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MAY 15, 2020

Virtual conference success story. I’m going to keep my eye out for good stories since everyone’s trying to learn about virtual conferences right now. Virtual conference of the week. Sarah Gershman, Harvard Business Review ). If you know of a good one to share, please let me know. Impexium ). Airstream ). 1 CAE credit.

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JULY 31, 2020

Planning virtual conferences. Lisa Block at Velvet Chainsaw Consulting suggests a list of questions to consider—about business model, meaningful engagement and content development—when planning a virtual conference. Jeff Winters, Harvard Business Review ). Virtual event sponsorships. Kendall Walters, Vidyard ).

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JUNE 12, 2013

If “real innovation is always the outcome of ongoing discourse among a small group of innovators who truly understand the importance of what they’re working on,” what does that mean for open innovation projects ? Does the existence of language stifle innovation? (as

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JUNE 18, 2021

Virtual conference networking. Lee Gimpel of Better Meetings is calling out virtual conference organizers for giving the label “networking opportunities” to five types of experiences that don’t deliver on the networking promise , including the ubiquitous chat box. Lessons learned while planning a hybrid conference for APHON.

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JUNE 25, 2014

Also, Associations Now has a nice roundup post on the conference, and the MMCC website has a good summary , too. Maddie Grant’s session at MMCC on tech tools for the socially savvy got a ton of good word of mouth last week. Did you know she created a post about it? Which of these 20 business mistakes is your association making?

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

The only conference designed exclusively for component relations professionals (CRPs), CEX is a forum for association professionals who manage, nurture, and work with chapters to share successes, struggles, strategies, and innovations with your peers. Live Review (LMS demos). – Live Review (LMS demos). to 4:45 p.m.

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DECEMBER 4, 2013

Conference content myths , conference content realities (I’m actually not so sure that last one is a myth…). Should Tor be built into web browsers ? It will protect us from the NSA…and kill analytics. And there’s now a cheap Tor device you can get for home use. You’d be wrong. .

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MAY 8, 2013

The innovation matrix , and is post-Jobs Apple in trouble (also related)? Jeff Hurt urges us to put our conferences on an information diet. blog roundup innovation marketing strategy Big Data Fast Company Innovation Excellence Internet privacy Jeff Hurt Steve Drake Technology Review' The answer is important.

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AUGUST 21, 2013

An oldie but a goodie from Guy Kawasaki on innovation (h/t to the SocialFish for highlighting it). Top membership takeaways from #ASAE13 as identified by the always fab Joe Rominiecki. Running an end of year campaign ? Farra Trompeter can help you. A group of smarties is working to jailbreak the Internet out of corporate control.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

They describe how to cultivate an organizational growth mindset so you can prepare your team and association to innovate and thrive. If your association fits any of the five scenarios described by Lowell Aplebaum, FASAE, CAE, in his recent post, it’s time to review your strategic plan. Good enough” technology. Shrinking network.

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MAY 22, 2020

Virtual conference complaints—and solutions. We’ve had a few months now of quickly planned virtual conferences and learning events. WBT Systems has been tuning in—they describe ten attendee complaints about virtual conferences and provide suggestions to resolve them. Virtual conference success stories. Here’s another one.

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JUNE 26, 2020

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Inclusive conferences. Barbara Palmer at PCMA Convene lists eight ways conference organizers, sponsors, speakers and attendees can make conferences more racially diverse. Conference and education teams. Virtual conference advice.

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MAY 7, 2014

People coming to your conference for networking? Top ten reasons why innovation fails. (Oh Why not give them a hand ? Change your thinking on SEO. Just because you have a responsive website doesn’t mean you have a great mobile strategy. NTEN helps fill in the missing pieces. Oh associations, do you see silos?).

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APRIL 1, 2014

At CalSAE’s ELEVATE Conference last week, I attended a session on association trend spotting led by Shelly and Mark Alcorn. Harvard Business Review recently highlighted this same trend in looking at “ super consumers.” Which means we can spend $1 per member trying to get people to our conference.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Is it time to dump the conference call for proposals ? blog roundup fundraising innovation leadership marketing social media Associations Now Constant Contact John Haydon Technology Review Twitter' Twitter: your (highly addictive?) ideal community , all in one place?

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MARCH 26, 2014

An interactive general conference session? The key to innovation? blog roundup innovation leadership marketing membership social media Associations Now Copyblogger Facebook John Haydon online advertising professional development Shelly Alcorn Technology Review Twitter' Here’s what you need to look for.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The “Future Meeting Space” innovation network has now released its innovation catalogue 4.0, presenting a comprehensive and sound overview of innovative technologies from AI to quantum computing, that can significantly impact business events in the future. The newly released innovation catalogue 4.0

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AUGUST 21, 2020

One virtual conference pretty much looks like another—”talking heads on a screen, chat boxes on the side and maybe some Zoom breakout rooms.” Learn how to take events online in a way that will deliver high value, create an engaging experience, and preserve the outcomes you were seeking to achieve with your in-person conference.

