help member companies train, upskill and reskill their employees. Presenters: Emily Longvall, Manager, Industry Research and Education, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). Presenters: Josh Carlson, Founder & Chief Innovator, PerByte. Skills training. More info/register. CAE credits.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

While we’re on the topic of onboarding, WBT Systems suggests several ways you can use your learning management system to improve the new member onboarding experience. Bringing on an affinity program or partner can be an effective way of adding to the membership value proposition to support and improve recruitment and retention efforts.

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OCTOBER 18, 2019

WBT Systems shares some project management basics , like why you need a charter and sponsor, and what you should think about during the project planning phase. Even with all the technological innovations revolutionizing membership recruitment strategies in today’s world, the membership brochure remains a mainstay of membership marketing.

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Membership Marketing

SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

That definition has changed in recent years, partly because of demographic shifts and economic dips but largely because of technology. Innovation is a must:” 5. I feel it is giving me a bit of a wake up call too as I don't feel as innovative and creative lately in my approaches to membership growth. Network with Me.

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