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JANUARY 29, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Monday (2/1) is the last day to participate in Marketing General Incorporated’s (MGI) 2021 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey. Managing remote teams. Wes Trochlil, Effective Database Management ). Membership survey.

Newsletter 370

Newsletter Education Recruiting Recruitment 370

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MAY 12, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Non Dues-a-Palooza (NDP). Learning business. Learning business. WBT Systems describes how for-profit learning platforms, like the MOOCs Coursera and EdX, make their money. Newsletters. Membership tiers. But do you?

Chicago 200

Chicago Newsletter Mooc Education 200

Reid All About it

MARCH 17, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Online learning. With for-profit and higher ed competition growing, your association’s online courses must stand out in the crowd. But excellent content isn’t enough to gain market share. Content is a commodity, says WBT Systems.

Revenue 205

Revenue Certificate Committee Leadership 205

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. Thank goodness, many associations are rethinking new member onboarding.

Revenue 227

Revenue Chicago Leadership Education 227

EventMobi: Association Events

OCTOBER 19, 2023

We’ve got you covered with membership drive examples, marketing tips, and the event tech to make it all a breeze. Membership recruitment campaigns are most often run by associations, clubs, and nonprofits who want to broaden their reach and power up their dues-based revenue. What is a Membership Drive?

How To 130

How To Discount Social Media Software 130

Reid All About it

JANUARY 28, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. If the registration numbers for your educational programs are disappointing, WBT Systems shares several reasons people don’t commit to online courses and conferences. They also explain how to overcome registration resistance. Bwah ha ha!

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Survey Team Software 195

WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

They end up getting overwhelmed with new information and falling victim to the forgetting curve—which means they will forget 70 percent of what they ‘learn’ within 24 hours. In most associations, only a small percentage of members attend conferences. Why Continue the Conference Learning Experience. It doesn’t happen.

Conference 210

Conference How To LMS Newsletter 210

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. I was happy to see Association Brain Food in Lead Marvel’s list of eight must-read newsletters for association professionals. Curated reading lists are the best, right? Credentialing support.

LMS 256

LMS Revenue Arlington Education 256

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. WBT Systems offers a primer on ADDIE , one of the most popular instructional design models. They also describe why and how it’s evolved to become a more agile framework. Learn about the four imperatives to ‘K.E.E.P.’ Who is ADDIE?

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Revenue Certificate Leadership 195

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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. Association leadership.

Tools 195

Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

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JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Please participate in MGI’s 14 th annual Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey , our industry’s most comprehensive and valuable study on membership marketing. Marketing, membership and communications awards. Sticky learning.

Survey 195

Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

Reid All About it

MAY 5, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Meaningful meetings. Corporate learning. Coursera, EdX and LinkedIn Learning are going all in on the corporate market and increasing revenue as a result. AMS requirements. Remember those? Ah, the old days. More info/register.

Chicago 205

Chicago Education Certificate Revenue 205

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NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… 86 “normal,” please. Davis, CAE, who works at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, said: “I need to operate now and look forward, not try to claw may way back to ‘normal.’ Learn to love walking in the rain.

Certificate 370

Certificate System Dallas Price 370

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JANUARY 15, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. The Gold Circle Awards recognize excellence in marketing, membership and communications efforts across 15 different categories, and highlight the important role these campaigns have in moving associations forward. ASAE Gold Circle Awards.

Innovation 359

Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

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JULY 30, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. 55 days from now, you could be in Nashville hanging around with people whose associations are rolling in non-dues revenue and people who want to emulate their success. Online learning programs. Volunteer learning journey.

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Certificate Technology Strategy 195

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JUNE 25, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development. Virtual expo.

LMS 361

LMS Revenue Tips America 361

EventMobi: Association Events

JUNE 26, 2023

Member engagement is the #1 way to make sure your members recognize the value they get from your association. The best association member engagement strategies guide them to participate in the right programs and leave them feeling valued—which makes them significantly more likely to renew! The solution? Boost your non-dues revenue.

Member Engagement 130

Member Engagement Strategy Software Social Media 130

Blue Sky eLearn

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Although your association might not be meeting in person right now, plenty of organizations are moving their meetings and events online and engaging members in the digital realm. At Fonteva, we know a thing or two about how to keep your association members connected and engaged during this time of physical separation.

Organization 232

Organization Software Newsletter Tips 232

Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Association innovation. Start at her website , check out more on Association Innovation Today , and follow her on LinkedIn for the latest updates. Two proven tips to increase your newsletter’s open and click rates. Quick hits.

LMS 370

LMS Nashville Strategy Video 370

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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.” In the past few editions of Association Brain Food, I included a Good Listens section featuring association-focused podcasts. Event marketing. Erasmus Podcasts.

Project 195

Project Tools Revenue Metro 195

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. You can glean a lot of insights about your members once you get your association on board with engagement analytics. Let’s get started! Why Is Engagement Scoring So Important?

