Here are 5 effortless ways to make your members standout by creating an engaging member directory. Each directory profile should have editable bios, headshot uploads, contact information, and the ability to post updates. association tools directory MORE
The American Bar Association’s new legal network addresses gaps in legal services to meet the myriad needs of homeless youth. Because of their age, homeless youth encounter a unique set of legal challenges. MORE
Whether it’s tagged discussions, FAQ pages, a detailed member directory or well-placed videos and articles, these various touch points will act as an extension of your onboarding experience. MORE
Ahead of what has been predicted to be a particularly complicated tax season, the IRS announced a set of new resources, including an online searchable directory, to help consumers choose credible tax preparers. MORE
The program is a members-only interface that provides access to a member directory and allows users to digitally network within the association. A new online program allows ATM industry professionals to network right from their offices. MORE
Resulted in digital products like, a searchable member directory. MORE
Networking and Expert Directory Access. Online networking , like connecting through an online community or looking up experts in a directory, is also a valuable benefit. Member directories help people find peers in their area and build relationships. MORE
Would they like to purchase ads on your website or directory? Frank Kenny outlines the strategic process for converting prospects to paid members. Have you put much thought into the journey people go through as they become happy and successful members of your association? MORE
It includes a directory that users can search to find programs and services near them. “We’re Social isolation is a serious problem for older Americans. AARP Foundation’s new platform, Connect2Affect, aims to raise awareness and identify solutions. MORE
I found that the members of my community were incredibly motivated to update their profiles because they now had a fancy new badge that they wanted to show off, plus were utilizing the member directory a lot more to check out what badges their friends/peers within the community had been awarded. MORE
Directory. Configure directory access to let non-members browse through profile listings or conduct a detailed search to get a glimpse of the available networking opportunities. How do you attract and retain the attention of newcomers in your industry? MORE
Members should also reference their annual chapter membership directories for important contact information. Brittany Thompson, Naylor Association Solutions. Event cancellations: They’re not a matter of “if” but “when.”. MORE
As of this Friday June 11, you will be able to search for groups within the group directory on LinkedIn. At last! So, instead of emailing me to get this link to YAP, [link] , you will just be able to search for "YAP" and it will come up. Sweet! Now I just wish they would get rid of the annoying red tape where you have to wait for me to approve you. So irritating for all concerned. Speaking of YAP, we're inviting a select group of our readers to beta-test our new groupsite, www.yapstar.org. MORE
Do members frequently forget that the directory exists? It’s spring, which means it’s time to fine tune your community. What aspects of your community can you improve? Are there any nagging issues you’ve been meaning to work on? MORE
America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) hopes to combat this problem with a new directory program, which will launch next month. “[N]ot all providers rely on the same method of communication,” AHIP writes in a FAQ on the partner directory. MORE
The university’s Social Media Directory is proof that university leaders are using the tools of their students and society to stay connected. Guest post by Maria Peterson, an early education specialist who writes about advocating for head start schools. MORE
With Wild Apricot, you can create multiple membership application forms and directories to manage different membership types, and single out categories such as sponsors, discounted membership levels, and more. Find out how! membership database management online database Wild Apricot MORE
Below is the recording and transcript of this demo to show you how easy it can be to set up a website, create a directory and so much more. On Thursday December 4th, 2014, we held an exclusive live demo for US Green Building Council Chapters. MORE
Can print and digital member directories peacefully (and profitably) co-exist? Our latest infographic explores four steps to making and distributing a successful print/digital directory pair. We think so. MORE
Find People On Plus – A great directory, search by any keyword. Women of Google+ – an awesome an early directory of women on the G, since there weren’t that many of us to begin with. MORE
Just came across Press Pass , a directory of journalists on Twitter categorized by media outlet , by beat and by region. You can of course also use various Twitter directories, but those will also pull in anyone who has journalism keywords in their bio. MORE
Similarly, 43% who reported an increase in book and directory purchases saw and increase in renewals and 37% who reported an increase in annual conference attendance saw an increase in renewals. MORE
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it is seeking to permanently halt a Slovakia-based operation from scamming small businesses and nonprofit organizations into collectively paying millions of dollars to be listed in an online exhibitors’ directory called FAIR Guide. MORE
Other perks: All AIGA members can benefit from the association’s wealth of professional development resources, including personal member portfolios, the Designer Directory, and the organization’s job board. MORE
In addition to your peer referrals, you should also seek the help of professional organizations, since they will have directories with loads of information that you should be able to use. Are you considering hiring a fundraising consultant? MORE
