Wild Apricot
JUNE 8, 2017
Your nonprofit website can make or break your organization. That’s the unfortunate reality these days when so much happens online. To help other nonprofits create websites that bring in massive support, I’ve compiled the 22 features every top nonprofit website has.
WBT Systems
JUNE 5, 2017
Is your association helping members develop the work skills they need for the future? Associations have traditionally offered education on the competencies members need to excel in their industry or profession. For example, association management societies like ASAE provide education on competencies such as governance, chapter relations, and membership engagement.
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YourMembership
JUNE 7, 2017
Millennials and generation Y just feel they don’t belong. The year was 2000. The startup that launched in 1998 had outgrown the garage, relocating to a nondescript building in an office park a couple of miles off the highway. Outside that building, on an asphalt parking lot, yellow police tape marked off an area where. The post Why is disengagement happening at associations?
Spark Consulting
JUNE 6, 2017
My last membership 101 blog post addressed the question: how do I know when it’s time to ask a prospect to join my association? . The answer was: by studying your data. Data can tell you when is the right time to ask, and what you should emphasize in your slate of programs, products, and services when you do ask. Why does that matter? Your association no doubt has a long list of member benefits, programs, products, and services you provide.
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Dive deep into essential elements that drive member retention. Learn why members may hesitate to renew. Discover actionable techniques to encourage their return and foster lasting engagement. Uncover reasons members choose not to renew. Learn effective tactics to elevate member engagement and communication. Explore methods to encourage member renewal and active participation in your association Download now to take charge of your membership retention strategy!
Wild Apricot
JUNE 8, 2017
Your nonprofit website can make or break your organization. That’s the unfortunate reality these days when so much happens online. To help other nonprofits create websites that bring in massive support, I’ve compiled the 22 features every top nonprofit website has.
Association Universe brings together the best content for association members and organizers from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
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YourMembership
JUNE 5, 2017
Last week, I participated in ASAE’s inaugural XDP (experience design project) conference. Over 1,200 people attended, and I had the honor of being a team leader, facilitating discussions among a small group throughout the day. The event itself was created to encourage innovation; to get associations to rethink their conferences, breaking out of the ho-hum.
Reid All About it
JUNE 9, 2017
Your weekly list of free webinars and events for the association community… My friends at DelCor Technology Solutions have kicked off their 15th Annual.org Community Food Drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank. Everyone in the association and nonprofit community is encouraged to donate to this digital food drive which runs through June 21.
Wild Apricot
JUNE 9, 2017
If you’re in the market for homeowner association software, here’s a list of 25 options to consider.
Higher Logic
JUNE 8, 2017
We’ve heard about the importance of mobile for years. Everything needs to look just as good on a smartphone as a laptop, whether you use responsive design or an app. But which is better? An app or responsive design ? Responsive design is essential for any website (don’t buy a website theme or work with an agency that doesn’t support it) but you should also consider that 90 percent of time spent on mobile is spent in apps.
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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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GrowthZone
JUNE 6, 2017
A Guest Blog by Amanda Kaiser. There is a short window of opportunity to engage new members. If we do not reach them while the window is open, it snaps shut, forever. Most new members join with high hopes. They are curious to see what their membership will do for them because they do not specifically know what it will do for them, yet. They want to learn more because they want assurance they did not make a mistake in joining.
Eric Lanke
JUNE 5, 2017
I've written about this before, but I recently had another experience that again underscored the value of going out and visiting your members where they live and work. I was sitting next to this member at dinner at an earlier function we both attended. Why don't you come down and visit us sometime? he said. I'd love to show you our operation. It was all the invitation I needed.
Association Adviser
JUNE 5, 2017
Jacob Wilder, CAE, BOMA Georgia. “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks.”. That quote from renowned British Prime Minister Winston Churchill is a great illustration of today’s busy association professional, as they tackle the multitude of projects, problems and people that demand attention and priority.
Associations Now
JUNE 7, 2017
As skills gaps grow and resources shrink, enterprise IT teams feel they may be on shaky ground in the evolving cyberthreat landscape. While 80 percent of security leaders believe their organization will experience a cyberattack this year, few feel equipped to deal with the rapidly changing threat environment, according to a survey released Monday by IT governance association ISACA.
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Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.
