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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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But it should be reinforced in person during the orientation for new members and in the documentation they receive. Allow plenty of time on the agenda for the financial staff to explain when and how statements will be available, review banking, investment, and auditing arrangements, and answer questions.

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Why your code of ethics is a top-ranking member benefit

Nimble AMS

When was the last time you reviewed your association’s Code of Ethics? It might be time to revisit this crucial organizational document. According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, 49% of individuals reported their top member benefit was their organization’s Code of Ethics. .

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How to enhance your association’s membership committee

Nimble AMS

Establish your member expectations for both in-person and virtual meetings. Providing these guidelines and reviewing them with your serving members ensures they know the expected conduct. Should an issue arise, you can always refer your members to your membership committee guide. In-person and virtual meetings.

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Why your association needs to adopt a data governance policy

Nimble AMS

Leveraging data helps your association gain crucial member insights about learning content and event attendance, boosting member engagement across all avenues. Review process: For best practices purposes, you might consider including a section that covers how your data governance policy is established, reviewed, and updated.

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Q&A: A Balanced Approach to Member Engagement

Association Adviser

Download a recording of “A Balanced Approach to Member Engagement” here. When it comes to storing or using personally identifying information online, work with your AMS or CMS vendor to review security protocols in place and test how secure your association’s information is. Have additional questions? It’s harder, but possible.

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Chambers Share Their Thoughts on Member Value and Lack of Diversity Efforts in 2023 Survey

GrowthZone

Member needs and your chamber’s strengths can change over time. Test the Strength of Your Current Value Proposition Review your value message internally. During your strategic planning cycle, formally ask board members what they believe members think are the strengths of the chamber.

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Association Brain Food: 11.24.23

Reid All About it

TopClass LMS explains how an awareness week gives your members a chance to feel good about themselves, the work they do, and their professional community, and attracts the attention of people who might want to learn more or join your industry. This month’s topics are: member engagement, and holiday cocktails and mocktails.

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