September, 2020

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Rescue Your Non-Dues Revenue with Your AMS

Association Adviser

The world may be changing, but your association can stay on the cutting edge of members' needs and expectations through smart use of your AMS. The post Rescue Your Non-Dues Revenue with Your AMS appeared first on Association Adviser.

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How Dedicated Community Management is Helping These 3 Organizations Level Up Engagement

Higher Logic

The post How Dedicated Community Management is Helping These 3 Organizations Level Up Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic. Learn how using Higher Logic’s community management services has helped three associations revamp their strategies and grow community engagement levels. The post How Dedicated Community Management is Helping These 3 Organizations Level Up Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic.

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6 Data Security Practices For Nonprofits in The Digital Age

Wild Apricot

In this post, we cover the kinds of nonprofit data security breaches that are most likely to happen, and which data security practices your nonprofit can use to prevent them.

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Rethinking Revenue: Your Membership Plan

Spark Consulting

What happens when your membership plan becomes reality? Join me and Dana Anaman (National Association of Professional Insurance Agents) Wednesday, September 30 at 10 am ET as we take you through our journey to increase membership for the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents. We’ll discuss how we approached membership recruitment, onboarding, engagement, retention, and renewal – the full membership lifecycle – to increase membership.

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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 9.18.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Association marketing. In a changing world and uncertain economy, if you want to hold on to a job—or find a new one—you need to acquire and demonstrate mastery of new skills. That’s why it’s a good time for your association to promote your certificate, microcredential and certification programs.

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How to attract top talent

Association Success

The quality of your organization’s culture depends on the people you hire. Poor cultural fits can lead to high turnover rates, low productivity and dissonance among your staff. But finding people who will fit in and help drive growth isn’t always as simple as posting the job on LinkedIn and hoping for the best. . Here are some strategies you can use to attract top talent: Think like a marketer.

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Creating an Automated Welcome Email Campaign for New Members

Higher Logic

The post Creating an Automated Welcome Email Campaign for New Members appeared first on Higher Logic. Put together a successful welcome email campaign for new member onboarding with tips for structuring your automated campaign (and four welcome email templates). The post Creating an Automated Welcome Email Campaign for New Members appeared first on Higher Logic.

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How to Write a Volunteer Thank-You Letter That's Actually Meaningful (+ Template)

Wild Apricot

Showing your volunteers how much you appreciate them with a meaningful thank-you letter can make a big difference in your volunteer engagement and retention. Use our template and examples to get inspired and craft the perfect thank-you letter!

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Make a Difference for DC’s Kids

Spark Consulting

I’m participating in a fundraiser for my favorite nonprofit organization, Reading Partners (where I’m both a tutor and a board member), and ?I’m asking for your financial support.?. Reading Partners works to ensure students from low-income households have the literacy skills they need to succeed in school and life. Although the pandemic has had a significant impact on the ways we work with our young scholars and their families, Reading Partners’ mission remains the same: helping children b

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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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Association Brain Food Weekly: 9.11.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Virtual conference pricing. WBT Systems describes the different factors you need to consider when pricing a virtual conference , and right at the top they say, “Your virtual conference should not be free.”. Virtual conference FOMO. Check out these 14 ways to spark FOMO with your virtual conference from MemberSuite.

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How to Market Credentialing Programs in a Crappy Economy

WBT Systems

How to Market Credentialing Programs in a Crappy Economy. Read more about How to Market Credentialing Programs in a Crappy Economy.

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How taking small risks can drive innovation within your association

Association Success

In 1924, six cardiologists gathered to form the American Heart Association. Since then, the organization has grown into a force to be reckoned with, on an ambitious mission to eliminate cardiovascular diseases. . Associations like the American Heart Associations have built-in strengths in the form of history and tradition. But left unchecked, these strengths can stifle innovation.

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Our Customer Reviews Make Higher Logic a G2 Leader in Online Community Management

Higher Logic

The post Our Customer Reviews Make Higher Logic a G2 Leader in Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic. Find out why G2 named Higher Logic an Online Community Management Software leader for the 6th quarter in a row. The post Our Customer Reviews Make Higher Logic a G2 Leader in Online Community Management appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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Follow These 7 Steps to Create a Nonprofit Marketing Plan

Wild Apricot

Having worked with hundreds of organizations, I can tell you that the ones who develop and follow a strong nonprofit marketing plan grow faster and make a bigger impact than those who don’t. Here are 7 steps to create your own with examples.

