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How to Build DEI into Your Association’s Educational Strategy

WBT Systems

DEI is a business imperative that’s not going anywhere. But it calls for intentional, strategic thinking and action. You can’t just throw the jargon around.

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The Ultimate Guide to Legacy Gifts  

Wild Apricot

Unlock a lasting impact with legacy giving! Learn why it's crucial, set up a sustainable program, and master the art of soliciting and building successful legacy gifting programs.

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Connecting Your Association Through Volunteering: 3 Tips

AMR Management Services

As an association leader, you’re always looking for ways to strengthen your member community, and the best way for them to build connections is by bringing them together face-to-face. While conferences or other association-related events are a great place to start, throwing other activities into the mix can facilitate more casual and personal interactions between… The post Connecting Your Association Through Volunteering: 3 Tips first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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5 Video Content Strategies for Engaging Association Members

ISAE

5 Video Content Strategies for Engaging Association Members Since members are your association’s bottom line and main revenue source, it’s crucial to keep them continually engaged in your activities and offerings. However, with their busy personal and professional lives, it can be challenging to find the right ways to maintain their interest in your association outside of meetings.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's 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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Engaging Association Members in Advocacy Initiatives: 3 Tips

Wild Apricot

Advocacy initiatives have the power to engage members and enact positive change. Learn how to encourage your association’s members to participate in advocacy.

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Report: Associations Lag in AI Adoption

Associations Now

The Info-Tech Research Group’s study finds that many organizations have opportunities to use generative AI to bolster attendance and member engagement. A new report found that associations have lagged behind the corporate sector in adopting generative AI, and offered some recommendations for catching up. Last month, Info-Tech Research Group released its Generative AI Use Case Library for the Nonprofit & Professional Associations Industry , which noted that the nonprofit sector has been hesit

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6 Tips for Successful AMS Onboarding for New Staff

MatrixG

When welcoming a new staff member into your organization, the onboarding process plays a pivotal role in shaping their future at your association. It’s not just about acquainting them with the organization, their colleagues, or the physical workspace; it’s also crucial to empower them with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. And your Association Management System (AMS) is one of the most powerful tools you have!

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Nonprofit Staff Training: How to Create an Effective Plan

NXUnite

According to an Independent Sector report , 48.5% of nonprofits increased their staff workloads to meet rising demands for services last year. Your nonprofit’s staff members have a lot on their plates. To continue making a difference, they must stay on top of fundraising initiatives, dedicate time to outreach, follow up with donors, and more. As more community needs arise, it’s essential to equip your team with the tools, skills, and resources they need to streamline their roles and avoid burnou

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Podcast: ‘Empowering Accessibility in Associations’

The Association 100

Dive into the heart of accessibility and inclusion in the association world with the latest episode of The Association 100 podcast. In this insightful conversation, Rosemarie Rossetti, a leading accessibility expert and consultant, shares her profound journey and expertise on creating inclusive environments for people with disabilities at meetings and events.

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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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Spring forward into innovation with the Nimble AMS Spring ‘24 release

Nimble AMS

Are you ready to spring your entire association forward with exciting innovation? The Nimble AMS Spring ‘24 product r elease is here to deliver ! Our Nimble AMS team is always working to offer the latest updates to enhance your organization and meet your association-specific needs. Leverage the Nimble AMS Spring ‘24 release to i mprove your staff and member experience , putting you on track to exceed your goals.

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Navigating the AI Landscape: Insights from ASAE’s 2024 Virtual AI Summit

Association Adviser

My experience at ASAE’s 2024 virtual AI Summit was two jam-packed days of unique educational content crafted specifically for association professionals. Throughout the event, we explored the current state of AI within associations, gaining valuable insights to assess the next steps for our respective organizations.

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To bot or not to bot: Using generative AI in grantwriting

Candid

Amid all the talk about generative AI, fundraisers, especially grantwriters, may be asking themselves: Am I out of a job?  Will I be replaced by ChatGPT? Perhaps the question we should be asking instead is: How can we use these tools to create efficiencies and enhance our work? The two of us—combining our experience as a grantwriter, researcher, and grant instructor for 30-plus years and as an instructional designer who regularly uses generative AI, respectively—will discuss the basics: what gen

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Podcast: ‘Uncovering New Revenue Streams with Out of Home Advertising’

The Association 100

Dive into the dynamic world of Out of Home (OOH) advertising with Song Heo of EMC Outdoor on the latest episode of The A100 podcast. Discover how associations can unlock new revenue streams and enhance attendee engagement through innovative OOH strategies. From impactful billboards to experiential activations, learn how targeted advertising in the physical world can significantly benefit your association and exhibitors alike.

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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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INVNT further expands service offerings in event management sector, reinforcing industry leadership

Event Industry News

INVNT, the global leader in live brand storytelling, is proud to announce the continued expansion of its service offerings within the event management sector. This strategic enhancement includes a comprehensive suite of services encompassing logistics, operations planning, and project management, aimed at delivering unparalleled experiences for both physical and virtual audiences worldwide.

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Alternatives to Virtual Onboarding Events

Elevating Engagement

I am a huge fan of virtual onboarding events. It is not a welcome webinar with a set script and slides but a truly responsive event that connects the people attending with the solutions they need. Because I’m a big fan, I had to think for a second when Susan asked this great question during the Member Engagement Labs. “I’m hearing live orientations aren’t well attended; thoughts compared to on-demand?

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Have grantmaker salaries kept up with inflation?  

