Association Freak

AUGUST 31, 2023

Reading Time: 5 minutes This article first appeared in Associations Now as “ Five Breakthroughs in Membership Marketing “ It's Time for a Breakthrough in Membership Marketing Traditional membership marketing is predictably low return and has stayed the same for years. This is even more important than you might think.

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CMA Solutions

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

When it comes to marketing, plenty of things have changed in a short amount of time. In 2023, we will see more inclusion in all forms of marketing, especially advertising. Brand Marketing Strategy 2023: Create More Memorable Experiences World-class customer experience is everything. The channels are similar but more advanced.

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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. Step 7: Market, market, market!

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MemberClicks

OCTOBER 27, 2023

According to Wyzowl’s State of Video Marketing 2023 , in 2016 only 61% of businesses used video in their marketing strategy. Proportional to their use of video marketing, in 2016 only 76% of businesses saw good ROI on their video investment. Why is Video Marketing So Effective for Associations? Currently, 137.4K

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

I’d love to see that phrase in membership marketing copy. Unlike social media platforms, a mobile app is controlled by your association and serves as a tangible reminder of the value of membership. Gen Z and millennial marketing. Here’s some help for marketing more effectively to younger generations. 1 CAE credit.

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Aptify

JULY 1, 2021

Membership recruitment is a never-ending project. So, what strategies guide your plan for recruiting these new members? So, what strategies guide your plan for recruiting these new members? And what tactics will you use to achieve your recruitment goals? How to create a membership recruitment strategy. Get it now.

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Association Briefings

OCTOBER 19, 2020

When executed properly, social media is one of the best tools for an association to create an industry “brand” that’s seen as an informational authority. Here are seven social media tips to keep your followers excited about your organization’s social channels. In 2020, over , 3.6 In 2020, over , 3.6

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YourMembership

MAY 15, 2012

Corporate + Social. Add-On Products. But like many other membership-based organizations, the Moose often finds itself riding through the peaks and valleys of member recruitment. Generally, its membership drive relies on existing members sticking around year after year and reaching out to recruit their friends to join, too.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 5, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Apply for a marketing/branding grant. In honor of their 25th anniversary, Mighty Citizen is giving away $100,000 in marketing and branding services. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Gamification at events.

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Higher Logic

JUNE 5, 2018

If you are under the impression that “set it and forget it” is a successful strategy for using marketing automation software, I release you from this spell. People will say one of the benefits of marketing automation software is that you can simply put the software in action and then let your automated campaigns go their merry way.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Marketing. Emotional marketing appeals to your audience’s ego and desire to feel and look connected and smarter. TopClass LMS explains how to use emotional marketing triggers to persuade people to register for an educational program or conference.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Membership retention is an organization’s ability to keep its members active following recruitment and onboarding. Acquiring new members comes with upfront costs, especially those tied to marketing. Use multiple streams of communication (email, social media, paper mail, etc.), Why does member retention matter?

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Membership Marketing

JANUARY 4, 2023

With the New Year, it is time to evaluate what worked and what did not in your membership marketing efforts. Here are five of the common membership marketing impediments. Undefined Value Proposition Presenting a clear value proposition is foundational to membership marketing. But this year, why not try a different approach?

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

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. Nominate your new product, member program, partnership success, or organizational change that propels your association toward its mission.

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NXUnite

JANUARY 12, 2024

Product fundraiser Kids will get especially excited about fundraising when they see tangible results in return for their contribution. In addition to selling products to people in your church, you can also encourage older kids to do the selling. Parents’ night out Give parents a break by allowing them to take a night for themselves.

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YourMembership

APRIL 24, 2014

Throughout the show our guests had the opportunity to attend sessions focused on business, marketing and association management best practices. This week we’ve put together a summary of the most powerful association marketing recommendations that our thought leaders discussed in their presentations. Utilize NeuroMarketing Strategies.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Marketing to younger generations. Trying to figure out how to market more effectively to Gen Z and millennials? James Young at Product Community says you need “ a world-class value proposition ” for your association and for each product or experience. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric.

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Membership Marketing

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Using Social Media to Recruit Staff. Labels: Social Media. Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report.

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YourMembership

APRIL 24, 2012

Corporate + Social. Add-On Products. April 24th, 2012 | Posted in Member Engagement + Retention , Social Media and Business Trends. Not all organizations are wringing their hands in worry; some are tackling the education piece with a marketing campaign usually seen by Fortune 500 companies. Associations.

