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How to Boost Member Success: Link Certification Programs with Career Centers

Association Adviser

Professional societies and trade associations can significantly enhance their value proposition by strategically integrating their certification programs with their career centers. This integration creates a powerful synergy that benefits both members and employers, while strengthening the organization’s position in the industry.

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How much does association management software (AMS) really cost?

Nimble AMS

Is your organization in the process of researching new association management software (AMS)? As you gather research and compile information for your AMS selection, you might have questions about the true cost of an AMS. We’re here to help! Continue reading to learn more about the many factors involved in the true cost of an AMS. 4 AMS factors to consider during the selection process Asking how much an AMS costs is no simple question and offers no simple answer.

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Harnessing the Power of AI: Why Associations Need Strong Data Governance to Thrive

.orgSource

As associations begin to explore the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), one thing becomes crystal clear: data is the foundation on which AI thrives. Without reliable, organized, and well-governed data, AI cannot deliver the insights and efficiencies that promise to revolutionize member engagement, operations, and strategy. For many associations, harnessing the power of AI requires a critical first step—getting their data in order.

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Why Do We Care About Generations?

Association Analytics

The idea of the “generation” as a grouping is a wholly American invention. The Lost Generation is the first truly named group, a term coined by author Gertrude Stein and later popularized in the epigraph of Ernest Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises. Since then we dubbed the Greatest Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha successively.

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How To Build an Exceptional Member Experience | Weds, Dec 11th, 3PM EDT

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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Understanding Operating Reserves: Essential Guidelines for Associations

AMR Management Services

Operating Reserves At AMR Management Services, a common question from both current and prospective clients is: “How much should an association maintain in operating reserves?” The answer is nuanced: it depends. Key factors to consider include: These questions are crucial when assessing your operating reserve needs. However, we can offer some helpful guidelines.

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Report: Associations Underestimate Interest in Training

Associations Now

A survey by Momentive Software found a sizable gap between association members’ interest in professional development and association professionals’ interest in supporting it. Association professionals and members have different perspectives around the importance of technology, especially around training and AI, according to a new report. A New Era of Associations: The Transformational Power of Technology , released last month by Momentive Software (formerly Community Brands), is based on a surve

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Podcast: How to Rebrand Your Organization

Association Adviser

In this episode of Association Adviser Podcast, Meredith Martino, Executive Director of Women in Government, shares her strategies for successfully rebranding an organization to better align its story with its mission. Meredith discusses how strategic storytelling through design and an inclusive approach to rebranding can enhance your organization’s impact and strengthen member engagement.

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How East York Probus Club Streamlined Operations and Enhanced the Member Experience with WildApricot – Case Study

Wild Apricot

The post How East York Probus Club Streamlined Operations and Enhanced the Member Experience with WildApricot – Case Study appeared first on WildApricot.

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So, You’re Not Ready for a Capital Campaign: What to Do Next

NXUnite

The scale of capital campaigns means that they shouldn’t be undertaken casually. They are major investments of an organization’s time and resources. You must be prepared for a capital campaign before formally launching one. Otherwise, your fundraising ultimately won’t be sustainable. You’ll open your organization to risks—wasted time and money, damaged relationships, strategic drift, loss of energy and motivation among donors and staff, and more.

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2024 State of Customer Education Report

Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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Choose Hope

Spark Consulting

Quoting a good – and wise – friend: “I do not have hope because I believe that the world is good. I choose hope as an act of will to empower me to make the world good.” May it be so for you. Photo by Thomas Bormans on Unsplash The post Choose Hope appeared first on Spark Consulting.

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How Associations Should Communicate with Young Professionals

GrowthZone

It’s a critical time in the association membership landscape and the future is in your hands. Adults age 18-34 (a.k.a. Millennials) account for 1/3 of American workers and are the largest share of the US workforce. Effective communication is essential to engaging them with your association. #Communications Millennials want to hear from you. But they also want to seek out information independently.

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Recurring Donations For Your Nonprofit: The Ultimate Guide

Wild Apricot

In this post, find out what recurring donations are, what you can do with them, how they can help your organization, and how to get started.

