Spark Consulting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Calling all marketing, membership, and communications professionals! One of our tasks is to help with the proposal process for the 2014 Marketing, Membership, and Communications Conference. communication conferences crowdsourcing marketing membership ASAE' What do you want to learn? What would you like to learn?

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2025

Capacity Building funding provides much-needed support for what many organizations had been doing without: resources to strengthen leadership and boards, professional development, technology, evaluation, strategic planning, communications, etc. We held live webinars and community office hours where applicants could ask questions.

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Optimist Consulting

JULY 20, 2016

Here are my reflections on what you need to consider when communicating difficult messages to members. Plan enough time: Rushing communications through could lead your members to wonder why this is happening so quickly. Have you had to communicate difficult messages to your members? What challenges did you face?

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InternetAssociation

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Dane Snowden released the following statement after the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology held a hearing on proposed legislation: “Today’s hearing highlighted many challenges, but the proposals examined by the subcommittee impact the entire internet ecosystem and are problematic.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 10, 2020

Event communications. MemberSuite suggests rethinking your normal promotional communication style when marketing a new virtual event. They also suggest ideas for communicating with people who registered for your cancelled event and other event stakeholders and provide advice on event FAQ page content. More info/register.

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MatrixG

AUGUST 13, 2022

Last week, I attended and spoke at the International Foundation’s Technology and Benefit Communications Conference, held in Boston, MA. I spoke on the topic of “Next-Generation Tools to Enhance Your Communications,” or next-gen tools to communicate benefits to employees. Her advice? Megan’s advice is brilliant.

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Jamie Notter

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

So if you know that you need to make some important changes inside your organization, you should worry less about moving people’s cheese, and you should focus more on whether or not your proposed change makes fundamental sense to the. Explaining the why is a good thing, of course, but that’s typically not the source of confusion.

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Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Impexium describes the steps for creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software (AMS). They’ll answer your questions on membership related to member communities (e.g., Host: Higher Logic Vanilla Speaker: Diana Morgan, Community Consultant and Leader Thu 11/14 at 10 a.m. – Illuminating. RFP for an AMS.

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Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

Here are five examples of priorities you might find in your association’s strategic plan, along with key points for how community helps. The engagement data generated by your community can help your membership team determine who is likely to renew and who is at risk. MTI chose online community as a tool for digital transformation.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

Read our blog for tips to communicate better with your board, empowering your board members to future-proof your association with a modern AMS. 3 ways to prepare for your next board meeting To ensure your board members focus on the larger picture and embrace your vision for future-proofing the association, follow these helpful strategies: 1.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. . Sara Maldonado specializes in digital communications and client relations.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. community, where she co-chaired a successful United Way Fundraising Campaign for 2013-14.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 6, 2024

AMS request for proposals (RFP). Impexium describes the steps for crafting a request for proposals (RFP) that will bring your association the best options for new association management software (AMS). Matt Locke at Attention Matters suggests three tactics for making your organization seem like a safe choice. More info/register.

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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. A new membership system will give you the tools you need to improve how you communicate with, market to, and deliver value to your members. Data cleansing.

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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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Event Industry News

MAY 11, 2020

They have gained first-hand experience on communicating and collaborating remotely and are keen to use their experiences and skills to get their careers started. If you would like to be introduced to our students, please fill out our Digital Internship information form and we will start the matching process.

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Mary Byers

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Develop a customized proposal for each company that leverages the associations communications channels and audiences in a way that fulfills members needs and fulfills the companys business and marketing needs. Discuss and negotiate the proposal with each company. Once you have a sponsorship in place, dont take it for granted.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 28, 2022

Google Proposes New ‘Topics’ Approach to Replace Cookie Tracking. Two-Part Webinar Series] Learn how to manage all aspects of your email marketing and communications for 2022. February 24: How to Do Your Own Nonprofit Communications Audit with Kivi Leroux Miller. Or do you just need inspiration in general?

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Spark Consulting

FEBRUARY 14, 2014

Communication is the key – you have to meet your potential donors where they’re at. It’s all about relationships – communication should come from the person the potential donor knows best (and that may not be the chief fundraising officer). What the heck is a foundation and why do they exist?

