Wed.Jun 26, 2024

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The Power of Inclusive Language in Associations: Building a Welcoming Community

AMR Management Services

Associations are spaces where members from specific professions, fields, or industries can engage, network, and learn. Boards of Directors and association leaders want their associations to be inclusive and valuable experiences for all members. Sometimes, however, we may unintentionally do or say things that make people feel excluded. In our diverse world, associations must strive… The post The Power of Inclusive Language in Associations: Building a Welcoming Community first appeared on AM

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Don’t Stop Thinkin’ About Tomorrow

Spark Consulting

Fourteen years ago, I had the opportunity to attend a futurist session held in honor of the 50th anniversary of the CAE program. After a dense presentation by facilitator Marsha Rhea, we broke into 10-year, 30-year, and 50-year discussion groups. I found myself in the 30-year group (2040) and discovered that my fellow discussants could not seem to wrap their minds around things like sea level rise and the encroaching crisis in fresh, potable water.

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Predict 2024 – Acumen User Conference: 10/28 & 10/29

Association Analytics

The post Predict 2024 – Acumen User Conference: 10/28 & 10/29 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Finding Your Nonprofit Niche: A Guide to Standing Out

NXUnite

Niche marketing strategies allow organizations to target very specific audiences. These audiences typically have unique needs and preferences. However, the benefit is that you’ll connect with individuals who are more likely to convert—for businesses, that might mean making a purchase. For nonprofits, that might mean donating or supporting in another way.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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9 free eBooks to help you brush up on basics and build new skills

Candid

Summer is a great time to explore Candid’s collection of free eBooks and audiobooks for titles that can help you achieve your goals as a nonprofit professional. Our collection covers a variety of topics to meet you where you are in your nonprofit career—whether you’re brushing up on core skills, leveling up your leadership skills, or venturing beyond your comfort zone to get ahead of the curve on new technology.

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Just Peel – Event Suppliers That Get the Job Done

Event Industry News

In the dynamic world of event planning, finding reliable suppliers who can deliver quality and sustainability is paramount. The demand for eco-friendly solutions has always remained the same as the industry evolves. Enter Just Peel, an event supplier that has revolutionised the market with its innovative product, cupapeel.

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How to Build a Member Ambassador Program

MemberClicks

Building a community around your brand is an essential part of getting your brand out to more people. One of the more effective ways to do this is creating a member ambassador program. For those who are new to this concept, a successful member ambassador program can expand your reach to new supporters and create deeper connections with current supporters of non-profits – or customers for profit-based businesses.

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Solving the Voluntary Turnover Problem (Part 1)

PROPEL

In my previous post in this series, I did a deeper dive into the costs of voluntary employee turnover. I showed how reducing your annual turnover rate by 3% could save you between $135,000 and $540,000 EVERY YEAR, depending on the size of your association. In this and the next several posts, I’ll show you how to achieve those savings.

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How to Host a Successful Job Fair in 10 Practical Steps  

MemberClicks

Job fairs need no introduction in terms of their usefulness, desirability, and time-honored place in the professional world. However, knowing that job fairs are good and knowing how to host a job fair are two very different propositions. The good news is, hosting a successful job fair that turns heads, drives dues, and earns you community standing is easier than you might think.

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Find New Non-Dues Revenue Streams for Your Organization with This Free Guide

Struggling to generate revenue beyond membership dues? You're not alone. Our free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Non-Dues Revenue for Associations , offers practical strategies to help your organization boost financial health. Inside, you'll explore creative ways to generate income, including: Educational offerings tailored to your audience Event-based revenue opportunities Job boards that drive engagement and income Corporate sponsorship ideas A checklist to evaluate and strengthen your current a

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A great example of a data integrity report!

Effective Database

A great example of a data integrity report! A couple months back I discussed the importance of data integrity reports. One of my past clients and a longtime reader, David Churchill at Grantmakers in Health, offered up this idea, which I think is fantastic and should be added to any association's list of data integrity reports.