Association Adviser
AUGUST 16, 2022
As association leaders, you have a responsibility to your team and your members to keep your membership database organized and up to date with clean information on a day-to-day basis. To maximize your time and use of technology, you may be utilizing association management software (AMS) or deciding if this solution is right for your […]. The post Your AMS Should Include These 5 Features?
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 10, 2022
If you’re looking to bring in secure funding for your nonprofit organization, annual fundraising is a must-do! A watertight annual fund campaign helps you strengthen donor relationships, bring in new supporters and secure your operational expenses.
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Membersuite
AUGUST 5, 2022
Is your current membership model meeting the needs and desires of the different types of people and companies in your association’s industry? I bet it is not and you are likely leaving money on the table and creating renewal blockers. Membership tiers that worked before the pandemic may not be the best or only ones to offer now. “ You are not who you were ,” said Dean West, FASAE, president of Association Laboratory.
PROPEL
AUGUST 19, 2022
Many organizations I work with wish they did innovation better. When we assess their culture, we see a common pattern: they are valuing the concepts of innovation (creativity, future focus, etc.), but they don’t put as much value inside their culture on the practices of innovation (experimentation, risk taking, beta testing, etc.). The result is limited innovation.
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Nimble AMS
AUGUST 30, 2022
We had such a great time seeing you in Nashville at ASAE Annual 2022 ! While on the exhibition floor, we talked, we laughed, and we gave away amazing prizes. We also learned from some of the finest minds in the association space. . The theme of this year’s conference was Disruption=Opportunity. Each session we attended expanded on this theme perfectly, proving that trailblazing associations and innovative software like Nimble AMS have the power to transform any pain point into progress. .
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Association Adviser
AUGUST 2, 2022
Byline: David Freeman & David Butler Building a Future-Proofing Strategy – How to Diversify Your Non-Dues Revenue Part 2 We can’t predict the future, but we can prepare for it. Future-proofing helps to ensure that your association continues long after major disruptions. One of the best ways to future-proof? Diversifying your non-dues revenue (NDR) sources. […].
WBT Systems
AUGUST 8, 2022
How about a little homework before you attend the upcoming ASAE Annual Meeting in Nashville? I promise it won’t take much time at all.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 31, 2022
How do I create a membership website through WordPress? Why should I use WordPress? These questions probably landed you on this page. Creating the best membership website for you can be a daunting task. There's lots to consider! Fortunately, you've.
Association Analytics
AUGUST 18, 2022
The post An Association Data Story: Using Analytics to Fuel Growth appeared first on Association Analytics.
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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
Aaron Wolowiec
AUGUST 9, 2022
Halmyre has released their latest report: Growing Value: Findings of Halmyre's Non-Profit Value Proposition Survey. This is based on the 2022 survey of Non-Profit Executives about value proposition, member engagement, pricing strategy, and data intelligence. Here are two highlights from the learning.
Reid All About it
AUGUST 19, 2022
The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Because I’m away next week at the ASAE Annual Meeting and elsewhere, I’m not publishing Association Brain Food on Friday, August 26. This edition includes all the free events I could find for the next two weeks. I’ll be back with more on Friday, September 2. Webinars.
Spark Consulting
AUGUST 3, 2022
We’re at the midpoint of the Top 10 All-Time Spark blog posts, with #5: 10 Tips for Creating an Effective Marketing Piece. The original piece was written in response to a conference presentation I’ve given a handful of times, where I ask participants to submit their marketing pieces ahead of time, I work with the sponsoring organization to mount them on foamboard and place them around the room on easels in advance, and then after sharing the 10 Tips, I hand the attendees markers and
WBT Systems
AUGUST 1, 2022
Combine uncertainty about the economy with post-pandemic reflections on how we value and spend our time and money, and you have the conditions for membership recruitment and retention challenges.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
Wild Apricot
AUGUST 8, 2022
Ready to build your membership website? Not sure which platform to use? Don’t worry! Even if coding isn’t in your wheelhouse, Webflow is just one of the great website builders that you can use to create your membership site, no technical.