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Depending on the committee’s findings, the report may request funds for a list of proposed activities. . A board report also works to outline potential risks for board members, sometimes creating a full risk assessment for review or opting to put a committee in charge and letting the board vote on proposed actions.

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InternetAssociation

JUNE 17, 2020

Washington, DC – I A interim President & CEO Jon Berroya released the following on news reports that the Department of Justice (DoJ) is releasing proposed legislative changes to Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act: "Rolling back Section 230 protections will make it harder, not easier, for online platforms to make their platforms safe.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

This leads to better communication, and over time, a more organized set up so you won’t be overwhelmed by where to go for the data you need in the moment. If the departments within your association are not communicating with one another about the data available, you might have an accessibility problem.

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Association Leaders

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

It was an interview with Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Clear Channel Communications. When his team proposes a new idea to him, he listens carefully then asks what the dissenting point of view is. I read an interesting article today. You can read the article here. Mr. Pittman has a different theory.

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Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 9, 2016

The proposals submitted by the winning cities exceeded our expectations. I look forward to communicating with you next week! “Congratulations to the cities selected for our 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 ASAE annual meetings and expositions,” said John Graham, ASAE president and CEO. “We Share some Twitter love.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

The 4Cs or critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication complement technology and will serve any organization well in competitive markets. Welcome every proposal. Enhance Communication The other three Cs depend on this fourth quality. I’m not sure communication is the priority it should be.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: How to adapt your communication approach and expectations with both mentors and mentees during pandemic times. marketing and communication professional. Topics include strategy, requirements, proposals, demos and selection, implementation, and buying in a pandemic.

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YourMembership

APRIL 5, 2016

Listening to and understanding the business needs of your advertisers helps them to feel reassured that you have their best interest in mind when proposing solutions. Speaking to their business needs in your proposal will help the advertiser feel more comfortable and more likely to be successful working with you.

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Spark Consulting

OCTOBER 20, 2022

People don’t trust each other or communicate well internally. ” Again, expectation setting is a shared responsibility and should happen early in the process – like during the proposal or, at the latest, at the kickoff meeting. Different departments maliciously conceal information from each other.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 17, 2020

This CEO dialogue will include real case examples and examine key topics including the timeframe for decision-making, board involvement, refund policies, and communication with registrants. Presenters: Alexis Fermanis (moderator), Communications Director at the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors. 1 CAE credit. Host: Idealware.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 7, 2019

Moonshots might seem unrealistic when first proposed, but that didn’t stop Henry Ford or the Wright brothers. Learn what it takes to understand your needs and how to establish requirements, draft a clear, thoughtful request for proposals (RFP), and create an effective process for evaluating and selecting a vendor. More info/register.

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Candid

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It’s ironic: Despite having many more ways to communicate with their constituencies today—through social media, email, webinars, Zoom, and in-person events—many nonprofits still struggle to reach a broad audience. If you’re new to nonprofit communications, spend some time learning which ones are focused on your field.

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Reid All About it

MARCH 25, 2016

Secrets to Communicating Technical Topics to Non-Technical Audiences. Presenters: Christina Garneski (moderator), VP Marketing, Communications & Events, National Parking Association. – Email Marketing: The Workhorse of Online Communications. Join live or view the recording. Wed 3/30 at 12 p.m. More info. (1

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InternetAssociation

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Washington, DC — Today, Internet Association (IA) filed reply comments with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Petition for Rulemaking on Section 230. IA filed its initial comments on the petition earlier this month. . “A

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. . Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2020

The EIA, comprising ESSA, the AEV and the AEO has, last night, delivered an open letter (attached) to the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, and the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak after the continued lack of support provided to the event industry, despite DCMS having communicated approval of both guidance and pilot exhibition.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. Before you even think about creating a request for proposal (RFP), you must spend time on the LMS requirements gathering and analysis process.

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AssociationChat

APRIL 6, 2022

Proposal Title: “The Effects of the Intersectionality of Gender and Race on Members’ Involvement in Membership Associations”. Tentative Timeline: The anticipated research timeline based on the proposal is August 2022-July 2023. Vice President, Corporate Communications & Public Relations 202-626-2798. Chris Vest, CAE.

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