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JANUARY 11, 2019

John Hagel, Harvard Business Review ). Branded fruit is the new conference swag. We’ll focus on themes like the role of components in the association ecosystem, harnessing innovation from your chapters, and addressing the volunteer issue. Review the most common technical mistakes when completing an application.

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OCTOBER 11, 2019

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Dave Lutz of Velvet Chainsaw Consulting says conferences are missing the boat by offering mostly novice or intermediate content. Many parents don’t attend your conference because they can’t or can’t afford to leave their children behind at home.

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JULY 10, 2020

Virtual conferences and events held in March and April were at an advantage—attendees weren’t yet in full-on Zoom fatigue. Virtual conference success. The American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians went virtual with their conference early in the pandemic, March 19, to be exact. Virtual conference sponsorships.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

At MIT Technology Review, Tanya Basu shares ideas for helping remote workers recreate watercooler moments —the same ideas can help you simulate conference hallway conversations too. Virtual conference sponsors. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. More info.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

In this MIT Technology Review article , he said, “What they wrote was remarkable, and remarkably consistent.”. Maybe one sign of a looming implosion… your conference is stuck in the dark ages. Christine Exley and Judd Kessler, Harvard Business Review ). Elise Dopson, Databox ). A new episode is posted every Monday by 1 p.m.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

TopClass LMS explains how to use emotional marketing triggers to persuade people to register for an educational program or conference. Equip yourself with innovative approaches to adapt community engagement strategies in an AI-augmented landscape. The Engaging Conference 4.0 The Engaging Conference 4.0 More info/register.

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JUNE 12, 2017

Provide a review of the basics or refreshers of prerequisite courses. Include material from a more advanced course, conference session recording, or webinar. Industry influencers, trailblazers, or innovators. #6 Students in advanced programs could also perform these reviews for credit under the instructor’s supervision. #9

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JUNE 25, 2021

Most of the people I know who exhibited at virtual conferences this past year were not pleased with the results. Virtual conference pricing. Agnes Amos-Coleman, MBA, CMP, education, conference, event, certification consultant, Amos-Coleman. Host: 100 Reviews/Non-Dues-A-Palooza. Virtual expo. Guest: Sanjay Deo.

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APRIL 4, 2025

– Stage Programs & Professional Hosts for Associations Whether its a conference, annual meeting, or virtual event, associations must captivate audiences, spark engagement, and leave lasting impressions. Hear how associations can harness AI for growth, innovation, and long-term success. More info/register. More info/register.

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

Frugal innovation. Due to the pandemic and uncertain economy, associations are constantly creating new resources for members and making changes to business as usual—yes, they’re innovating! WBT Systems describes 12 essentials for frugal innovation , the only kind your budget probably allows. Virtual conference pricing.

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MAY 28, 2021

With the switch this past year to online courses and conferences, many associations came to the troubling conclusion that their instructors and presenters didn’t know how to provide an enjoyable or effective learning experience. Collaborative innovation. Event Tech Innovation Summit. Train-the-trainer. Surface inclusion.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

And now that I’m a working professional, I get giddy at the thought of attending conferences. It’s about much more than setting up educational programming in an LMS and conducting performance reviews. Technology provides the ability to manage talent and deliver learning in innovative ways. I’m a self-professed word nerd.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

At The Paris Review, former W hotel bartender Stephen Haines explains what happened after the brand’s acquisition by Marriott. How Associations Can Increase Revenue Through Strategic Partnerships Many associations limit the value of their partnerships to annual meetings or member conferences. The Engaging Conference 4.0

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MAY 30, 2025

– Strategic Planning is NOT Strategic Thinking Explore the critical distinction between planning and thinking strategically, offering insights and tools to help your organization adapt, innovate, and thrive in a rapidly changing world shaped by uncertainty and opportunity. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. 1 CAE credit. to 4:45 p.m.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

Conference design. Conference/abstract management. Ex Ordo describes how to implement conference and abstract management software for medical, technical, scientific, and academic association events. Competing against niche professional organizations, membership and conference revenue has “slowed to a trickle.”

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JULY 3, 2020

Processes, policies and traditions are all areas of concern when it comes to DEI, but this meaty read, The Manager’s Guide to Inclusive Leadership — Small Habits That Make a Big Impact from First Round Review, describes small behavioral steps leaders can take to create a more inclusive workplace. Bruce Feiler, Harvard Business Review ).

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

And now that I’m a working professional, I get giddy at the thought of attending conferences. It’s about much more than setting up educational programming in an LMS and conducting performance reviews. Technology provides the ability to manage talent and deliver learning in innovative ways. I’m a self-professed word nerd.

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OCTOBER 28, 2016

He also reviews four books that “can open your eyes to the importance of neuro-plasticity and how you can intentionally take steps to increase your brain’s productivity.” Demystify Innovation at Your Association (Association Chat). – Surprisingly Simple Tips to Ensure You’re Sourcing High-Quality, Original Conference Content.

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APRIL 3, 2018

” Or, “conferences are a great reminder of things I know we should do.” ” The conference, as busy as it is, is an oasis of thought and learning. Within their notes, in the conference app, and in a pile of business cards are their best intentions. Related: The problems attendees experience at conferences.

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