Raklet
JANUARY 3, 2023
Community management has become more and more important with the increasing use of social media and the rate of forming. The post The Ultimate Guide to Community Management (2023) appeared first on Raklet - Membership Management Software.
Elevating Engagement
JANUARY 3, 2023
Erika sat at her desk with a mug of steaming coffee and popped her email open. Since she joined the association three weeks ago, she’d been scanning the daily digests that chronicled activity in the online forum. Sometimes the topics were interesting, and occasionally, an idea caught her eye that she could use immediately. Today was one of those days.
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Beth Kanter
JANUARY 2, 2023
Leaving for my first in-person event in 2022 after two years of pandemic shut down. Rituals are intentional small, tangible acts done routinely and carry meaning. Our family has several New Year’s rituals, including a nature hike. Unfortunately, the atmospheric river dumping a lot of much needed rain prevented us from enjoying a hike. Rituals can also be used by professionals to boost personal productivity because rituals capitalize on our brains’ ability to direct our behavior on autopilot, al
PROPEL
JANUARY 3, 2023
Employee engagement surveys are about satisfaction. They have questions like, do you like coming to work every day, are you optimistic about the future of this company, are you satisified with the benefits package, do you have confidence in the leadership, etc. The goal is always to get high scores. Your results will be delivered usually with a green-yellow-red scale, and lots of green means you.
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 As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Multiview
JANUARY 5, 2023
On July 20, 2022, the House Energy and Commerce Committee (E&C) approved the proposed American Data Privacy and Protection Act (ADPPA) by a 53-2 margin. In a two-decade effort to develop a national security and digital privacy framework, ADPPA represents a huge step forward by Congress to create new protections for all Americans. This is especially true as it comes at a time when five out of the fifty United States (California, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and Virginia) have their own data p
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Higher Logic
JANUARY 5, 2023
The post The Top Books for Community Managers in 2023 appeared first on Higher Logic. In the name of a fresh start this year, Carrie Melissa Jones highlights seven of her top recommended reads for community builders from 2022. The post The Top Books for Community Managers in 2023 appeared first on Higher Logic.
Association Analytics
JANUARY 5, 2023
As we head into 2023 with excitement and enthusiasm, we reflect back fondly on 2022 as a year of important and successful investments from Association Analytics (A2) to the association community covering everything from analytics webinars, industry partnerships, evolving product features, great employees and significant focus on customer success. Sharing Our Love of Data.
Aaron Wolowiec
JANUARY 6, 2023
As Aaron returned to a regular work schedule this week, it occurred to him that now’s the time to both reflect on our current level of facilitation knowledge and confidence, as well as take stock in those important conversations we need to have before we get too far into the minutia of the day-to-day meetings and tasks that are almost inevitably creeping into our calendars.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 6, 2023
The post How To Create an Effective Donor Stewardship Program in 8 Simple Steps appeared first on WildApricot.
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Higher Logic
JANUARY 6, 2023
The post How Associations Can Avoid Assumptions to Better Serve Their Members appeared first on Higher Logic. Many associations understand they exist to serve the needs of their members, but the concept of servant leadership goes beyond that. . The post How Associations Can Avoid Assumptions to Better Serve Their Members appeared first on Higher Logic.
Candid
JANUARY 5, 2023
Chantal Forster, Executive Director, TAG ( Technology Association of Grantmakers ). If you’ve been waiting for an invitation to the data conversation, this is it. Whether you’re a nonprofit, funder, or a consortium of both, fundamental questions are surfacing about social sector data that merit your attention. Last month, at the TAG2022 conference for global philanthropy tech in San Antonio, we featured a panel on the future of social sector data that only scratched the surface of co
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JANUARY 5, 2023
If you work in nonprofit communications, suddenly you are a professional photographer. Not only that but you are also expected to coach others on taking good photographs on their phones. And you are also supposed to know how to edit photos and then sort, manage, and store them all in some meaningful way. That’s a lot! Let’s start with taking photos on your own phone.
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 3, 2023
The post 7 Top Association Trends for 2023 + Free Ebook! appeared first on WildApricot.
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.
Elevating Engagement
JANUARY 6, 2023
The fortress doors swung closed in front of us, and two French colonial soldiers with silly/stern expressions barred our path. “Who goes there?” called out one. I was six years old when my parents took me to Nova Scotia. I remember only bits and pieces of that week-long trip, and only from the day we went to Louisbourg. The Fortress of Louisbourg is a Canadian National Historic Site and reenactment museum depicting a heavily walled and fortified town from the early to mid-1700s.
