Wild Apricot

AUGUST 9, 2019

Want to grow your membership? Here are 101 ways your organization can attract and recruit more members both in the short and long term.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 7, 2019

After what feels like a decade of aggressive innovation, things are starting to slow down a bit—which might make tech a little easier for associations to manage in 2019. I have a lot to live up to with this year-beginning column. See, 12 months ago, my first blog post of the year predicted that there would be, and I quote, “ Tough Headwinds for Personalization in 2018.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 3, 2019

Change is hard. Foresight—looking forward—is hard. Why? Because we prefer certainty and concreteness to ambiguity and abstraction. Becoming a new normal leader requires shifting your perspective. It means becoming biased towards consistent, persistent evolution, not inclined to keep things the way they are which results in stagnant-status-quo-sameness.

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Delcor

MARCH 15, 2019

Before embarking on an association management software (AMS) selection this year, get clear on two things: Why you want a new AMS. What you want in a new AMS. LET’S START WITH THE WHY. Why is your organization considering new association management software? Do you need new functionality? Is your software so customized you can’t upgrade it? Is your association starting a new line of business?

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 4, 2019

Associations tend to have very robust renewal programs, but meager new member onboarding programs. Here's how you can create a strong new member onboarding program in 3 easy steps.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 17, 2019

I have been struck by the disparity in how an association’s organizational culture translates (or doesn’t translate) to the on-site implementation or planning of its live events. There are many associations that tout their open and supportive cultures. But when it gets to “go time,” does that culture manifest at your conferences and meetings? Online forums have tackled this issue in recent weeks and it is clear that not all organizations support their on-site operations effectively or consistent

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Will I see you at ASAE TEC next week? For me, TEC is like a reunion, camp and retreat combined in one. If we haven’t met and you see me walking around, please introduce yourself, I’d love to meet you. Association silos have been a topic of conversation for years now.

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YourMembership

DECEMBER 17, 2019

A recent Community Brands study suggests it may be time for associations to focus on additional learning opportunities for their members. According to the Community Brands Member Engagement and Loyalty Study, meetings and conferences, which traditionally have emphasized training and continuing education, are one area where association professionals (Pros) are very focused.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

11 Catalysts for Cross-Departmental Collaboration. Read more about 11 Catalysts for Cross-Departmental Collaboration.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

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Jamie Notter

JANUARY 14, 2019

One of my mantras is that workplace culture isn’t as complicated, difficult, vague, etc. as we make it out to be. I’m not saying it’s super simple and easy, but it’s definitely something we all can handle. And since we push it away as “too complex,” we lack a tangible vocabulary for it, which only serves to reinforce our (inaccurate) conclusion that culture is hard.

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GrowthZone

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Robust AMS (association management software) has far-reaching benefits to members, staff, the board of directors, and the organization as a whole. But justifying an AMS purchase can still be challenging. Most boards use a “big picture” approach to decision making. To ensure your board is “seeing the forest for the trees,” prepare a presentation that outlines quantifiable vs. indirect benefits and defines the difference between ROI and VOI (value on investment).

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ReviewMyAMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

ASAE has branded the ASAE Technology Conference this year to be called the “ Technology Exploration Conference ” and we will be there in a couple of weeks. This conference will be a great way to end the year, and because we LOVE YOU, the community so much, and appreciate the partnerships, we wanted to thank you again by doing a giveaway offering $500!

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Beth Kanter

MARCH 19, 2019

Last week I presented a session at the Nonprofit Technology Conference called “ Activating A Culture of Resilience for Sustainable Impact ,” with fellow NTEN board members, Ananda Leeke & Meico Whitlock as well as Carrie Rice. We each tackled a different aspect of resilience. I presented and facilitated a small group activity on rituals.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Delcor

MAY 3, 2019

Digital transformation has completely altered how associations use technology to interact with and deliver value to members and customers. But have you changed the way you select and implement technology? For example, the requirements checklist on a typical request for proposals (RFP) for a new association management system (AMS) hasn’t changed much over the years: Membership requirements - check.

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Wild Apricot

MAY 9, 2019

Crowdfunding for nonprofits might seem intimidating, but many organizations are using it to great success. In this post, I break down the steps your organization needs to take to succeed as well as reviewing 5 common crowdfunding platforms.

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Associations Now

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

The nonprofit sector is urging the Internet Society to stop the sale of the.org domain to Ethos Capital LLC, citing fears of significantly higher domain-name renewal fees in the future. Associations and other nonprofit organizations are concerned about increased online costs after the recent sale of the.org domain to the private equity firm Ethos Capital LLC.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

One of my biggest pet peeves is the way some conferences approach first-time attendees. Being intentional and having a plan for how you welcome someone who is experiencing your conference for the first time is not only the right thing to do, it’s also a smart attendee acquisition strategy. It’s a pivotal time to onboard and help them make connections that will last throughout the conference, and, hopefully, throughout the years as they become repeat attendees.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Did you hear the news? Expo Logic has printed over 2,000,000 badges with our badge printing integration service , badge[on]demand™ ! Over 180 clients have benefited from our badge printing solution, badge[on]demand™, by directly printing badges from their database of choice at events. Since badge[on]demand™ launched in 2011, we’ve helped our clients with over 2,300 events to provide seamless badge printing on-site.

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Achieve

AUGUST 6, 2019

For many nonprofits, social media is a crucial part of their marketing mix. However, not all platforms are created equal. Take Instagram for example – a channel with over 400 million active daily users who spend an average of 53 minutes per day consuming content on the platform! . As most fundraisers know, the key to getting people to care about a cause is through storytelling that conveys not only the issues, but demonstrates the real-world impact an organization is making to solve problems.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 15, 2019

Wondering how to keep your members connected? Consider creating a member directory for your organization to facilitate outreach, support your communications, and more.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 31, 2019

Want to start getting involved in advocacy, but not quite sure how? Bethany Snyder of Snyder Strategies explains 6 easy steps you can start following today to solve big nonprofit problems — and raise more money too!

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 17, 2019

Looking for the perfect post-event survey questions to get feedback on your event? Here are 30 you can use as, well as some best practices for structuring your event survey.

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Wild Apricot

MAY 15, 2019

Here are 7 proven ways to increase Member Retention. Expert Advice, Real life examples, research, and more. By the end, you'll have the blueprints to create a solid strategy to start increasing member retention at your organization right away.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 10, 2019

Want to help your organization see just how valuable your volunteers are? Elisa Kosarin, CVA, explains how to prepare a volunteer report that will prove their value.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Getting started with a nonprofit annual report for the first time, or just want a refresher? Simplify the process with this ultimate guide full of expert advice and examples.

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Wild Apricot

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Looking for a change? Figure out the right nonprofit career path for you with step-by-step advice and tips from nonprofit career experts.

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Instagram is an untapped resource for nonprofits when used correctly. Find out how to use instagram to your advantage with this ultimate guide.

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Recruiting volunteers doesn't have to be difficult. Create your own recruitment process and engage your volunteers with tips from this amazing guide!

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