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MAY 15, 2019

Associations can’t fulfill their missions without innovation. Innovation helps organizations create and improve processes, products, services, and experiences for their members, customers, staff, and audiences. 10 elements of the innovation mindset to nurture at your association. #1: 1: Creative curiosity.

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Innovation millennials Project System 68

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

At Naylor’s Association Adviser, Cathi Hight raises good points about member engagement and explains how to use surveys and focus groups to understand what member segments value. Project management. But these meetings often occur only after things go wrong or big projects end, says Ethan Mollick. More info/register.

Revenue 227

Revenue Survey Education Strategy 227

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Does your association require an AMS that integrates, syncs data, has dependable application architecture, and offers continuous upgrades and innovation? You want to start by putting together a work plan to help you understand the first steps for your project. Does your association risk falling behind industry competition?

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Technology Software Association Management Process 140

ISAE

MAY 13, 2024

However, there are a few factors that could be harming member engagement, retention, and overall growth. Specifically, associations are struggling to communicate the value of membership, and many display a lack of innovation. Experiment with innovative ideas. Promote collaborative projects. Embrace technology.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Is your current software user-friendly for members? . Does your tech provide a positive or negative member experience? . As you gain approval from your board, work on an RFP , and secure budgeting, you’ll also need to consider your project timeline. Rate your staff’s understanding and use of your current software. .

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Tips Software FAQ Technology 130

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Got a writing project ? I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. 1 CMP credit.

Certificate 281

Certificate Price Tools Technology 281

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JULY 7, 2023

If your association has a website redesign project on the horizon, there’s no need to ask ASAE Collaborate about RFP samples. Get everything you need in this RFP template for CMS and website redesign projects from Brightfind. CMS/website RFP. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. More info/register.

Tools 195

Tools Education Newsletter Chicago 195

Smooth The Path

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Business owners are wondering how to keep their businesses afloat, organization leaders are wondering if they can keep their full staff employed, employees are wondering how long they will have a job, and freelancers are wondering where their next project is coming from. Related: Back to school for associations and members.

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Project Innovation Industry Marketing 146

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JANUARY 26, 2024

Association and Nonprofit Trends for 2024: Navigating a Rapidly Evolving Landscape As we move into 2024, the landscape for associations is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements, changing member expectations, and an increasingly global context. Why Do Your Members Need Your Association? More info/register.

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Survey Project Strategy Education 256

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

In seven minutes, you can help our community learn about association industry trends in membership engagement and retention levels, digital transformation, the adoption of AI, generational priorities, and more. Many associations are putting great emphasis on career websites , so they can help industry employers with workforce development.

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LMS North Carolina Recruiting Recruitment 256

Aptify

APRIL 15, 2024

This event will showcase the latest innovations in association technology software, and we’re thrilled to be a part of it. Member Engagement: Enhance the member experience with personalized communication tools, self-service portals, and mobile access. Rahul Shende , Sr.

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Software Membership Management Class Team 82

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JUNE 30, 2023

But Jamie Notter at Propel says, “Your culture is already having a direct impact on every other project [you] are doing, and in many cases, the culture is making it harder for [you] to achieve success in those projects.” The Community Check-In A weekly community chat on Slack for black professionals working in the events industry.

Chicago 205

Chicago Newsletter Revenue Education 205

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Take Your Silent Auction to the Next Level: Raise More Money, Free Up Staff Time and Create an Unforgettable Member Experience. The superman of silent auctions is going to lead a conversation alongside a few of his clients about how they revolutionized the silent auction experience. 2022 STR Industry Trends. 1 CAE credit.

Newsletter 195

Newsletter Survey Team Software 195

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I’ve had a few writing projects finish recently and have room for more client work in my schedule. I usually work with association industry partners on blog posts, case studies, and other content marketing pieces , but am open to learning about other interesting projects outside that scope. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

Tools 272

Tools Strategy Revenue Technology 272

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JUNE 16, 2023

I’d bet every industry has seen a growing number of podcasts like ours has, maybe even the industry your association serves. PCMA is partnering with Gevme on the AI-based Project Spark for the events industry , which is free now, but I can see revenue potential. No organization, regardless of size or industry, is immune.

Project 195

Project Tools Revenue Metro 195

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JUNE 2, 2023

Starkweather Association Services’ shares best practices for change readiness that will help you understand and minimize the complications people bring to technology or any other change project. I’m telling you, change management chops will make a tremendous difference for projects and your career. 1 CMP credit. More info/register.

Technology 195

Technology Chicago Education System 195

Smooth The Path

JULY 14, 2020

During the past few months, I’ve been tossing out hundreds of hours of work to re-work projects to keep pace with the changes due to COVID. Members are feeling burned out in many professions, industries, and fields. But we can’t force our members to go on vacation or to stop worrying. How about you?

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Innovation Revenue Course Project 136

Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

To thrive as a modern association, leaders must be willing to embrace the change management process and accept the powerful role of innovative technology in advancing organizational goals. When it comes to adopting innovative technology to advance your organization’s goals, it’s crucial to understand your role in the process.

Tips 115

Tips Technology Innovation Survey 115

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MARCH 10, 2023

How to Personalize and Automate your Member Experience Despite technology that helps associations take some of the labor out of communicating with members, true custom member experiences still tend to require manual effort. Over the last 10 years the industry has seem the rise of platform-based systems.

Committee 195

Committee Education Software Technology 195

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JANUARY 15, 2021

Judges get an inside look at some of the most innovative and outstanding marketing, membership and communication projects and programs in the association profession. The deadline for ASAE members to apply for a judge spot is February 9, 2021. ExpoChat is a Twitter-based conversation on topics related to the trade show industry.

