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APRIL 5, 2024

TopClass LMS explains how to differentiate and add value to your association’s education programs by building a human touch into them. She recaps a case study presented at the Innovation Summit about the American Board of Medical Specialties’ use of the blue ocean strategy to expand their certification tool into new markets.

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JUNE 18, 2021

WBT Systems offers the wisdom of Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca on topics pertaining to life inside and outside of associations, such as lifelong learning, change management, leadership, making the best of crappy situations and living in the now. Board Leadership ( Chatting with Agnes & Cecilia). every Monday.

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WBT Systems

APRIL 25, 2017

Before the rise of social media and cloud computing, associations competed to attract new members — but only in a subtle “non-profit” sort of way. Recipients can display these badges on social media, websites, email signatures and online resumes. It’s different now. Badging Platform: Credly. Badging Platform: Acclaim.

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JANUARY 12, 2024

If you’re a regular reader of Association Brain Food, this post from TopClass LMS will be familiar ground for you. Unlike social media platforms, your association controls your mobile app platform—a tangible reminder of membership benefits. Member mobile app. Dirty data. with Zapier. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

TopClass LMS wants you to know about the coalition supporting legislation to extend the use of tax-exempt 529 savings plans to association credentialing programs. The Science of Executive Leadership: Training That Drives Organizational Results Neuroscience reveals that power changes the brain in surprising ways. Credentialing support.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

TopClass LMS explains why and how associations should step up their efforts and shares examples of associations who have. Another advantage of an app: it’s a centralized communication channel to your members, unlike social media platforms your association doesn’t own. Mobile apps. Member app. Member retention. to 4:30 p.m. –

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MARCH 12, 2021

Innovation method. WBT Systems introduces a new brainstorming and innovation tool: jootsing. Hear about best practices and innovations in using remote collaboration tools as well as technical support ideas for integrating and implementing file and data sharing across these platforms. Host: Event Leadership Institute.

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APRIL 12, 2019

To make many of the changes Mike suggests, you need more than technology, you need staff with an innovation mindset. WBT Systems identifies ten traits of an innovation mindset to cultivate at your association if you want to turn innovative ideas and strategies into reality. Amplify Education Experiences Through Social Learning.

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LMS Pennsylvania Innovation Education 276

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APRIL 14, 2023

TopClass LMS explains how your association can clear up the confusion and attract employers and learners to your digital badge programs—plus why you should do it sooner rather than later. A few recent studies revealed that employers and learners understand the benefits of digital badges. Fri 4/14 at 10 a.m. More info/register.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Inspired by Jeff De Cagna FASAE of Foresight First, TopClass LMS writes about an essential for association staff, executives, and volunteer leaders in these turbulent times: intentional learning —both doing it and selling it. Unlike social media, a mobile app serves as a centralized communication channel for your members.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

In order to do this, members must have the opportunity to communicate their concerns, interests, and feedback to the association leadership, helping to shape changes to education programs, based on their experience of learning and of applying learning in their professional careers. Telling your story and championing community value for you.

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JANUARY 11, 2019

Even though WBT is a learning management system (LMS) provider, not one of the trends and opportunities they highlight is about technology. I’ve been thinking a lot about #2 given all the disgust with social media platforms and privacy concerns, plus associations have a natural advantage there. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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MARCH 25, 2022

Many societies are currently focusing on DEI initiatives with their membership, leadership, and their staff. As digitization continues to reshape advertising and marketing, it’s time for associations to embrace content innovations and consumer retargeting marketing campaigns. Wed 3/30 at 11 a.m. – Fireside Chat). 1 CAE credit.

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JULY 21, 2017

LMS provider WBT Systems writes about instructional design innovations that associations could borrow from “ModPo” and a few other award-winning MOOCs. 9 Social Media Metrics to Monitor. Effective boards have a clear definition of strategy, as well as defined expectations of leadership roles, resources, and finances.

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MARCH 22, 2019

Integrating Your AMS & LMS: Bridging the Gap. Learn how to bridge the gap between your AMS and LMS by identifying key integration points and how to work with multiple vendors to accomplish a successful integration. Rosen, President of ML Innovations, Inc. More info/register. Host: Personify. Tue 3/26 at 12:30 p.m.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Over on the WBT Systems blog, three associations share their AMS-LMS integration stories including their challenges, lessons learned and benefits reaped. Presenters: Jim Clarke, CAE (introduction), senior vice president, public policy, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. Host: Personify. Wed 11/28 at 1 p.m. – 1 CMP credit.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Understand the board’s purpose, know the difference between staff and board roles and responsibilities, learn what to put in your board handbook, know how to talk about the board’s legal and fiduciary responsibilities, understand how to use different distribution channels (podcasts, videos, social media, etc.) 1 CAE credit.

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AUGUST 10, 2018

Social sharing has dropped by 50% since 2015 , which is making it more difficult to get eyeballs on your content. If a new learning management system (LMS) is in your future, find out from WBT Systems how an LMS business analyst contributes to the success of your project. Host: Community IT Innovators. Christopher S.