Review 169

Review Member Engagement Process Examples 169

Reid All About it

JULY 10, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… You know what really gets under my skin and makes me crazy? Cimatri is inviting associations to participate in their State of IT Security in the Association Industry survey. Community karma, baby. Communications. Timely stuff.

Montana 365

Montana Content Price Strategy 365

NXUnite

DECEMBER 13, 2023

To illustrate just what these businesses are doing and why they matter, we’ll shed some light on mission-driven startups that focus on supporting nonprofits and associations. At NXUnite by Nexus Marketing , we provide a platform where brands and organizations within the mission-driven sector can collaborate, learn, and grow.

Software 130

Software Discount Tools Resources 130

Reid All About it

JULY 24, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Associations and the future of colleges. Jeff Cobb of Tagoras/Leading Learning asks a provocative but reasonable question: Could associations replace colleges? Online learning myths. Memorable virtual gatherings.

Montana 259

Montana Revenue Case Study Conference 259

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JULY 16, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Usability testing is the latest version of that phenomenon—and it’s a good thing to learn about over on the Fionta blog since it solves lots of problems and increases the value of your technology investments. Newsletter suggestion.

Revenue 195

Revenue Video Strategy Industry 195

Reid All About it

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… It’s the most wonderful time of the year… (sing it with me). What to do, what to do… WBT Systems has a suggestion for you: get your learning on. Kivi Leroux Miller, Nonprofit Marketing Guide.com ). Slefo, Ad Age ).

Vermont 285

Vermont DC Washington Education 285

WBT Systems

JANUARY 23, 2018

After you and your colleagues put so much effort into it, how do you explain to your boss and committee chair why your online course failed? Learn why your online course failed. The first thing to do is to realize that, as cliché as it sounds, failure is a learning opportunity. Problem: Market need. Problem: Awareness.

Course 175

Course LMS Price Newsletter 175

Membersuite

JANUARY 10, 2023

The last few years have had their challenges, but I think it’s an exciting time to be part of the association community. The team and I have pulled together a list of topics we’ve been talking about or hearing and reading about in blogs, social media, webinars, and conferences—the topics rising in our collective association consciousness.

Directory 143

Directory Social Media Tools Revenue 143

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

The weekly list of free webinars and events for the association community… We’re all Equif*cked. Dave Coriale at DelCor Technology Solutions isn’t one to use that kind of language in public but he did share 12 steps association CEOs can take to avoid becoming the next Equifax —and avoid getting the axe. Keep an eye on rasa.io

Raleigh 203

Raleigh Arlington Social Media DC 203

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… If you’re at the digitalNow conference next week and see me wandering around, please let me know you read Association Brain Food, you’ll make my day, plus I’d love to meet you if we’re not already acquainted.

LMS 276

LMS Pennsylvania Innovation Education 276

MemberClicks

MARCH 15, 2024

If your mind draws a blank when hearing the terms Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) or Association Management Software (AMS), you’re not alone. This is especially true when describing their roles and defining their differences in terms of what they offer a company or an association.

Software 52

Software System Association Management Communications 52

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The weekly list of free professional development events for the association community… I love the role of content curator, haven’t you noticed? And I especially love it when others do it for me—those are the newsletters I value most. Now, if only more associations did this. Now, if only more associations did this.

DC 150

DC Washington Innovation Price 150

MemberClicks

APRIL 24, 2024

Have you ever wondered why some associations seem to effortlessly excel and expand their member base annually? Have you ever seen or been a part of an association that seems to struggle and exhibit little focus? The answer is management. What is Association Management? Transparency and communication builds trust.

Association Management 52

Association Management Tips Software Social Media 52

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DECEMBER 8, 2017

The weekly list of free educational events for the association community… It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Readers could “learn and reflect without religious guidance or censure.” KnowBe4 says: if your IT and Marketing departments are not freaking out about GDPR compliance , you are not paying attention.

DC 150

DC Washington Review System 150

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JUNE 5, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… What a week. Then I lose myself reading articles on Twitter or in newsletters, and, one of my favorite activities, compiling a list of more things to read. Associations’ role in the COVID-19 gap year. This tweet summed it up for me.

Innovation 273

Innovation Conference FAQ Industry 273

MemberClicks

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Relationships are at the core of all associations and chambers of commerce, paving the way for essential revenue that maintains their long-term success. Membership Software: FAQs While there are many membership management software options to choose from, the right choice differs from organization to organization. Member engagement.

Membership Management 52

Membership Management Software Directory Revenue 52

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

You’re at the forefront of your trade association, a vital force in shaping the success of professionals in your industry. The real power of your association, however, lies in effective trade association management. In this guide, you’ll explore the essentials of trade association management.

Association Management 52

Association Management Tools Tips Software 52