Higher Logic
AUGUST 30, 2022
The post 4 Practices that Lead to Innovation with AMGA’s Director of Council Relations appeared first on Higher Logic. Experimenting, taking chances, learning from successes and failures…these are the things that keep association offerings fresh and relevant. And that spells retention. The post 4 Practices that Lead to Innovation with AMGA’s Director of Council Relations appeared first on Higher Logic.
Aaron Wolowiec
AUGUST 19, 2022
Alissa Parady is our Gardian of the Month! Find out how she learns best, what type of networker she is, how she likes to apply what she's learned and her favorite thing about Summer.
Reid All About it
AUGUST 12, 2022
The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Membership model. It’s the right time to reevaluate your association’s membership model , says MemberSuite, because members (and their employers) most likely have different expectations, preferences and needs after two years of economic and pandemic-induced change.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Association Analytics
AUGUST 18, 2022
The post An Association Data Story: Using Analytics to Fuel Growth – 8/31/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.
WBT Systems
AUGUST 29, 2022
As fall approaches, you or your members might head back to school, perhaps taking an online class for the first time.
.orgSource
AUGUST 8, 2022
To make a point about technology and its impact on the future of work, Hugh Lee, Co-Founder of Fusion Productions, told me this story: “Several years ago, we invited some young presenters who were developing cutting edge farming technology to digitalNow. They were using drones to fly over fields and analyze the irrigation and fertilizer […]. The post Drones, Robots, and Farmers—Prepare Your Association To Meet Fast-Moving Technology Trends appeared first on.orgSource.
Higher Logic
AUGUST 26, 2022
The post Answers to Common Email Marketing Questions (Vol. 2) appeared first on Higher Logic. With all the tools and technologies available, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the things that can be done when marketing to association members. That’s why we are answering some of the most common email. The post Answers to Common Email Marketing Questions (Vol. 2) appeared first on Higher Logic.
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GrowthZone’s 11th annual survey highlights trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the membership industry through insights from U.S. and Canadian association professionals. Get your copy of the 2025 Association Survey Results Report to see how your organization measures up: The biggest challenges associations are facing Membership retention trends and non-renewal insights Strategies for automatic renewals and reinstatements Shifts in member engagement tactics Why members are joining (and sta
Aaron Wolowiec
AUGUST 26, 2022
During the Michigan Society of Association Executives, members and attendees had the opportunity to participate in a facilitated exercise to identify and explore current forces at play that are affecting them and their organizations. Following is an overview of those sessions led by Event Garde team members, along with the strategic insights and actionable business intelligence association leaders can apply to their work immediately.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 17, 2022
Hire Space and Event Tech Live (ETL) have partnered to showcase London’s leading High-Tech venues at ETL London on November 16 th & 17 th at the show’s new home of ExCeL London. Hire Space is an event technology and services company which operates hirespace.com , a marketplace of over 100,000 venues globally. As part of their partnership with ETL London, Hire Space have negotiated the opportunity for High-Tech venues to showcase their expertise as part of a dedicated hub in front of the var
Association Analytics
AUGUST 3, 2022
The post Predict 2022 – Acumen User Conference – 10/26/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.
WBT Systems
AUGUST 15, 2022
‘Webinar’ has become a dirty word. For many, it conjures 10 minutes of introductory ‘housekeeping’ followed by a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation and, if you’re lucky, 5 minutes of Q&A.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Nimble AMS
AUGUST 23, 2022
What is the state of your member data? According to Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, while data analytics is a higher priority for organizations, just one-third of association professionals report their data is excellent or very good. What’s causing this disconnect? It could be as simple as an organization is yet to set any goals, visions, or KPIs for its data.
Higher Logic
AUGUST 17, 2022
The post Answers to Common Email Marketing Questions (Vol. 1) appeared first on Higher Logic. Make sure you have the basics covered when starting any email marketing campaign. . The post Answers to Common Email Marketing Questions (Vol. 1) appeared first on Higher Logic.
Aaron Wolowiec
AUGUST 16, 2022
Kate Pojeta is convinced that if she had a typical "9-5" job, she would have been fired by now, multiple times over. Her colleagues would despise her. She would be unemployable in most work places. But, she loves the work that she does and enjoys working because of that, so why in the world would she get fired?
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