Membership Marketing

MARCH 13, 2024

Two terms are regularly used. Some call the effort a renewal notice or statement; others use the term invoice and put that wording on the piece. A company presents an invoice to a buyer to prove they purchased a product or service and includes the terms of the transaction and the amount paid.” [i] Words matter.

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Spark Consulting

MAY 9, 2022

People’s expectations of our organizations are influenced by their consumer experiences – mass customization and personalization, paying only for what you want, on demand services, subscription models, free and freemium models, and the sharing economy. How have things changed? That may not be fair, but it is a fact. I do get it.

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Ungrated

JULY 7, 2023

Community associations are familiar with the challenges associated with long-term home rentals and have become well acquainted with short-term rentals over the past few years, but a new trend in the sharing economy has been making waves recently: rentals for residential components such as swimming pools. million in funding.

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NXUnite

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Fortunately, there’s a growing group of investors who are passionate about more than just making money—they want to make a difference. In a world where profit meets purpose, impact investors are reshaping the business landscape by investing capital into startups and small companies dedicated to making a positive difference. What is impact investing?

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 4, 2018

They’ll help you choose platforms that work for your association and vendors who will be long-term, supportive partners. More importantly, the size and diversity of your team will affect what you need in terms of usability. We’ve worked with hundreds of associations while they were knee deep in this process.

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NXUnite

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

of nonprofits increased their staff workloads to meet rising demands for services last year. Let’s start by exploring exactly why staff training is so important to your nonprofit’s long-term success. The more competent they feel in their roles, the more likely they’ll be to stick around for the long term.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2023

Starkweather Association Services explains how to prepare your team for any project involving change , which is most projects these days. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. Oprah Winfrey Online programs. Membership trends.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 15, 2023

PYMNTS reports that Tinder is promoting short-term subscriptions for Gen Z. If Gen Z is hesitant to invest in year-long association memberships, maybe a short-term subscription is a better option. If Gen Z is hesitant to invest in year-long association memberships, maybe a short-term subscription is a better option.

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Achurch

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ticking those checkboxes may help you choose a technology or service that will work for the short-term, and maybe even get you through the year. To find a long-term technology solution, however, there are a few other considerations you’ll want to factor in before making the big decision: Involve the right people.

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Spark Consulting

APRIL 2, 2019

They need to establish themselves as trusted partners to your members, resources that can provide the services and solutions your members need to run their businesses, or operate in their professions, successfully. Is it short-term and transactional or long-term and loyal? One piece of that is access.

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Clowder

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Alexandria, VA (December 7, 2023) — Advanced Solutions International (ASI), a leading global provider of cloud software and services for associations and non-profits — and the developers of the iMIS Engagement Management System (EMS) — announced today that it has acquired Alexandria, VA-based Clowder®. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

According to this study by Social Science & Medicine, volunteers are also more likely to use preventative health care services, revealing that: People who volunteered were 47% more likely to get cholesterol checks and 30% more likely to get flu shots than those who didn’t volunteer. Well, that plays a role here, too. This is huge.

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HighRoad Solution

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Whether you’re setting annual performance goals, making changes to association programming , or moving into a new membership service, no decision should be made without first examining the previous years’ data.

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Associations Now

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Data indicates that associations aren’t on the right path and haven’t been for quite some time in terms of membership disengagement and decline.” We’ve all become more careful, conscientious consumers, we’re demanding a greater return on investments, we’re shopping around, and there’s more accessibility to more services.”

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Freestone

APRIL 11, 2024

Read our blog to discover how your continuing education program can repurpose content from live events, drive long-term revenue, and attract new learners. However, when you repurpose content from your live events, you can save your organization time and money while reaching new learners. What does it mean to repurpose content?

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Associations Now

JANUARY 30, 2024

Earlier this month GRA announced its participation in #86TheStigma, a campaign created along with Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities and Giving Kitchen, a nonprofit that supports food-service workers in need. The rate of overdose deaths is worryingly high—about 130 deaths for every 100,000 workers.”

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 12, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Free education. If you’re a regular reader of Association Brain Food, this post from TopClass LMS will be familiar ground for you. Need to reignite your spark? Scientific society events. At Locus, Cory Doctorow says, “Of course AI is a bubble.” Dirty data.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Buyers are well educated on products and services, including your competitors, and frequently work in teams. Sales pros have to understand that B2B buyers don’t want vendors anymore, they want long-term partners. For this to work, however, you can’t just pay lip service to the idea of a relationship. B2B sales can be tough.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Study interviewees shared the importance of defined, long-term planning that encompasses the current and future state of the industry and organization. Consider these factors as you make a strategic plan for long-term success: 1. Member-centric How would you measure your association’s commitment to your members?

