Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

This is how you can prove your new member community will be a valuable technology investment. 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.

Social Media 254

Social Media Tools Member Engagement Revenue 254

GrowthZone

JANUARY 23, 2020

Today’s organizations are innovative, technologically savvy, and offer an incomparable list of member benefits. It’s a one-page pdf that associations can share on social media, post websites, include with emails, or feature in member newsletters. For young professionals, association membership matters.

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Newsletter Social Media Tips Committee 134

EventMobi: Association Events

JUNE 26, 2023

On a broad level, member engagement strategies can include: In-person and virtual live events Educational resources Volunteer opportunities Member engagement software Member appreciation efforts A member engagement strategy should be measurable, and ultimately aim to increase member participation in your organization. The solution?

Member Engagement 130

Member Engagement Strategy Software Social Media 130

Higher Logic

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Example 1: Newsletters. The days are gone where we could shove every piece of content into a growing newsletter and expect your audience to read it. One of the main vehicles associations use to engage their members is newsletters, but not every member is going to be interested in the same content. Interested in learning more?

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Newsletter Maine Content Examples 189

GrowthZone

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Our annual survey of association professionals reports repeatedly that a common concern is the increased pressure to recruit young members. Our 8-point guide, The Power of Young Professionals , tackles the challenge of engaging, recruiting, and retaining 20-somethings. Here are 10 takeaways: Use technology.

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Recruiting Recruitment Social Media millennials 78

Nimble AMS

MAY 13, 2021

So how can you recruit, reach, and retain members to achieve these strategic goals? You can maximize membership value by providing members with the connections and resources they care about most, year-round. Newsletters – Send a regular newsletter to keep members updated on new resources, industry news, and upcoming events.

Member Engagement 78

Member Engagement How To Newsletter Certificate 78

Reid All About it

JANUARY 21, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Membership survey. More info/register.

Survey 195

Survey Newsletter Price Technology 195

NXUnite

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Even if they say no to providing a matching gift, they may be a valuable resource to tap into for future fundraisers, such as sponsorship opportunities or silent auction item procurement.  Before you dive into your new campaign, make sure you’re working with the best fundraising technology so you can run your online campaign seamlessly.

Social Media 130

Social Media Proposal Newsletter Process 130

Higher Logic

MAY 8, 2019

If you send out different kinds of emails (newsletters, event information, system communications about your technology etc.) Resource: What is an Online Community? Resource: The 3 Best Data Points to Grab from Your AMS for Marketing Automation Campaigns. Smart segmentation will help you achieve more personalized outcomes.

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Tips Email Marketing Newsletter Communications 166

Freestone

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Now more than ever, members are turning to their professional associations for continuing education, certifications, and career advancement resources. By making learning flexible, you can also reach non-members, boosting recruitment and driving non-dues revenue.

LMS 52

LMS How To Certificate Learning Management System 52

Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… If you’re at the digitalNow conference next week and see me wandering around, please let me know you read Association Brain Food, you’ll make my day, plus I’d love to meet you if we’re not already acquainted. 1 CMP credit.

LMS 276

LMS Pennsylvania Innovation Education 276

Reid All About it

JANUARY 15, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. The ROI Member Recruitment Brochure: How to Create Brochures That Positively Influence Membership Decisions. Hear how technology can help you use your member data to drive strategy at your organization. ASAE Gold Circle Awards.

Innovation 359

Innovation Las Vegas Communications Education 359

Reid All About it

JUNE 25, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. They describe how the Association General Contractors of America shares this data with its chapters, provides resources to help them improve performance, and supports their growth with chapter leader training and development. More info/register.

LMS 361

LMS Revenue Tips America 361

Membersuite

JUNE 30, 2021

Association colleagues are telling us they’re having a tough time recruiting and retaining volunteers. Volunteer recruitment was already a problem before the pandemic—members were busy. Prioritize tasks so your recruitment efforts are focused on the most critical work. 5: Provide resources, support and TLC to volunteers.

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Leadership Strategy Committee Recruiting 133

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Must-read newsletters. I was happy to see Association Brain Food in Lead Marvel’s list of eight must-read newsletters for association professionals. Curated reading lists are the best, right? More info/register. More info/register. .

LMS 256

LMS Revenue Arlington Education 256

Reid All About it

JULY 16, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Usability testing is the latest version of that phenomenon—and it’s a good thing to learn about over on the Fionta blog since it solves lots of problems and increases the value of your technology investments. Newsletter suggestion.

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Revenue Video Strategy Industry 195

Reid All About it

MARCH 19, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. She explains how to assess your needs, identify where you’re depleted, and find resources and solutions, including setting boundaries. Two proven tips to increase your newsletter’s open and click rates. Association innovation.

LMS 370

LMS Nashville Strategy Video 370

Associations Now

APRIL 10, 2023

“We need to think about what need this community is solving for our members and how we can help them see it as the place to go to meet that need,” said Lauren Kelly, director of membership and community at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). They are a good resource of expertise.”

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Guidelines Newsletter Recruiting Recruitment 48

Fonteva

MARCH 19, 2020

When associations thrive, they see boosts in member recruitment and improved retention rates. Discover opportunities to recruit new members. Identify opportunities for technological innovation. Planning and hosting an association event is a resource-intensive initiative. Discover opportunities to recruit new members.

