WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Looking back, what do you think of these two decisions made by many associations during the early months of the pandemic?

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Online donations are a great way to maximize your nonprofit’s time and resources while having a larger impact. However, with the volume of online content growing, capturing attention and keeping it is more difficult than ever. To help you grab.

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Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The post Analysis and Action with Survey Data appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

With the transition to in-person meetings and life back on the road, one of the most positive outcomes has been the ability to hear from and engage with colleagues, speakers, and authors in a way that doesn’t quite translate on screen. As a result, Aaron has been introduced to new topics and new books that he looks forward to learning more about. Following are the five books that most piqued his interest this conference season.

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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.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

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Social media strategy is so much more than a posting a photo and replying to comments – it is both an art and a science. Having a strong strategy for social channels can bring awareness to your association, your message, and your mission. Social media is a key piece of your larger communications puzzle. Having […]. The post A Strong Social Media Strategy Starts with the Basics appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The post Analysis and Action with Survey Data – 11/17/21 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

One of the most common questions Candid’s team of expert librarians get on our Ask Us page is “how do I get a grant?” To help answer this question, we’ve created a short (two-minute) video with some quick tips for nonprofits seeking grants. In it, you’ll hear three top tips about how to: demonstrate your nonprofit’s credibility, find a funder that’s likely to be interested in the work you do, and tailor your approach to speak to a funder’s interests.

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Association Adviser

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

An Association’s 14-Point Checklist of Top Features and Factors to Consider Before Purchasing an Online Career Center In part one of our two-part series, we outlined seven checklist points that associations should consider before implementing an online career center. This time, we unpack an additional seven vital areas to consider to make the best, informed […].

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

According to Litmus’s 2021 State of Email Report , the top two emails used by marketers today are: Newsletter. Welcome Email. These two are sort of a one-two punch. The welcome email establishes what they can expect from your email marketing and the newsletter comes in and nurtures that relationship. Newsletters are pretty standard, but we have some tips in 7 Mistakes to Avoid with Email Newsletters.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

World’s greatest festival of cycling returns on Sunday 29 May 2022 Exciting new partnership with Essex County Council 100-mile inspiration ride through London and Essex Three-day UCI Women’s WorldTour stage race Commercial partnership opportunities available Full RideLondon format to be announced in the coming months. London Marathon Events (LME), the organisers of RideLondon, announced today (Tuesday 2 November) the world’s greatest festival of cycling will return on 29 May 2022 with a new form

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

As an association professional, do you feel like you’re working harder than you were a year ago? If you answered yes, you aren’t alone. . In the 2021 Association Trends Study from Community Brands, 78 percent of people who work at professional membership organizations say their staff is working more than they were a year ago. How will they address the increased workload?

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Association Adviser

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The world has changed tremendously in just the last few years alone. As the digital age marches on, people are not only becoming acclimated to but also looking for seamless technological integration in every aspect of their lives. Considering the immediacy of smartphone apps like Amazon Prime along with the proliferation of job board apps, […].

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

It’s feeling like fall, y’all! Lets cozy up with the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. It’s time for Mixed Links… We’ll start with 10 tactics for launching on social media and generating buzz. from Canva. TikTok Launches ‘Made for TikTok’ Content Tips Series for Marketers.

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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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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

2021 is the year of the NFTs. They hit the world and hit the headlines. The experts for events and live-marketing at VOK DAMS see great potential for live-marketing integration of NFTs, to offer clients another strong, digital path for brand experience. VOK DAMS summarizes the “Why” and “How” of NFTs in live-marketing in the recently published whitepaper “Boost your Live-Marketing with NFTs”.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Donors and potential donors are everywhere, and getting your message in front of as many people as possible is part of running a fundraising campaign. But how do you reach those donors on the multiple platforms they use without running yourself into the ground? In this article, you’ll learn how to run a multi-channel fundraising campaign as efficiently as possible.

