Spark Consulting
MAY 8, 2023
We ABSOLUTELY can. People associate in order to solve problems that are, individually, intractable. I can’t think of a more important problem that’s not amenable to individual solutions than climate change. Shelly Alcorn and I were honored to discuss the association role in combatting climate change with Elisa Brewer Pratt on a recent episode of the Association Transformation podcast.
Associations Now
MAY 9, 2023
In-person meetings are bouncing back, according to a Freeman report, but millennials and Gen Z attendees are more particular about what they want out of them. Meetings are attracting younger attendees, a new study has found, but there’s increased pressure on planners to restructure and communicate those meetings to satisfy them. The Freeman Trends Report: Event Attendee Intent and Behavior Q1 2023 , released in March by the events services company, found that the average age of a B2B event atten
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Raklet
MAY 9, 2023
Today, being present on social media platforms creates a big difference in terms of brand identity and perception. You can. The post Top 30 Community Management Software (Reviews + Pricing) appeared first on Raklet - All-in-one platform to grow your audience.
WBT Systems
MAY 8, 2023
It pays to watch what for-profits in the learning business are doing. The fastest growing customer segment for online learning providers, like LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, and EdX, is the corporate market.
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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!
Associations Now
MAY 8, 2023
To attract new volunteers and redefine its board’s focus, the Network for Change and Continuous Innovation launched a new volunteer model in 2020. With an emphasis on connection, the model embraces all types of volunteer positions that appeal to various interests and time commitments. Three years ago, the Network for Change and Continuous Innovation realized it needed to rethink the goals of its board of directors.
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.orgSource
MAY 9, 2023
Value is the association industry’s word of the hour. Customer expectations for online commerce are driving the preoccupation to deliver tangible member benefits paired with exceptional experience. Tired thinking won’t get you to your value happy place. To meet the moment, make an ongoing commitment to innovation.orgSource senior consultant, Elizabeth Lucas and I recently discussed this topic on the Association 4.0 Podcast.
Multiview
MAY 11, 2023
One of the most important things to remember when planning a conference is that you're not just putting together an event, you're creating an experience. And in this digital world, it's easy to forget that we all have shortened attention spans. But what if there was a way to make your meetings more engaging for attendees? It turns out there is! With building a conference newsletter, your association can make your meetings more engaging and memorable.
Multiview
MAY 11, 2023
Work-life balance is something that most of us have heard a lot about, but what exactly does it mean? The term "work-life balance" was first used in the 1970's by the sociologist John Robinson. The concept was simple: he wanted to quantify what people were doing with their time outside of work, and how much time they spent at work. It wasn't until the late 90's that the term "work life balance" became popular, and then it really took off in 2000 when researchers from Duke University conducted a
Associations Now
MAY 7, 2023
CEOs know how their organizations operate. But a study suggests they don’t always see the impact of their actions. Confession: I roll my eyes a bit whenever I come across something in the leadership literature that talks about the importance of being “self-aware.” Leaders, drowning in data , tend to be profoundly well-informed about what’s happening at the organizations they lead.
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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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Aaron Wolowiec
MAY 12, 2023
Why is it that we often have reservations about sharing the tender parts of our soul, heart, and mind? Tenderness and vulnerability are not foreign to the human experience, they’re in fact universal core characteristics. Yesenia shares some promising ways to prioritize the tender parts of you.
Reid All About it
MAY 12, 2023
The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Non Dues-a-Palooza (NDP). It’s not until early September, but put NDP on your radar. I’m tired of experiencing FOMO for this one, so I’ve already got my flight booked for Denver. I love the idea of a small, focused conference where you can actually get to know people, so I hope to meet many of you there.
Wild Apricot
MAY 12, 2023
From the features to look for to implementation strategies, we’ll show you everything you need to know about database software for nonprofits.
