Higher Logic
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
The post Why I Keep Coming Back to Super Forum appeared first on Higher Logic. Will we see you at Super Forum 2021? Find out why these repeat attendees keep coming back every year. The post Why I Keep Coming Back to Super Forum appeared first on Higher Logic.
WBT Systems
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
You made it this far through the pandemic without an LMS, and with in-person conferences back on the schedule, why would your association need an LMS now?
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Spark Consulting
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Join me and the nice folks from Grype Digital on Tuesday, October 12 at 3:30 pm ET for Explosive Growth for Associations Through Better Membership Management , the second episode of their second season of video podcasts. On the pod, we’ll talk about things like: Levels of engagement (not everyone wants to be maximally engaged, and that’s OK!).
Aaron Wolowiec
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Having attended, planned and facilitated a number of in-person meetings over the last couple of months, following are 10 hotel challenges Aaron experienced that you should be aware of and plan to overcome as you work on fall and winter events.
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Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Are you in charge of a budding mentorship program at your association? You’ve designed the program, recruited participants, and matched mentees with their mentors. Now you may be asking, is it time to let them go off and meet on their own or.
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Nimble AMS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Four ideas from the retail world for your association’s member service. Want to provide your members with great service? Of course — what association doesn’t? A great way to provide better member service is to consider your own experience at your favorite retailers. If you think about it, we tend to frequent stores that make things easy on us and provide us with a great customer experience.
Achurch
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Before the pandemic, our calendars were already overloaded with meetings. The COVID hit, and our in-person and virtual meeting became ALL virtual. Staying connected is an admirable intention, but our mania for meetings has had a negative impact: an increase in virtual fatigue and a decrease in productivity. It’s time to stop the madness and question the need for so many meetings.
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Discover more things you can do with WlidApricot this fall. We've added a new integrations page on our website, explaining all the tools you can use to automate more and provide your members with more value. As well, see our latest blog post, including.
Membersuite
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Ah, remember the blissful days of early summer when vaccinations were rising and COVID cases were declining. Everyone was excitedly anticipating the return to ‘real life’ in the fall. But things didn’t quite work out as we envisioned. The Delta variant is messing up plans for returning to the office, booking business travel, and attending in-person meetings.
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Ever wonder why brands like Apple, LEGO, and Sephora are going all-in on branded communities? It’s because online community building is the secret sauce to connecting with audiences in ways that ads and emails simply can’t. But here's the best part—it’s not just for big corporations. Associations can create thriving online communities too. GrowthZone’s eBook, "The Power of Community," breaks down exactly why a branded online community can be a game-changer for your association.
Forj
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Several years ago on this blog, we reviewed two web-based content development apps: Claro (from domiKnow) and Composica. Recently, domiKnow reached out to us to get our opinion on the current iteration of their web-based tool, domiKnow | ONE, which contains an updated version of Claro as well as many other tools. At the time of the last article, domiKnow had created a robust web-based app in Claro.
.orgSource
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Smart CEOs understand that the quickest path to success is the one where the team travels with you. Skill-building across the organization isn’t just good leadership, it’s good for leaders. Professional development is a wise use of resources. Just be sure to make yourself part of the group. Your own growth shouldn’t be stunted because […]. The post Grow Your Team’s Skills, But Don’t Forget Yourself appeared first on.orgSource.
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 1, 2021
With many organizations actively planning for an upcoming in-person conference or tradeshow, now is the time to make firm decisions for your attendee-experience, staffing and safety plans. We recently held a webinar featuring leaders from two large associations that have held face-to-face events in recent weeks. Here are five of the top take-aways that can help other associations navigate their new journey. 1.
Protech
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
COLUMBIA, Md. – September 28, 2021 – Protech Associates, the leading provider of powerful association management software (AMS) for Microsoft Dynamics 365, is pleased to announce Protech Connect , a cost- and time-efficient AMS-native online community platform that simplifies and streamlines community management. Kevin Bruffey, Protech President, said, “Protech Connect was created to address a pressing need in the industry for a low-cost, easy-to-maintain community solution that didn’t rely on A
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Yes Elections
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Between the ongoing pandemic, legislative efforts to expand virtual meetings in New York, and updates from the United States Postal Service, it's been a busy summer in the association world.
Nimble AMS
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Recent association industry research underscores the importance for associations to be digital-ready. . Here are some key findings and what you can do with them for your organization. . Earlier this year, my colleague wrote an article on this blog about digital transformation and its importance to the future of associations. The article mentions how associations must reimagine how they engage with their members – especially today, when many associations’ member communications and interactions
Smooth The Path
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Many of our member companies are creating policies to push professionals back into the office. The return to on-site work is good news for some but bad news for many others. Many of us found that by working remotely, we can be just as effective (if not more), just as fast (if not quicker), all while having a better quality of life (and who doesn’t want a better quality of life?
