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APRIL 5, 2024

The Round 1 application process for the 2024 Mighty Big Grant is open through April 30 and takes no more than 5 minutes to complete. TopClass LMS explains how to differentiate and add value to your association’s education programs by building a human touch into them. AI vs human interactions. 2024 membership pains. Dull new world.

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JANUARY 26, 2024

TopClass LMS has a solution for empty volunteer pipelines: leadership development cohort programs. They also provide a checklist for implementing an effective mentoring program or enhancing an existing one. 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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Membersuite

APRIL 23, 2021

An association management software (AMS) implementation is a big project. Big” becomes “huge” when you pair an AMS implementation with a content management system (CMS) or learning management system (LMS) implementation. Implementing more than one system simultaneously requires careful planning and coordination.

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JULY 21, 2023

But TopClass LMS/WBT Systems describes ten skills your members need to learn right now. As someone who’s always thinking about my next meal, Jeffrey Cufaude speaks to my heart (yes, my stomach too) when he encourages facilitators not to overlook food when planning a program. The next edition will go live on Friday, August 4.

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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. He takes a data-oriented approach to planning, measuring, and improving retention practices. Mobile apps. Bulletin describes how a member app helps you nurture member engagement. Member retention.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

TopClass LMS explains why you should keep the conversation going and the community gathering after a course, conference or educational program ends. Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Post-program campaigns. CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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APRIL 12, 2024

TopClass LMS shares 15 tactics for keeping your attendees’ interest and attention. Katrina Ciccarelli McAfee at Association Analytics shares a three-step strategy for improving new member acquisition. 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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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Inspired by a Non-Dues-a-Palooza workshop presented by Lori Zoss Kraska of Growth Owl , TopClass LMS explains how to partner with a company’s CSR team on sponsored education programs that align with both your missions. This time, before adding collards, my pan included bacon, red onion, carrot, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Armentrout CAE, DelCor Technology Solutions, HighRoad Solutions, PerByte, and Qiqo—have put together a “powerhouse panel” and “expert-led sessions.” Selecting and implementing an AMS is not for the faint of heart. The conveners—501Works, Achurch Consulting, Barbara J. Intentional learning. More info/register. More info/register.

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APRIL 30, 2021

They provide the steps of a shutdown ritual in case you want to try it yourself. Multi-system implementation. I’ve heard a few friends talk about implementing more than one system this summer. I think one had an AMS, CMS, and LMS project on the horizon. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

After an informative discussion in ASAE Collaborate, TopClass LMS was inspired to introduce the Open Space event format to those who can’t access the forum. Email Address: Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Open Space event design.

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AUGUST 18, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests offering peer-to-peer online learning programs. Strategic planning. Vista Cova’s white paper, Strategic Frameworks: The Future of Strategic Planning , explores how association executives are working with strategic plans in the post-COVID environment. It’s a must-read. Mentoring programs.

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AUGUST 11, 2023

TopClass LMS suggests your association offer management training programs for industry professionals. A few of them might surprise you, but they’re essential for technology project success. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Guest: Sarah Lewis, Senior WordPress Developer at Yoko Co. Change management.

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OCTOBER 1, 2021

Women in technology. Why get an LMS. Your association survived the pandemic without an LMS, you’re returning to in-person meetings, and the budget isn’t looking so good. Why the heck would you even think about getting an LMS ? Keep her advice in mind as you’re planning in-person conferences too. Quick hits.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

MCI invites you to participate in its AI benchmark survey , a 3-minute pulse survey about the integration of AI technologies within your organization and your members’ interest and aptitude for AI. This is essential reading for understanding trends in membership recruitment, engagement, renewal, dues, value propositions, and more.

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JULY 30, 2021

Teri Carden—founder of ReviewMyAMS and AMS Fest—is bringing both groups together for a day of learning and sharing on September 23, plus some fun, of course, the night before. A powerful new approach to changing someone’s mind—useful for system implementation, process improvement, presenting a business case for technology, etc.

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

Strategic plan. Jamie Notter of Propel says it right up front so no spoilers here: “to make your strategic plan a living document , you re-write it every three months, and you let everyone in the organization edit it.” Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Who can argue with that? Who can argue with that?

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JUNE 26, 2020

Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: Associations need new skills for a new era. If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link before Wednesday evening the week before it’s scheduled. Moery, The Moery Company ). How the pandemic put a magnifying glass on sponsorships.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2018

It’s not too late to implement some of the advice provided by Fíonta on their blog. In the braggadocio department, I got a shout-out for my Twitter stream from Hubb in their 10 Essential Online Resources for Association Professionals. But most will agree that recruitment and retention feels tougher now than ever before.

