Association Analytics

DECEMBER 9, 2024

As associations prepare for 2025, leveraging data effectively becomes increasingly crucial for success. There’s a consistent desire across the industry to tap more deeply into the data that’s been gathered in the myriad systems at hand, but it’s taking the leap that’s long been teh hardest part. To make it easier, the experts at A2 came up with 10 practical tips to help your organization become more analytically driven, while maintaining focus on your mission and members.

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Association Adviser

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Understanding your associations value proposition is essential to meeting the unique needs of your membership. With members increasingly discerning about where they invest their resources, associations must clearly demonstrate the value they provide.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 11, 2024

In todays highly competitive environment, associations must go beyond traditional engagement strategies to keep members satisfied and active. Members are looking for more than just membershipthey want personalized experiences that reflect their individual needs, interests, and goals. This shift in expectations means that associations need to move from a one-size-fits-all approach to creating tailored interactions at every touchpoint.

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The Association 100

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This A100 Podcast episode features Jeff De Cagna at Foresight First LLC discussing the evolving responsibilities of association boards in a rapidly changing world. De Cagna shared why boards must embrace foresight as a critical duty, navigate systemic upheaval and focus on stewardship to leave organizations better for future generations. He explained the urgent need for ethical AI governance and reimagining strategy beyond traditional planning.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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AMR Management Services

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Association meetings are some of the most visible elements of the member experience. For many members, this is the only annual face-to-face experience with the association staff and their peers. Particularly post pandemic, with time and budgets becoming more compressed, these events take on an even more heighted importance. As association management professionals, my team… The post Integrated Event Systems: An Elevated Experience first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Spark Consulting

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Raise your hand if you’ve heard this. Now raise your hand if you’ve SAID this. (Everyone’s hands should be up by now.) And we can all also relate to hearing, “I didn’t know you did X! I really need that!” from our members. ALL THE TIME. OK, so we’ve all been complaining about this for years. Our members have no idea what we offer them.

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The Association 100

DECEMBER 8, 2024

In this Association Insights video , I explore whether the follow-up phone call still has a place in todays email-heavy world. Spoiler alert: It absolutely does! A call adds a personal touch that stands out in crowded inboxes, building real connections. It offers immediate feedback, letting you gauge interest, answer questions and address concerns on the spot something emails simply cant match.

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The Association 100

DECEMBER 8, 2024

On The A100 Podcast , Alan Sparkman, executive director of the Tennessee Concrete Association, shares actionable strategies for how associations can play a significant role in tackling the workforce crisis. Sparkman discusses groundbreaking programs like Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee, Concrete Quest and Skate4Concrete, which engage students with hands-on experiences and gamified learning to inspire careers in the trades.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Learn what sociocultural sustainability really meansand how inclusive design and meaningful collaboration can transform your meetings into unforgettable experiences with lasting value. This case study highlights Canadas innovative approach to integrating Indigenous voices, promoting cultural appreciation and leveraging procurement to create unforgettable meetings with lasting value.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 12, 2024

April is National Volunteer Month, but how do you celebrate all the amazing things volunteers do for your mission? Here are some ideas.

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NetForum

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Looking for tips to streamline your year-end fundraising efforts? Read our blog to maximize your impact! How NetForum simplifies year-end fundraising activities appeared first on NetForum Association Management Software.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good-humor. ~Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol Rule #1: dont kill attendees. No matter how busy you are planning and running an event, you have time to keep attendees alive. Harsh, I know, but Tracy Stuckrath shared an awful story about Dominique Brown, co-founder of BlackGirlDisney, who died from an allergic reaction at an event.

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The Association 100

DECEMBER 8, 2024

In this Association Insights video , I unpack the potential pitfalls of using AI in your communications strategy. While AI can both streamline processes and enhance creativity, over-reliance can lead to generic messaging that lacks the authenticity and nuance audiences value. Accuracy is another challenge AI tools can produce errors or misleading information, so verifying facts before sharing is essential.

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Speaker: Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket

What does delivering an exceptional member experience mean in today's world? With the right insights, tools, and strategies, you can identify what truly matters to your members, drive meaningful engagement at scale, and continue to meet the ever-evolving needs of your members. Join association experts Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket who will share practical insights on how to build an exceptional member-driven experience by gaining a deeper understanding of your members and d

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Creating a volunteer engagement strategy can not only improve your volunteer's experience, but your entire organizational atmosphere. This is the guide to engaging volunteers from start to finish!

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Discover how to implement badges seamlessly at major events! Learn to handle large volumes, manage changes, and enhance networking with ease using cutting-edge onsite event badge printing solutions. The post How to Implement Badges at Major Events Effectively appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 13, 2024

As one association learned, expanding internationally is less about packaging membership plans than understanding how people want to belong. Too often, association conversations around going global begin around uncertainty. The economic picture is cloudy; the market is untested; it requires investment. But in that regard, going global isnt much different than any other innovation effort you might undertake.

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Clowder

DECEMBER 13, 2024

When a new member joins your association, they want to quickly experience how membership will help them achieve their career or business goals. With an onboarding campaign thats personalized to their goals and interests, you show new members how your association plans to deliver the value they seek.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 10, 2024

What drives your nonprofits decisions, actions and culture? Your values. In this guide we'll explain how to define your nonprofit's values, best practices and examples to get you started.

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Membership Marketing

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In the annual Association Outlook Report , hundreds of association professionals shared their expectations for 2025. Their responses reflect an optimistic view for the coming year. Here are some highlights from the findings. Positive Membership Growth Expectations The survey results highlight positive expectations in the area of membership. According to the findings: 68 percent of associations expect increases in new member acquisition. 63 percent anticipate growth in total membership counts.

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Effective Database

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Perfect is not possible We've all heard the phrase"Perfect is the enemy of good" and I like to think that most of us believe it. But oddly enough, this phrase tends to get ignored when it comes to data management.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Elevate your next event with creative and custom badge designs. Get inspired with badge designs and onsite printing from Expo Logic. The post Creative Ways to Use Badge Printing Beyond Identification appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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