Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 20, 2021
This is a blog post by Christina Tomlinson, VP of Marketing & Events at Pathable. When it comes to successfully hosting a virtual event, one of the biggest hurdles you’ll face is engaging your audience. In fact, according to this survey.
Higher Logic
DECEMBER 21, 2021
The post 2022 Calls for Sound Community Management Strategy appeared first on Higher Logic. We saw unprecedented societal changes from the pandemic on business and daily life over the past 18 months. Our 2021 Engagement Trends Report reveals the association online community engagement trends that emerged. The post 2022 Calls for Sound Community Management Strategy appeared first on Higher Logic.
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WBT Systems
DECEMBER 20, 2021
It’s easy to come up with great ideas for enhancing online education programs. We love doing that for you, and your members probably do too. However, execution is not so easy. You can only do so much.
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 24, 2021
Recently, an association pro began a Collaborate discussion with the question “are associations seeking a reduction of volunteers interested in board or officer positions?” Volunteer burn-out is real and for many associations, we saw that with increasing clarity in the past 18-months. But not all responding said yes. What’s the difference between associations struggling and those succeeding?
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Reid All About it
DECEMBER 17, 2021
The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community…. This is the last edition of Association Brain Food for the year. I’ll see you again on Friday, January 7, 2022. Wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas and a festive, fun holiday season. AMS/CRM software selection survey. 501Works, in partnership with Branching Knowledge, is inviting association staff, vendors and consultants to participate in a survey whose purpose is to improve this industry’s f
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Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 17, 2021
As a fundraiser, you likely spend much of your time promoting your cause, organizing campaigns, and soliciting new gifts. But what happens after a gift has been made? Is the work over? Far from it. This is where donor stewardship begins. Ideally, you’ll.
Higher Logic
DECEMBER 7, 2021
The post 10 Ways to Make Your Members Happy to Get Your Emails appeared first on Higher Logic. Want to send emails that will resonate with your audience? Follow these tips to optimize your emails, from newsletters to automated campaigns, for best results. The post 10 Ways to Make Your Members Happy to Get Your Emails appeared first on Higher Logic.
WBT Systems
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Back in the ‘90s, several innovative associations were our industry’s online education pioneers. But, based on personal experience, the learner experience wasn’t that engaging.
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 9, 2021
On the first day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kara Nacarato shares with us a delicious, sweet pumpkin treat.
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Association Adviser
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Association professionals are used to wearing many hats: leader, communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur, to name a few. It takes a high level of organization and drive to be a successful association entrepreneur, but Diane Wessman of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) manages her responsibilities with aplomb. As Vice President of Operations for RAIC, […].
.orgSource
DECEMBER 7, 2021
Early in my career, I was drawn to the nonprofit world. My attraction centered around the idea of sharing. Competition defines even the friendliest corporate relationships. Associations have a happier orientation to their community. We can learn and grow from each other’s experiences.orgCommunity exists to promote those opportunities. Our C-Suite Circles bring leaders together […].
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 23, 2021
One of the best ways to improve your members’ experience is to provide them with membership cards. Creating them may seem like a fairly straightforward process, but believe it or not, how you design and distribute your membership cards can have.
Higher Logic
DECEMBER 29, 2021
The post Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Create a Culture of Innovation at Your Association appeared first on Higher Logic. Thinking through how your association can bounce back from the effects of the pandemic? Make sure innovation is part of your mindset. The post Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Create a Culture of Innovation at Your Association appeared first on Higher Logic.
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.
WBT Systems
DECEMBER 13, 2021
In the last few years, associations have seen the shortcomings of the traditional, event-centric approach to sponsorship with its bronze/silver/gold/platinum menu.
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 13, 2021
On the second day of holiday baking our Event Garde CEO Aaron Wolowiec shared this delicious cookie recipe.
Association Adviser
DECEMBER 6, 2021
If Netflix has given us anything other than a great variety of movies and shows to binge on, it is that it has decisively revealed that consumers want their content on-demand. This principle holds true with online learners as well. Online learning is not only cost-effective but also provides an ability to better embrace the […]. The post Key LMS Trends for 2022 and Beyond appeared first on Association Adviser.
AvidXchange: Association Management
DECEMBER 17, 2021
Why should you as a finance pro for a community association management (CAM) company start using accounts payable (AP) automation for homeowner association (HOA) management? We’re going to answer that question – but in a different way. We’re not going to give you an extensive list of 15-to-20 generic reasons. Instead, we’ll share four carefully selected and actionable reasons most relevant to you now.
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!
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 6, 2021
If you run a professional association, you know that one of the best member benefits you can offer is the opportunity to network. Now, in-person association networking events can be a bit of a hassle to organize. Not to mention, sometimes they’re.
Higher Logic
DECEMBER 7, 2021
The post 10 Ways to Make Your Members Happy to Get Your Emails appeared first on Higher Logic. Want to send emails that will resonate with your audience? Follow these tips to optimize your emails, from newsletters to automated campaigns, for best results. The post 10 Ways to Make Your Members Happy to Get Your Emails appeared first on Higher Logic.
Virtual
DECEMBER 14, 2021
In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022. In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022.
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 17, 2021
As we come into 2022, we find a populace that is tired. It feels like 2021, while different, was in some ways a continuation of 2020. Successful associations in the coming year will not just need adaptive systems and differentiated value – they will need to demonstrate an incredible, authentic depth of care for humanity. Lowell Aplebaum shares a few 2022 predictions that can bring this into focus.
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Membersuite
DECEMBER 14, 2021
Change fatigue is real—it’s proven. Gartner research says our ability as employees to cope with change is 50% less than what it was before the pandemic. And if the change affects our daily work life, like new technology or a new manager, then its impact is 2.5 times more than bigger organizational changes, like a merger or acquisition. Everyone is about at their limit with change.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Software upgrades can be a costly and time-consuming hassle. . When you’re looking for new software to manage your association, consider the se benefits of using an AMS that’s automatically updated. . On this blog, you’ll often see us mention association management software (AMS) in which all clients are using the same version of the product.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 13, 2021
The holidays are fast approaching, which means ‘tis the season. for nonprofits to launch their year-end giving campaigns. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’ve come to the right place.
Higher Logic
DECEMBER 14, 2021
The post “No Decision” is Still a Decision – What Does it Cost You? appeared first on Higher Logic. Have you put off a decision lately? Could it be costing you more than you realize? The post “No Decision” is Still a Decision – What Does it Cost You? appeared first on Higher Logic.
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.
Event Industry News
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Including changing expectations in the metaverse, how to combat meeting fatigue and social activism. Hubilo Technologies Inc, the hybrid and virtual event management technology company, reveals the top 5 trends set to shake up the events industry in 2022. The forecast comes as the events landscape continues to evolve and expand post-pandemic. Hubilo predicts that technological advances and shifting audience expectations will further drive growth in the events sphere, giving rise to a range of in
Aaron Wolowiec
DECEMBER 21, 2021
On the eighth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kate Pojeta shares with us a cookie favorite that bring decorating fun for the family!
InternetAssociation
DECEMBER 15, 2021
Washington, D.C. – Today, Internet Association’s Board of Directors released the following statement about the future of the organization: “Our industry has undergone tremendous growth and change since the Internet Association was formed almost 10 years ago, and in line with this evolution, the Board has made the difficult decision to close the organization at the end of this year.
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