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APRIL 28, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Credentialing programs. Member recruitment. Impexium suggests member recruitment strategies that will successfully drive your marketing efforts in this very different marketplace. Frankly, we’re smarter about it now. Online community.

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APRIL 21, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Free member education. They describe the seven steps of starting a successful association mentoring program from pre-evaluation and research to planning, design, recruitment, matching, training, support and evaluation. CAE credit.

Education 195

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

While these changes may feel overwhelming, there are easy things you can do with your current staff and set of resources that will help position your association to thrive in 2024. As 2024 kicks off and the world of data and AI continues to rapidly evolve, associations need to adapt to meet the ever-changing needs of members and stakeholders.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Mental health. People talk about it in the association world, but how many associations actually provide resources and education about mental health issues to members and industry employers? . – 1 CMP credit. 1 CMP credit. CAE credits.

Strategy 272

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Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

If you want your association members to attend more events, the value they can expect to extract from participating should be front and center. If you want to encourage event attendance and participation, it’s important to provide your members with valuable resources that stir up excitement and interest, driving them to engage.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. They explain why you’re having a tough time recruiting volunteers and how you can enhance the value of the volunteering experience. The seven biggest mistakes in membership recruitment. Growth-mindset associations. Quick hits.

Recruiting 329

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 29, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Your voice—along with those of nearly 1,000 association leaders around the world—will help us all gain insights about what is working to recruit, engage and retain members during the pandemic. Membership survey. Mon 2/1 at 11 a.m. –

Newsletter 370

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Session Tracks and streams Include relevant sponsored content or support (whether it be video, infographics, or other resources) or have companies sponsor a session track and include their logo. Post-event resource package Bundle useful resources and worksheets offered by speakers, thought leaders and your sponsors from event sessions.

Video 97

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Reid All About it

MARCH 25, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Brain Food resources. AWTC Salon: Recruiting and Retaining Tech Talent. Join an interactive conversation on recruiting and retaining tech talent. Host: Hubilo. Thu 3/31 at 12 p.m. What can we do? 1 CAE credit. 1 CMP credit.

Revenue 195

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MAY 19, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Reflection. “I William Penn Chapter events. Here’s a conundrum: How can members ever feel like part of their chapter community if they don’t attend chapter events? I expect to pass through life but once. Fri 5/19 at 4 p.m.

Strategy 195

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Looking for additional work. They describe how to first improve your communications (and relationships) with chapters so volunteer leaders are more receptive and aware of your messages and resources. Board buy-in on tech. More info/register.

Tools 272

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Trade Association CEO Blog

AUGUST 18, 2011

Ask me for a quote on many projects like: Newsletter design, newsletter strategy, newsletter production, strategic planning, budgeting, evaluation of endorsed programs, governance structuring, bylaws, education programming, member database selection/conversion/optimization/training, discussion facilitation and more. Event Planning Checklist.

Event Planning 28

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Request re career section on association website. They describe the seven steps of starting a successful association mentoring program from pre-evaluation and research to planning, design, recruitment, matching, training, support, and evaluation.

Revenue 272

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 4, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “One of the most tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. Your input will help associations benchmark the use of event, member, and other mobile apps in associations. Dale Carnegie Non-dues revenue.

Atlanta 195

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MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Create a List of Potential Speakers To create a well-rounded list of potential speakers, consider exploring various resources and utilizing different approaches. Confirm Speaker Availability Securing the availability of your preferred keynote speakers, especially the in-demand ones, is a critical step in event planning.

How To 52

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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). No plan, no progress. In or Out: Staffing and Managing a Successful Sales Team 32% of associations say their greatest obstacle to sales performance is staffing/resources. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

Chicago 200

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? After completing a few writing jobs, I have room for more client work in my schedule. More info/register. Host: ASAE Membership Professionals Community Tue 11/14 at 11 a.m. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m not publishing Brain Food next Friday (10/2) because I’ll be hiking in southern Utah, so this edition includes all the events I know about in the next two weeks. PIA Case Study, Rethinking Your Membership Plan.

Case Study 285

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Not only will this report help you benchmark your association’s membership marketing efforts against nearly 1,000 other associations, but you’ll pick up ideas for improving recruitment and retention tactics. The council manages leadership recruitment, candidate evaluation, and nominations. Tue 1/17 at 2 p.m. – More info/register.

San Antonio 150

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 13, 2017

Not only will this report help you benchmark your association’s membership marketing efforts against nearly 1,000 other associations, but you’ll pick up ideas for improving recruitment and retention tactics. The council manages leadership recruitment, candidate evaluation, and nominations. Tue 1/17 at 2 p.m. – More info/register.

