February, 2022

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The Great Resignation: Ensuring Continuity for Your Members

Higher Logic

The post The Great Resignation: Ensuring Continuity for Your Members appeared first on Higher Logic. Wondering how to keep the member experience continuous during the Great Resignation? Check out the highlights from our podcast conversation with Josh Slyman. The post The Great Resignation: Ensuring Continuity for Your Members appeared first on Higher Logic.

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43 Event Management Software Tools You Need to Know About

Wild Apricot

What if you had an army of robots to do all the grunt work for your events? This isn’t science fiction: this is the reality of many event managers. Instead of manually processing registrations, running checks to the bank, or trying to keep track.

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Keep the Conference Buzz Going with a Year-Round Learning Community

WBT Systems

After two years of disruption, many of you have been rethinking events.

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Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask)

Association Analytics

The post Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) appeared first on Association Analytics.

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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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Spring Cleaning: 11 Technologies I Can’t Live Without

Aaron Wolowiec

Out with the old and in with the new (or reimagined, repurposed, and recalibrated). Here are 11 technologies Aaron relies on heavily right now to support him, his work, his team, and his clients.

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ISO 27001 Certification: Spot the Real Thing

Higher Logic

The post ISO 27001 Certification: Spot the Real Thing appeared first on Higher Logic. In SaaS, ISO 27001 certification (International Organization for Standardization) is paramount. Here at Higher Logic, security measures are a component of our day-to-day tasks and span everything we do. Our ISO 27001 Certification is something. The post ISO 27001 Certification: Spot the Real Thing appeared first on Higher Logic.

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How to Write The Best Thank-You Letter for Donations + Three Templates and Samples

Wild Apricot

You’ve worked hard to bring in those donations, but does the work stop there? Absolutely not. In fact, in a lot of ways it’s just starting. When a donor makes a gift to your organization — especially if it’s their first one.

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Learning Science Made Easy: Merrill’s Principles of Instruction

WBT Systems

If you manage educational programs, a knowledge of learning science can help you understand how program design makes a difference in how learners process, retain, and apply information.

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Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) – 3/2/22

Association Analytics

The post Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) – 3/2/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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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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The Effects of Omicron on Facilitated Meetings

Aaron Wolowiec

As a result of the Omicron variant, we’ve seen a number of clients this year move trainings, facilitations, and strategic planning sessions from scheduled January and February dates to early spring. Most are citing participants not yet ready to convene again in-person as they remain concerned for the health and wellbeing of both themselves and their families.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 2.18.22

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. Marketing maturity assessment. Mighty Citizen launched The Mighty GPS , a 10-minute self-assessment to measure your association’s marketing maturity. Your maturity score tells you the degree to which your organization is effectively using research, branding, marketing, UX design and content, technology, and your team to achieve business goals.

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Why Your Association Needs Automated Drip Campaigns Now More Than Ever

Higher Logic

The post Why Your Association Needs Automated Drip Campaigns Now More Than Ever appeared first on Higher Logic. Showing each member you know them by sending the right information at the right time is key to retention. But how do you do that to scale? The post Why Your Association Needs Automated Drip Campaigns Now More Than Ever appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Your 2022 Guide to Hosting a Virtual Conference

Wild Apricot

Over the last two years, more and more organizations have made the move to virtual events and conferences. We now have the technology to host thousands of attendees in the virtual space, while providing them with valuable, engaging, and memorable experiences.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

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.

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Compliance Training Programs Bring Triple Digit Revenue Growth to the Texas Restaurant Association

WBT Systems

In the Great Reshuffle going on now, people are moving in and out of jobs and industries. Organizations are adapting to new business models and changing consumer demand.

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How to Make Analytics a Priority – Finally!

Association Analytics

It’s a new year with a new start. You probably have a long list of great things you want to accomplish this year…including making analytics a priority. We can help you move analytics to the top of the list by giving you tips to build a business case and how to articulate it to others. This may seem like a daunting task, but it’s easier than you think.