a member listing in the association’s Healthy Travel Directory. A new nonprofit organization founded by six resort hotels aims to help travelers in their search for healthy destinations through a new certification process that will evaluate hotels’ wellness programs and services. MORE
Second to selecting education sessions is searching the exhibition directory and registering for special events. Many (exhibition) attendees have dual needs for attending: shopping (69%) and learning (66%). CEIR, What Attendees Want From Exhibitions , February 4, 2013. MORE
An event planner might need suppliers, so instant access to your member directory on their mobile device is extremely valuable. Mobile and tablet computer sales are expected to surpass sales for desktop and laptop computers in 2013. MORE
Enhance member visibility with directory listings, vanity email addresses, referral links from your organizations website, certificates for display, window clings, and member usage of your organization’s logo -- all limited to continued membership. We all want to increase membership retention. Here are some tips that you can implement this year to help make your membership stickier and encourage members’ to stay with your organization. MORE
Member to Member – services which facilitate members feeling connected to each other and being a part of a group to which they really belong, a sense of finding their ‘tribe’ These include mentoring, the social and collaborative aspects of events, online communities and discussion groups, and the member directory to find people who can help them. MORE
Outline community features that would enhance members’ conference experience, like the directory, discussions, event site, resource library and mobile app. You and your team spent a lot of time and energy either creating a new community or revamping your existing community. MORE
112th Congress Member Directory: Produced by the Government Printing Office (GPO), this app is a basic listing of every member of Congress by state, chamber (House or Senate) and political party. MyCongress: It’s another member directory, but more robust. I love my iPad. I really I love my iPad. I probably use it more than my office desktop and television combined. MORE
17 at 3 pm EST. We'll dig deep into the membership database portion of Wild Apricot software, including online database structure and composition; membership directory; integrating widgets into Wild Apricot; and much more.( Want to learn about Wild Apricot membership management? Attend our free webinar on Thurs. MORE
– Account Update Reminder (completed profiles increase the value of your directory). SilkStart’s email campaign tool lets you effortlessly communicate with all of your members at once, or a specific segment. MORE
The Evolution and Importance of Resource Guides and Membership Directories. Features digital communications membership directories membership directory print resource guides The post Hold Your Ground appeared first on Association Adviser - Best practices, news and leadership strategies for. For more about this topic, click on the headline. MORE
Networking is providing a session, a break, a chapter meeting, a plain directory, or a reception. Detailed directory. Imagine a conference that only has 200 attendees. How many meaningful connections does each member make during the conference? Maybe 5. Maybe even 10. MORE
The Coin Laundry Association has a public community for its 50,000+ laundromat owners, and it includes a buyers and suppliers guide and extensive manufacturers directory to reach out to vendors in the industry. How to keep members from pillaging your member directory. MORE
Your member directory should be more than just a list of names. Leverage SilkStart’s built-in directory application as an engaging online resource and empower your members with the tools they need to build relationships, further their careers, and learn from others in your database. MORE
Additional Company Locations: Display multiple regional office locations for your member companies with the new Additional Company Location Directory Feature. Add these locations to Company profiles and display them in your directory search and directory map. Company Directory Profiles: If a company has not yet filled out their company description, their online profile will automatically reformat. MORE
First, was a printed membership directory produced bi-annually, that included headshots of each member. Often, there was only 50% participation and the directories took a tremendous amount of staff follow up time to produce; but the board was committed to keeping the directory. MORE
The following is a guest blog post from Chad Slager, Director of Sales for Directory Solutions. If, however, there are vendors who would like to do business with your members, opening up a directory and charging these companies for exposure to your membership can be a very lucrative program. MORE
A typical AMS will contain a comprehensive set of features like a full website, email marketing, online invoicing and payments, member/company directories, donation campaigns, event management, a job board, and multi-chapter management. Operating a member-based association is hard work. It requires massive amounts of time, which in turn, translates into high administrative costs. Do you need Association Management Software (AMS)? MORE
Check out B Lab’s directory and choose someone with a solid background and who understands your industry/sector, geographic focus, and target population. A few months ago, I facilitated a mini-innovation lab on measuring impact for grantees of the Google Nonprofit program at the Impact Hub. MORE
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APRIL 18, 2013
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it is seeking to permanently halt a Slovakia-based operation from scamming small businesses and nonprofit organizations into collectively paying millions of dollars to be listed in an online exhibitors’ directory called FAIR Guide.
Association Adviser
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Can print and digital member directories peacefully (and profitably) co-exist? Our latest infographic explores four steps to making and distributing a successful print/digital directory pair. We think so.