Innovation 359

Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

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APRIL 26, 2019

Every corner of your business is impacted by technology: human resources, hiring, finance, operations, communications, and member engagement. Learn how associations can embrace the 4th industrial revolution, and how you can roadmap your way to success, navigating the unique realities of technology. Location: Ottawa, Ontario.

Social Media 170

Social Media Arizona millennials Proposal 170

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MAY 10, 2019

Its speed, capacity, and dramatically reduced power consumption and communications response times, or “latency,” will make possible an astonishing range of innovative new products and services. What Makes Nonprofit Tech Projects Succeed? Hear about industry trends and fresh ideas to inform your sponsorship strategy. Host: ASAE.

DC 170

DC FAQ Member Experience Project 170

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MAY 7, 2021

WBT Systems read through four recent research reports to discover what association execs and members are saying about the pandemic’s impact on associations, the future outlook, and their take of innovation—I especially liked those findings from Mary Byers. Navigating Hybrid Events: What We Can Learn From Years of Experience.

Technology 370

Technology St. Louis Strategy Products 370

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JUNE 9, 2023

.* – Volunteer Engagement Best Practices for Chapter-Based Organizations | Coffee with Innovators: Association Design Circle You will be interested in this topic if you engage with volunteers in any way. But We Want Your Sponsorship How can an association build non-dues revenue and member engagement all at once? More info/register.

Revenue 205

Revenue Content Chicago Leadership 205

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

This concept comes from the corporate training world, but WBT Systems explains how you can tweak this idea to bring some learning buzz and momentum to your industry or profession. The 2017 Tax Act added a new incentive for investors to fund projects and activities in low-income communities. Who doesn’t like low-hanging fruit?

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Innovation Technology DC Tips 190

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MAY 29, 2020

The Online News Association is turning their conference into a virtual “ global journalism innovation festival.” Pivot Virtual Summit: Visioning a New Future for the Events Industry through Self Care, Innovation & Community. Virtual conference of the week. Jeff Cobb, Managing Director, Tagoras. Mon 6/1 at 12 p.m.

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San Diego Strategy Conference North Carolina 259

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MARCH 25, 2022

Check out the new page on my site, Association Brain Food Resources , dedicated to feeding your brain with information from our industry partners about association technology, membership, data management, cybersecurity, non-dues revenue, and more. A One-Two Punch: Innovative Member Benefits that Drive Revenue (NDaP Expert Series).

Revenue 195

Revenue Content Virginia Technology 195

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MARCH 5, 2021

This discussion will examine the intersectionality between the elements of change management, DEI principles, and online community management to design an equitable user experience. Website Redesign and Management: Straight Talk and Things to Know Before Starting Your Next Project. More info/register. Host: Community By Association.

North Carolina 370

North Carolina Certificate Strategy Case Study 370

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JUNE 24, 2016

Mon 6/27 at 1 p.m.* – Road to Innovation: Why the AMS Platform Supersedes All Else. Innovation today is moving at light speed and to deliver a world class member experience your association needs to be able to leverage a strong platform to take you there. Host: ASAE Innovation in Practice. More info/register.

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LMS Washington Cost Innovation 150

Elevating Engagement

MAY 12, 2023

Ten years ago, I started a qualitative research firm for the association industry. What are the things we are doing today that members think are valuable?” And so, through carefully crafted questions, I helped them figure out which strategies and innovations would improve each organization’s value.

Member Engagement 80

Member Engagement Project Innovation Strategy 80

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AUGUST 6, 2021

Does your association have a plan for keeping close ties with members who are in transition? How do you plan to engage more seasoned professionals who are entering your industry? Looking back from the last day of the decade: a thought experiment for association decision-makers. . Personalizing the Member Experience.

Revenue 195

Revenue Certificate Oklahoma City Strategy 195

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MARCH 12, 2021

I just read a new paper— The New Association Tech Ecosystem: Powering Member Experiences with Integration and Specialization —from Chris Gloede and Karen Power of Ricochet Advice and I suggest you do too, especially if you have technology or analytics decisions on the horizon. Innovation method. CAE credits. More info/register.

Nashville 370

Nashville LMS North Carolina Recruiting 370

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AUGUST 19, 2016

An association industry professional for more than 25 years, entrepreneur JP Moery’s favorite quote from racing legend Mario Andretti has seemingly set the course for his career path: “If everything seems under control, you’re just not going fast enough.” Planning and IT Project Management for Nonprofits. Host: Community IT Innovators.

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Price Social Media Email Marketing Innovation 150

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JULY 9, 2021

Charlene Li believes you need order to create change —not what you picture when thinking about innovative organizations. Another example of wishful thinking disguised as conventional wisdom: Claire Cain Miller at the New York Times says there’s no evidence that chance meetings at the office boost innovation. Order and change.

Rhode Island 195

Rhode Island Technology Strategy Member Engagement 195

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Emphasis on innovation. But here’s the thing: In today’s world, technical innovation is moving fast. From Tesla and Amazon to Salesforce and Apple, companies are stepping up the pace of technical innovation. And that speed of innovation sometimes results in “fails” like Tesla shattering an unbreakable window.

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Technology Innovation California Examples 78

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DECEMBER 7, 2018

Hear the 2018 award winners detail the process of carrying out their project, challenges and successes, and what made them decide to submit for the Gold Circle Award. See examples of eLearning courses, and get ideas and inspiration to take back to your own projects. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not product-centric.

Washington 186

Washington DC Library Tips 186

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APRIL 9, 2021

During the pandemic, MemberSuite noticed your already full plate was taking on additional tasks and projects so they’re sharing strategies to help you cope with an extremely heavy workload. Improve Your Member Experience with Smart Data Management. Website insight. More info/register. Lewis Flax of Flax Associates. 1 CMP credit.

San Diego 370

San Diego Revenue Strategy Content 370