Reid All About it

MAY 22, 2020

Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. We’ve had a few months now of quickly planned virtual conferences and learning events. WBT Systems has been tuning in—they describe ten attendee complaints about virtual conferences and provide suggestions to resolve them. Virtual conference success stories.

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Association TRENDS

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Associations often host conferences to engage their members and provide unique, enriching experiences. For example, a business conference might consist of employees from various related companies discussing industry innovations and advancement opportunities in the field. However, conferences are notoriously tough to plan.

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SBI

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Engage Members with Events and Networking Opportunities Events are a core driver of member retention, offering opportunities for learning, networking, and community building. However, if event planning becomes overwhelming or inconsistent, members may disengage.

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EventMobi: Association Events

JUNE 19, 2024

Karen Hill is the Director of Meetings and Events & Engagement at Barcami Lane , an Association Management Company (AMC) that works with national and regional nonprofit associations. Karen recently helped plan the annual conference for the Association of Academic Surgical Administrators , which was held in Boston.

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SBI

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Volunteer-led associations play a vital role in bringing like-minded individuals together and fostering a sense of community. However, managing a volunteer-driven organization comes with its own set of challenges. By harnessing the power of targeted email marketing, SBI can help strengthen member relationships and boost engagement.

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Virtual

MARCH 30, 2013

And, it’s good advice for anyone considering the pros and cons of in-house staff versus an association management company. Particularly in a small association, the in-house staff has to wear many hats. Uncategorized Association Association Management Company Hiring an Association Management Company Small Association'

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Reid All About it

APRIL 14, 2023

Impexium describes three benefits of marketing automation , a capability you really must have in your association’s tech stack. Abstract/conference management. Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events.

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The real power of your association, however, lies in effective trade association management. It’s about more than just planning events or sending newsletters; it’s about making every resource count for the success and satisfaction of your members. What is Trade Association Management?

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MemberClicks

MAY 13, 2022

There are many reasons you could be ready to invest in an association management software or to upgrade your current software to one that fits your need. Read on to find: Overview of Association Management Software What is the Best Association Management Software? Overview of Association Management Software.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 24, 2020

Selinger raises several good points to keep in mind as you plan virtual conferences and other online programs. Granted, this survey was published in March so maybe these percentages would be higher now, I hope so, or maybe the remaining associations are already invested in these platforms. Makes sense. Survey re going virtual.

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SBI

APRIL 24, 2024

This call extends to the realm of conference planning, where creating spaces that are welcoming and accessible to all participants is paramount. To assist conference organizers, we’ve compiled a comprehensive DEI checklist covering various stages of event planning, from initial conceptualization to post-event feedback.

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Blue Sky eLearn

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Just as you hold virtual meetings, webinars, or conferences, your organization can also host a successful virtual day of service to safely and efficiently give back to the community. . At Fonteva, we know a thing or two about how to keep your association members connected and engaged during this time of physical separation.

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Virtual

OCTOBER 7, 2015

When we’re pulling together an event like this, I have a few simple rules in mind: 1. But the planning started 10 months earlier—it’s never too early to start planning for a large conference. Events are visual. From the way the room looks to the quality of slides, events are a very visual experience.

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Socious

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Unfortunately, many association professionals spend a lot of time on low-level tasks or work outside of their field. For instance, running reports from your association management software is a common responsibility. Also, membership managers often find themselves in the throes of event planning.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Whether you’re looking for tools for accounting, event management, fundraising or something else in your operation, we’ve got you covered. Association Management Resources. Association management software is one of the best ways to get most of the tools you need all in one package.

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Socious

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Think about the last conference you went to. We attend conferences and events because we’re interested in the topics they cover and the speakers who are headlining. Your call for proposals, speaker selection, and speaker registration processes must go smoothly or your event’s quality will suffer.

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Reid All About it

MAY 26, 2023

Jose Triana at Sidecar describes concerns with ChatGPT as well as ways associations can use this tool. Conference/abstract management. Ex Ordo takes you through the steps of implementing conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic events. CAE credit.

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Forj

MAY 11, 2021

In 2021, virtual events are all the rage. Associations and organizations are turning to virtual events to fundraise and engage with their members in new and exciting ways. You can automate these appeals to streamline your marketing efforts and take a lot of the stress of event-planning off your plate.