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With Wild Apricot, you can create multiple membership application forms and directories to manage different membership types, and single out categories such as sponsors, discounted membership levels, and more. Find out how! membership database management online database Wild Apricot
SilkStart
JANUARY 9, 2017
Your member directory should be more than just a list of names. Leverage SilkStart’s built-in directory application as an engaging online resource and empower your members with the tools they need to build relationships, further their careers, and learn from others in your database.
Higher Logic
JULY 13, 2017
Networking and Expert Directory Access. Online networking , like connecting through an online community or looking up experts in a directory, is also a valuable benefit. Member directories help people find peers in their area and build relationships.
SocialFish
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As of this Friday June 11, you will be able to search for groups within the group directory on LinkedIn. At last! So, instead of emailing me to get this link to YAP, [link] , you will just be able to search for "YAP" and it will come up. Sweet! Now I just wish they would get rid of the annoying red tape where you have to wait for me to approve you. So irritating for all concerned. Speaking of YAP, we're inviting a select group of our readers to beta-test our new groupsite, www.yapstar.org.
SocialFish
FEBRUARY 23, 2012
Just came across Press Pass , a directory of journalists on Twitter categorized by media outlet , by beat and by region. You can of course also use various Twitter directories, but those will also pull in anyone who has journalism keywords in their bio.
YourMembership Blog
MARCH 20, 2012
The following is a guest blog post from Chad Slager, Director of Sales for Directory Solutions. If, however, there are vendors who would like to do business with your members, opening up a directory and charging these companies for exposure to your membership can be a very lucrative program.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 5, 2016
Networking is providing a session, a break, a chapter meeting, a plain directory, or a reception. Detailed directory. Imagine a conference that only has 200 attendees. How many meaningful connections does each member make during the conference? Maybe 5. Maybe even 10.
Association Adviser
JANUARY 19, 2015
The Evolution and Importance of Resource Guides and Membership Directories. Features digital communications membership directories membership directory print resource guides The post Hold Your Ground appeared first on Association Adviser - Best practices, news and leadership strategies for. For more about this topic, click on the headline.
Vanguard Tech
JANUARY 27, 2013
An event planner might need suppliers, so instant access to your member directory on their mobile device is extremely valuable. Mobile and tablet computer sales are expected to surpass sales for desktop and laptop computers in 2013.
SocialFish
AUGUST 25, 2011
Find People On Plus – A great directory, search by any keyword. Women of Google+ – an awesome an early directory of women on the G, since there weren’t that many of us to begin with.
Associations Now
JULY 10, 2017
The American Bar Association’s new legal network addresses gaps in legal services to meet the myriad needs of homeless youth. Because of their age, homeless youth encounter a unique set of legal challenges.
Wild Apricot Blog
MARCH 10, 2011
17 at 3 pm EST. We'll dig deep into the membership database portion of Wild Apricot software, including online database structure and composition; membership directory; integrating widgets into Wild Apricot; and much more.( Want to learn about Wild Apricot membership management? Attend our free webinar on Thurs.
Higher Logic
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Whether it’s tagged discussions, FAQ pages, a detailed member directory or well-placed videos and articles, these various touch points will act as an extension of your onboarding experience.
SilkStart
FEBRUARY 10, 2017
Directory. Configure directory access to let non-members browse through profile listings or conduct a detailed search to get a glimpse of the available networking opportunities. How do you attract and retain the attention of newcomers in your industry?
Associations Now
JANUARY 9, 2015
Ahead of what has been predicted to be a particularly complicated tax season, the IRS announced a set of new resources, including an online searchable directory, to help consumers choose credible tax preparers.
SilkStart
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– Account Update Reminder (completed profiles increase the value of your directory). SilkStart’s email campaign tool lets you effortlessly communicate with all of your members at once, or a specific segment.
SilkStart
JULY 5, 2017
A typical AMS will contain a comprehensive set of features like a full website, email marketing, online invoicing and payments, member/company directories, donation campaigns, event management, a job board, and multi-chapter management. Operating a member-based association is hard work. It requires massive amounts of time, which in turn, translates into high administrative costs. Do you need Association Management Software (AMS)?
Higher Logic
FEBRUARY 25, 2016
Outline community features that would enhance members’ conference experience, like the directory, discussions, event site, resource library and mobile app. You and your team spent a lot of time and energy either creating a new community or revamping your existing community.
Wild Apricot Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2014
Below is the recording and transcript of this demo to show you how easy it can be to set up a website, create a directory and so much more. On Thursday December 4th, 2014, we held an exclusive live demo for US Green Building Council Chapters.