Tips 52

Tips Recruiting Recruitment Social Media 52

.orgSource

AUGUST 28, 2023

So how do you begin to tap this new resource? My first bit of advice is, don’t treat recruiting these experts casually. Thought leadership is a strategy that seems tailor-made for associations. After all, we are the home of professional experts. And our most ardent volunteers are typically people who love sharing knowledge.

Leadership 88

Leadership Social Media Case Study Industry 88

YourMembership

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

It was our opinion that these associations were in the greatest need of the help the technology we were building could provide. It is no secret that the pressures being driven by technology, competition, and the economy are forcing associations to address tough challenges concerning their existence. The Roadblocks to Success.

Case Study 150

Case Study Arizona Social Media Revenue 150

Socious

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Whether we’re talking about the internet revolution or the technology revolution in general, billionaire Scott Cook makes a good point. We’re still just getting used to having the internet, technology, and information at our fingertips. Since progress, and especially technology, never stands still, that shift is still in motion.

Membership Management 100

Membership Management Software Directory Library 100

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

I used to go online to quickly check my emails for anything important and I’d end up reading newsletters and community digests, moving onto Hootsuite, falling down the black hole of clicking on tweeted links, reading more articles, and oh why not just a glance at LinkedIn too, then more newsletters and suddenly hours have flown by.

Charlotte 150

Charlotte DC Washington Newsletter 150

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

I used to go online to quickly check my emails for anything important and I’d end up reading newsletters and community digests, moving onto Hootsuite, falling down the black hole of clicking on tweeted links, reading more articles, and oh why not just a glance at LinkedIn too, then more newsletters and suddenly hours have flown by.

Charlotte 150

Charlotte DC Washington Newsletter 150

Reid All About it

JULY 24, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Associations and the future of colleges. Learn the best way to use technology for virtual and hybrid events with tracks for event owners and planners. For many of us, the answer is a resounding “Yes.” Thu 7/30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. –

Montana 259

Montana Revenue Case Study Conference 259

MemberClicks

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Research competitors and events of interest for target audience Once you’ve identified your target audience, ask them about events and trade shows they have or plan to attend through a survey in your members-only area or next member newsletter. Pick the right trade show technology Technology is a key part of your trade show’s success.

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Tools How To Software Cost 52

Association Adviser

MARCH 22, 2019

The new norm is to have more work to do than can possibly be done with the current level of resources. What can association professionals do to make the most of the resources they have without leading to staff burnout? Changing technology can lead to the need for different skill sets. Tight labor market.

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Team How To Survey Review 77

Reid All About it

AUGUST 19, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Recruiting young members. The latest MGI report disclosed how poorly associations are doing with young member recruitment. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Technology Challenge Virtual Series.

Technology 43

Technology Software Cost Products 43

Aptify

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Thanks to its integration with other software in your technology ecosystem, your AMS helps you move prospects, customers, and members through the four stages of the marketing journey : attract, convert, close, and delight. But when they don’t, it’s time to think about a replacement. But is your AMS up to this job?

Marketing 56

Marketing Software Content Process 56

Spark Consulting

MARCH 6, 2014

A number of the studies cited in the whitepaper are of more recent vintage (see page 22, “Additional Resources”). Any tips on recruiting for larger commitment volunteering, like authoring a magazine article? Just as you do for membership, actively and intentionally recruit them for volunteer positions. How can we help them?

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millennials Certificate Project Committee 150

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Emily Kramer at the MKT1 Newsletter says your content will achieve its goals and make a greater impact if you plan its distribution upfront—and she explains exactly how to do that. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder, Event Technology Consulting.

Arlington 39

Arlington Technology Case Study Revenue 39

Reid All About it

MARCH 11, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Past surveys revealed predictive variables that helped advocacy professionals wisely invest their time and resources in strategies and tactics that lead to legislator influence. Host: Association Women Technology Champions. Guest: Kerri L.

LMS 195

LMS Revenue Los Angeles Newsletter 195

Association Success

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Tap that resource by rethinking programs, products and services to make room for meaningful member contribution. Can your members easily submit op-eds or articles to your blog or newsletter? Could you immortalize a live chat about the way a new technology is impacting members as an enduring e-pub for the benefit of others?

Case Study 74

Case Study Process Tools Newsletter 74

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Vendor member education. A few of them might surprise you, but they’re essential for technology project success. Our topic is the indispensability of technology in associations. Hybrid workplace worries. Volunteer leaders. 1 CAE credit. .

LMS 40

LMS Video Technology Revenue 40

Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. CEO Update LIVE: Recruiting.

Content 39

Content Education Recruiting Recruitment 39

MemberClicks

AUGUST 9, 2022

Success could be about: Registering a set number of attendees Recruiting new members Earning more revenue Connecting with new sponsors. Research showed that about two-thirds (67%) of organizers say that it is challenging to ensure they have the right technology to create a smooth experience.

Tools 52

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Associations Now

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

As marketing technology advances and member habits evolve, the power of inbound marketing continues to grow. Martin says typical association content—magazines, newsletters, whitepapers, research reports, and however those are sliced and diced for social media—only gets people to the top of the marketing funnel.

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