Higher Logic

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

The sooner associations wake up to the reality that their multigenerational membership base isn’t going to retain itself with an outdated communications strategy, the sooner they can break through to emerging generations and maximize overall engagement and retention. 10 Association Communications Stats + Membership Tips.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

When you’re working with limited resources it can be a struggle to both get new people in the door and then keep them there once you do. Getting in front of target buyers and communicating value happen to be two of the main principles of the common sales process. It’s no secret that growing membership is hard.

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EventMobi: Association Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

That’s why having multiple member retention strategies in place is a must! In this blog post, we’ll cover: How to increase membership retention The best member retention strategies Tips on creating an event strategy for member retention What Is Membership Retention and Why Does It Matter? Engage your members. Implement feedback.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

While these changes may feel overwhelming, there are easy things you can do with your current staff and set of resources that will help position your association to thrive in 2024. Create and communicate your value proposition When your association loses members, do you know why?

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… On my calendar. James Young at Product Community shares ten revenue-generating product ideas. He explains how to build product lines using a framework involving product extensions—an interesting and potentially fruitful strategy.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 31, 2019

When Kim Lear spoke at our most recent Super Forum , she reminded us that improving intergenerational communication has never been more pertinent than now. If it’s the latter, it’s time to reshape your strategy. Effective communication is all about managing expectations. Use member data to strengthen communication.

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NXUnite

MARCH 12, 2024

To help you maximize in-kind donations for your nonprofit, this guide will cover the top strategies for streamlining your in-kind gift process. Establish appreciation strategies to specifically recognize donors for their in-kind gifts. Properly market in-kind gifts by promoting them through multiple communication channels.

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GrowthZone

APRIL 23, 2020

As a technology resource for associations and chambers of commerce, GrowthZone aggregated this list of relevant and useful programs to help member-based organizations. COMMUNICATIONS. Vonage : Free Vonage Business Communications services for non-profit organizations within the US, UK, and Australia. Until July.

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GrowthZone

APRIL 3, 2020

During a crisis situation, timely communication and reacting in the present are essential for associations. Ideally, prebuilding a crisis resource page and having it ready to customize is the best way to prepare the best possible response to an association crisis situation (sometimes referred to as a “dark site”). An RSS feed (e.g.,

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Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Another lesson for me this week that demonstrates how a strategy without the resources to support it is a recipe for failure. We know our strategies are compelling and our volunteers are dedicated, and we think that if we simply bring the two in alignment with each other the execution will take care of itself.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” Online learning strategy. Anais Nin Engagement. Amanda Kaiser makes a good point: “Every minute, members can decide whether to engage or to lean away.” Open your email or not.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 29, 2019

Achieving great engagement requires a commitment to a great member engagement strategy. Why is a Member Engagement Strategy So Important? And the first step to improving member engagement is creating a winning member engagement strategy. How Do You Create an Effective Member Engagement Strategy?

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 16, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “The most important decision you will ever make is to be in a good mood.” Online Communities Series: How to Revive a Dying Online Community Don’t shut down an unengaged community. Voltaire Chapter ambassadors.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 16, 2019

The start of a new year is a great time to reevaluate your current marketing strategy and decide which tools and changes you can implement to drive maximum success in the months ahead. Resource: 3 Customer-Focused Benefits of an Online Community. Is your current strategy promoting positive change?

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… On my schedule. They identify six common mobile engagement strategies and share tactics for implementing them. exam preparations, eligibility, exam content outline, study strategies, practice questions, tips and advice, etc.)

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MemberClicks

JANUARY 8, 2024

…but, that said, do you have a plan for communicating with your attendees? That’s why you’ll want to put together an event communication plan that takes into account what you should tell them about before, during, and after the event. What is an Event Communication Plan? Attendee Feedback : Communication got both ways.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association boards. Impexium and Jeff De Cagna of Foresight First invite you to participate in The Future of Association Boards (FAB) Survey , our community’s first comprehensive tracking survey of board composition, practices and performance.

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Higher Logic

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Let’s take a look at how your association can use your AMS to engage and provide for your members with these five strategies: Create comprehensive member profiles. Automate your communications. Automate your communications. Automate these communications to make sure you reach every member efficiently.