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SOS Association

JULY 17, 2020

As SOS-Association Management Solutions has worked with trade, professional and charitable nonprofit associations over the past 25 years, we have become convinced that an Association Management Company (AMC) is one of the most cost effective solutions for associations. 7) Mundane Management.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 21, 2023

– Association Management System (AMS) Demo Days Hear presentations from a limited number of industry partners that offer AMS platforms. AMS experts will be showcasing platforms and sharing their knowledge with the association market. Virtual Panel Discussion: What’s (Really) on the Event Horizon? to 3:30 p.m.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 9, 2017

If you’re getting ready to select a new association management system, check out this software evaluation checklist from Aptify. – How to Report Live from Nonprofit Conferences and Events. Get a six-week plan that includes pre-event planning and post-event follow-up. Tue 6/13 at 1 p.m.

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Fonteva

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The best association management software, or AMS, solutions are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of associations just like yours. With features spanning database capabilities, messaging and email tools, accounting and payment systems, and event planning, a top AMS solution is a smart move for practically any group.

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Socious

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Personal video sites are one thing, but if your association is paying hundreds or thousands of dollars a month for multiple technology systems, then you could be throwing time and money away. I’ve seen associations do this with association management software (AMS) and separate event systems.

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Leading Learning

AUGUST 20, 2020

We have been tracking and reporting on virtual conferences—not to mention hosting our own—for years, but clearly interest in and demand for them has skyrocketed in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, interest in finding the best virtual conference platforms has also risen dramatically. What Is a Virtual Conference?

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Reid All About it

APRIL 5, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… When I was in charge of getting a new AMS back at my old association, I had no idea how to approach selection and implementation. If only I had read a post like this one from the DelCor team about buying association management software.

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Reid All About it

MAY 12, 2023

I love the idea of a small, focused conference where you can actually get to know people, so I hope to meet many of you there. Conferences and meetings are vital to our arsenal to inspire change, to advance mission, and to support the individuals and organizations we serve. It’s not until early September, but put NDP on your radar.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 2, 2023

I’m telling you, change management chops will make a tremendous difference for projects and your career. When Impexium describes their latest post as the ultimate guide to association management software (AMS), they’re not kidding. If you plan to shop for a new AMS in the near future, make sure you check this out first.

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Fonteva

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Event planning and management. As mentioned briefly before, finding an association management solution with event planning capabilities is key. For one thing, your association is already likely hosting a number of events, whether they’re smaller meetings, larger conferences, or a virtual experience.

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Association Adviser

MARCH 29, 2018

In our latest reader poll, we’ve found that associations contract with association management companies for two main reasons: financial help and assistance hosting events. Eighty-seven percent of respondents consider events extremely valuable to their association’s operations.

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SOS Association

JULY 17, 2020

As SOS-Association Management Solutions has worked with trade, professional and charitable nonprofit associations over the past 25 years, we have become convinced that an Association Management Company (AMC) is one of the most cost effective solutions for associations. 7) Mundane Management.

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AMR Management Services

AUGUST 6, 2011

6, 2011) – AMR Management Services (AMR), a full-service association management company (AMC) serving national, regional and local client partners, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Drake & Company (DrakeCo), an accredited AMC based in Chesterfield, Mo. Stronger by Association delivered to your inbox.

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CMA Solutions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Involve them in committees, advisory boards or task forces where they can contribute to key decisions, like event planning or refining membership benefits. A marketing association might invite both seasoned experts and newer members to weigh in on selecting conference topics or speakers.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 25, 2022

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Building a content engine to support your event’s community growth requires a multi-pronged, online and onsite strategy that integrates with other technology platforms. Check out Cecilia’s Nonprofit Executive Spotlight series too.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 9, 2023

If your organization wants to create a successful volunteer experience, you’ll want to adopt modern association management software (AMS). Look for an AMS that empowers members to browse and apply for volunteer opportunities. Members will feel encouraged to attend an event when they see respected companies backing an event.

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MemberClicks

JANUARY 26, 2023

When you’re planning a major event like a conference or annual meeting, you want to do everything to make sure that it runs smoothly and is successful. But the first rule of event planning is that something will inevitably go wrong. What are mobile event apps? What kinds of events use mobile event apps?

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Protech

JUNE 13, 2023

The world of association management (and all of the technology designed to support it) is vast. There are over 66,000 trade and professional associations in the U.S. alone, and each one likely has a different way to manage its membership base. What are the benefits of using a CRM for associations?

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Protech

MAY 9, 2023

Say your association is planning its first annual conference, relying mostly on an outdated AMS with limited features to prepare for the event. Before the event, participants are confused about where and how to register, and staff members have to spend hours assisting them. What is an AMS?

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