Reid All About it

JUNE 30, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Gen Z membership. Ex Ordo explains how to implement conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific and academic events. Quick hits How to make your event habit-forming. Employee retention. Change and culture.

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Chicago Newsletter Revenue Education 205

EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

That’s why having multiple member retention strategies in place is a must! In this blog post, we’ll cover: How to increase membership retention The best member retention strategies Tips on creating an event strategy for member retention What Is Membership Retention and Why Does It Matter?

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Association Analytics

MARCH 13, 2024

Your members can provide you with a lot of data about what they are interested in and how well your association is meeting their needs. Are you taking advantage of this important information, or are you still creating events, products, and activities based on what’s always been done? That depends on your association’s members!

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. The member experience. Too much has changed in our world to keep assuming the member experience you provided pre-pandemic is the experience your members and prospective members want, need, and expect now.

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Reid All About it

JULY 30, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Actually, her events are always fun and enlightening. Here are the educational events scheduled for next week. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled.

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Reid All About it

JULY 7, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… A month from now, many of us will be at ASAE Annual in Atlanta. Teri Carden—the mastermind behind AMS Fest before selling it to Association Trends—and her team are known for creating enjoyable educational experiences. AI and event planning.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

The goal : The key to member retention is to offer what members need and want, and make sure they’re aware of it. Where community fits in: Deepen member relationships year-round , not just at meetings or events. Increase event registration and participation. Give members a place to learn and find the right content.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 24, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m going away for eight days on a hiking vacation in southern Utah, so I’m not publishing Association Brain Food the next two Fridays, March 31 and April 7. Data-informed event planning. Event scheduling. Women in the workplace.

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

If you’re like many organizations, you’re consistently looking for ways to enhance your member experience. While some associations rely on hosting networking events or sending free branded swag, you can engage them simply by shining a spotlight on select members. But how do you get started with a member spotlight?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 8, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. The conference experience just stopped. 17 non-negotiable things your email newsletter needs right now. ( Here are the educational events scheduled for next week. More info/register (fee for MPI non-members). Ann Handley ).

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Reid All About it

JUNE 16, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “The main hope of a nation lies in the proper education of its youth.” Event planning. Is your event planning to-do list still up to snuff? Event marketing. Erasmus Podcasts. Workplace culture. Don’t give that up! Quick hits Good news!

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

But what does member engagement look like today, compared to say, a decade ago? We’re no longer limited to newsletters and annual conferences; now, it’s about creating a continuous, dynamic dialogue through various channels. This could be through newsletters, social media posts, or personalized emails.

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Aptify

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Let them know what communications you’ll be sending them, such as your member newsletter, and how often they’ll receive those communications. Direct them to online resources, such as your calendar of events, career center, and online learning courses. Personalize the member experience whenever you can. Be personal.

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How To Newsletter Examples Communications 148

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 24, 2016

As some of you may know, Event Garde sends a monthly e-newsletter. As such, marketers are moving away from mass emails, instead sending customized communications to members – which translates into more meaningful member experiences. Remember that newsletter I referenced? So…what are your thoughts?

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Marketing Email Marketing Newsletter Report 140

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 24, 2016

As some of you may know, Event Garde sends a monthly e-newsletter. As such, marketers are moving away from mass emails, instead sending customized communications to members – which translates into more meaningful member experiences. Remember that newsletter I referenced? So…what are your thoughts?

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Marketing Email Marketing Newsletter Report 140

MemberClicks

APRIL 28, 2022

According to recent data , most young members (87%) said it was important to be part of an association, and more than half (51%) reported that being in an association is more important than it used to be. So, how do association marketers speak to young members and get them to lean in? Reevaluate your young members’ journey.

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Tips millennials Newsletter Recruiting 98

Socious

OCTOBER 10, 2016

But Amazon isn’t the only pervasive brand that’s personalizing the online customer and member experience. 4 Ways Your Association Can Use Data to Personalize the Member Experience. Like Amazon, your association has access to a large amount of information on your members. Method #2) Tailored Email Newsletters.

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Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Meaningful meetings. Amanda Kaiser describes how virtual connections can ease attendees’ anxiety about going to in-person events. When association professionals think about volunteering, members naturally come to mind. . Virtual connections.

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Chicago Education Certificate Revenue 205

MemberClicks

APRIL 24, 2024

Desired Benefits and Events The most professionally managed associations often have the most desired and valuable benefits. Well-managed associations also take the lead in offering association and industry events, ranging from webinars to social and networking events to trade shows and expos. This can be easily automated.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 17, 2017

For instance, your association may focus on events while some of your chapters choose to focus on advocacy. Email tools that chapters can use to send messages to all their members or more targeted audiences, such as those who joined in the last 30 days. Highlight Successful Chapter Events. Recognize Influential Chapters.

