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Top tips for effective association fundraising

Nimble AMS

Fundraising can be a powerful way to drive non-dues revenue for your association. . Here’s how fundraising can help your association and what best practices you can use to raise funds more effectively. Non-dues revenue plays a big role in ensuring your association’s ability to grow and thrive. It supplements membership dues revenue and allows you to continue providing great member value. .

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Why Associations Need an Association-Focused Mobile App (And Not Just For Events) (Part 1 of 2)

Association Adviser

Most people are turning to their smartphones first before any desktop or laptop website. So what does this behavior mean for an association’s engagement strategy? This means associations should consider developing their own mobile app that more holistically and permanently represents the association and its members in order to stay engaged – in the most […].

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Become the Most Interesting Person in the Room: Your Association’s In-House Futurist

WBT Systems

No one can predict the future, not even the nice fortune-teller you visit on the way to the beach. A world full of humans with freewill can upset even the rosiest of predictions.

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Are Too Many Meetings Wreaking Havoc on Your Employees’ Mental Health?

Aaron Wolowiec

Are you have too many meetings and it's causing you (and your team) mental health issues? Find out here.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Why You Should Share a Member Spotlight (+ Sample Questions and Examples)

Wild Apricot

Your members are the heart and soul of your membership organization — everything you do is for them and thanks to them! You already provide your members with amazing benefits , fun events, educational resources, and a community of like-minded.

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How to Get the Most Out of the 2022 ASAE MM&C Conference

Higher Logic

The post How to Get the Most Out of the 2022 ASAE MM&C Conference appeared first on Higher Logic. Find out how to make the out of your time at ASAE MMCC (plus, tips on how to ask to go)! The post How to Get the Most Out of the 2022 ASAE MM&C Conference appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Why your association should be using an AMS built on a CRM

Nimble AMS

An association management software (AMS) system built on a customer relationship management (CRM) platform offers associations unmatched functionality. . Read on to learn more about the unique advantages of using Nimble AMS, built on the Salesforce CRM platform, for your association. These days, many large membership-based organizations are choosing to use an association management software (AMS) system built on an enterprise customer relationship management (CRM) platform.

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Does Your Nonprofit Receive Donations of Services, Supplies or Equipment? Changes are Coming!

Blue Avocado

Changes to How Nonprofit Organizations Report In-kind Contributions of Nonfinancial Assets It is common for nonprofits to receive donations and contributions of nonfinancial assets, more commonly known as in-kind contributions. Typical examples of in-kind contributions a nonprofit may receive include but are not limited to: Pro bono legal & professional services Below-market rent payments Donated […].

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COVID-19 case study: Changing funding practices in Europe

Candid

The COVID-19 crisis has shined a spotlight on the value of philanthropy and, for this reason, many foundation representatives believe society at large will expect philanthropy to address global distress in the future. Based on Philea’s recent analysis of surveys, in-depth interviews, and meetings with European foundations, we’ve seen how the pandemic has had significant implications for the way philanthropy operates in Europe.

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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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How the Public Affairs Council Doubled Engagement During Member Onboarding

Higher Logic

The post How the Public Affairs Council Doubled Engagement During Member Onboarding appeared first on Higher Logic. Find out how the Public Affairs Council re-created their member onboarding process and saved time, all while doubling engagement. The post How the Public Affairs Council Doubled Engagement During Member Onboarding appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Does Your MSP Really Provide CIO Services?

Delcor

In the association space, it’s common for organizations to face a complicated set of IT challenges—a tight budget, a small staff, unique business processes that often require multiple systems, and an ever-evolving set of technologies. As a technology consulting firm specializing in the association and nonprofit space, DelCor has a lot of experience working with mission-driven organizations that strive tirelessly to overcome these challenges.

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Go Small to Deliver Big Results: A Look at Microcredentials

Leading Learning

image by Annabel_P from Pixabay. by Ashish Rangnekar of BenchPrep. Microcredentials offer a way for learning businesses to deliver big results not despite their size but because of their size. The microcredentialing opportunity is being proven out. Universities are partnering with online platforms to provide on-demand, flexible microcredentials. Coursera offers Specializations , and edX markets MicroMasters.

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What it takes to be more data driven

Candid

As our social sector continues to become more data-driven, relevant, and responsive, we need better information on which we can all rely. By nature our field hosts a wide array of organizations all in service of good. Centralizing what we can know about each organization is essential to building a field that is effective, efficient and equitable. .

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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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Marketing Movers & Shakers: Meet Andrea Huggins

Higher Logic

The post Marketing Movers & Shakers: Meet Andrea Huggins appeared first on Higher Logic. This spring, we’re celebrating six Marketing Movers and Shakers in the association marketing space. Next up, meet Andrea Huggins! The post Marketing Movers & Shakers: Meet Andrea Huggins appeared first on Higher Logic.