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Spark Consulting

MAY 15, 2019

Some suppliers want long-term loyal relationships with the association and are deeply invested in the overall good of the profession or industry you serve. She’s likely going to want to maintain a long-term, loyal relationship with your association throughout. Board service is likely to be a sticking point.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Nimble Communities now offers six more automations within committees, events, and volunteer opportunities, to provide additional value. We’re also increasing security and building an inclusive community wi thin Nimble Communities, updating our terms of service to protect your members and your association. Enhanced domains.

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Association TRENDS

AUGUST 24, 2023

Topics included everything from non-dues revenue sources and operating budgets, to new service offerings and diversity practices. Download the 2023 report to see how your association compares in terms of: Click here to. The results showed a number of interesting trends impacting today’s associations.

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Association Freak

MARCH 2, 2024

Forward-thinking associations are redefining their value propositions to ensure their long-term sustainability and relevance. This year’s association outlook underscores the necessity to adapt and thrive amidst these changes. Here are some of the transformative strategies and innovations we see shaping the future of associations.

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Ngage Management

MARCH 15, 2024

An AMC specializes in providing comprehensive management services tailored to meet the unique needs of associations, allowing them to thrive and grow without the hassle of day-to-day administrative tasks. This is where an Association Management Company (AMC) steps in to alleviate the burden and streamline operations.

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NXUnite

MARCH 22, 2024

For event planners at an association, nonprofit, or other organization, investing in the right event management software can streamline many of your tasks, making your job easier. It also ensures your organization has ongoing access to data that you can use to guide your future decision-making. Here’s how to make the best decision before you invest.

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Association Freak

MARCH 1, 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutes In the evolving landscape of 2024, associations face a pivotal moment characterized by significant shifts in membership dynamics, economic pressures, and technological advancements. This year’s association outlook underscores the necessity to adapt and thrive amidst these changes.

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Associations Now

DECEMBER 11, 2023

An expert shares how to develop a meaningful survey and then use the results to build products and services that deliver. Knowing the issues members are seeing on the horizon and what they’re looking to accomplish, associations can then start making connections to their current products and services.

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AvidXchange: Association Management

JULY 13, 2023

Still, they’re under pressure to keep fees low while delivering the same services and amenities their homeowners have come to expect. As a result, some community association management businesses are turning to technology to help lower overhead. The community association management (CAM) industry is caught between a rock and a hard place.

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MatrixG

MAY 1, 2024

Because post-pandemic, I know that we can’t go back to offering our clients the same old services, in the same old way. So how do we stay relevant and continue to partner with our clients to create new services and amazing journeys for their members? Doing THAT would be the fastest way to planned obsolescence.

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Ungrated

APRIL 30, 2020

Millions of homeowners are facing or will face short- and long-term economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. Once the terms of the repayment plan have been negotiated, it should be signed by the homeowner and the board of directors, documented in writing, and approved by the board. Many have already been furloughed or laid off.

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Ungrated

MAY 5, 2023

Another challenge that community associations face in implementing electric vehicle charging is the process of paying for, servicing, and administering stations, but there are several strategies that can be taken to maximize efficiency and minimize cost. As electric vehicle adoption continues to rise in the U.S.,

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

One of the things I thought we could be doing better was to be more intentional about the programs and services that deliver member value and how we deliver that value.” One of the things I thought we could be doing better was to be more intentional about the programs and services that deliver member value and how we deliver that value.”

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Ungrated

APRIL 9, 2020

Millions of workers have been laid off or placed on unpaid leave, and several industries are bracing for long-term financial effects. Due to the evolving nature of the pandemic, it’s difficult to predict the long-term financial impact to community associations. “If COVID-19’s rapid spread has halted economic activity around the world.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

The "Terms and Conditions" screen pops up with all sorts of words that don't make much sense to you. Unfortunately, this likely includes our community's Terms and Conditions/Rules and Etiquette/Community Guidelines. 8 Ways to Update (and Enforce) Community Terms & Conditions. Offer separate communities for promotion.

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Higher Logic

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

What comes to mind when you think about the term “data science”? And during his Super Forum keynote last month, Brad cleared up some of the confusion around data science, explaining what the term means and how organizations can start using it. Most services were personalized in the past simply because we had to do things one at a time.

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Associations Now

MARCH 3, 2023

The Snow and Ice Management Association’s online office hours and “valet service” are designed to remove barriers for those creating or renewing memberships. We’re definitely servicing more and better than we ever have before. As members jump in, we’ll assist,” said Birch. “We

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Higher Logic

APRIL 11, 2019

For B2B Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies, investing in customer success isn’t optional – or, at least it shouldn’t be, at this stage in the game. 80% of customers say the experience a company provides is as important as its products and services [ Salesforce ]. And our expectations are rising (thanks to Amazon).

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