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Podcast: Take the Shame Out of Your Career Changing Game

Association Adviser

Take the necessary steps toward achieving your dream job with advice from Nicolle Merrill about changing careers, upskilling and continuous career learning. The post Podcast: Take the Shame Out of Your Career Changing Game appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 9.25.20

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… I’m not publishing Brain Food next Friday (10/2) because I’ll be hiking in southern Utah, so this edition includes all the events I know about in the next two weeks. Virtual conference communications survey. The ASAE Communication Professionals Advisory Council requests your participation in a short, 11 question survey to help the community understand the challenges of planning virtual conference comm

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10 Ways to Entice Members & Prospects to Visit Your Association’s LMS

WBT Systems

10 Ways to Entice Members & Prospects to Visit Your Association’s LMS. Read more about 10 Ways to Entice Members & Prospects to Visit Your Association’s LMS.

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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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How to make your core purpose come alive — and inspire members and employees

Association Success

Pop quiz: Can you recite your organization’s mission statement from memory? If you find yourself struggling to recall every word, you’re not alone. Many associations are weighed down by outdated, ineffective mission statements that are impossible to remember. . Without a clear sense of purpose, associations can begin to drift away from their goals. Employees might struggle to stay aligned around a central mission, and the public might even be confused about what value your association provides.

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Why Every B2B Company Needs to Build a Branded Customer Community

Higher Logic

The post Why Every B2B Company Needs to Build a Branded Customer Community appeared first on Higher Logic. Don’t miss out on the wide-ranging benefits a branded online customer community could have on your entire organization and customer experience. The post Why Every B2B Company Needs to Build a Branded Customer Community appeared first on Higher Logic.

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42 Free Nonprofit Webinars for October 2020

Wild Apricot

Here are all the free nonprofit webinars happening in October 2020 that the Internet has to offer.

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Ask Us Anything: Association Podcasts

Association Adviser

We answer your questions about starting an association podcast to spread industry knowledge, connect with more people and improve your association's brand. The post Ask Us Anything: Association Podcasts appeared first on Association Adviser.

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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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A New Era of Association Meetings for Ambiverts and Introverts

Smooth The Path

Somewhere in my literary travels a long time ago, I read a piece that theorized that most of us were neither introverts or extroverts. Instead, perhaps 80% of the population are ambiverts. Ambiverts have both tendencies; we can feel energized by hosting a party, and also can feel invigorated by an evening of reading by a crackling fire. Up until recently, most association meetings, whether they are conferences, board meetings, or chapter meetings, have been designed for extroverts.

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The Attendee’s Learning Journey Begins, Not Ends, with Your Virtual Conference

WBT Systems

The Attendee’s Learning Journey Begins, Not Ends, with Your Virtual Conference. Read more about The Attendee’s Learning Journey Begins, Not Ends, with Your Virtual Conference.

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4 steps to consider when moving data

Association Success

I will be the first to admit it, I hate to move. Houses, apartments, furniture, out of an extremely comfy chair — moving is oftentimes a huge chore. Moving data can often be more painful and awkward than lifting the heaviest piece of bedroom furniture. That said, after moving and integrating data from three different CRMs, it’s often a necessary evil that, if done well, can come with some tangible rewards for customers and associations. .

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The 3 Pillars of Online Community Engagement

Higher Logic

The post The 3 Pillars of Online Community Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic. Online community engagement is an ongoing process – but your efforts have to start with a solid foundation. Do you have those pillars in place? The post The 3 Pillars of Online Community Engagement appeared first on Higher Logic.

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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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The Donation List Template Your Organization Needs to Stay on Track

Wild Apricot

Download this donation list template so that your organization never loses track of which donations you’ve gotten, as well as who sent them and whether or not they’ve received a thank-you letter.

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Q&A: Planning for an Uncertain Content Year

Association Adviser

Answers to what's on association executives' minds regarding strategy & planning, virtual events, and member surveys from our Aug 2020 benchmarking webinar. The post Q&A: Planning for an Uncertain Content Year appeared first on Association Adviser.

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#WeMakeEvents campaign moves to next phase – Stand as One

Event Industry News

Initially launched by PLASA in response to calls from its membership, the #WeMakeEvents campaign aims to raise awareness around the current plight of the live events sector and how it urgently needs financial support in order to survive the Covid-19 crisis. The initial response has been fantastic, including a collective Day of Action on 11th August with creative expressions across the country, including over 700 buildings lit up in red and other activities that culminated with 4,000 socially dis