Sat.Oct 07, 2023 - Fri.Oct 13, 2023

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How to Repair a Toxic Board

Associations Now

A new report on boards suggests their culture needs a rethink. Key to that is assessing where disagreements are and creating opportunities to debate. Association boards are paradoxical creatures. They exist to create a consensus around an organization’s priorities, but they are also meant to foster robust debate around challenging issues. Drift too far toward consensus, and you risk a rubber-stamp board.

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5 ways vendors can be thought leaders for your association

MultiBriefs

{summary} Professional associations tend to have two primary sets of relationships, members and vendors. Members come to you for industry knowledge and insights, something that wouldn't be possible without a working relationship with vendors and suppliers. It's important to put time into your vendor engagement strategy as they create value beyond their services.

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Blog | Deliver Value-Driven Content Members Want | Multiview

Multiview

The primary goal of any association is to add value to its members. While there are a number of ways associations can deliver value, providing relevant content that is informative and useful can enhance the overall experience. However, due to the diversity of its members whether by age, ethnicity, location, career stage, or preferences, creating content that relates to the specific needs of each individual isn't easy.

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CSR-Sponsored Education Programs Help Your Association Achieve Mission & Revenue Goals

WBT Systems

Sponsorship practices are changing in the association community. Many associations now arrange year-round revenue partnerships instead of finding sponsors for individual events.

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2024 State of Customer Education Report

Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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Report: Engagement Strategy Key to Building Strong Online Communities

Associations Now

A new Higher Logic report found that organizations have seen a decrease in the number of active contributors in their online communities since the pandemic. Though this trend was anticipated, it’s still important that associations take an active approach to supporting and investing in their online communities moving forward. While many organizations saw a boost in online community users during the pandemic, the number of unique monthly logins and unique contributors has returned to a more modest

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What Associations Need to Know About Paid Family Leave

Associations Now

Different U.S. states have different statutes for paid or unpaid family leave. Understanding the requirements of each jurisdiction where you have employees and educating managers about these requirements can help associations stay ahead on this important issue. There’s been a recent rise in the number of U.S. states that have or will soon have statewide paid family and medical leave programs in place.

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A Guide to Building Successful Nonprofit Membership Programs 

MemberClicks

Building a nonprofit membership program from the ground-up can seem daunting. But membership programs are one of the best ways for nonprofits to create reliable revenue streams—and stronger relationships with their supporters. In these programs, nonprofits provide members with incentives or benefits in exchange for donations and financial support. It’s a win-win: nonprofits get the funding they need, and members gain access to exclusive experiences, events, training, discounted services, and oth

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Blog | 8 Key Strategies for Protecting Data | Multiview

Multiview

In today's hyperconnected digital world, data security is of paramount importance. Associations, as caretakers of sensitive member information, must take proactive measures to safeguard their data from potential breaches and unauthorized access. As we make it through Cybersecurity Awareness Month, let’s discuss key strategies that associations can employ to keep their data more secure.

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Why medical associations choose Nimble AMS

Nimble AMS

Is your medical association looking for cutting-edge member management tools? It might be time to adopt modern association management software (AMS). Not all AMS platforms are built the same. Learn how choosing Nimble AMS , built on Salesforce, can empower your medical professionals , scale your organization, and amplify your mission. Why do medical associations choose Nimble AMS?

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The Power of Community: Why a Branded Community is a Must-Have for Every Association

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.

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7 Solid Club Website Examples to Get Ideas for Your Club Website

Wild Apricot

Here are seven solid examples of club websites from all different types of organizations that can give you tips on how to build your own.

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Community Association Management Industry Trends for 2024 

AvidXchange: Association Management

Community association managers have many responsibilities. From fielding resident concerns to handling accounting and legal matters to ensuring the maintenance of amenities and much more. These duties are made more difficult when working in an environment with outdated tools and inefficient processes. To better support employees, many community association management companies are turning to digital tools.

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Gardian of the Month: Sarah Sain

Aaron Wolowiec

Sarah Sain is our Gardian of the Month! Find out her favorite part about learning something new, how she might help a wallflower loosen up at a networking event, a book that has helped her out in recent years and whos' life she'd like to live for a day.

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Weave a Safety Net—Find the Right Strategic Partners

.orgSource

The pandemic was a wormhole. It hurtled us into the future with no time to prepare for that demanding new reality. I am still evaluating the lessons learned. One message that rings loud and clear is the importance of connections. Isolation taught us the value of the relationships and the technology that sustained our communities. I’ve told these stories before, but I’m referring to them again because they highlight advice that can help associations find stability when chaos threatens.

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Boost Sponsorship, Exhibit, and Ad Revenue

Sales often gets a bad rep. Yet, if securing sponsors, advertisers, and exhibitors is part of your role, it’s essential. But what if it didn’t have to feel time-consuming, uncomfortable, or worse—icky? Join us for the 3-part virtual Sales Accelerator Labs , where customer experience and sales expert Carrie McIntyre will show you strategies to make sales easier, more effective, and dare we say, enjoyable!

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The Foolproof Guide to Healthcare Association Bylaws + 3 Top Examples!

