Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

For the September 2018 newsletter, we share updates on online store taxes, upcoming events, and our recent blog posts.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… We’re seeing “an influx of spending and a massive increase in content creation, but a lack of content marketing strategy,” says Jimmy Daly. Don’t publish content just for the sake of content. Follow his advice for developing a content marketing strategy. Association departments are business owners of technology—think AMS or LMS—but they usually don’t know how to map out the roles and policies needed to

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Portage Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

If you are in an association leadership position in 2018, it is probable you feel like you are playing ongoing game of catch up. Being nimble and adaptable. Communicating effectively in method, frequency and content. Growing and seeking out new revenue. Where to begin? And even more importantly: What to do? Please take a few minutes to participate in The Portage Group’s second annual Association Trends Survey.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Associations operate best when staff and board don’t get tangled. But that doesn’t mean executives should abdicate their responsibility to bring out the best in volunteer leaders—or help find better ones. Where is a nonprofit CEO most likely to stumble? All sorts of places, of course—finances, day-to-day management, future planning, and more.

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Association Adviser

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

According to the recently published Association Communications Benchmarking Study , an overwhelming percentage (84 percent) of associations believe they are good at creating relevant content in their communications. Yet at the same time, only 1 in 5 say they have a good understanding of their readers, member and advertiser needs. So, where is the disconnect?

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HighRoad Solution

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Building Strong Relationships between Marketing & Technology is Key to Success.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

What makes one organization stand the test of time while others fail? Stable purpose, leadership, and a disruptive edge seem to be the difference-makers. Also: the hotel amenities that guests value. What can organizations learn from others that have lasted for more than 100 years? Harvard Business Review did a deep dive into seven organizations that have stood the test of time, including the Royal Academy of Music, NASA, and the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team.

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Holly Duckworth

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

As an observer of life I find life today rather fascinating. Everyone is in a hurry. Nobody seems to have time for anything but stress. Yet, at the same time, people are complaining about all the stress in their lives. Life is a do-it-to-yourself project. Your sense of urgency, time, and stress is potentially […].

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Exercise can help people with Parkinson’s disease manage their symptoms, but certain adjustments need to be made in their workouts. A new association-led training program aims to educate the fitness community to meet those needs. Parkinson’s disease (PD)—a neurodegenerative disorder commonly marked by tremors, limb rigidity, and gait and balance problems—will affect nearly 1 million people in the United States by the year 2020, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

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Events hold the power to create lasting impressions and meaningful connections. They are not only occasions for celebration but also valuable marketing opportunities. Event marketing has become an essential component of successful business strategies, enabling organizations to engage with their target audience and create memorable experiences. However, behind every successful event lies a well-thought-out marketing strategy.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Recently, the highest-profile issues in higher education leadership are related to college sports. The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges wants to keep athletics accountable, starting with the foundation of their governing bodies. For many, one of the most exciting parts of the college experience is game day. But more recently, college athletics have been marred by a wave of high-profile leadership issues that have clouded team accomplishments, such as the Ohio State Un

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