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A Hot Take on Trust, Do They Trust Your Association?

AssociationChat

what it truly means to build and maintain trust in today's rapidly evolving landscape. The post A Hot Take on Trust, Do They Trust Your Association? appeared first on Association Chat.

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Guide to Automating Membership Renewals

MemberClicks

Associations face challenges when it comes to juggling membership acquisition programs, retention plans and staff efficiency. The struggle is where to place limited resources and how to ensure association growth. The simple answer for associations is to create an automated membership renewal program that improves staff efficiency and enables leaders to focus resources on attracting new members.

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How to Step Up Your Donor Cultivation Strategy: 14 Useful Ideas

Wild Apricot

Create a foolproof donor cultivation plan with the help of these 14 trusted strategies! From small to major donors, there's an idea for everyone.

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Tips for Significantly Enhancing Your Learner Surveys

WBT Systems

The odds are good your learner surveys aren’t so good. A harsh pronouncement, but probably true, unless you’re already following the advice of Will Thalheimer, founder of Work-Learning Research.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Funding Your Mission: 4 Nonprofit Financial Management Tips

NXUnite

When you think about your nonprofit’s funding, the first thing that comes to mind is probably fundraising. Your team likely plans and launches multiple fundraisers throughout each year to bring in enough revenue to fund the various initiatives associated with furthering your mission. However, proper financial management is just as important as fundraising for making a difference in the community.

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4 Ways to Leverage Your CRM to Connect with Alumni

NXUnite

Your university’s alumni don’t just give back by donating to fundraising campaigns. They also help current students, represent your school in the community, and so much more. Because of all they do for their alma maters, engaging and connecting with alumni regularly is a priority for most universities. But to engage thousands or tens of thousands of alumni—all with different interests and relationships with your university—you need the right tool.

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Why Events Are the Engine of Member Engagement for Professional Associations

Association Adviser

In today’s digital world, where connection can often feel virtual and fleeting, professional associations play a vital role in fostering a sense of community and belonging among their members. But how do associations effectively engage their members and keep them actively involved? The answer lies in the power of events.

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How to Help Your Members Make More Informed Job Decisions

YM Careers

Read this article to learn how your association can provide members with data to help them make more informed job decisions. The post How to Help Your Members Make More Informed Job Decisions appeared first on YM Careers by Community Brands.

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5 Ways to Use Learning Management Software to Engage Members

NXUnite

In today’s dynamic landscape, associations play a key role in facilitating networking opportunities, promoting professional development , and providing resources for their members. However, with increasing demands and expectations, simply offering membership benefits is no longer sufficient. To build a thriving membership program , your association must evolve and find innovative ways to engage members continuously.

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Find New Non-Dues Revenue Streams for Your Organization with This Free Guide

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

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Data Insights Help NHPCO Improve Renewals & Online Community

Association Analytics

Data Insights Help NHPCO Improve Renewals and Online Community As the nation's largest membership organization for providers and professionals who care for people affected by serious and life-limiting illnesses, NHPCO collects a ton of data.

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Knowing the Seasons of Your Nonprofit’s Work

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

I’m writing this post three days into Spring in North America. I love the equinoxes and solstices because they mark the passage of time in very clear and natural ways. These natural cycles or rhythms are essential to all life. Yet when we look at the nonprofit organizations we work for, we often treat them and ourselves as employees like machines, rather than living organisms.

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Bespoke Marketing Solutions Empowers Brands with Comprehensive Digital Transformation Services

Event Industry News

Based in Bournemouth, Dorset – Bespoke Marketing Solutions, a leading provider of digital marketing services, provide a commitment to empowering brands through a wide range of innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the digital landscape. They work with a variety of businesses in a variety of sectors, nationwide.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing Event Management Software

NXUnite

For event planners at an association, nonprofit, or other organization, investing in the right event management software can streamline many of your tasks, making your job easier. From large trade shows to fundraising events, having an event platform that facilitates planning, alleviates common bottlenecks, and enhances the attendee experience can ensure success every time.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

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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Data Insights Help NHPCO Improve Renewals & Online Community

Association Analytics

The post Data Insights Help NHPCO Improve Renewals & Online Community appeared first on Association Analytics.

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7 Ways to Combat Consumer Suspicions about AI Use in Your Nonprofit’s Content

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

I am working on the slide deck for Thursday’s webinar Social Media Trends for Nonprofit Communicators in 2024 and thought I would share some of the data I am finding on how people feel about using AI to generate content. One of the themes I am seeing is that AI use will skyrocket, but that is causing social medias users to be leery. Hootsuite research found that “62% of consumers say they are less likely to engage with and trust content is they know it was created by an AI applicatio

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Norway’s biggest trade fair and events arena achieves record result

Event Industry News

Norway’s largest venue for trade fairs, events and concerts achieved an all-time high level of turnover in 2023. The positive results give NOVA Spektrum Foundation the opportunity to further advance its plans to create the Nordic region’s most progressive meeting place for the business, cultural and organisational realms.