Ungrated
OCTOBER 1, 2021
As community associations continue their upward trend , the need for qualified community managers to assist boards in fulfilling their responsibilities will grow as well. Recruiting and retaining talented individuals in the profession requires management company executives to prioritize employee engagement by addressing challenges that can lead managers to feel unmotivated in their job.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
CommPartners
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
With virtual events dominating in recent memory, it’s been a while since you booked your last in-person venue. But events don’t look like they did pre-pandemic. They’ll be hybrid—a face-to-face experience with a significant virtual component. The new era of events means new opportunities, but new challenges, too. You’ll need to follow a different set […].
Fonteva
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Regardless of the size or type of membership program that your organization offers, every association can greatly benefit from the implementation of a membership directory. In fact, thousands of organizations have already begun leveraging the power of directories to engage both members and the general public. For example, the American Psychological Association relies on its online membership directory to host the profiles of over 122,000 different educators, scientists, and researchers, while th
Smooth The Path
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
We asked the participants of the Virtual Networking Incubator what feelings in-person networking brought up for them. 58% said anxiety and concern. I am even feeling a twinge of anxiety just typing this stat! We asked the same question at the end of each of our virtual networking gatherings, “what feelings did this gathering bring up for you?” On average, 16% of the participants noted some level of anxiety and concern.
Association TRENDS
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Don’t channel Evel Knievel- digital transformation shouldn’t be a giant, terrifying leap of faith. Instead, focus on attainable goals, little victories and building off your successes. This whitepaper, written by the digital strategy experts at Hum , shares practical tips and strategies for making the shift to digital a little less painful.
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The annual Cognition virtual conference is back on October 16, and this year it’s FREE! You’ll enjoy: Inspiring Keynotes from top learning industry leaders, providing fresh perspectives to help you outperform the competition. Hands-on, Skill-Building Sessions to elevate your growth, retention, and product adoption strategies. Exclusive First Look at the latest innovations from Thought Industries, empowering you with tools to grow faster.
Multiview
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Entering and exiting the pandemic is unfamiliar territory. There was no manual explaining how associations should respond, unless your organization has records dating back to the Spanish flu in 1918. Many associations have thrived. Why have some prospered while others suffer? The answers include technology, reserves, adaptability, determination, and unicorns.
MemberClicks
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Your members are the lifeblood of your organization—so it’s crucial to keep them happy. Plus, retaining your valuable members can pay dividends. According to Bain and Co. research , increasing retention by only 5% can boost profits anywhere from 25% to 95%. It’s easier to retain members when they feel valued. Acknowledging them via dedicated member appreciation efforts can help communicate that your organization recognizes their participation.
Membership Marketing
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
Here is an opportunity that I wanted to share with you. For the next five days, September 28 to October 2, y ou can download a free copy of my eBook, Membership Recruitment: How to Grow Recurring Revenue, Reach New Markets, and Advance Your Mission. The eBook usually sells for $9.95, but I wanted to share a copy with you. Using this link , you can download a copy on your Kindle or the Kindle for PC app.
SBI
SEPTEMBER 26, 2021
What does membership support require? It could mean hanging onto virtual and hybrid events. Think back to March 2020, when your board of directors had to cancel or postpone its annual conference. For association leaders, it was a frightening proposition. Annual conferences and other in-person events are crucial to the health and success of most associations—and not just for financial reasons.
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Unlock the secrets to building strong communities and sustaining growth with GrowthZone’s “5 Pillars of Community” ebook. In today's digital era, fostering a sense of belonging is more important than ever. GrowthZone’s informative ebook will help you transform your association’s community and discover new opportunities for growth. Explore the importance of personal and virtual communities, the ACHIEVE Model for success, and the key pillars including Direction, Shared Responsibility, Personal Val
Effective Database
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Either you test, or your members will If I was forced to choose the single most important activity during a system implementation, I would choose testing. The point of testing is to ensure the system does what you expect it to do in normal, day-to-day use. Can you process and renew members?
MemberClicks
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Events are often a crucial part of many organizations’ calendars. They’re a common membership benefit and a cornerstone of many new member recruiting campaigns. But to ensure their success, you need insights to help you iterate and improve. That’s where event feedback surveys come in. With an event feedback survey, organizations can get input from previous attendees to help assess an event’s strengths and weaknesses and improve future ones.
Robert Skrob
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
? Are you making the single biggest mistake of subscription cancelation processes? If your team built an elaborate system, chances are you are, and it’s a ticking time bomb waiting to blow up your subscription business. There are five critical elements of a high-performing cancelation mitigation process. The goal of the process is to lower your churn rate, save more.
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