Sequence Consulting

MARCH 21, 2025

In this article, well explore four ways association events can boost member retention, offering actionable insights to help your association design events that enhance engagement and long-term membership value. One of the most powerful ways to boost retention is through association events.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 17, 2025

A recent article in the Sloan MIT Management Review highlights how this approach has worked out at the toy company Lego. Their credentials and certifications offer a path to encourage their development. Unsurprisingly given its business, the philosophy is rooted in a sense of play.

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HighRoad Solution

APRIL 30, 2025

Its now wrapped around education, thought leadership, and presencebut impact and intentionality are spot on in these partnerships. He also stresses the value of thought leadership and collaboration: Even if we dont partner together, collaborating and creating a safe environment for buyers is still a win.

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JANUARY 3, 2020

Guest: Cathy Pales, Executive Leadership Coach. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. In trying to address serious gig economy labor issues, legislators are destroying the professional lives of freelancers, like me, who choose to work for themselves. Tue 1/7 at 12 p.m.

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AUGUST 15, 2017

You can make the event even more special by including your conference’s keynote speakers, industry experts, and your own leadership and board members. Take plenty of photos and highlight them in slideshows in your online community or an article in your print newsletter to extend post-event engagement. Want to do even better?

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APRIL 2, 2021

I followed a quasi-recipe from the late actor (and amazing cook from what I’ve heard) Vincent Schiavelli—the recipe is at the bottom of this article. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Host: Event Leadership Institute. I know I’ll make it again and again.

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MatrixG

JANUARY 22, 2025

Listen to this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Less investment in associations : Private equity firms frequently provide internal training, certifications, and resources, diminishing the perceived need for association offerings. Share insights with boards and leadership to align strategies.

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Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

We needed an intranet that would do the typical heavy lifting – benefits information, leadership messaging – but also one that enabled conversations,” said Nancy. There are posts for Motivation Monday, Tip Tuesday, and Wellness Wednesday, as well as daily articles posted using the blog tool. A One-Stop Shop for Information.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 31, 2017

Two recently recently published articles in Associations Now magazine reference the report “ Tech Success for Associations ” and challenge associations to: think strategically about how they use technology to serve their members , learn quickly how to adapt their use of technology to better support members’ expectations.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 13, 2019

In a 2019 survey of high-tech companies, more than 40% of the respondents said they hire Customer Success Managers , according to an article in the Harvard Business Review. WBT Systems shared some depressing statistics about the percentage of leadership positions held by women. We still have a long way to go. Host: Rogue Tulips LLC.

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JUNE 26, 2020

Now he’s sharing the “woes and wows” of his experience in an article at EdSurge as well as “three tips for virtual conference organizers to consider, based on hours of my life that I will never get back.”. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Virtual conference advice.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

I find good reads there, including many of the articles I share here. New Year, More Questions Breakout group topics: #1: Learning Gaps – Leading up to a certification/assessment exam, what areas of learning would you like to see improved and what areas have been beneficial for your learners to utilize? #2: Twitter tips.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 22, 2022

As an association, you have an opportunity to develop thought leadership content, building organization awareness, and credibility , while also meeting your members’ content needs. When you develop quality thought leadership content, you position yourself as an industry leader in insights and information. Members want more content.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The results that Harley Davidson have achieved by leveraging the stories and passion of their community are incredible, and are outlined in this Harvard Business Review article. “Harley Davidson bikes are twice the price of the same exact Honda bike but will outsell it 13-1 because of community” – Ken Schmidt #HLSF16.

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AUGUST 14, 2020

This article by Danica Tormohlen at PCMA Convene is about three virtual market weeks hosted by The Toy Association, but it also discusses the association’s ShopToys365, “a B2B digital marketplace where manufacturers could connect with global toy buyers and suppliers 24/7.”. Demonstrating Leadership Resilience: A CEO Dialogue.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 11, 2023

Leadership pipeline. By educating the next generation of company and industry leaders, you’ll fill your association leadership pipeline too. Nick Wignall ) A moving article about women artists, with a focus on Emily Dickinson and Sinead O’Connor. Host: Certification Network Group (CNG) Wed 8/16 from 11 a.m.

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Reid All About it

JANUARY 7, 2022

I keep seeing articles advising managers to coach, not command. Stowe Boyd shares excerpts from a Harvard Business Review article about three creativity fallacies , including practical advice for preventing brainstorming sessions from going off the rails. A site that lets you access articles behind paywalls. Chapter coaching.