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Donor Stewardship: Tips for Cultivating Major Gifts

NXUnite

When it comes to fundraising and marketing, your nonprofit needs to maximize its revenue in order to fund its important work. Aside from inspiring donors to give more, you must cultivate deeper relationships with them to show your appreciation and strengthen the community surrounding your organization. Donor stewardship allows you to do both! In this guide, we’ll explore how you can cultivate major gifts through effective stewardship by covering the following topics: What is donor stewardship?

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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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Creating Design Efficiencies Through Collaboration

AMR Management Services

As a project Coordinator (PC) at AMR Management Services, I work directly with the Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research (FNINR) and the National Academies of Practice (NAP). Both associations have annual events that require collateral from the AMR creative services (CS) team: the NAP Annual Meeting and Forum, and the FNINR Annual… The post Creating Design Efficiencies Through Collaboration first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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What is Learner Engagement and why is it important?

Freestone

Introduction It can be overwhelming to build and market a learning strategy that successfully incorporates a combination of live and on-demand content across an entire year. But you don’t need to get stressed. The Freestone LMS team is here to help! We’ll break down learner engagement, so you’ll have a better understanding of how to reach more learners with your continuing education program.

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Arena Racing Company appoints new Group Head of Sales

Event Industry News

Julie Coates-Walker has been appointed as Group Head of Sales for conferences, events, and hospitality at Arena Racing Company (ARC), the UK’s largest racecourse group, which comprises 21 venues, including 16 horse racing venues.

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Beyond Bronze, Silver, and Gold—Grow Success With Purpose

.orgSource

“People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it.” Simon Sinek A colleague recently referred to the time before the pandemic as “innocent.” That description struck a chord with me. She was talking about how unprepared we were for the dramatic changes we experienced. Our lost innocence isn’t a bad thing. We now understand that on this ship nothing is nailed down and the sea is getting rough.

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2025 Association Survey Results Report

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

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Attending Connect Spring Marketplace 2024  

Expo Logic

Join the Community Brands team at Connect Spring Marketplace 2024 and let us introduce you to our innovative end-to-end event management solutions! The post Attending Connect Spring Marketplace 2024 appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Why Associations Are Feeling Optimistic Now

Associations Now

A new report finds that associations feel things are looking up. And there’s good reason for that to continue—if they don’t get complacent. Optimists in the C-suite can be hard to find these days. Multiple surveys have found that CEOs are anxious about election-year politics , lingering effects of inflation , and what technologies like generative AI mean for their business.

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What Is an eLearning Consultant?

Freestone

Introduction Are you implementing a new learning management system (LMS)? Maybe you already have an LMS, but you’re looking for strategies to enhance how it impacts your continuing education program. To assist in any of these situations (and more), you might consider working with an eLearning consultant. Read our blog to discover how an eLearning consultant firm can take your continuing education program to the next level.

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Event Technology Awards US & Canada Judge Spotlight: Anca Platon Trifan

Event Industry News

The Event Technology Awards (ETA) US & Canada are proud to announce Anca Platon Trifan as a judge for the inaugural stateside edition. Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, DES, WMEP is the dynamic CEO of Tree-Fan Events LLC, Host of the “Events Demystified Podcast”, Founder of Fit Mindful Mavens, and Founder of Women BTS in Events (tech + prod).

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Turn Messy Data into a Strategic Asset with This Essential Guide

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.

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Strategic Engagement That Triples Your Revenue

Association Strong

All we can say is WOW on this one. How would you like to triple your revenues in your association in 5 years? Many might think that is impossible. However, our guest Todd Hauptli, CEO of the Association of American Airport Executives did just that. In 5 years he took AAAE from just over $30 million in revenues to over $100 million. No matter what size your association is, there are great take a ways in this episode.

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Membership Recruitment Now Available as an Audiobook

Membership Marketing

With our busy schedules, listening to books while commuting or exercising is sometimes convenient. So, I am happy to share that Membership Recruitment is now available as an audiobook. The book serves as a great way to refresh and inspire your membership marketing efforts. It is filled with his practical guidance. For example, you will learn: Strategies for how to advocate for membership growth within your association, Highlighting the economic advantages of membership compared to other product

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2 C.F.R. Frequently Asked Questions: Using OMB’s Vital Companion Resource

Association TRENDS

Complying with the requirements of managing federal financial assistance is truly complex, and grant recipients and their subrecipients should take all steps to manage their awards effectively and compliantly and to reduce risks that could threaten their access to federal funding. However, sometimes language in the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) uniform guidance (2.