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Reid All About it

JUNE 28, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Workforce trends. exam preparations, eligibility, exam content outline, study strategies, practice questions, tips and advice, etc.) This survey will help them assess inclusivity, equity, and overall well-being in our field. 1 CAE credit.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 25, 2024

When it comes to renewal season, limited resources, set budgets and competing priorities can make it difficult to go outside your comfort zone and try something new. Before diving into strategies, it’s important to have some context about the challenges associations face when renewal reason approaches. Why Don’t Members Renew?

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “Wild is the music of the autumnal winds amongst the faded woods.” Association Executives of North Carolina has gathered resources for those who want to support the recovery efforts of people in western NC. Spooky sponsorships.

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Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Chapters and membership. exam preparations, eligibility, exam content outline, study strategies, practice questions, tips, and advice, etc.) Host: Community Brands Tue 9/10 at 12 p.m. More info/register. More info/register.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 2, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… ASAE Annual exhibitors. Sponsorship strategy. Mark Schaefer says the biggest mistake marketing and communication teams make today is not treating each post and web page like a mini-landing page for your organization. Website content.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 9, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… ASAE Annual. If you’re an industry partner who needs help with content that educates your audience and enhances your reputation in our community , message me in the event app and we’ll find a time to talk while at Annual or after.

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MemberClicks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This shows the urgent need for effective engagement strategies in today’s competitive landscape. Member engagement is the lifeblood of any community-focused organization. In this blog, we’ll explore various strategies and ideas for improving member engagement.

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Associations Now

APRIL 20, 2020

At a time of great uncertainty, many human resources departments are putting more emphasis on happiness and employee morale than ever—and that may be raising the role’s long-term value. The duties of chief people officers, as human-resources heads are sometimes called, look critical right now,” the magazine wrote last month.

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Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 19, 2016

As a writer and professional communicator, nothing (O.K., well, not very much) is more frustrating than people who can’t communicate. But seriously…communication is a hard gig for most companies, especially with the advent of social media. Communication is everywhere. Without content, communication efforts are null.

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Reid All About it

AUGUST 30, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Chapter non-dues revenue. Billhighway shares five strategies suggested by Carrie McIntyre of Navigate for helping chapters become proficient at sponsorship and exhibit sales —advice that applies to anyone in business development and sales.

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SBI

OCTOBER 7, 2020

The AMC Institute, which represents over 180 association management companies (AMCs) that collectively provide full-service management to over 1,800 associations and provide project support to 900 additional associations, has released new research and resources for association and AMCs. Content Strategies. Crisis Communications.

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Mental health. People talk about it in the association world, but how many associations actually provide resources and education about mental health issues to members and industry employers? Member app. Member retention. Zoom fatigue.

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Higher Logic

JANUARY 2, 2019

If these types of marketing strategy questions are floating around in your mind as we enter the new year, keep reading. Ensure s ales operations and marketing operations are in close communication. Your resources need to be high quality to be gated. How can we better engage our customers? How can we produce more qualified leads?

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Reid All About it

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Since webinars are winding down, this will be the last Association Brain Food for the year. They describe strategies for applying game mechanics to influence attendee behavior , including incentives and technology that help you achieve event goals.

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Blue Sky eLearn

JANUARY 14, 2019

What are the best ways that your organization can step up its online strategy in order to acquire more members? When it comes to strengthening your online member acquisition strategy, there is no technique so effective as leveraging social media to expand your outreach abilities. Prioritize social media engagement.

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Membersuite

JUNE 30, 2021

Poor communication from leadership, for example, not providing insight into the progress your association is making towards its goals and the volunteer’s role in that accomplishment. 1: Offer purposeful work: align volunteering with organizational strategy and goals. 5: Provide resources, support and TLC to volunteers.

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GrowthZone

AUGUST 2, 2022

According to the ACCE website, ACCE’s Awards for Communications Excellence program is designed to showcase the top communications and marketing work of chambers of commerce and similar organizations. Chambers of commerce create community impact, more so now than ever before,” said ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly.

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Reid All About it

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Hurricane Helene. Find a list of organizations to support in the Helene Response & Rebuild: Western North Carolina Resource Guide. People have lost their homes, perhaps their businesses or jobs, and all their worldly goods. Sponsorships.

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North Carolina Newsletter Email Marketing Revenue 254

Blue Sky eLearn

MARCH 27, 2018

Prospective members are much more likely to respond positively to a recruitment strategy that feels like a natural part of their interactions with your association than they are with outright marketing strategies that, in today’s media landscape, feel obvious and forceful. Foster a strong online member community.

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