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One Industry One Voice evolves into The Power of Events to activate its revolutionary mission

Event Industry News

Since its formation in July 2020, cross-sector coalition One Industry One Voice (OIOV) set about bringing together the 7 core events industry sectors, defined as business and consumer brand experiences, live music, exhibitions, outdoor events and festivals, weddings & private events, sports and cultural activations, government/third sector events.

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Sparking Innovation in the Hybrid Workplace

Achurch

Let’s dispel an innovation myth. Here’s one: innovation suffers if you can’t get everyone together in the office. The perception that innovation only happens when people are in the same room (i.e., working synchronously) at the same time is just that—a perception. It’s one based on the “that’s the way we’ve always done it” principle. It’s a misperception, not a fact.

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Unlocking Doors to Keep Members Happy and Wanting to Renew

Association Adviser

Your association cannot thrive without key components. And some might suggest that your most important component is your members. Members support your mission, drive networking events, increase social media engagement, provide revenue streams, and, above, all trust you as the ultimate resource for their industry. It’s important that, as an association, you keep your members […].

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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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Gratitude for the nursing industry

Aptify

Do you know what nursing associations do? They advocate for public health issues, educate and support our nurses, fight for better patient care, and more. National Nurses Week is this week (May 6 – 12). Here at Aptify, it got us thinking about all that the nursing industry has gone through in the last couple of years. It’s been in the public spotlight and has had increased demands placed on them. .

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Elizabeth Line opening is “game-changer” for London events industry says ExCeL CEO

Event Industry News

Elizabeth line announces official opening on May 24 th London’s new high-speed train line to reduce travel times to ExCeL London by up to two thirds, with journeys from central London to the venue taking just 12 minutes Resulting time saved expected to lead to significant uplift in networking and trade Venue’s catchment area to expand by up to 68% as a result.

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Ignoring Your Culture Is Like Driving with Your Eyes Closed

PROPEL

None of us would think it’s okay to close your eyes for a while when you’re driving—we know that would end up badly. Yet most of us are willing to ignore our organizational culture for years on end because we are “too busy.” But culture does not stop evolving just because you’re not looking at it. And, as in the car metaphor, ignoring culture will allow it to evolve in ways that cause tremendous.

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GPS Your Career

AssociationChat

Now is the time to be deliberate and rigorous about what is next and ensure your destination is not a circumstance, but your choice. Over the years many people have asked me for advice on how to raise their profile and improve their chances of career advancement. I’ve worked with them to answer those questions in many ways, but now Gregory Fine, FASAE, CAE , and I have created the program that WE wish had been there for us when we were figuring it all out!

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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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Mixed Links for Nonprofit Communicators – May 6, 2022

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

Splash Bar. Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National. Happy, happy Friday! I am back with the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have SEO terms, best fonts for old people, video strategy, Facebook news and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Don’t know the difference between a backlink and an internal link?

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Scottish Event Campus welcomes return of European medical meetings

Event Industry News

The Scottish Event Campus has welcomed the return of European medical meetings with the arrival of the 14 th European Paediatric Neurology Society Congress (EPNS) at the venue this weekend. The hybrid congress hosted 1,000 delegates live in Glasgow and another 600 delegates joined virtually. . The staging of EPNS in Glasgow marks the first of 15 conferences taking place at the venue this year from the European and international medical and scientific meetings sector.

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The 3 Foundations of High Impact Organizations

PROPEL

One of the frustrations I hear the most from leaders right now is their inability to focus their energy and efforts on the higher impact activities. They’re always putting out fires and reacting to the latest development. This is not a leadership flaw—they are getting more done than they ever have before—but today’s crazy environment is pushing them to be being reactive, and they end up missing.

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Is a college degree really required?

Effective Database

Is a college degree really required? I saw a job listing last week for an entry-level position at an association, seeking a data manager. From the job description, the position was focused on managing member records and doing some light querying, reporting, and data analysis. The association was seeking someone with one to three years of experience. … Is a college degree really required?

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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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Getting into the Creative, Strategic State of Flow

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

You know it once you are in the middle of it: It’s called Flow. The concept of flow was popularized by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Jeanne Nakamura. It’s where you become fully immersed in whatever you are doing. The focus can be so intense that it often leads to a natural high, where everything just seems to be, well, flowing. It’s when we are in flow that we are able to be our most creative and to do some really good strategic thinking.

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Welcome to the future of Intelligent Trade Shows

Event Industry News

Konduko is intelligently transforming the trade show industry, by creating a better environment for attendees and exhibitors to engage. We do this by enabling the digital exchange of information at large-scale trade shows and events, entirely without contact. With Konduko it’s incredibly easy for all attendees to get the right information they want from the exhibitors they are interested in simply by using their show badge.

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Virtual Fundraising Ideas for 2022

Raklet

Fundraising is crucial to an organization’s growth, especially for nonprofit organizations and charities. However, coming up with different ways of. The post Virtual Fundraising Ideas for 2022 appeared first on Raklet - Membership Management Software.