MemberClicks
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Effective governance is the backbone of any successful nonprofit. It ensures that your organization not only meets its mission but also maintains the trust of its donors, members, and community. Strong governance practices help a nonprofit remain transparent, accountable, and mission-focused, providing the stability necessary to adapt and grow in a constantly evolving landscape.
Freestone
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Introduction The word itself — integration — can put some association leaders on edge. It can be a challenge to keep up with technology and streamline our systems. However, if your organization’s learning management system (LMS) is supported by the right platform, you can discover the value and reap the benefits of a successful association management software (AMS) + LMS integration.
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AvidXchange: Association Management
OCTOBER 15, 2024
For community association management (CAM) companies, staying updated on industry trends is important for maintaining efficient operations, meeting evolving resident needs, and adopting new technologies. In August 2024, AvidXchange surveyed 500 accounting and finance leaders to learn their top priorities and concerns for 2025. Our “ 2025 Finance Focus ” guide shares details on the top seven trends that emerged from their responses.
Membership Marketing
OCTOBER 14, 2024
A frequently asked question by membership professionals is how to calculate membership servicing costs. Accurately determining this is essential for building and sustaining a successful membership marketing program. However, how you answer the question can have profound implications. Here is a real-life story on how NOT to calculate the cost of serving a member.
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Elevating Engagement
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Do you suspect that your organization’s research is boring? Here are some ideas to make research more interesting, meaningful, and fun! It’s often difficult to get enough responses. People are busy, and putting data and opinions in takes time. Getting people to read the reports is also challenging because some research reports are a compilation of hundreds of dry pages that end up sitting on people’s physical or virtual bookshelves and are rarely thought of.
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MemberClicks
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A well-crafted event brief is the cornerstone of any successful event. It serves as a guiding document that brings teams together, establishes clear objectives, and streamlines planning from start to finish. Whether you’re organizing a conference , fundraising gala, or community event, a solid brief ensures everyone is aligned on the goals, audience, and resources required to execute an impactful experience.
Expo Logic
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Personalizing event registration is essential in today’s competitive events industry. Discover how customization boosts attendee engagement, meets modern expectations, and leverages technology to create a memorable, tailored experience that sets your event apart. The post Personalizing Event Registration: Elevating Attendee Experiences in a Competitive Market appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.
Association Adviser
OCTOBER 17, 2024
AUTHOR’S ATTESTATION: This article was written entirely by Jeff De Cagna AIMP FRSA FASAE, a human author, without using generative AI. As of this article’s publication date (10/17/24), there are 1901 days remaining in The Turbulent Twenties, and 76 days until this decade’s midpoint on January 1, 2025.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 15, 2024
From fundraising to supplies to advocacy, associations across the country are working to support those affected by the storms. In the wake of two powerful recent hurricanes that have struck Southern states, Helene and Milton, associations have been contributing their resources and expertise to recovery efforts. Below is a sampling of some of their activities.
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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
Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Learn effective strategies to grow your nonprofit's donor base, engage supporters and drive meaningful impact with lead generation. Learn tips, tools, and best practices to maximize your organization's outreach.
Nimble AMS
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The chill of winter is in the air, and Salesforce has rolled out an exciting lineup with the Winter ’25 product release. Don’t miss out on the latest innovations and enhancements! Check out our blog for the top four Salesforce Winter ‘25 product updates and learn how your organization can take advantage of these powerful new features. 4 Salesforce Winter ‘25 product release highlights Are you looking to enhance your association’s productivity and simplify your processes?
AssociationChat
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Food justice and board governance…just two of the big topics covered in this week’s top pods! It’s that time of the week again, association pros! We’ve rounded up 7 must-listen podcasts that dive into everything from controversial conversations to innovative member engagement strategies. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of the curve on AI, get insights into food justice, or better understand board governance, this playlist is packed with actionable takeaways for anyone in the ass
AMR Management Services
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Conferences are one of the most popular types of association events, and for good reason. They allow you to gather your member base together, discuss industry trends, swap helpful tips and advice, and, most importantly, build lasting relationships that will strengthen your community and help members take their careers to new heights. However, with so… The post Fostering Community and Connections During Conferences first appeared on AMR Management Services.
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.
Association Adviser
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Preparing for the future isn’t just a smart business move; it’s essential for an organization’s survival. In the latest episode of the Association Adviser Podcast, host Christine Shaw welcomes Jeff De Cagna, AIMP, FRSA, FASAE, Executive Adviser of Foresight First LLC, to dive deep into forward-thinking governance and innovative strategies that can help associations thrive.
