Spark Consulting

JUNE 2, 2021

When Maddie Grant and I were researching The No BS Guide to Digital Transformation: How Intentional Culture Change Can Propel Associations Forward , we found all sorts of definitions, depending on the perspective of the definer (marketing, tech, HR, C-suite, etc.). And the cycle repeats.

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Spark Consulting

JUNE 3, 2021

This is also why a lot of the copious digital transformation advice that exists don’t quite hit the mark for associations: for-profit culture is fundamentally different than association culture. .

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

They shared a definition of “community” on LinkedIn: a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals. They chose this definition because “it reminds us that community isn’t just a place, it’s a feeling.” Change management. Generational stereotypes. More info/register.

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.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

But technology continues to evolve, and we have a choice. One example of this phenomenon that comes to mind is how we will all need to respond to improved AI technology and greater opportunities for customer service and personalization. One thing has definitely changed. The Gartner Technology Glossary offers these definitions.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 5, 2024

I’ll definitely make her party prosciutto bundles and double blue canapés again. Curious about how other associations are putting this cutting-edge technology to use in better serving their members? Host: ASAE Technology Professionals Advisory Council Moderators: Reggie Henry, ASAE, and Dave Coriale, DelCor Tue 1/9 at 12 p.m.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Tune in for an engaging blend of technology insights and personal stories, all aimed at leveraging AI for effective team empowerment. AI Basics for Today’s Business Leaders Learn about AI, its capabilities, potential impact on your organization, latest developments in AI technology and how they can benefit your organization.

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Effective Database

MARCH 27, 2017

When you make a significant technology change, like the implementation of a new AMS or LMS, not only will you be making a technology change; you’ll also most likely be making some cultural changes, too. How you’ll do things with the new system will change, and by definition, that will change the culture.

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Association Reserves

MARCH 8, 2024

First we go to National Reserve Study Standards and the definition there of a Reserve component. Such a system is obviously new (of course), and different (color, and now with storage), but I would argue that it continues to serve the intended purpose of the original asset, with current technology.

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Aptify

AUGUST 2, 2023

Aptify and the Community Brands team has a can’t miss booth this year that you should definitely stop by! I’ve been in the association technology business for 28 great years and have attended many conferences in my time and I have to say that ASAE annual is one of my favorites. Why is it worth your time, you may ask?

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Socious

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Remember, one person’s user-friendly technology is another’s nightmare, so look for trends and common themes in the reviews. A technology company should have an up-to-date web presence. But their definition and yours might not be the same. Later, when you have a shortlist of vendors, you can ask them for client referrals.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 26, 2024

Host: Association Women Technology Champions Speaker: Vinnu Deshetty, CEO/Founder, EVA | Event Tech Hub Fri 1/26 at 1 p.m. Hear about key trends concerning digital transformation and technology, event models, member experience personalization, and evolving membership models. How can I make the most of the data I have? 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 12, 2024

You might not have given serious thought to these doable ideas, but you definitely should take the advice of people who live and breathe data every day. These intimate, virtual conversations are a chance to form meaningful connections with other women and allies in the association technology community. More info/register. CAE credit.

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Higher Logic

MAY 16, 2019

Technology has changed how people travel down the path toward membership at your association, and how they engage with your association if or when they join. Many definitions of digital transformation focus exclusively on technology and can be confusingly complex. Changing Role of Technology. Disruption.

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GrowthZone

APRIL 16, 2019

When I asked her about her technology, her eyes got big, and she said: “The last staffer who left me told me in her exit interview that she was leaving in part because the technology we had made her job so hard to do.”. His client’s experience is the very definition of indirect costs.

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Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Going off-line for a few days, so while I’m gone, you should definitely check out the Technology Review annual list of 35 innovators under 35. They are divided into several categories: The Inventors , for instance, are creating new technologies. The Entrepreneurs are turning technologies into viable businesses.

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Reid All About it

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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Aptify

JANUARY 27, 2022

Nucleus can take in data from any technology system your association might have (such as your AMS, marketing automation, events, learning/certification, online community, etc.), Learning management . Fundraising . Advocacy . The ability to view, filter, sort, and download detail-level data for every chart.