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YourMembership

MAY 22, 2015

In their whitepaper they assert that the association industry’s focus on “member engagement” reached a critical mass around 2009 and has only grown since then, with conference sessions, books, articles, research studies, and whitepapers (like theirs) all talking about engagement. It will be available May 28 th on the YM YouTube Channel.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

Enjoy compelling future-focused learning and discussion about this article. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Unprecedented Leadership During Unprecedented Times (Planet IMEX Association Leadership Forum). Fri 10/9 at 2 p.m. 1 CAE credit. Fri 10/9 at 2 p.m.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Rethink your leadership training programs , says WBT Systems, so you can develop leaders who not only lead your association into the future, but help lead their company (and industry) into the future too. Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. More info/register.

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WBT Systems

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Here are some informative articles that will help you with evaluating learner satisfaction and user experience: eLearning Course Evaluation: A Guide For eLearning Professionals – from eLearning Industry. Leadership through Blended Learning. Organization: Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM).

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Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

We needed an intranet that would do the typical heavy lifting – benefits information, leadership messaging – but also one that enabled conversations,” said Nancy. There are posts for Motivation Monday, Tip Tuesday, and Wellness Wednesday, as well as daily articles posted using the blog tool. A One-Stop Shop for Information.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 4, 2018

We like having Evernote’s web extension on Chrome to easily save articles, snippets, or images for a marketing swipe file. Send them this article (as a not-so-subtle hint!). Google also offers a free certification to help you get up to speed with the tool. Have a coworker who is always doing this?

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Reid All About it

MARCH 11, 2022

This is one of those articles I can see returning to again and again. ASAE’s Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP). Presenters: Ashley Roberts, Manager, Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP), ASAE. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The 2020 predictions and trends articles are starting to appear. If you’re not familiar with this Chinese condiment, this article from Taste about the cult of chile crisp will bring you up to speed. Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. You’re not alone.

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Association Navigator

AUGUST 19, 2013

We heard the news a couple of weeks ago that Jeff Bezos, founder and chief executive of Amazon is buying The Washington Post and there have been many articles about what this means for the newspaper business. Yesterday’s New York Times article, “He’s Going to Break Some Eggs” is certainly worth reading.

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Associations Now

JANUARY 7, 2024

In a recent Harvard Business Review article, author and consultant Greg Alexander discussed the problem of the “ bottleneck boss ” a leader who stifles employee progress through micromanagement and a refusal to delegate. “In In the new year, it’s worth looking at how your leadership style and wellness-benefit structure serves your people.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, let’s explore various types of incentives your association can offer and how to strategically implement them to attract new members and enhance member retention. These could include advanced training sessions, leadership development programs, or specialized skills training that members can’t access elsewhere.

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Higher Logic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The CXPA Community has seen success for its members in multiple areas – a few resources have stood out as especially useful and often member-driven initiatives: Mentor Match program, Community Blogging, CCXP Certification, and In-Person Networking. CXPA also started using it for newsletter articles. A growing mentoring program.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The examples called out by Lou Downe in a Fast Company article on bad service design —from how banks handle identity fraud to how call centers handle student loans—should make you think twice about your processes. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Tue 2/25 at 12 p.m.

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JUNE 9, 2023

This PCMA Convene article by Vanessa Page of mdg is essential and fascinating reading. Career Coach Series: Shifting Leadership Style There’s not one leadership style that works for all contexts. Bryan, certified leadership career strategist, executive coach, organizational consultant and psychotherapist Mon 6/12 at 8 a.m.

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MARCH 3, 2023

WBT Systems shares several association examples of self-assessment tools and programs for choosing a career path or course of study, preparing for a certification exam, or improving business practices and policies. If you offer learning or membership subscriptions, clear your Harvard Business Review cookies and read this article by Nir Eyal.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 21, 2023

After Tori’s article, read the open letter Jeff De Cagna, FASAE, executive advisor of Foresight First, wrote to the association community in which he shares six critical questions and six essential actions to take in response to the rapid adoption of generative AI. What is the value of servant leadership? CAE credit. 1 CAE credit.

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JULY 8, 2022

In an article for MIT Sloan Management Review, Susie Lee from Degreed suggests four things leaders can do to foster a sense of belonging at their organizations. They believe an API strategy is crucial to defining your association’s value proposition and taking the “rightful leadership position to steer your industry.”.

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DECEMBER 7, 2018

Members need certifications and certificate programs to advance in their careers, and associations need the non-dues revenue those programs provide, says MemberSuite. New member engagement programs work , and they don’t have to be big or expensive,” says Lisa Vivinetto in an Association Success article. Thu 12/13 at 2:30 p.m.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

Learn how volunteer scenarios and training gap analysis can help your association identify the type of content you need to develop and offer to prepare chapter members for volunteering and leadership. I’m seeing a wave of articles about the “bad science” of generationalism. Thought Leadership Session: Associations’ Future Strategies.

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JULY 23, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Presenter: women’s leadership speaker and trainer, author of Lead Like an Ally: A Journey Through Corporate America with Strategies to Facilitate Inclusion , Julie Kratz, Tue 7/27 at 2 p.m. Host: Event Leadership Institute.

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