HOA Strategies
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Q&A for Utah HOAs on the Corporate Transparency Act The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a major compliance tool that will foster more transparency and accountability for corporations across the country. But any time a new federal law comes into effect, it brings with it confusion and fear. Does it apply to you? What actions do you have to take?
Associations Now
OCTOBER 18, 2024
The International Society of Automation’s annual take on the post-Thanksgiving doorbuster promotion has reaped nondues rewards. Doing it right means being smart about data. Your local big-box store is planning a Black Friday sale. Why isn’t your association? Associations aren’t in the retail business, and a discount on a webinar recording doesn’t have quite the same sizzle as one for a big-screen TV.
AssociationChat
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Milestones are meant to be memorable. They mark the passage of time, the achievements we’ve worked hard for, or the moments that mean the most to us. For association leaders, milestones reflect not only individual success but also their organizations’ collective achievements and community impact. These boots have traveled thousands of kilometers across Australia, raising funds and awareness for @thesmithfamilyau.
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!
Candid
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Northwest Area Foundation has been a longtime funder of Native communities. But it wasn’t until we showed up as listeners and learners, and not as experts, that our effectiveness truly blossomed. The transformation is summed up well by an Alan Alda quote: “Unless I’m willing to be changed by you, I’m not really listening.” We’ve come to understand that Native communities need to determine their own futures, not funders.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
OCTOBER 15, 2024
You are already working in nonprofit communications and marketing. How do you move up in your nonprofit marketing career? Below, we outline the nonprofit communications and marketing training plans we recommend here at Nonprofit Marketing Guide (NPMG). The Beginner Training Plan At the Beginner level, we recommend that you focus on implementing the following skills and actions: “Quick and dirty” marketing plans Getting away from marketing to everyone or the general public Using clear and specifi
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Fundraising Fuels Your Nonprofit’s Mission Fundraising is the lifeblood of nonprofits. It’s the fuel that powers their programs, services, and ability to make a difference in their communities. This comprehensive nonprofit fundraising guide provides essential information and practical strategies to help nonprofits secure the funding they need to thrive.
AssociationChat
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This podcast series, launched in August 2024 will complement the existing Associations NOW publication, providing a well-rounded resource for association professionals. While Associations NOW delivers in-depth articles and timely news on the latest trends in association leadership, Associations NOW Presents offers a dynamic platform for deeper, more conversational exploration of these topics.
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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
Candid
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Despite the importance of raising money well, the majority of small to midsize nonprofits use suboptimal strategies—methods that are expensive, time-consuming, and yield only minimal returns on a lot of hard work. As founder and CEO of Altruist Partners LLC, creator of the Altruist Accelerator, I have almost 20 years of experience working in the social impact sector.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Where You At (WYA), is a female-founded mesh technology platform designed to help make congested events safer. It uses indoor mapping and mesh hardware to help users stay connected in busy events, enabling people to communicate even when there is no phone signal.
Association TRENDS
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Scary AMS implementation stories abound, and these are not for the faint of heart. These projects desperately need executive leadership and vision, or timelines or budgets can go quickly off the rails. Even in good circumstances, challenges can arise with personnel or due to financial considerations. Additional support may be needed during these types of.
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 12, 2024
This is a quick announcement to let everyone know that the NIA 2024 Nonprofit Photo Contest is happening now. This is the first, the largest, and the most popular photo contest exclusively for 501(c)(3) nonprofits (as far as we know)! A total of $5000 in cash donations are available for the 25 winning photos. The grand prize is a $1000 donation. This photo contest is open to all 501(c)(3) nonprofits — not just those insured by Nonprofits Insurance Alliance.
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Is messy, outdated, or duplicate data making it harder to track engagement, revenue, and performance? Poor data quality can slow your organization down and prevent you from making informed decisions. With The Dirty Data Guide , you'll discover: Practical steps to clean your data and maintain accuracy over time. A checklist to help your team implement data hygiene best practices.
Candid
OCTOBER 17, 2024
As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly widely available, the need to ensure they’re used safely and ethically also becomes ever more urgent. While AI technology can create efficiencies for cash-strapped nonprofits, we need to make sure the way we use AI is aligned with our missions to do good. Here are some articles to help you get started.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 18, 2024
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Effective Database
OCTOBER 16, 2024
All data requires active management It's a simple fact of data management that is often overlooked: Any data that is not actively managed will eventually become useless. And it's truer now than ever.
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