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Association Leaders

MAY 2, 2019

AMCs provide the professional staff, administrative support, office space, technology, and equipment an association needs to operate efficiently.”. By their very definition AMCs are specialists. AMCs deliver professional services to associations in a number of areas.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 20, 2015

It’s also proved an opportunity for technology, particularly smartphones, to step in as an important source of help. Instead, I want to use this post to highlight the idea of technological resourcefulness, something that has been a really powerful element of the refugee crisis. And it felt weird. without much of a problem.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 14, 2018

If you’ve ever tried to get people at work to adopt a new technology, you know what kind of uphill battle that can be. Fíonta explains the reasons behind resistance to change and provides change management advice for technology, in their case, Salesforce, implementations. Host: Unleashed Technologies. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 19, 2024

Learn how to build the right software evaluation team to meet your organization’s needs, create a project summary to identify your technology requirements, and connect with the right vendor to find the best software for your organization. More info/register. Host: Community Brands Wed 1/24 at 12 p.m. More info/register. More info/register.

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Higher Logic

MARCH 27, 2020

Vivian noted that the best way to deliver a personalized experience is to be very purposeful about how your technology, data, and strategy work together to achieve these outcomes. Whoa, members are definitely interested in career growth. For more tips on how to do this, access the full on-demand webinar here.

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SBI

AUGUST 27, 2020

You need the staff, the technology, and the time. Now we could always use more (of all of those) but if you feel like your lack of resources is starting to have a negative impact on your association, particularly on your members’ experience with your association, then it definitely may be time to seek out the help of an AMC.

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AssociationChat

AUGUST 31, 2023

If our concept of reality is being tested by our technological advancements, why don’t we explore that a little deeper? As associations increasingly incorporate technology and potentially AI-based solutions into operations, understanding the philosophical and ethical ideas around consciousness becomes more interesting.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 8, 2022

Key definitions: Include a glossary of important terms used in your policy, like data, data user, access, metadata, and custodian. Learn more about the connection between innovative technology and a superior member experience when you read the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study. Download now.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 28, 2020

As organizations are compelled to deliver their events in an online environment, we have become so laser-focused on learning the ins and outs of modern technology, that many have neglected the most principal factor: the human factor. Look at the bigger picture beyond the technology to ensure attendees leave engaged and energized.

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PROPEL

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Yawn, what a cliche, that topic has been done to death…” But that’s exactly why when the super smart Elizabeth Engel of Spark Consulting asked me to collaborate with her on this paper, I jumped at the chance to clarify what this is really about and why yes, it definitely still matters.

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Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

WBT shares seven MOOC business model strategies you should definitely steal. If you’re selecting any type of technology that relies on integration, you must read this non-technical guide on API for association leaders. Organizer: Association Women Technology Champions Tue 5/16 at 12 p.m. Membership tiers. Demystifying API.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 2, 2018

New technology makes its way into our lives and businesses faster every year. Definitions vary, but machine learning and deep learning are both under the artificial intelligence (AI) umbrella. It’s pricey, although in 2018 we can expect advances to continue dropping the price point for AI technology.

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Blue Sky eLearn

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

The definition of gamification is the process of adding games or gamelike elements to something (such as a task) so as to encourage participation. Advancements in sales and technology have opened the door for innovation in course and content delivery.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

But busy association professionals can definitely save time using ChatGPT as a starting point on many tasks. These intimate, virtual conversations are a chance to form meaningful connections with other women and allies in the association technology community. Strategic resilience. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Live

MAY 18, 2009

Like the short video posted below.The world has most definitely changed. Interesting how technology has impacted even our personal relationships - not to mention how the whole social media is impacting everything as well. Watch for our soon to be published technology and resource guide. Great place. Life made easier!

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Spark Consulting

AUGUST 21, 2013

Ben Martin urges: don’t be satisfied with passive definitions of engagement. Jamie’s take on #ASAE13: same planet, different worlds. Deirdre’s take on #ASAE13: team cool, it’s all about the love, and engage ! Excited about the Internet of Things?

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

These intimate, virtual conversations are a chance to form meaningful connections with other women and allies in the association technology community. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Guest: Nicole Araujo, CAE, Client Engagement Director, Mighty Citizen Fri 6/9 at 4 p.m. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Definitely not another boring Zoom meeting. Presenters: Jesse Sniper, Senior Direct of Product, Event Technology Group, Community Brands. In this day in age it seems like every technology company out there is claiming expertise in virtual event software solutions. BYOB, obviously. 1 CAE credit. Host: ASAE. Wed 12/16 at 11 a.m.

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Association Success

AUGUST 30, 2018

Digital Transformation is the current hot topic in the association world, but there are a zillion different definitions of it. In preparing for a panel at SURGE, I found a definition I thought was heading in the right direction. It’s a very long winded definition, but I liked the fact that it speaks to processes, data, AND markets.

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Freestone

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Run a cost analysis Calculate the direct costs associated with your continuing education program, including expenses for instructors, materials, technology, facilities, and administration. Set key performance indicators (KPIs) Identify relevant KPIs that can be directly linked to the skills or knowledge gained from your learning program.

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