Associations Now

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Holding a pitch competition can be a great way to not only highlight new innovations but also create a session that encourages thoughtful participation. To ensure success, associations should create a clear judging rubric and routinely improve the experience. the sharks”—and received feedback before one winner was selected.

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Smooth The Path

MAY 22, 2016

Everything from the pre-conference updates, to how attendees are greeted at registration, to what they do next after registration, these are all key to how members will respond in a innovative, new, highly participatory exercise you are testing out. Related: The stories members make up. Trust builds. Camaraderie builds.

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.orgCommunity

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

If you’ve been wondering whether your organization is ready for the digital future,orgCommunity’s Innovation Summit was the right place to find answers. For my colleagues who weren’t able to attend in-person or virtually, below are predictions, strategies and advice that caught my attention. Eva Montgomery , Sales Manager, CadmiumCD.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

Text Request explains how to create an SMS (text) strategy that aligns with your association’s marketing strategy. Member recruitment. Katrina Ciccarelli McAfee at Association Analytics shares a three-step strategy for improving new member acquisition. . More info/register. Host: Fridays@4 Mon 4/15 at 8 a.m.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Association membership in the modern age is all about providing people with real value on their terms, and strategically leveraging technology is an effective way to attract and retain those members who you’ll transform into your trusty advocates. Read the full case study for more details on their strategy and results.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Maybe your association is experiencing challenges, so you’re searching for strategies to empower your staff and enhance the member experience. Regardless of your large association’s situation, the Nimble AMS team is here to offer tips to measure your success and meet your future goals! Learn more

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Did you know that professionals in smaller organizations particularly identify member engagement, along with time and financial constraints, as their biggest challenges. This shows the urgent need for effective engagement strategies in today’s competitive landscape. Let’s dive in and discover how you can transform your community!

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 12, 2023

Recently, there has been a rise in for-profit organizations building “community” as part of their business strategy. Because of this, the associations don’t view themselves as traditional member-based organizations, so they are playing by different rules. Has your association experienced this latest trend? Know your competition.

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Associations Now

JULY 16, 2019

And many associations currently seeing membership growth are tapping into the power of innovation and optimism about the future. For associations experiencing declining membership or stagnant growth , Rossell says now is the time to inject new ideas into membership strategy. What membership trends are you experiencing?

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Strategies to use data to prepare your organization for AI The AI revolution is touching everything, nonprofit and member-based organizations included. This session featured experts on the latest Data + AI + CRM + Trust innovations. Accesses the trusted Nimble AMS + Salesforce ecosystem to inspire staff and member innovation.

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Smooth The Path

JUNE 14, 2016

The world is moving toward experiences … are associations focusing enough on member experiences? But what we are building with artificial reality is an internet of experiences.” The internet and big companies are all innovating fast to provide experiences because that’s the next new competitive edge.

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Here are some of the transformative strategies and innovations we see shaping the future of associations. As associations navigate through the aftermath of global challenges and the ever-changing expectations of their members, finding innovative ways to enhance financial stability and membership value is paramount.

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Association Freak

MARCH 2, 2024

Here are some of the transformative strategies and innovations we see shaping the future of associations. This reevaluation is leading to innovative membership options such as all-inclusive memberships, credit-based “gift card” memberships, and practice memberships, each designed to cater to diverse member needs and preferences.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Content Marketing Institute shares highlights from their conference, Content Marketing World , including a quote from their chief strategy advisor Robert Rose: “Content marketing is what marketing is becoming. It is no longer a weird experiment in some back room with a tiger team.” Content marketing. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 28, 2023

To guarantee your association thrives, you need to invest in the right technology for your staff and members. But how can you ensure your organization chooses the right association management software (AMS) to enhance your staff and member experience? Do so by ensuring your IT leaders are present at the strategy table.

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Protech

MAY 11, 2023

You know your members best, so make sure to tailor each of these strategies to their preferences. Now, let’s dive into these creative member engagement tactics. Use a member engagement app. This means that a majority of your members likely access your association’s website on their phones.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Fri 12/1 at 4 p.m.* – Association Discussion: The Future of Components Has your association’s component relations strategy evolved since the pandemic? Do you need to reimagine how to partner with your association’s chapters and member/special interest groups? I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric.