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Making the Case for Professional Development to Your Staff and Members

Aaron Wolowiec

I was recently asked to design a session on professional development. It’s one session in a series intended for association professionals who want to broaden their understanding of association management in an interactive and engaging manner. One of my goals in designing this session was to make a compelling case (within the first 10 minutes) for association professionals, regardless of their primary functional area, to gain a greater appreciation for the importance of professional development.

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Heroes Shaping the Future of Education Technology

.orgSource

I’d like to introduce you to a group of unsung heroes. While the pandemic was making kids cranky and parents crazy, members of the California IT in Education Association (CITE), were on the frontlines restoring order. They worked tirelessly, often putting their health at risk, to ensure that every child in grades K through 12 […]. The post Heroes Shaping the Future of Education Technology appeared first on.orgSource.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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!

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Engage Members with the Perfect Automated Drip Campaign

Higher Logic

The post Engage Members with the Perfect Automated Drip Campaign appeared first on Higher Logic. Drip, drip, drip…this would be annoying if it was a faucet, but when it comes to email marketing, it’s a smart strategy. The post Engage Members with the Perfect Automated Drip Campaign appeared first on Higher Logic.

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How to Start Grant Writing (+ Templates)

Wild Apricot

As a nonprofit, it’s a good idea to have a variety of revenue sources to fund your missions. One source can be grants. And if you’re looking for support for a specific project or position within your organization, you may have grant writing.

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Learning Science Made Easy: Use Action Mapping to Help Learners Improve Job Performance

WBT Systems

We’re big on differentiators. We’re always on the lookout for ideas to help you design and deliver educational programs that will stand out from your competition. Here’s another one: action mapping.

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Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting an Internship Program

Association Adviser

The word “internships” is defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as “a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting.” The evolution of how we work and learn has prompted organizations with an existing internship program […].

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2025 Association Survey Results Report

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

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Gardian of the Month: Todd Slater

Aaron Wolowiec

Our Gardian of the Month is Todd Slater! Find out his go to networking tips and a subject he'd like to learn more about, he also shares a resource you may be missing out on!

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Good Culture Makes Good Sense

.orgSource

Smiley or sad—which describes your culture? Some people work on a dream team. Others are ready to be a statistic in the Great Resignation. What makes the difference? If your answer was people, go to the head of the class. When I want to explore interpersonal dynamics in the workplace, I look to.orgSource consultant […]. The post Good Culture Makes Good Sense appeared first on.orgSource.

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Making It Personal: Tips for an Effective Personalization Strategy with Vivian Swertinski

Higher Logic

The post Making It Personal: Tips for an Effective Personalization Strategy with Vivian Swertinski appeared first on Higher Logic. The TL;DL: We’re sharing highlights from our podcast conversation with Vivian Swertinski about how to personalize your association’s communications. The post Making It Personal: Tips for an Effective Personalization Strategy with Vivian Swertinski appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Member Experience: Associations’ New Blueprint for Engagement

Smooth The Path

Professional family. Intellectual home. These are some of the terms engaged members use to describe their feelings about their favorite association. Over the years, I conducted 33 research studies on behalf of professional and industry associations, personally chatting with over 473 members. One epiphany from these conversations is how much members not just think but also feel about their membership.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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Learning Science Made Easy: Fast & Furious Instructional Design with SAM

WBT Systems

It doesn’t take long for anyone working in professional development to hear about ADDIE and SAM. Who are these uppercase people? You quickly learn they’re not people but acronyms for instructional design models.

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5 Things You Should Be Doing With Your Communication Strategy

Association Adviser

If there was ever a time to solidify your association as the “voice of the industry,” the time is now. Members are looking to their associations for accurate and thoughtful guidance in an ever-changing world. Balancing the acts of keeping members engaged and connected while meeting association goals amidst trying to roll out new communications […].

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What to Do When Your AMS Vendor Forces You into a Costly Upgrade

Nimble AMS

If you’re being required to move to a new version of y our legacy AMS system, it’s an ideal time to consider your other options. Here’s why a new , modern AMS just might be a better fit for your association. If you’ve been using legacy association management software (AMS) for several years, you know how tough product upgrades can be. But as if the pain and cost of major upgrades weren’t enough to make you cringe, what do you do when your AMS vendor tells you that you must move to their latest p

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