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Protech

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

COLUMBIA, Md. – November 3, 2021 – Togetherwork, the leader in integrated software and payments for managing communities, groups, and organizations, is excited to announce the acquisition of Protech Associates. . As the leading provider of Association Software built for the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform, Protech has a history of deep customer relationships and strong growth.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Back a million years ago (I’m talking early 90s here) during my first job out of college at a federal agency, we used routing slips for everything. It was a way to share a common item (whether a magazine, a new handbook or a draft of something) and to make sure everyone saw it. Everyone’s name would be on the slip and that was attached to the document.

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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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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The last nearly two years have seen/ heard more technology questions than ever – ‘Help’ often the first word. In response, suppliers old and new delivered answers and solutions at an incredible rate. Many were somehow capable of looking around impossibly tight corners to put, to keep, companies and individuals in business, and flourishing, through lockdowns and radically changed markets.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Since the pandemic moved our event cheese, industry experts have been quick to proclaim that meetings are forever changed and hybrid is here to stay. If only it was that easy! Event organizers are quickly realizing that hybrid isn’t cheap and it requires a lot more work. While hybrid can improve reach, it does not necessarily serve your top customers.

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Ungated

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Structural integrity in high-rise communities has been at the forefront of discussion for CAI after the tragic partial collapse of Champlain Tower South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in late June. A newly released report details public policy recommendations that can provide solutions for legislators addressing high-rise building safety in their districts.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Here’s what’s happening in November at Nonprofit Marketing Guide…. Online Training: The Annual All-Access Training Pass. Attend live webinars and workshops (including the ones listed below), watch recorded webinars, enroll in exclusive online courses and access our entire library with templates, worksheets, e-books and more, and join our Private Facebook Group all with one purchase.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Contactless ordering is a powerful feature that brings a lot to the table for vendors and customers alike. The concept is quite simple: less physical contact helps people stay safe. When social distancing was introduced to deal with the current pandemic, contactless ordering and payments became one of the most effective ways for people to protect their health while visiting different kinds of events.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

According to The New York Times , living with the pandemic “has pushed us to reckon with our deepest questions … [about] how we make meaning of our time on this earth.” In particular, COVID-19 has brought the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, social responsibility, and wellness to the fore. A number of our consulting clients have made social responsibility a cornerstone of their conference strategy — with the desire “to leave the host city better because we were there.

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Ungated

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Last month, Fannie Mae released new project requirements for condominiums and housing cooperatives following the partial collapse of Champlain Tower South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in late June. The requirements, which become effective Jan. 1, apply to loans secured by units in high-rise buildings containing five or more attached units. The main points to prepare community associations for Fannie Mae’s new project requirements and subsequent requests from lenders and appraisers include: Uns

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Earlier this week, I interviewed Emmett Findley, communications director at God’s Love We Deliver , about two absolutely wonderful videos he created. One is a tour of their facility led by none other than Jane Krakowski with a cameo by Micheal Kors. The other is a volunteer training video called “No Tank Tops in the Kitchen,” which is an original song Emmett wrote to help manage the conundrum of volunteers dressing inappropriately for commercial kitchen shifts.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Live At Leeds has announced a new outdoor edition for 2022. Since launching in 2007, the festival has showcased bands across multiple venues in Leeds city centre on the May bank holiday weekend. This year’s event was pushed back to October due to the coronavirus pandemic. On Monday (November 1), organisers took to social media to share the news of a new “in the park” version of Live At Leeds, which will be held at Temple Newsam on Saturday June 4, 2022.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

When I have a tough problem, my go-to for advice is often one of our corporate partners. For years, association leaders viewed their industry counterparts as more like distant cousins than family. Today we are beginning to understand that the companies we look to for sponsorship or service have another significant offering—They are an invaluable […].

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GrowthZone

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

No, it’s not just your town or industry, right now businesses everywhere are struggling to find the help they need to run successfully. Job openings have nearly doubled over the past year, but they are not being filled. So, what can your association or chamber do to help your members find employees they can depend on? We have put together some strategies to help. 1.

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