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Pablo Picasso Membership requirement for certification. Many association professionals believe its okay to require membership for certification programs , but, as Apti points out, its definitely not. In fact, its illegal, on antitrust grounds, to tie membership to certification. The entire list seems pretty essential to me.
Mark Athitakis at Associations Now brings a promising idea to the association world: the critical reviewer. If youre embarking on an AMS project, start your research with a review of 108 Ideaspaces list of issues to consider when selecting an association management system (AMS). Devils advocate. AMS selection. More info/register.
Earn up to 5 CAE credits by taking the SEO for Associations Certificate Course. Over the years, weve seen lots of outside players buy or invest in association technology firms. Host: Certification Network Group Speakers: Dale Cyr, MBA, CAE, CEO, Inteleos Larry Lynch, CAE, FASAE, Sr. Association SEO course. AMS selection.
It covers strategy, tactics, technology, AI and more in a post, not a download. Enjoy these recognizable examples of technology or optimization causing us to be worse off than we were before. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Tue 12/10 at 12 p.m. Membership meetups. Snacks Are we too impatient to be intelligent?
The Association Artificial Intelligence Certificate Course teaches the practical use of AI tools for association professionals. Whether you’re in marketing, communications, technology, or another department, this event is designed to provide you with actionable knowledge and networking opportunities. Association AI. More info/register.
Since the EU approved GDPR on April 14, 2016, association technology firms have had lots of time to prepare for GDPR. In this post, we describe what your technology providers should do to help your association comply with GDPR. It also means: Asking co-workers and technology partners a lot of questions. Consent to collect data.
Reviewing posts, prompting responses when needed, assisting community members, and keeping threads organized. Best Community Site Design: International Society for Technology in Education. In a recent effort, AAAE leveraged web tracking to identify members that showed interest in a Certification program based on website behavior.
This often overlooked and sometimes under-appreciated department uses data to drive strategy, best practices to guide training, and technology to hack success. Technology. Selection of Enablement Software and other Technology Tools. Technology Adoption and Optimization. Sales Ops: Table of Contents. Performance.
Sarah Gershman, Harvard Business Review ). This session will review key questions you need to be asking now to craft a successful return-to-work plan. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. What new technologies can they employ? Impexium ). Airstream ).
A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. More info/register. 1 CAE credit.
Jake Toohey, Senior Digital Consultant, Adage Technologies. Joe Post, Vice President Strategy, Adage Technologies. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Moving Training and Certification Online in Less Time. Benjamin Muscolino, CEO, Breezio & AMS Geek.
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Good enough” technology. It’s time to assess your technology stack and partners because you can’t afford to continue settling for “good enough” technology , not if you want to take advantage of emerging opportunities and meet the changing needs of your members and market. Host: ASAE Technology Council. Shrinking network.
At the same time, new technologies and trends continue to reshape the way we use the web, transforming members’ expectations and what to attract and retain them. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Launching a Certification Program in an Unpredictable Environment.
A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. More info/register. CAE credits.
The authors of the whitepaper cite Georgetown University noting “Industry-based certifications address several problems that postsecondary credentials currently face: relevance, accountability, consistency, and portability.” Associations have all the tools to lead the change, but are they ready?
Because skills are the new workforce currency , associations must focus on designing and delivering what members need: digital badges, certificates, and hands-on learning programs. Each class features a live review of real association marketing collateral, along with recommendations for improvement. Innovation culture.
The Book Review (New York Times): my kitchen companion this morning. Mon 2/4 at 2 p.m.* – Are Your Certifications at Risk? Voluntary Certification Legislation in the States. Presenters: Craig Saperstein, Moderator, Pillsbury Law Firm and Professional Certification Coalition. Some things never change. Book Cougars.
Event technology. For their event technology buyer’s guide , EventMobi interviewed 20 association event professionals to better understand the most time-consuming challenges when buying event technology—a good thing to know when starting a selection project. Hear valuable insights on leveraging technology to drive success.
Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Review key contract clauses and learn how to defend them to benefit your organization’s bottom-line. Discuss variables that the hotels consider when reviewing your overall business value. Tue 8/25 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Sheri Sesay-Tuffour, CAE, CEO, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Meet the experts who can solve your technology challenges. For all the technology, our audiences are still human. Tue 3/9 at 12 p.m. 1 CAE credit.
In this MIT TechnologyReview article , he said, “What they wrote was remarkable, and remarkably consistent.”. Christine Exley and Judd Kessler, Harvard Business Review ). Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Elise Dopson, Databox ). Tue 1/14 at 1 p.m. –
Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Old models for delivering technology have been stretched to the breaking point, and associations are adopting new ways of thinking about their technology infrastructure. Hosts: Breezio and Adage Technologies. 1 CAE credit.
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.
Good things happen when you have good relationships with technology partners. Their guide covers configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program, and more. Host: Certification Network Group Speakers: Alyssa Rulf Fountain, Ph.D., Project success stories.
If your members have to acquire new knowledge and skills to thrive in this new pandemic environment, WBT Systems suggests offering this type of certificate (and digital badge) program. Jeff Winters, Harvard Business Review ). Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman.
Blended learning (hybrid, mixed-mode or technology-mediated instruction) is simply combining traditional face-to-face instruction with online learning. Virtual events cannot, and should not replace face-to-face events, but at the same time, in-person learning should be enhanced by bringing in adaptive and personalized technology.
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. Each class features a live review of real association marketing collateral, along with recommendations for improvement. RFP for an AMS. Association AI.
U ltimately, yo ur organization would experience a sharp decline in ROI. Everyone needs technology that provides consistent, hassle-free product upgrades year after year. Consider the recent meltdown of the technological infrastructure of Southwest Airlines and the resulting PR nightmare.
Their guide covers configuring software for abstract submission and peer review, issuing the call for papers, designing the conference program, and more. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Speaker: Alex Mouw, CAE of Amazon Web Services Fri 10/6 at 4 p.m. Next gen membership #1. Bring all your personalization questions.
There has been much discussion lately about the value of digital badges for both association education and certification programs. If you would like a demonstration of how TopClass LMS and OpenBadges can help your organization and your learners to increase the visibility of your education and certification programs, request a demo today.
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. Mon 12/16 at 11 a.m.* – Audit and Improve Peer Review Efficiency at the Journals You Manage. I’ll be happy to feature it as long as it’s not product-centric.
Presenters: Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Attendees will also gain insight by learning benchmarks for success as revealed in the 2019 Global NGO Technology Report. A new episode is posted every Monday by 1 p.m., or subscribe for updates. Host: Rogue Tulips LLC.
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. These days, anyone who’s leading a technology project, like an AMS or other system implementation, needs to understand APIs. Host: Association Women Technology Champions.
Billhighway describes how many associations are helping their chapters overcome technology challenges and pivot to the virtual model. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Live Review (LMS demos). Migrating to a New Community Platform (Connect 2020 Technology Track).
In this high-level workshop, attendees will review key contract clauses, negotiations tips and strategies on how to get to “YES” and review variables that help influence a hotels decision to accept your business. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. 1 CMP credit.
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. For example, if you only offer education through conferences, could you look at incorporating some technology? David Spinks (@DavidSpinks) November 14, 2016.
Association Briefings explains how podcasts benefit associations and their audiences, provides tips for starting an association podcast , and reviews the planning process and issues to consider before you dive in. Host: Association Women Technology Champions. Host: Certification Network Group. Quick hits. More info/register.
By the way, he’s the director of certification and education at the Professional Pricing Society so he knows what he’s talking about. To prepare for the session, please download and review the action brief. Host: Harvard Business Review Presenter: Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, CEO of 20-first. Virtual conference pricing. Content audit.
Eventually, my love of eLearning brought me to the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the organization’s first Director of Instructional Technology. The course was designed to help Radiologic Technologists prepare for the Computed Tomography (CT) certification exam.
You could go it alone and rely on the recommendations of your peers on forums and review sites. They stay on top of online learning trends and are familiar with learning systems and other association technology. Consultants draw on their deep experience to ensure you get the right technology for your existing and future needs.
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