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Smooth The Path

AUGUST 4, 2016

I call these the innovators. The third worldview is a mix of the two, and is most prevalent, I feel I am able to be innovative and creative in certain circumstances while in other situations I am less able to pursue a seemingly risky path. It may be just what other members need to take their big step forward.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

. – Developing a Business Mindset for Nonprofits To increase your organization’s impact and further your mission, it might be time to adopt outside-the-box thinking and develop new strategies to catapult you forward. Member Engagement is an Art and a Science. 1 CAE credit. . 1 CMP credit. . More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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.orgCommunity

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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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

They describe nine strategies for marketing membership to Gen Z. Also worth your time 5 steps to gaining member acceptance, downloads, and engagement for your association’s mobile app. Mark Wallach, Engagement Mobile Strategies ) Ugly numbers from Microsoft and ChatGPT reveal that AI demand is already shrinking.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The resulting data will help associations understand the professional development landscape, plan learning strategy, and budget for learning programs. Content strategy. Tim Stoddart at Copyblogger shares five strategies for creating cornerstone (or pillar) content that readers and Google will love. AMS/CRM selection survey.

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Reid All About it

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. Content/education strategy. From Systems of Record to Systems of Action. 1 CAE credit.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 26, 2021

Association innovation. Mary Byers, CAE, CSP, in partnership with Loyalty Research Center, recently released a fascinating environmental scan on association innovation: Association Innovation Scan: The Association Professional’s Guide to Winning with Innovation. Intuitive innovation. That stinks. Wait, what?

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 26, 2024

It’s scary to think what might happen to chapters if they can’t find enough members to lead them. Billhighway discusses the causes of leadership succession issues and offers strategies for preventing volunteer burnout , a big problem for chapters. Leadership development for young members. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Nonprofit Management Series: Lesson from Organizational Strategies for Personal Growth Nonprofits and trade groups develop strategies to manage transition, solicit feedback from their community or members, and reassess priorities in response to outside trends. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2022

Xperience 2022, a virtual event spanning March 21-23, showcased special guests, key industry trends, inspiring stories, networking opportunities, and the latest in product innovation. For the American Society for the Surgery of the Hand (ASSH,) innovation is crucial in its race for relevance.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

GrowthZone shares strategies for selling your board (or boss) on the need for a new AMS. At Associations Now, Hannah Carvalho describes how a chapter of the American College of Physicians helped student members launch and run a podcast. Using data-driven insights and AI can help you be invaluable to your members. 1 CAE credit.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Custom software inspires a negative member experience. Your members chose your organization for your excellent member benefits. It’s time to start thinking about your software as a vital member benefit. When adopting an innovative AMS, choose one that offers the following options: .

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Reid All About it

JUNE 23, 2023

The resulting benchmark report shares key trends, benchmarks within six marketing categories (research/analytics, branding/strategy, marketing/SEO, UX design/content, technology and team dynamics)—with breakout benchmarks for associations, and recommendations for increasing your association’s marketing effectiveness. . 1 CAE credit.

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YourMembership

AUGUST 24, 2016

It’s a topic of frustration that was mentioned on the show floor by many members and association staff. Get a Tech Strategy to Get Innovative. Management & Strategy. Most organizations fell within the Functional and Effective stages, just below the top, Innovative. Association Data. Infrastructure.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

Read our blog for tips to communicate better with your board, empowering your board members to future-proof your association with a modern AMS. 3 ways to prepare for your next board meeting To ensure your board members focus on the larger picture and embrace your vision for future-proofing the association, follow these helpful strategies: 1.

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Far from being just another tech trend, AI has become a fundamental element of our strategic toolkit, revolutionizing how we interact with members, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions. In a competitive landscape, this ability to tailor marketing strategies can significantly impact membership growth.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

With proper practice, your organization can leverage your virtual community to drive engagement, boost retention, and attract new members. . Keep reading for three key tips to improve the member experience with your online community platform. How to drive member engagement and loyalty through your online community.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

Dean West at Association Laboratory wonders if he’s lazy, stupid or resilient (I’m not saying) and shares lessons about resilience that can guide your association’s strategy decisions. Hear strategies for addressing challenges you might face in your public affairs program and how to get more bang for your lobbying buck.

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Reid All About it

JULY 21, 2023

Fri 7/21 at 1 p.m.* – Cracking the Value Code: Uncovering Strategies for Pricing Your Learning Programs When you start taking a hard look at your learning product landscape, common conundrums around “value” and “pricing” often surface. What is IT’s accountability/role in developing overall strategy for their organization? 1 CAE credit.

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

The accelerating pace of technology innovation poses a significant risk to professional membership organizations,” the Digital Evolution Study [registration] says. “If If they don’t keep up, their member experiences will suffer, and the success of their organization could be in jeopardy.”.

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