Wild Apricot
MARCH 9, 2016
As a nonprofit manager, you’re always searching for free, or inexpensive ways to broaden your reach, attract new members, and collect more donations. One area to consider is your online presence and network.
Reid All About it
MARCH 24, 2016
“Innovation” is such a buzzword now that I wouldn’t blame association execs for tuning out when they hear it. But I like Jim Carroll’s slant on it: “Innovation is all about adapting to the future.” Now, that’s something we can work with. Jim Carroll is the opening keynote at the digitalNow conference which will take place in less than a month (April 21-23) in Orlando.
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YourMembership
MARCH 2, 2016
ASAE: The center for Association Leadership recently announced YourMembership as a Strategic Partner in their Alliance Partnership Program. We at YM are very excited to be contributing to research programs, charitable causes and more through this partnership in support of associations across the country. Reggie Henry, CAE, the CIO of ASAE, gave us the honor of recording his thoughts on the partnership with YM and the future of technology within ASAE.
Higher Logic
MARCH 29, 2016
Higher Logic has helped Missouri REALTORS ® with building community since April 2012 — that’s when the organization launched its original community, THE LANDING. Since then, Missouri REALTORS ® has watched its member community grow and evolve. This community and member growth led THE LANDING to make some new and exciting changes — it has welcomed a new, dedicated community manager through Higher Logic’s Community Management Services, and recently launched a community ambassador program to furthe
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Aaron Wolowiec
MARCH 1, 2016
Engagement. We know we want it. In most cases, we know we need it. But with the ambiguity surrounding what engagement really is, it’s challenging to develop and deploy strategies we’re confident will grow the participation, reach and value of our education programs. In an attempt to create a unified definition, to illuminate best practices/strategies that truly engage learners and to identify real-world examples of engagement done right, both Tracy King, chief learning strategist of
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Wild Apricot
MARCH 11, 2016
Barry Altland, author recently held an expert webinar with Wild Apricot titled, “How to Build an Amazing Volunteer Recruitment Strategy.” The webinar participants asked Barry many questions about recruitment and volunteering. Read on to see Barry's insights.
Reid All About it
MARCH 15, 2016
This article was originally published in the Association Executives of North Carolina’s Success By Association magazine, February 2016 issue. ~~~. Social media is a great way to connect with others, find and share resources, and build a community. But how do you find time to manage it? At a recent AENC Technology Roundtable , I told my fellow attendees about two time-saving social media tools I couldn’t live without: Hootsuite and Buffer.
YourMembership
MARCH 7, 2016
Analytics You Don’t Want to Miss. In the highly competitive association world, member data is a vital asset that you should be putting to work. Far too often, we underestimate the value of data we have at our finger tips, and overlook some key reports that make our ROI soar. If you are using a Membership Management Software (MMS) system, you have tools at your disposal that can help turn the tide in your membership efforts, and it can really come down to something as simple as running the correc
Higher Logic
MARCH 2, 2016
ABOUT THE SHOW. We’re heading out to Austin, TX this Thursday and Friday for the annual Abila Users & Developers Conference (AUDC), one of our favorite tradeshows of the year. It’s a full line-up of sessions and events on technology, nonprofit and association management and government experts. Everyone will be collaborating and exploring the Live Music Capital of the World!
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Aaron Wolowiec
MARCH 29, 2016
Jessica Pettitt. This month’s guest blog post is by Jessica Pettitt , a diversity expert, educator, speaker and consultant with Good Enough Now. Last summer I attended my first ASAE Annual Meeting. I swam in the hallways of the Detroit Convention Center looking for the correct bus back to one of the many host hotels while trying to network, build business leads and learn about association trends.
Socious
MARCH 24, 2016
You are competing with dozens of distractions when it comes to capturing the hearts and minds of your customers, and engagement is in everyone’s thoughts because it’s one way to get attention in this plugged-in world. Engaging audiences, especially through online communities, can help get your message across in a noisy environment full of people with short attention spans.
Wild Apricot
MARCH 20, 2016
Attend the Membership Growth Online Summit and earn 6 CAE credits towards your designation, or renewal.
Reid All About it
MARCH 25, 2016
Many of you have thanked me for putting together this list each week so I’m going to keep doing it. If your organization offers professional development for the association community, please send me the link via email or Twitter. Tue 3/29 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern DT* – Educating Volunteer & Professional Trainers. Your speakers are subject matter experts, but they’re probably not trained in adult learning.
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.
