Higher Logic
JULY 11, 2023
The post 5 Key Considerations for Selecting a Customer Community Platform appeared first on Higher Logic. With so many community platforms out there, and some less familiar with what capabilities are needed for success, how does one choose? The post 5 Key Considerations for Selecting a Customer Community Platform appeared first on Higher Logic.
Nimble AMS
JULY 8, 2023
When it comes to needing board approval for new technology, it’s wise to prepare for your appeal. Perhaps your current software is outdated, and you believe new association management software (AMS) will help future-proof your organization. Ensure your board understands your association’s technological needs, helping board members get on board to adopt new technology.
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Associations Now
JULY 9, 2023
Generative AI can make communication more efficient but less trustworthy. Wise leaders will know to use it cautiously. I am not an AI catastrophist. I don’t believe that AI will, as a substantial number of leaders apparently believe, destroy humanity in a few years. Every new technology, from the codex to the car to the personal computer, has arrived alongside proclamations that they spell our downfall.
Nimble AMS
JULY 12, 2023
Does your association count on the hard work of member volunteers? If so, you’re well aware that v olunteers are an invaluable resource , helping to advance your mission and drive success across your organization. R ead our blog to discover how PEAK Grantmaking empowered its member volunteers and strengthened its volunteer program. A nd learn volunteer empowerment strategies to try out at your organization!
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Association Analytics
JULY 10, 2023
Staying ahead of the curve for your members nowadays requires more than just intuition and guesswork. It demands a data-driven approach that enables you to m.
Association Universe brings together the best content for association members and organizers from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Reid All About it
JULY 14, 2023
The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Professional development. You’re more likely to go to the gym if you’re following a workout plan designed by a trainer, right? Likewise, members and customers are more likely to attend education programs when they’re following a professional learning plan. WBT Systems explains how professional learning plans benefit both your association and members and how to get them going.
WBT Systems
JULY 10, 2023
No one disputes the value of lifelong learning. But the problem is mustering up the motivation and knowing where to start.
Higher Logic
JULY 12, 2023
The post Community Management Checklist: How to Manage an Online Community When it’s Not Your Full Time Job appeared first on Higher Logic. The post Community Management Checklist: How to Manage an Online Community When it’s Not Your Full Time Job appeared first on Higher Logic.
Wild Apricot
JULY 11, 2023
The post Write the BEST Nonprofit Mission Statement: 15 Examples + Free Template appeared first on WildApricot.
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Association Adviser
JULY 12, 2023
How do you do, fellow meme enthusiasts? No matter the extent of your social media usage, you probably heard of the summer’s most popular viral meme – the Grimace Shake. With an initial Instagram post of Ronald McDonald’s periwinkle peer that included the caption “it grimace i’m taking over,” McDonald’s dominated the social media landscape […] The post Don’t Grimace!
Aaron Wolowiec
JULY 14, 2023
Are you an experienced facilitator? Perhaps you are a novice? The good news is, Aaron has curated these resources that can be helpful at any skill level.
AvidXchange: Association Management
JULY 13, 2023
The community association management (CAM) industry is caught between a rock and a hard place. In a study by the Foundation for Community Association Research (FCAR), 91% of respondents said they’ve seen expenses increase in 2023, a byproduct of rising material costs and inflation. Still, they’re under pressure to keep fees low while delivering the same services and amenities their homeowners have come to expect.
Association Analytics
JULY 10, 2023
Join this insightful webinar where we’ll dive into the world of custom KPI dashboards with Kristin Sanders, Director of Data Analytics for AAPA.
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.
Nimble AMS
JULY 9, 2023
Nimble AMS is excited to announce our new partnership with Fíonta , a leading Salesforce consulting firm. Since 2001, Fíonta has served almost 1,200 associations, nonprofits, and foundations, assisting with implementation and driving successful software adoption. To meet the unique needs of associations and member-based organizations, the innovative partnership of Nimble AMS and Fíonta will offer an extensive suite of services.
Candid
JULY 13, 2023
Nonprofit work means paperwork. While Candid is working to reduce that burden broadly, here is one specific way we are trying to help: by providing sample grant proposal documents. There are four major documents that you may need to create if your nonprofit is looking for funding. Each has a different purpose and elements you’ll need to make your case to funders.
