Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Learn about essential club leadership roles and their responsibilities, from president to treasurer and beyond. This guide helps club founders and members understand how to structure their leadership team for success.
Association Analytics
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Members are the backbone of any association. Not a deep thought, not particularly revelatory, just something that is. This is the thought that should – and for the most part does – drive the actions, plan, and thoughts of what association professionals do in their day-to-day and their long-term planning. And yet, time and again, the biggest need, the most basic question that associations have is, what do members want?
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Association Adviser
OCTOBER 24, 2024
In the association world, events aren’t just scheduled activities—they are the pulse that drives engagement, growth, and innovation. As associations strive to offer value beyond membership dues, events provide the platform where community, learning, and networking collide in powerful ways. To understand the true impact of events, we need to look beyond the surface.
.orgSource
OCTOBER 22, 2024
In a world where digital transformation is rapidly reshaping industries, associations are no exception. The adoption of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and data-driven decision-making is becoming critical for staying competitive and meeting the evolving needs of members. To better understand how associations are navigating this shift,orgSource ( www.orgsource.com ) conducted the 2024 Digital Trends Survey.
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
GrowthZone
OCTOBER 22, 2024
As we continue through 2024, the demand for authentic brand-to-consumer connections continues to grow. Online communities have emerged as powerful platforms for fostering these relationships, offering a space for engagement, feedback, and loyalty building. For brands looking to make a mark this year, understanding the nuances of creating and managing online communities is key.
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PROPEL
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Culture is the number one reason that major digital change fails (not individual resistance to change), and we are launching a project this fall called “CultureUpgrade” that will help organizations fix the specific elements of their culture that mess with digital change, including AI adoption, BEFORE the problems emerge.
The Association 100
OCTOBER 20, 2024
On The A100 Podcast , Nathan Chamberlain, director of membership for the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, shares his expert insights into building member value through empathy-driven strategies and cutting-edge technology. Chamberlain discusses how AANA prioritizes fast, accurate member services and explores their innovative micro-credentialing program, designed to meet members’ evolving educational needs.
Spark Consulting
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Association Climate Action Coalition , a Community of Practice of experienced association consultants, executives, and advisors who have convened to address one of the most pressing issues of our time, has just launched our new Resource Library. The library offers podcasts, webinars, white papers, articles, tools, news, and other resources related to the Anthropocene climate disruption; the ways it will affect associations’ internal operations, member-facing programs, products, and ser
SBI
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Boosting Member Retention: How to Keep Your Association Strong By Michelle Moser, Director of Marketing and Communication Member retention is necessary for any successful association. While attracting new members is always important, keeping existing members engaged, satisfied, and committed to your organization is key to sustained growth and long-term success.
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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
Associations Now
OCTOBER 25, 2024
In the midst of a contentious election, opinions among your people can get heated. Expect that it’ll continue after Election Day—and have a plan for hearing people out. With the election season in full swing and polls suggesting a neck-and-neck race on the U.S. presidential ticket, a sense of anxiety among staff—and perhaps members—is understandable.
The Association 100
OCTOBER 20, 2024
On The Association 100 Podcast , Bennie F. Johnson, CEO of the American Marketing Association, shares his insights on the evolving role of marketing and how AMA supports professionals across the globe. Johnson discusses the importance of embracing disruptive change, especially with the rise of AI, and highlights the critical role of community in navigating this new landscape.
Elevating Engagement
OCTOBER 21, 2024
83 Association professionals voted on which member benefits are the LEAST engaging. The verdict? Research reports. Bummer, huh? Research is super valuable, and the results can be a game changer for members—expect these reports can't change games if members don't use them. Last week, we covered how to increase response rates. Now, let’s talk about how to make research reports more engaging.
AMR Management Services
OCTOBER 21, 2024
A professional association hosting their Annual Meeting in the spring faced a unique challenge when their event dates coincided with Passover. The association aimed to ensure that Jewish attendees could participate fully in the meeting with appropriate accommodations by planning a Seder dinner with the assistance of Jewish volunteers. Challenge Despite careful planning to avoid… The post Accommodating Attendees During Passover 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.
Associations Now
OCTOBER 22, 2024
A white paper from the National Association of Corporate Directors suggests boards are at risk of succumbing to short-term, reactive responses to trends like generative AI. Boards are struggling to be fit to respond to a rapidly changing technological environment, according to a new report. Technology Leadership in the Boardroom: Driving Trust and Value , released earlier this month by the National Association of Corporate Directors, describes how new technologies, especially generative AI, have
The Association 100
OCTOBER 20, 2024
In my role, I aim to embed diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility into all facets of our publication’s ecosystem. DEIA is fundamentally core to our strategic plan. Through targeted initiatives like our name change policy, accessibility audits and the creation of our DEIA committee, we ensure these principles are at the forefront of everything we do.