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JANUARY 21, 2022

Learn more about the application process, including tips for a successful submission and insider knowledge about what the judges seek, during a 1/28 webinar—details below. 5 steps to gaining member acceptance, downloads, and engagement for your association’s mobile app. (J. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting.

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

WBT Systems describes 12 essentials for frugal innovation , the only kind your budget probably allows. If you’re thinking about doing a content audit as preparation for developing a content strategy, Hilary Marsh shares a content audit planning worksheet and issues to consider before diving in. AMS considerations. Content audit.

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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. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Host: Abby Mund, AM Planning.

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MemberClicks

JUNE 13, 2023

The first step in creating a unique experience for each persona is identifying the personas within your association. It’s important to know your audience before implementing strategies to give new members benefits. What technology are you utilizing to give your members a better experience? Who are your members?

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. How we manage our career and go about finding work has radically shifted due to emerging technologies and constantly changing economic conditions. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI. Tue 1/24 at 12 p.m. 1 CAE credit.

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JANUARY 20, 2017

For me, the big change was simple and obvious – no Internet before noon. How we manage our career and go about finding work has radically shifted due to emerging technologies and constantly changing economic conditions. Find out the five key steps to assure measurable cost savings and ROI. Tue 1/24 at 12 p.m. 1 CAE credit.

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JUNE 17, 2016

If you’d like me to list your future webinar, please send me the information before Thursday for inclusion in the following week’s list. Meeting planners need to stay on top of technological advances, corporate initiatives, budget restrictions, attendee expectations, meeting innovations and organizational goals or risk becoming obsolete.

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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. Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: A comprehensive list of COVID-19 resources for associations. Virtual presenters. And what else?

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FEBRUARY 10, 2023

You put a ton of effort into planning, promoting and hosting a conference, but once it’s over, you watch as attendees drift away. Nowadays, if you’re involved in a technology selection or implementation project, you must understand APIs , unless you’re okay with letting your software live in a silo. More info/register.

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

WBT Systems continues its series on project management basics for accidental project managers —otherwise known as the education, membership, communications or marketing directors who get saddled with overseeing LMS, AMS or other technology implementations. The 11 Essential Legal Issues That Every Board Director Should Know.

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Leading Learning

AUGUST 20, 2020

Don’t get bogged down by the technology. We know from many years of helping organizations select technology platforms that it is very important to compare apples to apples—or, at the very least, be aware when you are comparing apples to oranges. Virtual Conference Platform Categories. Event Tech Group (Community Brands).

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

AMS implementation. Impexium describes three crucial principles that most associations and vendors overlook during an AMS implementation —things that will make your life a lot more difficult. No plan, no progress. Learn about the ethical and legal considerations related to certification processes. Member renewals.

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JULY 14, 2023

You’re more likely to go to the gym if you’re following a workout plan designed by a trainer, right? Likewise, members and customers are more likely to attend education programs when they’re following a professional learning plan. They suggest questions to ask before terminating a program and offer advice for the sunsetting process.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Lead Marvels has a seven-step guide and scorecard to help you evaluate which non-dues revenue solutions best align with your organizational mission. Email Address: Subscribe If you have a free webinar or event coming up, please send me the link by Wednesday afternoon the week before it’s scheduled. Non-dues revenue. to 3:20 p.m.

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JULY 19, 2019

Some quick hits before we get to next week’s free webinars: Speaking of vendors… How associations can transform sponsors into thought leaders. 4 Steps to Creating a Team to Deliver on Your Mission. Presenter: Timothy LaFleur, CMP, Director, Event Technology, Information Services, Meetings & Incentives Worldwide.

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MARCH 18, 2022

MemberSuite explains how associations can take advantage of the opportunities in the booming credentials market by adopting agile processes, partnering with member companies, tuning up marketing campaigns, and more. 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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NOVEMBER 2, 2018

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I thought I knew a lot about gathering requirements for new technology, so how did I miss the boat on business requirements? Off-topic: Check out my Grabbing the Gusto blog for posts about the recipes I’ve made recently or plan to make soon.

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OCTOBER 26, 2018

A few quick hits before we get to this week’s list of free webinars: What digital, tech and web trends are going to be hot or not in 2019? Off-topic: Check out my Grabbing the Gusto blog for posts about the recipes I’ve made recently or plan to make soon. Learn to identify the most essential clauses to include in a meeting contract.

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