Associations Now
MAY 10, 2023
Though the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation went into effect five years ago, organizations are still ensuring they stay compliant and keeping a close eye on any new data privacy legislation that may be down the road. Like many organizations in spring 2018, the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society was preparing to comply with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation that went into effect on May 25.
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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.
Association Analytics
MAY 12, 2023
The post Visual Dashboards Help AAPA Understand Members & Measure KPIs appeared first on Association Analytics.
Nimble AMS
MAY 12, 2023
Your membership committee plays a vital role in your association—guiding conversations about key membership benefits, identifying potential member pain points , and strategizing solutions to better support your members. We’re here to help you enhance your membership committee! Empower your membership committee to do its important work by following the strategies in this blog.
Wild Apricot
MAY 10, 2023
Learn why a nonprofit business plan is so important and how to write one! Plus get great examples and a free nonprofit business plan template.
AMG
MAY 8, 2023
AMG has volunteered to construct a custom backyard playset for four-year-old Antonio Culp, a pediatric cancer patient in treatment for ependymoma, a tumor that starts in the brain or spine. Antonio loves tacos, the Buffalo Bills NFL team, Just Wanna Rock, basketball, and his five older siblings. He is the recipient of this free playset thanks to Roc Solid Foundation, a Virginia-based nonprofit that works with organizations and volunteers like AMG to Play It Forward and build hope for children an
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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
Achurch
MAY 11, 2023
Leaders never wake up and say, “I need a technology assessment.” They wait for a “convenient time;” but, delaying an assessment impacts performance and productivity. By then, the need manifests itself in another way. Unfortunately, these signs disguise bigger problems leading you to treat the symptom instead of the root cause. What is technology assessment?
PROPEL
MAY 6, 2023
In this episode of Empowering Workplaces, we sit down with Claudia Miller, a sought-after career coach for women in tech, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing women in the industry. Claudia shares her personal journey of navigating the corporate world as a first-generation college graduate and how she became a successful career coach. We delve into the importance of networking.
Elevating Engagement
MAY 12, 2023
Talking to podcast hosts has become one of my new favorite things, and one of the questions that comes up often on-air or off is, “Why did you decide to write this book?” Whenever this question arises, my quick answers never do it justice, so let me give it a go here. Ten years ago, I started a qualitative research firm for the association industry.
AMG
MAY 12, 2023
(ROCK HILL, SC) Volunteers from Association Management Group (AMG), one of the Carolinas’ largest professional homeowner association managers representing more than 30,000 property owners, constructed a custom backyard playset on May 6 for four-year-old Antonio Culp of Rock Hill, SC, a pediatric cancer patient in treatment for ependymoma, a tumor that starts in the brain or spine.
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.
Achieve
MAY 11, 2023
Your nonprofit organization’s success depends on many people, including donors, volunteers, and board members. Your staff, for example, plays a crucial role in day-to-day and big-picture operations, helping your nonprofit work towards its mission. It’s crucial to not overlook the work that your employees are doing and to appreciate the effort they make for your nonprofit.
PROPEL
MAY 11, 2023
Do you have a lot on your plate? Would increased productivity be helpful? You’re not alone. Associations tend to run lean, which means we’re doing more with less, all while striving to meet the high standards of our members. And at the end of the day, we often fall short of our own expectations. Why? It’s not due to a lack of effort or expertise – it’s because we’re avoiding our conflicts.
Protech
MAY 11, 2023
When someone becomes a member of your association, they join a valuable community of like-minded individuals with shared interests. Whether they engage with that community regularly or not can make a big difference in the quality of their experience with your association. There are plenty of steps you can take to improve members’ online experiences and increase their likelihood of engaging on a regular basis.
Ungrated
MAY 10, 2023
Community Associations Institute is commemorating its 50th anniversary at the largest international gathering of homeowners, community managers, and businesses serving community associations during the 2023 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW , May 17–20, at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. The three-day conference is the premier destination for nearly 2,000 community association peers from around the world to come together, share ideas, and network.
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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