SocialFish
MAY 8, 2017
In addition to your peer referrals, you should also seek the help of professional organizations, since they will have directories with loads of information that you should be able to use. Are you considering hiring a fundraising consultant?
Association Advocacy Chick
APRIL 17, 2012
112th Congress Member Directory: Produced by the Government Printing Office (GPO), this app is a basic listing of every member of Congress by state, chamber (House or Senate) and political party. MyCongress: It’s another member directory, but more robust. I love my iPad. I really I love my iPad. I probably use it more than my office desktop and television combined.
Elipsis Partners
DECEMBER 19, 2014
Member to Member – services which facilitate members feeling connected to each other and being a part of a group to which they really belong, a sense of finding their ‘tribe’ These include mentoring, the social and collaborative aspects of events, online communities and discussion groups, and the member directory to find people who can help them.
SocialFish
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
The university’s Social Media Directory is proof that university leaders are using the tools of their students and society to stay connected. Guest post by Maria Peterson, an early education specialist who writes about advocating for head start schools.
Membership Marketing
JANUARY 5, 2015
Enhance member visibility with directory listings, vanity email addresses, referral links from your organizations website, certificates for display, window clings, and member usage of your organization’s logo -- all limited to continued membership. We all want to increase membership retention. Here are some tips that you can implement this year to help make your membership stickier and encourage members’ to stay with your organization.
GrowthZone
MAY 17, 2017
Would they like to purchase ads on your website or directory? Frank Kenny outlines the strategic process for converting prospects to paid members. Have you put much thought into the journey people go through as they become happy and successful members of your association?
SCD Group
AUGUST 19, 2014
First, was a printed membership directory produced bi-annually, that included headshots of each member. Often, there was only 50% participation and the directories took a tremendous amount of staff follow up time to produce; but the board was committed to keeping the directory.
Association Adviser
JUNE 29, 2017
Members should also reference their annual chapter membership directories for important contact information. Brittany Thompson, Naylor Association Solutions. Event cancellations: They’re not a matter of “if” but “when.”.
Higher Logic
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
I found that the members of my community were incredibly motivated to update their profiles because they now had a fancy new badge that they wanted to show off, plus were utilizing the member directory a lot more to check out what badges their friends/peers within the community had been awarded.
Higher Logic
MARCH 31, 2016
Do members frequently forget that the directory exists? It’s spring, which means it’s time to fine tune your community. What aspects of your community can you improve? Are there any nagging issues you’ve been meaning to work on?
Associations Now
MARCH 24, 2016
The program is a members-only interface that provides access to a member directory and allows users to digitally network within the association. A new online program allows ATM industry professionals to network right from their offices.
Associations Now
MARCH 3, 2015
Other perks: All AIGA members can benefit from the association’s wealth of professional development resources, including personal member portfolios, the Designer Directory, and the organization’s job board.
Associations Now
DECEMBER 12, 2016
It includes a directory that users can search to find programs and services near them. “We’re Social isolation is a serious problem for older Americans. AARP Foundation’s new platform, Connect2Affect, aims to raise awareness and identify solutions.
Velvet Chainsaw
APRIL 5, 2013
Second to selecting education sessions is searching the exhibition directory and registering for special events. Many (exhibition) attendees have dual needs for attending: shopping (69%) and learning (66%). CEIR, What Attendees Want From Exhibitions , February 4, 2013.
Membership Marketing
APRIL 11, 2014
Similarly, 43% who reported an increase in book and directory purchases saw and increase in renewals and 37% who reported an increase in annual conference attendance saw an increase in renewals.
SocialFish
MARCH 23, 2016
Resulted in digital products like, a searchable member directory.
SilkStart
JULY 14, 2017
Additional Company Locations: Display multiple regional office locations for your member companies with the new Additional Company Location Directory Feature. Add these locations to Company profiles and display them in your directory search and directory map. Company Directory Profiles: If a company has not yet filled out their company description, their online profile will automatically reformat.
Associations Now
JULY 29, 2014
a member listing in the association’s Healthy Travel Directory. A new nonprofit organization founded by six resort hotels aims to help travelers in their search for healthy destinations through a new certification process that will evaluate hotels’ wellness programs and services.
Beth Kanter's Blog
MARCH 2, 2015
Check out B Lab’s directory and choose someone with a solid background and who understands your industry/sector, geographic focus, and target population. A few months ago, I facilitated a mini-innovation lab on measuring impact for grantees of the Google Nonprofit program at the Impact Hub.
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