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Optimist Consulting

MAY 31, 2016

I was delighted to recently present at CHASE on how to develop your membership marketing strategy and plan. Firstly, identify your product/service lines. How can you promote these product/service lines? Consider which channels you will use to promote your products and service lines. Publications. Governance issues.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

In order to recruit new members, associations need to provide a unique value proposition , something compelling enough that people see value in paying for membership on their own or asking their company to sponsor their membership. Objection 2: Social Media. Example: “It would be much easier to create a social media group.

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Association Adviser

MAY 20, 2014

It shows all too clearly that social media is still considered a broadcast medium by many associations. Too many associations still treat social media as a one-way broadcast medium and are missing great engagement and intelligence-gathering opportunities from members. percent agree); member recruitment (10.8

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Associations Now

JUNE 14, 2017

Social media platforms introduce and update features seemingly almost daily. Keeping up with the latest product developments and figuring out how best to deploy them can be tricky—especially when you have to figure in how a diverse audience of millennials uses these platforms. Also: Tips for delivering a perfect pep talk.

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Socious

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

For me (and many other marketers), it’s logging in to my marketing software and checking the day’s stats. That’s true of most marketers because, in general, marketing is usually broken down into just three goals: Attract people. Your essential systems are the ones that help you systematize marketing to current customers.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

This study investigates more than 60 factors influencing members across six domains, including economic, technology and market psychology. MemberSuite explains the benefits for associations and employers as well as tips for planning, marketing and producing the event. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 12, 2024

Unlike social media platforms, your association controls your mobile app platform—a tangible reminder of membership benefits. Your sleep and work quality/productivity depend on the right answer. I’m happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. More info/register (ASAE Marketing Professionals Community).

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 15, 2023

They describe the seven steps of starting a successful association mentoring program from pre-evaluation and research to planning, design, recruitment, matching, training, support, and evaluation. He saw the idea in action at the Social Media Market World conference. Board responsibilities. Gen Z and subscriptions.

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Blue Sky eLearn

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

However, whether increasing non-dues revenue or new member recruitment, it’s just as important that your organization follows through with these goals. Manage registration, marketing efforts, and product add-on revenue all through your main database. Email marketing software. Social media platforms.

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Membership Marketing

MARCH 8, 2012

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Fundraising with Social Media. Labels: Social Media. There is no doubt that social media efforts can be a challenge.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 25, 2021

Amanda Milligan, Content Marketing Institute ). I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric. Fri 6/25 at 11:30 a.m.* – DEI Practitioners Social Hour: Why Is It So Hard to Talk About Race? Michelle Brien, VP of Marketing and Product Strategy for TopClass LMS by WBT Systems. Quick hits.

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Membership Marketing

APRIL 12, 2012

Membership Marketing Blog. Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. News on Social Media and Membership Marketing. Labels: 2012 Benchmarking Survey , Social Media , Social Networking.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 18, 2021

I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product centric. Hear about how associations need to shift their mindset on recruiting, training and education; workforce trends that will shape the future labor market; and why retaining employees is more important than ever?. More info/register. More info/register.

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Associations Now

APRIL 1, 2013

Do you trust them to help you out when it comes to recruiting new members? That, and more, in today’s Social Media Roundup: Says Who? Word of mouth can be an important tool, especially when recruiting new members. Ekaterina Walter, global social innovation strategist at Intel, knows what that’s like.

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Associations Now

JUNE 25, 2015

A new report on social media use among associations shows they have grown increasingly more comfortable in using social media over the last couple of years. Overall, organizations are becoming not only smarter in their use of social media but braver. Here’s a look at that finding and more.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Despite its negatives, there are still serendipitous benefits in engaging on social media. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Recruitment & Retention: How to Overcome the Great Resignation. Consumers are used to quickly signing on with their social media and email accounts.

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Reid All About it

MAY 19, 2023

Aaron Terr at Persuasion makes a free speech case for Section 230 , which prevents owners of social media platforms and online communities from being sued for user-generated content. Politicians want to beat up on social media platforms because people are saps, but what are the downstream effects? More info/register.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 3, 2021

70 content ideas for social media posts. Kat Sullivan, Marketing Solved ). I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not too product-centric. Donna Sanford (moderator), Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Ascend Media. Find out how to think about your events through a product development lens.

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