Aptify

JULY 23, 2021

A lot is riding on your proposal to the board: staff’s productivity and effectiveness, data security, and usefulness, maybe even your reputation, and definitely your stress level. But making the case to your board that it’s time for new association management software (AMS) requires research and preparation. Change management.

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MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A Call for Proposal (CFP) is more than just a request for submissionsit’s an opportunity to define your organization’s needs clearly and attract the right partners, vendors, or contributors to help achieve your goals. For associations and nonprofits, the stakes are often high.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 22, 2022

If you’re new to association technology and haven’t quite wrapped your head around the association management system (AMS) concept, Personify shares a primer on what has to be every accidental techie’s favorite piece of software. The Dues and Don’ts of Association Pricing Strategies. AMS basics. 1 CAE credit.

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Aptify

APRIL 26, 2022

The Large Association's Guide to Understanding Enterprise AMS Pricing. One of the biggest costs associated with implementing new membership software is your staff, and one of the factors you’ll need to consider is how many licenses to purchase. Get the Guide to Stay on Budget. Free Download. Take your staff into account.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 17, 2020

The asparagus in the farmers market is usually triple the price of asparagus on sale in the supermarket, but it tastes so much better, so I always treat myself to a few bunches during the season. Anderson, FASAE, CAE, president and CEO, International Sign Association. Join a discussion on how and when to develop partnership proposals.

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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.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

WBT Systems proposes a different doable solution: host your in-person conference first and your virtual conference later. If you were at the Association Component Exchange (CEX) last week, you heard about the “bright spot” concept. . – Or will they? Chapter bright spots. How to Master AMS Selection from Your Home Office.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 3, 2022

In a recent webinar, MemberSuite’s Ryan Costello asked an association exec, selection consultant, and one of his sales colleagues for advice on knowing when it’s time to upgrade technology , setting project expectations, identifying requirements, and considering the people factor. Learn which techniques can you apply to your association.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 8, 2020

Best practices say that when you’re ready to find a new association management software (AMS) system, you should issue a request for proposal (RFP). Read on for tips to ensure your RFP drives accurate proposals and helps you find the right AMS for your organization. Proposal format/outline. Proposal due date.

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Association Subculture

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

We are all pushing the envelope and paying a heavy price to do it. I am, like everyone, riding the tides of innovation in the association community. Quite frankly, associations arent too bad at identifying innovative practices. Creativity in Association Management - Are You the Roadblock? "These go to eleven."

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Reid All About it

MARCH 10, 2023

Host: NXUnite by Nexus Marketing Speakers: Ethan Gray, CAE, Director of Association Management Services, Talley Management Tony Hoff, Marketing Director, Survey & Ballot Systems Leona Scott, President and Founder, JEP Marketing Communications Morgan Wood, Head of Community, Hivebrite Wed 3/15 at 7 a.m. – More info/register.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 18, 2023

Charles Darwin was a geologist when he proposed the theory of evolution. Expert Series: Get Sponsored: How to Make 6-Figures in Digital Sponsorship for Your Association Learn how to optimize digital sponsorship and capitalize on the huge opportunities to grow digital revenues to 6-figures or more. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2020

You know it’s time for new association management software. Here’s how to create a compelling case for an investment in new membership management technology. As your association grows, eventually it’s time to move to new membership management software. The business case presents your proposal for change.

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Higher Logic

AUGUST 11, 2016

It found a new email host and contracted with Abila netFORUM for its association management software (AMS). This database was more robust and offered better membership management than NAASF’s previous platforms. Bringing Member Data and Engagement Together with Abila and Higher Logic. Sharing files is also popular.

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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. Try not to let your association get stuck in the past with “how we used to’s” or event checklists.

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Aptify

DECEMBER 16, 2022

You’ve documented your challenges and requirements, gotten approval for new membership technology budget , and reviewed vendor proposals. Now your organization is ready to evaluate the membership management software solutions and vendors that made the final list. . What type of project timeline are they proposing? .

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Fonteva

MARCH 16, 2022

It’s crucial that you invest in a solution that can serve your association for years to come, growing as your learning business does. Do your research during the selection process, carefully writing an LMS request for proposal (RFP). Solution: Reconsider your eLearning pricing practices. Challenge: High Administrative Burden.

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SilkStart

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Offering large price drops may quickly boost engagement, but members will begin to take note and expect the same benefits going forward. Take this a step further with association management software and automate your event ticket discounts based on membership type. Unsure of what your members actually want? 4) Raise awareness.

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Off Stage

JUNE 12, 2009

Let’s say it’s an issue of whether or not the association should take a position on the location a proposed new highway in your community. Some of your members think the association needs to have its voice heard, and other members cringe at the thought of speaking up and potentially offending future buyers and sellers.

