Association Success

OCTOBER 15, 2020

According to a November 2016 report , revenues from membership dues were down to 45% of total revenue for trade associations and a meager 30% for professional associations. Advances in technology have opened new doors of opportunity to drive non-dues revenue. This combines publicity for your association with non-dues revenue.

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APRIL 18, 2025

They go into detail on items that belong on your list: reporting, security, API, technology partners, access control, cost of ownership, vendor stability, and the ability to expand software capabilities as your needs change. Lead Marvels helps you make a case for a new revenue stream at your associationsponsored content. 1 CAE credit.

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Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Whether it’s for prestige, a salary bump or a resume builder, people from all industries seek out certification programs. But the question is, should your association offer certification programs? It’s tempting to jump on the certification bandwagon but first, it’s important to conduct research. And lots of it.

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MAY 22, 2020

Billhighway explains how virtual events can help sponsors and exhibitors achieve their marketing goals —while helping chapters achieve their revenue goals. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Moving Training and Certification Online in Less Time. Tue 5/26 at 12 p.m.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

They go into detail on the items that belong on your list: reporting, security, API, technology partners, access control, cost of ownership, vendor stability, and the ability to expand software capabilities as your needs change. Learn about strategies for leveraging non-dues revenue opportunities strategically. 1 CAE credit.

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YourMembership

MARCH 13, 2014

As associations take on the pressures of the economy and increasing member demands, it becomes vital to identify and implement non-dues revenue opportunities to help ensure financial health. Many associations already use a variety of programs to generate non-dues revenue, among the most common being: Annual Sponsorships.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Taking a strategic approach to driving non-dues revenue might seem challenging. Read on for proven techniques and technolog ies that will help you boost your non-dues revenue in no time. . Driving non-dues revenue is critically important to your association’s long-term success. Strategies for driving non-dues revenue.

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WBT Systems

JANUARY 3, 2017

Back at the office, this process is paralleled as the new year kick-starts strategic planning sessions to set goals for association management, covering everything from membership growth and retention to updating education and certification programs. Economies of Scale – reduce costs of delivering education programs.

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JUNE 18, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Creating Innovative New Classes, Certifications & Association Products That Wow Members — and Your Board. – Revenue Success from Scratch: One Association’s Story. Guest: Lesedi Lesetedi. Tue 6/22 from 9 a.m.

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SBI

OCTOBER 11, 2020

When it comes to credentialing and certification programs, there are many advantages awarded to both the association and the professionals who pursue them. Here are a few things your association can do to build and maintain a strong certification program. Be strategic about cost, content, and governance.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2019

Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Explore easy-to-implement, cost-effective ways to make a bigger impact with your events. – Strategic Revenue Growth: Thinking Beyond Members and Sponsors. A new episode is posted every Monday by 1 p.m.

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Virtual

OCTOBER 7, 2014

.” So a diverse revenue stream isn’t just a “nice to have” for associations, it’s often a matter of survival. Fortunately, there are some tried and true strategies toward increasing revenue. Associations are uniquely positioned to be credible providers of certifications. Budgeting Associations'

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

On Thursday (9/26), ASAE is hosting a webinar about a possible existential threat to associations: legislators who want to apply the 21% corporate tax rate to the non-donation net revenue of tax-exempt organizations, like associations. Non-dues revenue. AI for associations. Need to sharpen your knowledge about AI? 1 CAE credit.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance. Objection 1: Price.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

They explain how to develop a content strategy, know when it’s time for a redesign, decrease costs and increase revenue. GrowthZone’s guide to selecting a credit card processor is perfect for those of you who need to understand the players and their roles, terminology, fees, rates, hard and soft costs, and security issues.

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AUGUST 25, 2023

Matchbox Virtual Media asks for your participation in a survey that explores how the use of online experiences by associations for membership engagement, education, revenue growth, and other purposes has evolved in recent times. Host: Professionals for Association Revenue Wed 9/6 at 11 a.m. –Oprah Winfrey Online programs. 1 CAE credit.

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Protech

OCTOBER 13, 2020

We’ve seen reductions in revenue from all sources, including giving, grants, services, and events. To ensure financial resilience, associations are taking quick, decisive and creative actions to expand outside their traditional revenue streams. A Quick-Turn, Cost-Effective Initiative. Great Results and Long-Term Value.

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Forj

APRIL 22, 2021

Are you creating new eLearning courses to provide value to members and bring in revenue for your association’s learning business? But, pricing them too low will prevent your team from making any meaningful revenue. Creation Costs: What is the cost of online course development? Where is the middle ground? Developers.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

Competing against niche professional organizations, membership and conference revenue has “slowed to a trickle.” Expert Series: Be the Association Hero: Increasing 2024 Non-Dues Revenue Hear about key strategies that will help you drive more non-dues revenue and build a true career growth destination for your members in 2024 and beyond.