Candid

As the consumer price index rose 9.1% year-over-year in June 2022—the highest rate in over 40 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—we asked foundations how inflation would affect their operations. In Candid’s 2023 Giving Forecast Survey, 21% of respondents said inflation affected their grantmaking decisions in 2022, and 29% expected it to affect their grantmaking in 2023.

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From overlooked to front page: Master earned media in 5 strategic steps

The Association 100

Struggling to navigate the cluttered media landscape or find the time to secure earned media amidst election noise and other distractions? Unlock the full potential of your association’s storytelling with OnWrd & UpWrd’s eBook, “ 5 Steps to Mastering Earned Media for Your Association.” Designed to empower association professionals, this guide demystifies the process of securing media coverage.

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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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Do You Need to Take a Mental Health Day from Your Nonprofit?

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

PLEASE NOTE: The purpose of this article is to help those who do not normally think about their mental health and remind those of us who already deal with issues to pay attention to signs we may be burning out and need a break from work. If you feel like you may be dealing with more than just stress at work, taking a mental health day away from your nonprofit won’t be enough.

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How Lessons Learned From Fighting Food Insecurity Can Help Your Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

Six best practices for small ways your nonprofit can lead great change. When I began a food drive for folks who had been affected by the pandemic, I did not think it would lead me to a career change, a 501(c)(3), and a lot of incredible lessons and knowledge. Growing out of a single event, Nourish LA now provides a free bag of groceries to any person who shows up at our weekly distribution sites.

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Impact investing: Catalyzing systemic change 

Candid

Once the preserve of large foundations and mega-donors, impact investing is growing in popularity, including among women and younger generations. More than 40% of millennials report engaging in impact investing, compared with 20% of baby boomers. What is impact investing? According to Fidelity Charitable , it’s “the act of purposefully making investments that help achieve certain social and environmental benefits while generating financial returns.

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Navigating the digital transformation in healthcare

The Association 100

Technology continues to revolutionize the ways patients receive care, costs are managed and outcomes improve in the dynamic landscape of healthcare. The American Medical Association (AMA) has been on a journey to help improve the quality of digital health solutions and to accelerate the adoption of those solutions that have proven to be trusted and effective.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Are Marketing and Membership at Opposite Poles? Take the Journey to Collaboration

.orgSource

Is your marketing team hanging out at the North Pole while the membership group chills in Antarctica? If these two drivers of engagement are a world apart, it will be challenging to deliver the seamless experience customers expect from their favorite brands. There was a time when associations didn’t think of their members as customers. We saw their loyalty as beyond commercial transactions.

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Boosting Your Nonprofit’s Visibility with Social SEO

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

The online search landscape is changing. A November 2023 study by HubSpot highlighted a shift towards social media over search engines for information, especially among younger audiences like Gen Z and Millennials. They go on to share that their Trends report shows 31% of consumers now use social platforms for finding information. Another report from DataReportal stated that back in 2022, 75% of internet users used social media to research products, look for reviews, and recommendations.

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Learn about 5 data competencies to help your org activate on its data

HighRoad Solution

Data is abstract. Complex. Multi dimensional. It has wide-spread application and needs a lot of grooming for performance. It’s no wonder there’s often confusion and malaise around it. From an organizational perspective, however, all staff should have an optimal level of data literacy in order to put their data to action. Literacy doesn’t just apply to Data Analysts or Data Operations Managers.

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Event Technology Awards US & Canada Judge Spotlight: Jake Runnion

Event Industry News

The Event Technology Awards (ETA) US & Canada are proud to announce Jake Runnion as a judge for the inaugural stateside edition. Jake Runnion is a Sr. Event Technologist at Meetings & Incentives Worldwide. In his role at M&IW, Jake develops customized event apps and consults with clients to identify their event technology needs.

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How To Build an Exceptional Member Experience | Weds, Dec 11th, 3PM EDT

Speaker: Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket

What does delivering an exceptional member experience mean in today's world? With the right insights, tools, and strategies, you can identify what truly matters to your members, drive meaningful engagement at scale, and continue to meet the ever-evolving needs of your members. Join association experts Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket who will share practical insights on how to build an exceptional member-driven experience by gaining a deeper understanding of your members and d

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How to Increase Employee Engagement

Associations Now

Workers are still feeling uncertain about their role on the job, which has implication for association staffs and the industries they serve. As a buzzword, “quiet quitting” is a thing of the past. But as a factor in the workplace, it remains very much a reality. According to a new report from Gallup, employee engagement still hasn’t quite recovered from the pandemic, with 50 percent of workers categorized as disengaged—that is, quiet quitting.

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Blue Avocado Presents: Copyright Concerns for Nonprofits – Live Q&A

Blue Avocado

A free webinar for the nonprofit sector. Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 11 am PT; 2 pm ET (60 min.) Nonprofits often create content for awareness, fundraising, or educational purposes, and understanding copyright principles is essential. In this one-hour webinar, participants will get an overview of how to protect their copyright and avoid the infringement of others, including: What is protectable What is not copyrightable Public policy behind the law How to protect your organization’s copyrighted

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4 Strategies to Retain Your Nonprofit’s Corporate Sponsor

Achieve

Picture this: your nonprofit just hosted an engaging hybrid auction with the help of a corporate partner. You met your fundraising goals, your donors had an amazing time, and your corporate partner got great visibility and a much-needed boost in their philanthropic reputation. However, once your event concludes, you realize that you could benefit from retaining your corporate partner’s support for future events and campaigns.