Associations Now
JULY 12, 2023
It’s important to develop smart guidelines around generative AI, especially since there are a lot of unknowns surrounding it. One expert shares how associations can create strong guardrails so that the technology can be used both effectively and ethically. While generative AI and its uses are top of mind for many organizations, concerns over the ethical use and influence of the technology have popped up among association pros, including in recent conversations in ASAE’s Collaborate online commun
AMR Management Services
JULY 12, 2023
Your association exists to provide your members with valuable services and resources. But as association professionals know, this requires creativity, innovation, and a winning fundraising strategy. Sponsors, whether they’re driving revenue for a specific fundraising event, underwriting a specific program, or providing general support, are key to helping your association fulfill its mission and serve… The post 6 Association Fundraising Ideas Sponsors Will Love first appeared on AMR Managem
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!
Nimble AMS
JULY 14, 2023
As technology rapidly evolves , staying updated with the latest Salesforce features and enhancements is key to achieving organizational goals and maximizing your efficiency. Not only do Nimble AMS customers receive three annual software upgrades , but they also get three yearly Salesforce u p dat es. That’s a lot of enhancements to keep up with !
Ungated
JULY 13, 2023
Community associations should incorporate preventive maintenance and structural inspections into their reserve studies—the important budget planning tools that identify the components a community association is responsible for maintaining or replacing, indicate the status of the reserve fund, and provide a stable and equitable funding plan to offset anticipated future major common area expenditures.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 13, 2023
Shame. Embarrassment. TERROR! These are just three of the frightening emotions that email marketers have experienced after sending a mass email with a mistake. Sometimes the mistake is harmless, like a small typo. Sometimes it’s a DOOZY, like misidentifying a donor, sending to the wrong list, or using inappropriate phrases as placeholder text (stupid headline here!).
Candid
JULY 11, 2023
There is promising evidence that philanthropy is changing to be more responsive to the needs and priorities of communities. Prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic and racial uprisings of 2020, many of these shifts were seen as essential to healing and repairing a society in crisis. As funders scrambled to move money to communities in need, the limitations of conventional philanthropy came into sharper focus.
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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
Nimble AMS
JULY 8, 2023
When it comes to needing board approval for new technology, it’s wise to prepare for your appeal. Perhaps your current software is outdated, and you believe new association management software (AMS) will help future-proof your organization. Ensure your board understands your association’s technological needs, helping board members get on board to adopt new technology.
The Journal by EXEC
JULY 10, 2023
Leading a business towards excellence is akin to conducting a masterful orchestra. Each move—no matter how small—in aggregate, yields an intricate symphony. Like skilled conductors, top CEOs across all industries have honed their craft, synchronizing various elements to create harmonious, prosperous companies.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 12, 2023
Creating a nonprofit marketing budget is much like growing and tending plants – though kind of in reverse. You have to ensure you have all the right ingredients and components necessary to help your activities grow and flourish. And as you go through the process, you have to diligently monitor to ensure everything is moving as it should. Regularly checking for pesky surprise guests or deviations is essential because, without proper attention, things can dry up quickly and, in the worst cas
.orgSource
JULY 10, 2023
The association industry has a reputation for clinging to traditions as stubbornly as Linus hugs his trademark blanket. As the home of organizations that draw on decades of history, it’s not surprising that we love the security of time-honored strategies. But, our community doesn’t get the credit it deserves for invention. If you need proof that this profession boasts its share of innovators, read a few chapters of our Association 4.0 books.
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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.
Blue Avocado
JULY 10, 2023
To fight the battle against hunger, nonprofits can advocate for meaningful change in our societal structures. The post Volunteering Alone Will Not Save Us appeared first on Blue Avocado.
Event Industry News
JULY 10, 2023
Jonas Event Technology (JET) is pleased to unveil its new US office, based in Houston, Texas. While JET increased its business dealings with US-based events in 2021, the remarkable success in customer service over the course of a year led to the official inauguration of the USA operations and office in 2022.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 14, 2023
Yak and Yeti. Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Happy Friday! I’m back with the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers. This week we have Threads insights, AI myths and warnings, how to attract better employees, bizarro productivity tips, and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Julia Campbell started a series Much Ado About Threads Part 1 – What The Heck Is Threads?
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