Candid
JANUARY 4, 2023
In response to the simultaneous global pandemic and racial equity movement, philanthropy committed to act with urgency to better support nonprofit partners, as well as the people and communities hit hardest by the impacts of these dual events. Pledges were made to reduce barriers, shift power, and engage in more equitable funding practices. However, without a comprehensive baseline of the diversity represented within organizations, philanthropy can’t make good on these promises.
AMG
JANUARY 4, 2023
As the New Year begins, HOA managers and boards should start thinking about what 2023 has in store. Here are some important resolutions that are essential for a well running homeowners association. 1. Recruit Board Members Each HOA manager needs to focus on recruiting and finding people who are interested in community affairs. One way to approach them is with an invitation to join an HOA board.
Ungated
JANUARY 4, 2023
Not every organization gets to celebrate 50 years. Those that do drive transformation, integrate new technology, ignite passion, and instill pride. Whether you’ve been with us since the early days or you’re a new member, you know that CAI is the collective place for community association information, education, and resources. Founded in 1973, CAI was organized through the joint efforts of the Urban Land Institute, National Association of Homebuilders, the U.S.
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!
PROPEL
JANUARY 5, 2023
In this episode, we dig deep with association provocateur and futurist Jeff De Cagna into one of his six tough questions for boards: “When it comes to the expanding embrace of technology in both their associations and the broader world, …boards face a fundamental dilemma: technology will be at the core of their organizations’ pursuit of long-term thrivability even as it remains an ongoing source.
Candid
JANUARY 6, 2023
Candid’s Issue Lab provides access to more than 33,000 philanthropic resources, which include reports, studies, surveys, and toolkits that cover a variety of issue areas and are contributed by social sector organizations from around the world. With all these options, we wanted to look back and highlight some of the Issue Lab community’s most popular publications in 2022, featuring a wide array of topics ranging from education to participatory grantmaking and beyond.
Blue Avocado
JANUARY 3, 2023
Organizations of all types, and especially those that provide direct social services, are frequently met with a lack of community support and even downright opposition. To counteract NIMBY attitudes, a two-step framework is presented for proactive community engagement that will build local support. The post Turning NIMBY into YIMBY! (YES in my Backyard!
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JANUARY 3, 2023
We are still going through the data for our 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report coming out later this month, but here is what I have found out from my other sources (aka the Internet) about what’s going to happen in the marketing world in 2023. General Marketing Trends. 80+ Content Marketing Trends for Success in 2023. The Future of Search in 2023: Google Goes Multi-Modal.
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Achurch
JANUARY 3, 2023
Top 5 blogs of 2022: Lessons to take into the new year . We’re a few days into 2023. Already many of us are trying to keep pace with the “new goals” that come with a fresh slate of 365 days waiting to be written. Before we dive full force into the new, we’ve looked back at our 2022 blogs to see what rose to the top. The most sought out topics ranged from selecting a workplace model to understanding how to connect better in a remote workplace.
Association Adviser
JANUARY 3, 2023
Since events are a significant contributor to associations for generating and maintaining memberships and non-dues revenue, it’s important to consistently offer enticing and exciting events for your members and industry. Whether your association’s event goals are building community, promoting the association, educating members and the general public or connecting with industry organizations, it’s mission-critical to work toward boosting attendance.
Event Industry News
JANUARY 4, 2023
Less than 10 years ago, the average conference attendee was producing more than four pounds of waste and nearly 400 pounds of CO2 emissions a day, according to studies. The events industry has therefore had to seriously re-evaluate its contribution to environmental damage, and IET London: Savoy Place has been doing exactly that. Specialising in […].
Aptify
JANUARY 3, 2023
Is implementing new software in your future? Learn what to expect when implementing new membership management software. Selection is over and your decision is made. Is it time for a breather? No, not yet. Here are some tips to make sure your organization is prepared for the four biggest challenges in the software migration process. 1. Identifying Your Data Points.
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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.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JANUARY 6, 2023
It’s been almost 2023 for a week. How are we feeling about it so far? To get back into the swing of things, check out the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have a great deal on communications training, New Years rituals, meditations, words, and resolutions, Instagram vs Facebook, and more.
The Journal by EXEC
JANUARY 6, 2023
Image Credit: Xtreme Xperience The season of giving is upon us; however, branded hoodies and coffee mugs are not at the top of everyone’s list. When choosing a company gift for a client or rewarding the team with an appreciation treat, the traditional go-to's are lazy, uninspiring, and unsustainable. Gifting someone is the perfect opportunity to strengthen relationships, be personable, and obviously, not be misconstrued as a marketing moment.
Event Industry News
JANUARY 4, 2023
The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation. Wales defeated Italy 28-24 in a final vote, announced by Worldchefs, to host the global event which is expected to attract 1,000 chefs and more than 5,000 visitors from 100-plus countries around […].
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