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GlowGlobally

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

This requires local customer intelligence developed from a “product analysis” to measure the proposed product portfolio against: Relevance – how close are your current products to local needs, expectations of service, and the desired outcomes of targeted customer segments? Association Management. Member Services (7).

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MemberClicks

APRIL 26, 2022

Also, keep in mind that it’s crucial for the monetary amount you place on each level to match the benefits associated with that level. If you’re struggling to determine what that amount should be, start by putting a price on each benefit exclusively. Then add those prices up to determine the cost of the level.

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The Hourglass Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

These failures are a necessary on the path of innovation and executives and managers need to build an organizational culture that has a high tolerance for failure so that that their staff dont second guess big risky ideas and instead propose incremental bets. Association Management. This really hit home for me.

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Off Stage

APRIL 13, 2009

I reviewed the proposed new Social Marketing course from Internet Crusade, as well—it’s going to be very helpful to our members, I think (should be released soon!). I know how much time I’ve spent researching and experimenting-- time I couldn’t have found when I was a full-time association manager.

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AMG

JULY 21, 2022

The new law specifically excepts planned community and condominium covenants from invalidation under North Carolina’s Marketable Title Act – put another way, it prevents homeowner and condo associations from losing the governance and decision-making rights they have been granted for decades. He’s been in the trenches on this issue since 2019.

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Trade Association CEO Blog

JUNE 20, 2011

When I resigned I asked the Board to consider hiring me in a new role: Executive Advisor, where I would continue to provide them that unique insight, motivation and talent of an ASAE Certified Association Executive without having to pay full price for it. I could not find in ASAE any examples of what I was proposing. C6 Support.

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Association Adviser

JANUARY 17, 2018

This role allows me to continue my career in association management, but it also allow me to fulfill my passion for education. Everyone – directors, staff and members – pays the price in poor association performance if there is not a strong partnership. I’ve worked with great staff. AA: What made you think you were ready?

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Off Stage

JUNE 13, 2012

” Companies who applied for new addresses include Apple, Amazon, Google and Microsoft as well as prominent firms such as Macy’s and Wal-Mart and Associations such as NAR and AARP. Each application carried a hefty price tag of $185,000. Financial Management. Managing Volunteers. Association Marketing.

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Association Adviser

JANUARY 17, 2018

This role allows me to continue my career in association management, but it also allow me to fulfill my passion for education. Everyone – directors, staff and members – pays the price in poor association performance if there is not a strong partnership. I’ve worked with great staff. AA: What made you think you were ready?

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Association Adviser

JANUARY 17, 2018

This role allows me to continue my career in association management, but it also allow me to fulfill my passion for education. Everyone – directors, staff and members – pays the price in poor association performance if there is not a strong partnership. I’ve worked with great staff. AA: What made you think you were ready?

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Trade Association CEO Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

2) A program and its vendor must reflect and even enhance [ASSOCIATION]’s image of quality and value. (3) The program offers a business an exclusive and substantial savings as compared to the general price available to that business through that vendor or other like competitors. Seek 100% member satisfaction. C6 Support.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 12, 2024

Pricing in a Post-Pandemic World: Maximizing Revenue Learn methods for assessing price sensitivity and willingness to pay. Find out how to bolster the case for your current pricing, raise prices strategically, and evaluate non-product-specific pricing approaches like subscriptions or folding education into membership fees.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 26, 2018

You finally got the budget to purchase a learning management system (LMS). Ask around for request for proposal (RFP) samples and send one of them to a dozen LMS vendors? Budget : Some associations hesitate to discuss money. Now, tell them what you have to spend so they propose a system within your budget.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 16, 2021

Host: Community By Association. Presenter: Shannon Emery, Higher Logic User Group (HUG) community manager at Higher Logic. Association Management Systems: A Selection Guide. What should you consider to successfully price, package and promote your instructional content? More info/register. Tue 4/20 at 11 a.m.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Hear different perspectives on the issue including proposed timeframes for return, balancing organizational and individual needs, legal and ethical decision-making considerations, and managing a hybrid workforce. Host: Talley Management. Ethan Gray, CAE, Director of Association Management Services. 1 CAE credit.

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Association Subculture

JANUARY 6, 2011

Air fare and hotel made my participation a little more than the low-low price of $29.) 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? The Politics of Dancing (and What If Ideas in Associations).

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Reid All About it

APRIL 23, 2021

Presenter: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, CNAP, Principal, Rogue Tulips Nonprofit Consulting & Association Management Services. This series of 15- to 20-minute videos cover hot topics and issues related to 501c organization management. . More info/register (must first join Fridays@4 , it’s free). Host: Fridays@4. Mon 4/26 at 1 p.m.

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