Association Success

JUNE 17, 2018

I am involved in at least three other associations, one of which I founded: the Philippine Council of Associations and Association Executives (PCAAE). Associations are unique in the sense that their main stakeholders are dues-paying members. Based on my experience, here are eight factors (and there are surely more!)

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 11, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Dave Lutz of Velvet Chainsaw Consulting says conferences are missing the boat by offering mostly novice or intermediate content. Cassie Werber at Quartz explains how the lack of childcare at conferences is an inclusion issue.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Their post describes four ways your association can leverage event and learning data to increase attendance, select content, improve programs and grow revenue. Virtual conference design. He shares ideas to get you started with 2021 conference planning. – Associations Now Live @ TEC. Amen, brother. CAE credits.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 3, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Sponsorships. Please participate in a short survey on the impact of COVID-19 on association conference sponsorships. Repurposing cancelled conferences. They also explain how to prepare attendees for a virtual conference.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 25, 2023

Conference planning. Julius Solaris of Boldpush says don’t even think about planning a conference like last year’s. How to Create an AI Usage Policy AMA Join this discussion on approaches to consider as you develop your AI guidelines and policies. Marketing to younger generations. Fri 8/25 at 12:30 p.m. – More info/register.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Wyboston Lakes Resort and the Meetings Industry Association (mia) worked in unison to host a mock awards dinner as part of the government’s pilot events to test the COVID-Secure guidelines that all venues must follow.

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Reid All About it

JULY 24, 2020

Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering , MemberSuite describes the seven essential elements for creating a memorable virtual conference instead of the typical series of webinars with accompanying chat box. Quick hits before we get to the list of this week’s free education: 10 basic guidelines to minimize PDF usability problems.

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Membersuite

JULY 16, 2021

Every association management software (AMS) company loves to demonstrate how their AMS meets an association’s requirements. The association staff on the project team care about these functions and features, but most of their co-workers only care about one thing: reports. Run a profile update campaign.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 12, 2023

As you seek to build a culture of inclusivity at your association, you r members will need to feel represented. Look for technology that prioritizes accessibility , including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). For your next annual conference, take steps to ensure it is inclusive for all members.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 16, 2020

If you’re hunting for new association management software, take a look at Ernie Smith’s advice in Associations Now. Virtual conference pricing. Dr. Michael Tatonetti, CAE, explains how to use price anchoring to determine registration rates for your virtual conference. 1 CMP credit. Tue 10/20 at 11 a.m.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 27, 2021

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Virtual conferences survey. If virtual or in-person conferences are part of your organization’s strategy—whether you’re a non- or for-profit, large or small organization—please participate in the Tagoras 2021 Virtual Conferences survey.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

I love Lead Marvels’ curated list of association podcasts , but it’s missing two of my favorites: Leading Learning from Tagoras and Reboot IT from DelCor Technology Solutions. Impexium describes the steps for creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software (AMS). RFP for an AMS. 1 CAE credit.

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Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 29, 2014

It was inspired by the take-down of strategic planning in Humanize , and in it I pledge to stop using that term to describe the messy, constantly evolving process my association uses to determine our direction and set our objectives. We should stop pretending that they do.

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MemberClicks

MAY 17, 2022

From managing your members to creating valuable events and educational experiences for them, your organization has grown with the help of your small staff. An AMS, or association management system , might just be the tool you need to maximize your use of technology to save your staff members time and provide more value for your members.

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SBI

MAY 5, 2020

Having clear guidelines about when to start work and when to call it a day helps maintain work/life balance. Bonus Tip: Set Guidelines in Shared Spaces. The post 5 Tips to Help You Successfully Work from Home appeared first on SBI Association Management. Maintain Regular Working Hours. Remember to Take Breaks.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Does your association have a popular conference workshop or training class you want to convert into an online learning program? Value can often be interpreted by just dollars and cents, but it goes farther than that when considering the impact your firm can have on the operations and success of an association. 1 CAE credit.

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SBI

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

All eyes were on this conference to get it right. There were two main areas we wanted to see the industry address to help us plan for when it is safe to resume in-person association meetings: Providing a safe and healthy environment for the attendees. It appeared that CDC recommended guidelines were being followed in this aspect.

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Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 30, 2013

It was inspired by the take-down of strategic planning in Humanize , and in it I pledge to stop using that term to describe the messy, constantly evolving process my association uses to determine our direction and set our objectives.

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Ungated

AUGUST 25, 2021

The protocol for these building inspections can be found in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Guideline for Structural Condition Assessment of Existing Buildings (SEI/ASCE 11-99) or other industry standards. The initial baseline inspection is identified as the preliminary assessment within this guide.