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Preparing for the Future of Member Engagement

Forj

Over the decades, the technology landscape has changed how professional associations serve members. From managing member data to delivering education to fostering peer-to-peer connections, associations have adapted to embrace innovation and meet accelerating expectations.

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The Power of Community: Why a Branded Community is a Must-Have for Every Association

Ever wonder why brands like Apple, LEGO, and Sephora are going all-in on branded communities? It’s because online community building is the secret sauce to connecting with audiences in ways that ads and emails simply can’t. But here's the best part—it’s not just for big corporations. Associations can create thriving online communities too. GrowthZone’s eBook, "The Power of Community," breaks down exactly why a branded online community can be a game-changer for your association.

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AMR Management Services Welcomes the American Medical Women’s Association as a New Client

AMR Management Services

LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 4, 2024) — AMR Management Services is pleased to announce its new partnership with the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA), the nation’s oldest multispecialty organization dedicated to advancing women in medicine and improving women’s health. AMWA joins more than 25 national and international associations that rely on AMR as their association management… The post AMR Management Services Welcomes the American Medical Women’s Association as a New Client first

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Celebration Time: GrowthZone Recognized With Multiple Recognitions from Gartner Digital Markets in 2024

GrowthZone

As we wrap up another year, we are excited to share that GrowthZone has been recognized with multiple accolades from the Gartner Digital Markets brands – Capterra , Software Advice , and GetApp. Our product has been featured across various flagship reports released in 2024, a testament to the value we continue to deliver to our users. Check out our incredible badges: Capterra Association Management Shortlist Membership Management Software Advice Association Management FrontRunners Membership Man

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Create the Best HOA Reserve Funding Plan (Are You Funding Enough?)

Association Reserves

Are You Funding Enough for Your HOA? (Create the Best Funding Plan) What is an HOA Reserve Fund? Just like any building or asset, your community has components that will deteriorate over time. HOA reserves are the funds set aside to address these inevitable repairs and replacements, preventing special assessments and protecting property values. It’s the money you collect to pay for future repairs and replacements of your common areas like pools, roofs, gates, pavement, etc.

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How to Foster Lasting Connections with Young Professionals

Forj

Forj teamed up with Highland Solutions for a webinar with David Whited, leader of the Future of Membership Initiative, and Amrita Kulkarni, Director of Design and Research Strategy. Together, they shared insights designed to help association leaders address one of their greatest challenges: how to attract, retain, and continuously engage young professionals.

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Boost Sponsorship, Exhibit, and Ad Revenue

Sales often gets a bad rep. Yet, if securing sponsors, advertisers, and exhibitors is part of your role, it’s essential. But what if it didn’t have to feel time-consuming, uncomfortable, or worse—icky? Join us for the 3-part virtual Sales Accelerator Labs , where customer experience and sales expert Carrie McIntyre will show you strategies to make sales easier, more effective, and dare we say, enjoyable!

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How to Train Around Soft Skills

Associations Now

Future leaders often have a knack for a particular job, but need help learning how to support others. Execs need to know how to support empathy, conflict management, and more. The organizational ladder is strange. Typically somebody shines in a particular department, notably enough that leadership identifies them as future leadership timber. In newsrooms, people who are really good at covering the police department can somehow be in line to become editor-in-chief.

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If it’s not in your AMS, why not?

Effective Database

If it's not in your AMS, why not? I like to tell my clients they'll know they've reached data management nirvana when the answer to any question about data is "It's in the database." And I don't mean the obvious questions like "How many members do we have?" or "Who has registered for next week's event?

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No More Lost Event Confirmations: Hassle-Free Event Registration

Expo Logic

Featuring a hassle-free event registration system, Expo Logic ensures that lost confirmations are a thing of the past. By utilizing customizable email confirmations and automated communication tools, organizers can keep attendees informed every step of the way, providing peace of mind and a seamless event experience. The post No More Lost Event Confirmations: Hassle-Free Event Registration appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Association Brain Food: 11.8.24

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “It is not every day that the world arranges itself into a poem.” ―Wallace Stevens Survey. Insight Guide is conducting research on industry suppliers’ engagement with associations. If you’re an association professional who is responsible for business development, exhibitor sales, non-dues revenue programs, or any other revenue growth roles outside of membership sales, please complete this survey , which shoul

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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.