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.orgCommunity

MAY 9, 2019

You installed a new LMS, CMS and AMS; redesigned the website; migrated to the cloud; and purchased the latest computers, printers and tablets for your staff. These digital solutions enable inherently new types of innovation and creativity, rather than simply enhance and support traditional methods. Was it a digital transformation?

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

TopClass LMS highlights distinctive site features from several excellent examples. Leadership & Learning Series: The Generational Shift: Moving Forward Together Learn about the generational shift and what makes it unique at this point in history. The competition for talent is as tough as ever. Orthodox beliefs. CAE credit.

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AUGUST 17, 2018

You’re sure to find several useful ideas in a recent Billhighway post about helping your chapters build a leadership pipeline. Personius at Association Media & Publishing explains why you need to get rid of the tiresome platinum-gold-silver-bronze sponsorship tier model. How about building a better sponsorship pipeline too?

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JULY 8, 2022

They believe an API strategy is crucial to defining your association’s value proposition and taking the “rightful leadership position to steer your industry.”. Summer Series: Interviews with Innovators #1. What Fuels Us All: Technology Innovation in Associations and Why IT Matters. Does My AMS Have to Have a Bridge to My LMS?

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

When you implement new technology, like an AMS or LMS, you don’t usually meet the brainiacs behind the scenes who created the software and map out the future of that software. WBT Systems peels back the curtain to introduce the players on the LMS development team and explains how they decide which new features to develop. on Tue 9/25).

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APRIL 20, 2018

You might want to take a look at this post from LMS provider WBT Systems about the benefits of outsourcing instructional design. Anna Ruth Williams explains why thought leadership content works —and she has eight statistics to back up her argument. Social media metrics that matter. Sprout Social ). 1 CMP credit.

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APRIL 6, 2018

Get pointers on how to prepare a convincing business case for a new LMS or other technology. ( Tue 4/10 at 2 p.m.* – Innovation and Events. Find out how to optimize your email invitations, use videos to drive registration, more effectively leverage social media, and build a long-term audience. WBT Systems ). Host: ON24.

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APRIL 13, 2018

Last week, WBT Systems explained how to prepare a business case for a new LMS. Now they’re back with advice on how to present that persuasive case for a new LMS to decision-makers. From social media outlets to email and telemarketing, hear what works for other associations and tips to determine what’s right for you.

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Association Adviser

JUNE 30, 2016

I spoke with CEO of AGC Georgia Michael Dunham the other day about association leadership, career development and mentoring (see his Corner Office profile). Aley said he has noticed titles such as “ community manager,” “engagement specialist” and “LMS manager,” which is a byproduct of the online learning trend at many associations.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

A majority of Gen Xers and Boomers are also regular users of social media and smartphones. Whether it’s due to a merger, new leadership, changing audience demographics or to just keep pace with the competition, at some point all organizations come to the question: “Is it time re-brand?” Host: Community IT Innovators.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

Innovative events. Edelman surveyed nearly 3,600 management-level professionals who consume thought-leadership content so they could help marketers understand how to break through the noise , when to use thought leadership and what B2B audiences want to see from companies. Who can argue with that? Content marketing.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Tue 2/19 at 1 p.m.* – How to Use Social Media to Raise Money Online. Learn how to leverage your social media accounts to raise money and strengthen relationships with donors so they give again. Hear about current trends in the social media landscape that nonprofits need to understand. More info/register.

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MAY 1, 2020

WBT Systems describes some of what they’ve learned as an LMS provider over the years about online teaching in their tips for new virtual presenters and instructors. How is your association demonstrating leadership to its members and community? Presenter: Michael Granek, CSEP, President & COO of the Event Leadership Institute.

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North Carolina Revenue Strategy Education 273

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

Hear from a panel of experts about how MCI harnesses the power of innovation by combining technology, neuroscience, strategy, and creativity—where we showcase how we transform brands by elevating our customers’ events to unique and unforgettable experiences. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. Host: UST Education. Speaker: Dr. M.

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APRIL 24, 2020

Robert Skelton, CAE (moderator), chief administrative officer, ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. James Ellsmoor of Island Innovation. This event is free of charge thanks to the support of our platform provider, TopClass LMS by WBT Systems. How can associations use social media to impact legislative outcomes?

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North Carolina Survey Strategy Conference 243

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JUNE 14, 2019

Learn how data from an LMS can help determine future decisions for education programming and audience engagement options. Find out how to maximize social media exposure before, during and after the event. Presenters: Sheryl Shelton, Manager, B2B Marketing & Social Media, Hilton. Host: Community IT Innovators.

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OCTOBER 26, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Innovation isn’t about ideas. His advice and insights make this one of the better articles about innovation I’ve read. Army leaders use to bolster resilience can help associations gain a mental edge and drive innovation.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2022

This guide from Crimcheck for Associations explains how to do a proper, ethical, and fair social media screening on potential hires. Ask the Lawyer: Legal Trends in Association Leadership. It’s time for associations to ensure ethical leadership is aligned with DEI culture. Membership mindset. More info/register.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

TopClass LMS describes how assumptions about careers don’t always hold up now. At Texas SAE’s Association Leadership, Miguel Neves of Skift Meetings describes a human way to boost event networking: networking ambassadors. He saw the idea in action at the Social Media Market World conference. Career flux. Event networking.

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