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SBI

MARCH 4, 2020

While public health officials and public policy experts continue to monitor the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), one thing is clear: The illness could have a serious impact on conferences, meetings, and entire associations. The CDC has also issued guidelines for large events. What does that mean for your association?

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Association Subculture

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

As you know from my last blog post, I recently experienced the Groundhog Day Effect when reading about different topics in association management published in books back in 1985 but which could have been written yesterday. Not only are our associations in a state of flux, so are our employment practices. Im still waiting.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Check out this 15-minute web series covering hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management. Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Association Ethics Toolkit & Happy Hour (McLean VA). A new episode is posted every Monday by 1 p.m.,

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 18, 2023

My state SAE hosts a successful silent auction every year at our annual conference to raise money for scholarships. How to Create an AI Usage Policy AMA Join this discussion on approaches to consider as you develop your AI guidelines and policies. Create buzz around your event with a silent auction. Hybrid work. More info/register.

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Eric Lanke

JANUARY 23, 2012

Its messy, and constantly evolving, with only a handful of guidelines to afford enough structure to keep people grounded and more or less understanding what were trying to do. Ive never written these guidelines down before, and maybe I should. These guidelines frame the conversation my association has on an on-going basis.

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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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Protech

MAY 28, 2020

After shifting away from an in-person customer celebration at the Four Seasons in Baltimore due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Protech Associates’ Fusion 2020 Customer Conference surpassed all previous attendance numbers for the event. Hold conference calls with individual sponsors to help talk them through specific agenda items.

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Association Subculture

JANUARY 19, 2010

Is the executives perspective important when identifying future leaders of the association? Sure, if certain guidelines are met. Shelly kept up the fast pace by diving head-long into her career in the world of association management. Creativity in Association Management - Are You the Roadblock? management.

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Association Subculture

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Rapid Chapter Expansion – Beware of excited yips around conference rooms that sound like, “Of COURSE we need a chapter in Yreka, population 7,368!” Shelly kept up the fast pace by diving head-long into her career in the world of association management. The Waning Days of Leadership in Association Management.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Non-dues revenue typically comes from two sources: Internal: Charging your members additional fees for added resources, opportunities, or products, such as conference fees, professional certifications, or branded merchandise. If your organization uses a physical facility, you can rent out extra office space or your conference room for a fee.

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SBI

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Best Practices for Mentorship Programs Many associations offer formal mentorship programs designed to pair newer members with seasoned professionals, creating an intentional and structured learning environment throughout the year or during large events, such as annual conferences.

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Higher Logic

DECEMBER 22, 2015

How did you get into community management or become involved in your online community? Matt Coffindaffer, CAE (ASAE): I started in community management by virtue of association management for eight years, bringing a really broad perspective (what you need when at the helm of communities).

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Reid All About it

MAY 6, 2022

. – Navigating Online Education and Accessibility: An Association Leader’s Guide. From how and when attendees want to consume content to expectations exhibitors and sponsors have to connect, expectations HAVE changed for your trade show and conference audiences. Ethics in Association Management. 1 CAE credit. .

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CMA Solutions

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

(Communicating and promoting your association’s recent innovation would help jog their memories.) At CMA, we specialize in association management, membership outreach and member engagement. Our in-house marketing team has built an impressive record helping associations grow over the last 35 years.

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AMR Management Services

OCTOBER 12, 2012

Producing content is not a new concept for most associations. I'd be hard-pressed to name an association that is not creating content in one form or another, from newsletters to educational conferences to website articles or forums. That said, I do believe that the best association content follows these guidelines.

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Off Stage

AUGUST 23, 2013

In this article she calls our attention to two areas of concern for associations: the new Red Flag rule, and additions to ADA claims which will affect all of us. In our type of jobs as association managers, it is easy for new laws and policies slip through our fingers. NAR has suggested guidelines for writing a plan: [link].

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SCD Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Top 5 Roadblocks to Association Content (Marketing) Strategy. About 30 associations and nonprofit organizations participated in the 2012 Content Marketing World Conference workshop for associations and nonprofits. 10 Reasons Why Content Marketing Benefits Associations. 6 Articles for Association Executives.

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Crowd Wisdom

JULY 27, 2023

A CE program is ideal for monetization because it aligns closely with an association’s greater mission to deliver value to members. Leverage your LMS to repurpose live events like your annual conference to engage more learners, expand your CE program’s reach, and drive more revenue.

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