San Antonio 150

San Antonio elearning predictions Handbook Denver 150

GrowthZone

MARCH 13, 2021

Select an AMS that will meet all of your organizational needs, such as: member database, email system, convenient billing and payment options, event planning, and website building. With no long-term contracts , there is no risk to you in saving time and maximizing resources with GrowthZone’s AMS. Geared Toward: Nonprofits.

Software 148

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Membersuite

JANUARY 27, 2021

They figured out what their members and market needed, and provided it, such as pandemic-related resources, and new virtual networking and education events. No one knows what 2021 will bring but you can plan for a few scenarios. In 2020, virtual event planning was in emergency mode.

Survey 106

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Woke up this morning with a terrific urge to lie in bed all day and read. Fought against it for a minute. Then looked out the window at the rain. And gave over. Put myself entirely in the keep of this rainy morning. Would I live my life over again?

Revenue 205

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MAY 15, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Benchmark survey on communicating in the current climate. Learn about the tools and best practices for designing a reputable online survey, recruiting participants, and analyzing the data. Rob McCarty, CEO of The Image Shoppe.

Puerto Rico 370

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2020

Develop an event marketing strategy. Doublecheck your plans and host your auction. These core steps will give your event planning team a solid structure upon which you can build your auction strategies. For your virtual auction, try to recruit staff and volunteers to serve these crucial roles: . Auction chair(s).

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Reid All About it

MARCH 15, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Back in my restaurant general manager days, I went through a serious bout of burnout. Billhighway shares advice on ways your association can provide member recruitment training to chapters and affiliates. Tue 3/19 at 6 p.m. –

DC 150

DC Washington Denver Sacramento 150

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JUNE 19, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Inclusion advice. Event Planning Considerations and Design Trends in a New World. Hear how three associations are meeting members “where they are” with highly customized, local resources and initiatives.

Video 221

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SOS Association

JUNE 26, 2020

As the AMC Institute points out , associations that embrace the AMC model can expect realize a number of benefits, including: Improved staffing and resource allocation. Proven best management practices and access to best-of-class resources and technologies. Efficiencies derived from leveraging shared resources.

Leadership 40

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SOS Association

JUNE 26, 2020

As the AMC Institute points out , associations that embrace the AMC model can expect realize a number of benefits, including: Improved staffing and resource allocation. Proven best management practices and access to best-of-class resources and technologies. Efficiencies derived from leveraging shared resources.

Leadership 40

Leadership Class System Resources 40

SOS Association

JULY 17, 2020

AMCs are fully staffed with Account Executives (experienced nonprofit professionals that can act as your Executive Director), as well as other nonprofit specialists in accounting/bookkeeping, event planning, membership management, and other support areas including marketing and communication. 5) Engagement Enhancement.

Association Management 49

Association Management Cost Membership Management Review 49

Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Anne Lamott If I could teach one marketing lesson. Listen up, my sales and marketing friends. Someone who fills out a form to download content is NOT a lead.

Technology 195

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Event Manager Blog editor Julius Solaris explains that while an unforeseen error can be viewed as a learning lesson, repeated mistakes are an absolute no-no. He provides a list of “20 event-planning fails” that attendees can’t stand, covering a range of classic and more modern issues.

Recruiting 40

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2022

Before looking into how to find a sponsor for your event, consider your event’s goals. If the event is smaller and focused on current members, you may already have the space, budget, and other resources needed to plan it without a sponsor. Having a well-known sponsor for your event can improve your brand’s image.

How To 52

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SOS Association

JULY 17, 2020

AMCs are fully staffed with Account Executives (experienced nonprofit professionals that can act as your Executive Director), as well as other nonprofit specialists in accounting/bookkeeping, event planning, membership management, and other support areas including marketing and communication. 5) Engagement Enhancement.

Association Management 40

Association Management Cost Membership Management Review 40

Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Learn how board skills tracking can help you identify critical gaps and engage in more strategic board member recruitment. Membership survey. The more data MGI collects for this study, the richer the results for everyone. 1 CAE credit.

Survey 195

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 19, 2023

How long does it take to plan a trade show? How to plan a trade show How long does it take to plan a trade show? You’ll want to start event planning at least a year ahead. Pick your venue Your venue sets the tone for your event and impacts attendee and vendor experience. Learn more about A2Z here.

Tools 52

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

But as sustainable event specialist Shawna McKinley notes, shared resources and spaces have been hallmarks of event planning for years. Nonetheless, many elements of the modern sharing economy are creating new opportunities and raising new challenges for event planners. Then check out these tips from Inc.

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