Wild Apricot

Healthcare association bylaws are the foundation of your organization’s day-to-day operations. Learn the essential components and check out our FAQ!

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Boot Camp for Board Members: Army Vet, PCAM and Becker Shareholder, Howard Perl, Discusses the Benefits of Rigorous Board Member Education

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

This week, our guest and Becker Shareholder, Howard Perl, sits down with host Donna DiMaggio Berger to share his experiences as both an army veteran as well as a successful PCAM before going to law school later in life. Howard recounts his unique journey from joining the army at 17, to participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom to how his military background inspired Becker’s Board Member Boot Camp, a unique military-themed board certification course.

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How Do You Engage Introverts?

Elevating Engagement

It is true. Most introverts would rather scrub mildew out of their grout than attend something billed as a “networking event.” But that doesn’t mean they don’t want to meet new people, have meaningful conversations, or collaborate to find new ideas because they do. In this episode of ‘Ask Amanda’, Lauren asked: How would you approach engagement with a very introverted membership?

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Balcony inspections: California community associations must prepare for new requirements

Ungrated

Community associations in California must meet new balcony inspections requirements by the end of 2024. The state’s “balcony bill,” SB 721, was approved by Gov. Jerry Brown in 2018. The bill requires an inspection of “exterior elevated elements” within all multifamily residential buildings containing three or more dwelling units no later than Jan. 1, 2025.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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.

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World Market’s Transformation: Redefining Values and Igniting Culture

PROPEL

In today’s episode, Eric Ortega, Employee Experience Manager and Culture Coach at World Market, takes us on a journey through the company’s remarkable transformation, driven by the redefinition of their values, and how they use them to guide their culture transformation. Discover how they truly leaned into their employee feedback, navigated organizational change, and empowered their workforce to.

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New HOA Fining Law Take Effect October 1

Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog

Q: You had previously written about some new changes that are coming up about how to handle fines in homeowners’ association. Can you give a brief summary of what we need to do? (M.J., via e-mail) A: Several new homeowners’ association laws became effective October 1, 2023. Included in the changes are new provisions in Sections 720.305(2)(b) and (d) of the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act, which contain new procedures which must be followed to fine and/or suspend common area use rights.

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5 Web Design Tips to Make Your Association Website Stand Out

ISAE

As an association professional, you understand the value of a strong website design. A well-designed website can help you attract new members, retain existing members, and firmly establish your brand identity online so you can build credibility for your organization. However, launching a website or revamping your existing website can quickly become overwhelming without the right strategies and tools.

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HOA Reserve Expenses: What Gets Funded with Reserves

Association Reserves

For the HOA board members striving to master the intricacies of reserve expenses, let’s dive into the guiding forces behind it. Understanding how reserve expenses are determined will empower you, your association, and its financial well-being. So, let’s take this journey guided by the very principles that define your HOA’s reserves. The Role of Your HOA Reserve Study Reserve studies are pivotal.

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Unlock the Future of Learning Growth and Retention at Cognition24!

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.

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How to Start a Nonprofit in Illinois: 17 Essential Steps

MemberClicks

Illinois, also known as the Land of the Presidents, is a state with a varied population and a growing number of thriving nonprofits. The number of Chicago nonprofits alone (51,940 to be exact), is inspiring to the level of diverse needs and success of not for profit organizations and associations in the state. If you want to know how to start a nonprofit in Illinois, here are the important steps to getting your organization or association up and running smoothly and quickly.

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The Power of Group Purchasing: How Enterprise Memberships Can Save Your Company Money

The Journal by EXEC

There's a seismic shift occurring in the world of corporate perks, and exclusive luxury membership benefits programs are at the epicenter of this change. Gone are the days when luxury and accessibility were two parallel lines that never met. EXEC is changing this narrative, one exclusive perk at a time. EXEC is an exclusive, highly curated hotel, travel, lifestyle, and business benefits program designed to transform the lives of busy executives.

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Some data analytics tips from the DAN “Science Fair”

Effective Database

Some data analytics tips from the DAN "Science Fair" Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Data Science Fair, hosted by the Data Analytics Network (the DAN). The set up of the Data Science Fair is great: Data stories are showcased on old school tri-fold boards (just like middle school!

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HOA Reserve Funds: How To Properly Fund Reserves

Association Reserves

Owning property within a HOA community offers the security of shared responsibilities. Yet, like every advantage, it brings with it the challenge of shared financial risk, particularly when it comes to your HOA reserve fund. Ignoring reserve funding is an invitation to these unpleasant surprises. So how do you ensure you’re adequately preparing for future expenses?

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Unlock the Secrets to Building Community

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

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Exhibition Planning Tips for a Seamless Event

Expo Logic

Discover expert tips for exhibition planning and streamline your process with Expo Logic's software. Create successful exhibitions effortlessly! The post Exhibition Planning Tips for a Seamless Event appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Association Brain Food: 10.13.23

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Sponsored education. Associations usually rely on corporate marketing budgets for sponsorship revenue. Inspired by a Non-Dues-a-Palooza workshop presented by Lori Zoss Kraska of Growth Owl , TopClass LMS explains how to partner with a company’s CSR team on sponsored education programs that align with both your missions.

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