Potomac Core
MARCH 22, 2016
Can positive association disruption reverse the fortunes for industry professionals and an organization? In a weak economic growth environment, it’s a daunting task. According to the 2016 PWC U.S. CEO Survey concerns “over volatility and over-regulation are rising.” What’s more, Reuters reported that retail sales slipped in a recent report and fourth quarter U.S. economic growth was only 1%.
Higher Logic
MARCH 3, 2016
Starting a community can be intimidating, especially for small organizations -- you don’t have the same pool of resources as larger organizations do. But that doesn’t mean you can’t -- or shouldn’t -- build a community. And it doesn’t doom you to fail. With the right tools, platform and team, an organization of any size can create an awesome, thriving community.
Aaron Wolowiec
MARCH 30, 2016
Emily Thomas. Q & A with Emily Thomas, assistant director and membership manager, Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education. Q: Would you rather sky dive, bungee jump or climb to the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, and why? A: Bungee jump. It’s a bucket list item of mine that gives me butterflies just thinking about it! Q: If you could live someone else’s life for a day, who would it be, and why?
Socious
MARCH 23, 2016
Attending conferences and industry events can be very exciting experiences for customers or members who are looking to network with people in your organization, their peers, and other experts. Live events can deliver a lot of enthusiam for your cause, company, or product. What if you could provide your members with networking opportunities and useful information on the content discussed at the event, long after its ended?
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
MARCH 17, 2016
For Day #2 of the Membership Growth Online Summit you will learn how to set up digital ad campaigns to recruit new members. And today is special, because there will be 2 sessions on this topic! Session #1 @ 11:00 AM (ET) - How to Increase Members with.
Reid All About it
MARCH 25, 2016
Many of you have thanked me for putting together this list each week so I’m going to keep doing it. If your organization offers professional development for the association community, please send me the link via email or Twitter. Tue 3/29 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern DT* – Educating Volunteer & Professional Trainers. Your speakers are subject matter experts, but they’re probably not trained in adult learning.
Optimist Consulting
MARCH 27, 2016
I recently read an interesting report, Leading Engagement from the Outside In, from US based membership consultants Anna Caraveli and Elizabeth Weaver Engel, which offers an alternative view to traditional member engagement activities and metrics when considering levels of member engagement with an organisation. Some membership organisations develop programmes, products, events or even services that they think members need, without involving them in their development.
Higher Logic
MARCH 22, 2016
Do you want to make customer support fun for your customers? And save money for your company? Communities purpose varies, from growing brand awareness and loyalty to gaining valuable insight into your product. But one area communities are particularly effective in is reducing customer support costs -- Gartner found that communities reduce support costs for companies by 50 percent.
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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
MARCH 8, 2016
As some of you may know, I launched my career in nonprofit. I quickly learned that nonprofits play a crucial role in just about every industry. While each nonprofit thrives on its own accord and each offers something unique to the constituents it serves, there are common traits that define a good nonprofit. Perhaps more than anything else, good leadership molds a successful nonprofit.
Socious
MARCH 17, 2016
When you host a golf tournament for different skill levels it’s important for you include activities that fit everyone in attendance. If you don’t, long-time golfers will grow bored from lack of a challenge. However, if you cater only to those with advanced skills, you likely frustrate those who are less experienced. It’s a fine line to ensure everyone is comfortable and accommodated.
Wild Apricot
MARCH 8, 2016
Learn all about how to make your own Membership Funnel to bring in new leads and convert them at this year's Membership Growth Online Summit.
Reid All About it
MARCH 18, 2016
Spring is the perfect time to nurture your professional growth. You can start doing that by setting aside one hour a week for you. Maybe one of these virtual or in-person events will be a good place to start. Mon 3/12 at 9 a.m. Central (networking at 8:30 a.m.) – Dallas Fort Worth Association Executives Association Day. DFWAE has put together a good-looking slate of sessions—good luck making your choices!
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.
Mariner
MARCH 30, 2016
The value of attending a conference or any educational program can feel a bit intangible. Sort of like dining in a restaurant. #Ideas16 was different.
Higher Logic
MARCH 28, 2016
Your community is a platform for your members to voice so many ideas … but not some. Antitrust laws are a combination of federal and state laws designed to regulate how businesses operate, in order to keep competition fair for consumers. But depending on your industry, members can get in some sticky antitrust situations if they begin talking about pricing, wages or other insider information.
Aaron Wolowiec
MARCH 23, 2016
Math just isn’t my forte. Maybe it’s because I work with words every day or maybe it’s just because I don’t get it. It’s fascinating to me how brains are wired so differently. Take my three children: the boys are math and sciences whizzes and my daughter is a singer and artist. So just what makes us tick? There are millions of resources about cognitive science so it’s easy to suffer from information overload.
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