AssociationChat
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The recent Marriott International settlement over multiple cybersecurity breaches offers crucial insights for association executives. As stewards of member data and organizational assets, this case presents a compelling wake-up call for our industry. Consider this. Marriott’s breaches exposed the personal data of 500 million customers globally – a number that dwarfs most associations’ membership bases, yet underscores a universal truth: size doesn’t matter when it comes to cybe
Achieve
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Corporate social responsibility has empowered companies across industries to directly improve the world. Whether organizing volunteering initiatives, matching employee donations, or sponsoring events , socially responsible companies have various ways to make their mark on movements that matter. But the benefits don’t stop with the communities and nonprofits receiving assistance.
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 24, 2024
It’s ironic: Despite having many more ways to communicate with their constituencies today—through social media, email, webinars, Zoom, and in-person events—many nonprofits still struggle to reach a broad audience. They still rely on external media outlets to help get the word out about their work and raise their profile. But not every nonprofit has a public relations team or a communications or media relations specialist who keeps track of local and national media outlets.
The Association 100
OCTOBER 20, 2024
In a recent A100 video interview , recorded live at ASAE’s 2024 Annual Conference, I had the pleasure of talking with Carla Lochiatto, IOM, CAE, director of the CSO Center for ASIS International. Lochiatto shared the innovative strategies ASIS has implemented to boost membership engagement, with a focus on the power of personalization. One standout initiative is the New Member Ambassador Program, where seasoned members are paired with new members to foster early connections and provide tailored
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Last week, the Global Good Awards (GGA) took place at BMA House. It was BMA House’s seventh year either in-person or virtually (due to COVID) hosting the major event. The GGA honours businesses, NGOs, charities, and social enterprises across the globe for their groundbreaking work in sustainability and ethical leadership.
CMA Solutions
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The average event wastes up to 20% of the food it produces, according to industry reports —and it’s making headlines for all the wrong reasons. The good news? There are plenty of ways to make your events more sustainable and generate positive feedback. We share some proven methods in the newsletter below. For more actionable tips and insights, check out the highlights below and explore the full article here [insert link] and learn how to make your next event a sustainable success.
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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 22, 2024
The Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) movement was founded by and centers BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) communities worldwide. It is a gathering of knowledge about interacting with supporters in ways that honor their personhood with dignity and promote BIPOC communities’ well-being. What is Community-Centric Fundraising? Historically, fundraising has been grounded in a competitive environment that creates a mindset of scarcity and cutthroat nonprofit survival.
Bruce Rosenthal Associates
OCTOBER 23, 2024
In recognition of Halloween, Lori Zoss Kraska and Bruce Rosenthal use a Halloween theme to provide 10 sponsorship program tips for success. For example: Is your sponsorship program a trick or a treat ? Do you have a witches brew of benefits? Are you dealing with Zombies ? Are your sponsors ghosting you? How can you make sponsors light up like a Jack-o-Lantern ?
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 23, 2024
With over a decade of experience, MeetingPulse has evolved into a robust platform trusted by leading global enterprises for event management from registration to post-event evals. Our core strengths lie in polling, compliant voting, surveys, quizzing, and Q&A, allowing organizers to derive diverse responses and data from audiences, speakers, and sponsors.
MemberClicks
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Choosing the right software for managing members is a crucial decision for any association. The right platform can streamline processes, boost engagement, and ultimately help you better serve your members. But with so many options available, you may be wondering: should you choose Membership Management Software (MMS) or a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system?
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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 23, 2024
Donors are an important part of any nonprofit’s mission. Yet, according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , donor retention rates have been falling since 2020. Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support.
The Association Podcast
OCTOBER 23, 2024
From the Brink to Success: Innovative Leadership with Mark Dorsey From ski slopes to association leadershipMark Dorseys journey is nothing short of remarkable. On this episode of The Association Podcast, we sit down with Mark, CEO of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), to discuss his path from radio sales and ski instruction to driving transformation in the association world.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
By Destination Emirates Old Trafford Major Events International (MEI), a membership and community body for sporting, festival and cultural event organisers, returned to Destination Emirates Old Trafford once again in 2024, for The Events Summit 2024.
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