Wed.Jun 12, 2024

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The Role of a Nonprofit CRM in Personalized Fundraising

NXUnite

What would you say if someone were to ask you, “What goes into a successful fundraising campaign ?” Drawing on your experience as a nonprofit leader, you might talk about having clear goals, coming up with unique campaign ideas, or using storytelling best practices in your marketing materials. While it’s true that all of these strategies are important, the groundwork for fundraising success is laid long before you ever start designing a campaign.

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Velvet Rope or Come Party with Me?

Spark Consulting

Scene one: I’m in New Orleans on vacation wandering down Frenchmen Street in Faubourg Marigny looking for a good place to hang out and hear some tunes on a Wednesday night. First stop: the Spotted Cat. It was so packed I couldn’t get in the door (literally), so I hung out on the sidewalk with a WIDE mix of characters (and nobody does “characters” like NOLA) for a while enjoying the music wafting out…for free.

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The Pricing Predicament

Mary Byers

There is an art and science to pricing. But Id be willing to bet that most associations dont have a set strategyand Im certain that one association Ive been a member of for more than 30 years didnt have one. How do I know? Because my dues surged from $525 in 2023 to $950 this year — a whopping 81% increase!! As an association consultant, I would never advise an association to raise dues by such a large amount in one year.

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Foundation giving remained steady in 2023. What’s the outlook for 2024? 

Candid

Every year, Candid fields the Foundation Giving Forecast Survey, asking large U.S. private and community foundations to share information about their grant payments and grantmaking practices. i The survey is an opportunity to obtain timely data before official figures are released by the IRS, and the results inform Giving USA ’s annual report on charitable giving.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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bp pulse amplifies presence with electrifying new partnership with Birmingham Arena

Event Industry News

Birmingham’s Resorts World Arena will be renamed bp pulse LIVE as part of a new sponsorship agreement between the NEC Group and bp pulse, one of the UK’s leading rapid and ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging networks.

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Classic ‘behind the scenes’ shot wins Event Photography Awards

Event Industry News

Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the Event Photography Awards 2024 culminated in a fabulous event in central London at the at the Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) magnificent headquarters, 66 Portland Place, on Wednesday 5 June.

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Delegate travel made easy; groundbreaking new partnership from event:decision and You.Smart.Thing.

Event Industry News

· New partnership recommends delegate personalised low-carbon journeys, nudging towards net-zero travel · Integration aids in planning, delivering, and tracking event environmental impact · Focuses on MICE sector, automating audience travel pattern measurement Event sustainability leaders ‘event:decision’ and travel demand management platform ‘You. Smart.

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ABPCO celebrates 30% membership growth and welcomes new Chairs at AGM

Event Industry News

The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) has revealed a 30% growth in membership, a testament to the association’s dynamic approach and the value it provides to its members. The significant growth figure was a highlight of the AGM held yesterday, where new leadership was also confirmed.

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Venues of Excellence announces an outstanding membership year

Event Industry News

Venues of Excellence (VOE), the UK’s leading consortium for independent venues, specialising in conference and events, has announced outstanding success in its key business objectives over the past year.

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Turn Messy Data into a Strategic Asset with This Essential Guide

Is messy, outdated, or duplicate data making it harder to track engagement, revenue, and performance? Poor data quality can slow your organization down and prevent you from making informed decisions. With The Dirty Data Guide , you'll discover: Practical steps to clean your data and maintain accuracy over time. A checklist to help your team implement data hygiene best practices.

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AEG Europe secures planning permission for Edinburgh Park Arena

Event Industry News

AEG Europe, a global leader in live sport and entertainment, has received approved planning permission for a new state-of-the-art 8,500-capacity arena, in Edinburgh Park. The decision, reached today by the City of Edinburgh Council, signifies a further milestone in the development of Scotland’s newest live entertainment venue.

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Shelton Fleming achieves ISO 20121 Certification, leading the way in sustainable event management

Event Industry News

Shelton Fleming, a leading live, digital events, and marketing agency headquartered in London Bridge, London, is proud to announce it has been awarded ISO 20121 certification. This internationally recognised standard acknowledges Shelton Fleming’s commitment to delivering exceptional event experiences while minimising environmental impact. ISO 20121 is the international benchmark for sustainable event management.

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First Event enhances client offering with key hires

Event Industry News

UK leading events agency First Event welcomes raft of new additions to further strengthen full service offering. First Event has strengthened its team with several new hires to advance its ambitions.

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PCMA Convening Leaders 2024 achieves Sustainable Event Standards Certification

Event Industry News

The Events Industry Council announced today that Convening Leaders 2024 (CL24), EIC member PCMA’s flagship education and networking event for the global business events industry, achieved Silver Level Certification to EIC’s Sustainable Event Standards. EIC’s standards provide event planners and suppliers with prescriptive actions for producing and delivering sustainable events.

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2025 Association Survey Results Report

GrowthZone’s 11th annual survey highlights trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the membership industry through insights from U.S. and Canadian association professionals. Get your copy of the 2025 Association Survey Results Report to see how your organization measures up: The biggest challenges associations are facing Membership retention trends and non-renewal insights Strategies for automatic renewals and reinstatements Shifts in member engagement tactics Why members are joining (and sta

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Showdown: Everything you need to know about The Meetings Show 2024

Event Industry News

The wait is almost over – The Meetings Show 2024 kicks off at ExCeL London next week, and final preparations are in full swing for what promises to be THE must-attend event for #eventprofs this summer.