GrowthZone
JUNE 8, 2017
In the world of association management, extra time is scarce. Learn how to make the most of your day by following these simple tips. 1. Keyboard Shortcuts. Learn keyboard shortcuts for the computer programs you use regularly. The time you save will really add up. 2. Internet Time. Limit how many times a day you check social media, news, etc. Otherwise, leave them alone (seriously). 3.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 4, 2017
Hammers hit nails. Rakes pile fall leaves. Hiking boots are best for muddy trails and slick rocks. We pick the right tool for the job. But choosing the right tool becomes harder with intellectual jobs. Improve new member retention. Grow member engagement. Increase non-dues revenue. Attract more members. Extend member value. Change the association. These are some of the goals we have but, what tool do we start with?
Association Adviser
JUNE 8, 2017
Carter Davis, Naylor Association Solutions. Not long ago, I had a conversation with my oldest child, who recently entered the teenage years (heaven, help us). Having received his first smartphone, I wanted to talk to him about his online conduct, where mistakes can haunt you forever. After all, I told him, you can’t take that stuff back. Once you put something into the digital realm, removing it is like trying to take sugar out of a cake when it comes out of the oven.
Associations Now
JUNE 8, 2017
Marketing tactics can be powerful tools for driving member engagement, but only if they’re deployed correctly. An expert shares some questions to ask before launching a marketing campaign. The warmup is the most important part of a jog. Not only does it allow your body to loosen up and your heart rate to slowly rise, but it also helps prevent injuries and burnout.
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2024 Association Survey Results Report For the 10th year, association professionals across the U.S. and Canada provided a look at the inner workings of their organizations when they replied to GrowthZone’s annual survey. Read the 2024 survey results report to see how your association compares: Top Challenges Retention Rates Non-Renewal Reasons Automatic Renewals Reinstatement Strategies Member Engagement Changes & Strategies Why Members Join Non-Dues Revenue Sources Dues Increases, and more
Velvet Chainsaw
JUNE 6, 2017
“My presentation is fine. It’s the audience’s fault if they don’t get it?”. “Why do I need to change the way I present? My lecture has worked for years. I get great scores and reviews.”. I’m sure you’ve heard statements like this. Maybe you’ve even said something similar yourself. So, why should speakers change how they present at your conference? The Lecture—The Presenters’ And Learners’ Desert Mirage.
Smooth The Path
JUNE 8, 2017
Related: How do association leaders change the unchangeable? Association change doesn’t happen without practice. Is it Day 1 or Day 2 for associations? The post Change-Ready Associations Exhibit These Signs appeared first on Smooth The Path.
Aptify
JUNE 7, 2017
Managing the data living in your membership management system is no easy task. While data management can be perceived as a mundane task that can be done at “some other time,” your data plays a vital role in both member engagement and member retention. An organization can’t survive without members, can it? And without accurate data, how can you expect to give your members the best experience and deliver the information that they need?
Associations Now
JUNE 9, 2017
Groups that host hybrid conferences don’t want their virtual attendees to feel left out. That’s why many are turning to staff, volunteers, and other experts to make sure the virtual audience feels just as connected as those onsite. Hybrid conferences—where an in-person meeting is blended with an online component—come with a lot of benefits. Among them: allowing members to attend who would have otherwise been unable to due to travel costs or other factors, boosting nondues revenue, and broadening
Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker
Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.
Association Success
JUNE 8, 2017
What would an automated workforce mean for your association? People. As members, as staff, as experts, as consultants, and as communities, associations need people. And people – as members, as staff, as experts, as consultants, and as communities – need associations. So as we move into a future where the position of many working people is unknown and unstable, what are the repercussions for associations, and what should we be thinking, planning, and doing?
Smooth The Path
JUNE 6, 2017
Have you ever watched a movie that someone you trust recommended as the best movie of all time and wondered, “what were they thinking”? Fargo was that film for me. For me, it was not my favorite movie of all time, not even a good movie, but some of my friends thought it was. I just do not get the appeal. This is fine because I do have a few favorites.
Aptify
JUNE 9, 2017
The key to membership retention? Attaining members in the first place! While it’s obvious, it’s not nearly as easy as it sounds. First impressions are notoriously important. When you meet somebody face to face, you can read their body language, answer questions, and give them a custom sales pitch. Online, you really don’t have any of those options. That’s the challenge with membership signups, and also the opportunity.
Associations Now
JUNE 6, 2017
A recent survey spells out challenges that leaders need to overcome to bring about change within their organizations. While technology has the power to reshape processes and drive down costs, many digital transformation strategies lack the C-level support needed to succeed. According to findings from a Wipro Digital survey of 400 senior-level U.S. executives, almost 1-in-5 respondents harbors secret doubts about their organization’s digital efforts, believing the projects are a waste of time.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
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