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MemberClicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

and relying on a single revenue stream is too risky. This is where non-dues revenue comes into play. By generating non-dues revenue, you can: Grow your association’s revenue Avoid implementing higher membership dues Diversify your revenue streams. What is Non-Dues Revenue? But remember: no size fits all.

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Association Success

MAY 20, 2020

What you ultimately want is to be able to monetize the event,” said Michael Tatonetti , director of certification and education for the Professional Pricing Society. Taking in all the parts and pieces required to produce your event, and determining the cost, can give you a basis for your pricing. Part 1: Operating budget.

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Association Success

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

An LMS can significantly reduce costs while allowing organizations to create training courses and educational materials at scale. . Along with the cost-saving benefits, LMS-based courses also can help members increase regulation compliance within their own organizations. Certification and compliance management .

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AssociationChat

MARCH 29, 2021

So they wrote off the sunk cost and invested their remaining budget in making their unique standards content more widely available to their members and beyond, bolstering ecommerce sales in the process. The ecommerce sales ended up paying for the sunk cost, and the organization and their legacy AMS are now on a second honeymoon.

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JUNE 11, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. domains, domain name system (DNS) and digital certificates)—in enabling the day-to-day successful operation of their business. Be the Change: How and Why Associations are Changing Membership and Revenue Models. Tue 6/15 at 11 a.m.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Hear about the funding-first approach to budget building and how prioritizing budgeting for revenue and support on the front-end of the budget building process helps with funding assessments and aligning and scaling programs, activities, and operations to available funding. And often they can offer their services for little or no cost to you.

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DECEMBER 6, 2019

Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Useful, Free & Low-Cost Tools, Software, and Services for Your Nonprofit. What software tools and services are available to nonprofits at low or no cost that are worth using? Host: Rogue Tulips LLC.

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OCTOBER 4, 2024

The Association Artificial Intelligence Certificate Course teaches the practical use of AI tools for association professionals. Host: UST Education Speaker: Ryan Graham, Chief Revenue Officer, PropFuel Wed 10/9 at 1 p.m. – Association AI. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. . – More info/register. 1 CAE credit.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

One difference this year: “For the first time in the survey’s history, the challenge of generating non-dues revenue topped all other obstacles faced by associations.” That explains the interest in communities like Non-Dues-A-Palooza and Professionals for Association Revenue. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. Daughtry, M.Ed.,

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Higher Logic

JUNE 4, 2019

While it’s important to generate non-dues revenue , that doesn’t mean you have to charge for every single piece of content you’re putting out there. But before all of that, win their trust by offering them insightful and engaging content at no cost. Let’s dive right in. How to Use Virtual Events to Promote eLearning Programs.

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MARCH 24, 2023

Non-dues revenue. A survey conducted by the Professionals for Association Revenue (PAR) revealed that 86% of associations said their business development strategy is underperforming or non-existent. PAR explains why a business development strategy is vital to association revenue health. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. . –

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you feel like you’ve been seeing more press about microcredentials lately, it’s because researchers see growing support from employers and learners, and higher education sees the potential for revenue and renewed relevance. Get a better understanding of when it’s time to build, refresh, or sunset programs to support revenue growth.

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Associations Now

MAY 21, 2019

That’s especially true for associations with declining dues revenue. Taking some time to brainstorm with members provides them a stimulating engagement opportunity and could generate ideas for contributing additional nondues revenue to your organization’s bottom line. Supplemental Education. Podcasting.

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JANUARY 22, 2021

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. The wrong name can turn away prospective members, frustrate people and weaken your brand. – Expert Cost-Saving Tips: Budgeting in the New Normal. Check out Cecilia’s Nonprofit Executive Spotlight series too. Mon 1/25 at 3 p.m. –

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JULY 17, 2020

Meetings Today talked to event planners about revenue diversification, in-person vs. virtual attendee engagement, and managing your mindset. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. The future for event planners. Good question. An optimistic virtual future. CAE credit.

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Spark Consulting

MAY 15, 2019

For instance, the CFA Institute runs a free online program called Investment Foundations that is designed to help people who aren’t Certified Financial Analysts understand what’s involved in being a CFA and why the certification, which is expensive in time and cost and is difficult to earn, is worth investing in.

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Leading Learning

MAY 19, 2022

While the cumulative costs of them makes me second-guess whether the trend in entertainment is a clear winner for consumers, there is one type of subscription I have no reservations about: learning subscriptions. So is non-dues revenue. Was that cumulative cost too high? image by imageproject from Pixabay. I was wrong.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. That easy and “cost-effective” platform or technical solution sounded good at the time, but now you must pay for costly upgrades and patches. – Unlocking the Member Voice: An All New Member Benefit and Revenue Generator.

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