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Newsletter Tools Revenue Tips 222

Higher Logic

AUGUST 15, 2017

Hold a Volunteer Appreciation Event. Somewhat more common than handwritten letters is a volunteer appreciation event at your annual conference. Start by promoting your event as an exclusive dinner or cocktail hour, with invitations for your top volunteers and their families. Want to do even better?

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North Carolina Project Discount Leadership 343

Higher Logic

JANUARY 30, 2018

A membership director also helps with event planning and updating the website, for instance. It also needs a long-term strategy, beta testing, content, and consistent attention to ensure members receive value. All those elements provide a great member experience, which can help increase member acquisition, retention, and revenue.

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Association Freak

APRIL 10, 2024

On one hand, high-impact, infrequent events like annual conferences offer substantial value. However, these events typically occur only once a year, limiting their overall impact on engagement. However, these events typically occur only once a year, limiting their overall impact on engagement.

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Member Engagement How To Discount Survey 72

Associations Now

JANUARY 28, 2020

They take on important responsibilities and set the tone for a chapter’s culture, programs, and member experience. Garrity suggests providing existing and emerging chapter leaders with training resources such as online courses, in-person leadership training sessions, and weekly or biweekly leadership newsletters.

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Leadership Newsletter Communications Course 114

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It’s about more than just planning events or sending newsletters; it’s about making every resource count for the success and satisfaction of your members. Member Communications: A big part of your success lies in how well you communicate with your members.

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Smooth The Path

APRIL 12, 2018

Timely, valuable new member messaging that solves the problem they currently have. Professional development opportunities even if I cannot come to an in-person event. Easy access to other members who have the same niche project, goal, or challenge. Quick response to members who call, email, or chat. Curated networking.

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Member Experience Newsletter Project System 83

Protech

MAY 11, 2023

Use a member engagement app. This means that a majority of your members likely access your association’s website on their phones. It’s important to cater to these members’ experiences by optimizing your website for mobile, but you can take it a step further. Promote the eCards to your members.

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Member Engagement Innovation Library Newsletter 52

Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

You want to send them relevant, personalized content that will send them further down the path to increased engagement, membership renewal, event registration, etc. The more data you have, the more you can act on, and the more you understand what members want to receive from you. Members can easily reply with a few thoughts.

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Tips Survey Newsletter Member Experience 120

Association Success

MARCH 25, 2019

Timely, valuable new member messaging that solves the problem they currently have. Professional development opportunities even if I cannot come to an in-person event. Easy access to other members who have the same niche project, goal, or challenge. Quick response to members who call, email, or chat. Curated networking.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Free up time to focus on the member experience. With automation, emails can be scheduled to send to a desired list at a designated time so you don’t need a full team to send out newsletters and promotions. Looking for an event conversation starter? The Event Planners Talk blog rounds up ideas from around the industry.

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Marketing Case Study Newsletter Content 95

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Membership management software facilitates those relationships, allowing organizations to automate renewal campaigns, easily send event invitations and update members through newsletters or other communications. Your members might not renew on time (or at all) if they don’t get an auto-renewal notice. Member engagement.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

This may seem simple, but thanking your members for joining can be a powerful way to make them feel welcome, appreciated, and to set the tone for a great member experience. Send new members an email from your executive director. Read Supporting the Lifetime Member Journey. So, get your members more involved.

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Newsletter Member Experience Technology Tips 88

Membersuite

JULY 16, 2021

Reports provide the information you and your colleagues need to better understand your members, customers, and prospects. They help you make the best decisions about strategy, programs, events, content, benefits, marketing, and more. Identify the data that staff and volunteer leaders need. Establish the system of record.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 15, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. In response to the pandemic, many associations hosted new virtual events, took down their members-only content paywall, and reduced fees for virtual conferences and education—changes that affect their membership value proposition.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 13, 2021

Here are three types of emails that can be especially helpful for keeping members engaged: Onboarding email series – Help new members feel at home right away with a series of emails that lets them know how your organization works, what to expect next, and where to go for information.

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Member Engagement How To Newsletter Certificate 78

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

If you’re like many organizations, you’re consistently looking for ways to enhance your member experience. While some associations rely on hosting networking events or sending free branded swag, you can engage them simply by shining a spotlight on select members. But how do you get started with a member spotlight?

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Committee Member Experience Social Media 52

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

If you’re like many organizations, you’re consistently looking for ways to enhance your member experience. While some associations rely on hosting networking events or sending free branded swag, you can engage them simply by shining a spotlight on select members. But how do you get started with a member spotlight?

Newsletter 52

Newsletter Committee Member Experience Social Media 52