Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Tools like ChatGPT can give you a list of ideas to start with and modify as you see fit. Like we said, just make sure organizations with those names don’t already exist! The post All About Association Names: 8 Tips + 35 Examples of Cool Association Names appeared first on WildApricot.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
One association CEO shares how his organization has created opportunities for board members to better understand member needs. Doing so has helped promote transparency and allowed the broader community to be heard. Every board wants to feel like they understand the association’s members and their needs. But that’s not always easy, especially since every organization is composed of members with different viewpoints and backgrounds.
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Multiview
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Promotion is an important part of any event’s planning process. When trying to get the word out about an annual conference or educational webinar , social media is a highly effective tool. The fact is that s ocial media is where people are. They’re looking at their phones, scrolling through Facebook, following influencers and brands on Instagram and Twitter, and networking with likeminded individuals on LinkedIn.
Association Alert
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
What is the Corporate Transparency Act? The Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) was enacted by Congress on January 1, 2021 (31 USC 5301, et seq.). The stated purpose of the law is to address “the disclosure of corporate ownership and the prevention of money laundering and the financing of terrorism.” WHAT? So how does this relate to my Association?
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Association Adviser
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Remote work is here to stay. That’s something we all can agree on, said 2023 ASAE Annual Meeting panelists Chip Flater of the American Counseling Association, George Rears, MBA, PMP, CSM, of Achurch Consulting, Mindy Saffer, LEED AP, of CRESA, and Erik Haas of designDATA. Where we go from here is to address the challenges […] The post The Association Leader’s Strategic Guide to the Hybrid Work Galaxy appeared first on Association Adviser.
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Higher Logic
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The post The Latest Association Community Benchmarks appeared first on Higher Logic. Higher Logic’s 2023 Association Community Benchmark Report is now available! Compare your association’s community activity and engagement performance for actionable insights. The post The Latest Association Community Benchmarks appeared first on Higher Logic.
AssociationChat
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
It’s not like we weren’t paying attention to AI before ChatGPT. It’s just that generative AI, like ChatGPT, is different. Way different. And its capabilities have led to an onslaught of articles and chatter about the generative AI tech darlings Midjourney, DALL-E, and ChatGPT. What’s so different about generative AI? You know how every association is a nonprofit, but not all nonprofits are associations?
.orgSource
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Is digital transformation dead? Well, for the majority of organizations, the transformation is over. They may not all have become butterflies, but most have acquired wings of some kind. Today, we are looking at evolution. At this point, any group missing the digital gene is probably extinct. The focus has gone beyond whether or not you will have digital platforms.
Aaron Wolowiec
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
The decision to mandate antiracism or diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) training should be made carefully. While antiracism training can be valuable and effective when implemented thoughtfully, it is most effective when participants are engaged, willing, and open to the learning process. Mandating it for individuals who are not receptive may lead to a superficial compliance without genuine understanding or behavior change.
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Ever wonder why brands like Apple, LEGO, and Sephora are going all-in on branded communities? It’s because online community building is the secret sauce to connecting with audiences in ways that ads and emails simply can’t. But here's the best part—it’s not just for big corporations. Associations can create thriving online communities too. GrowthZone’s eBook, "The Power of Community," breaks down exactly why a branded online community can be a game-changer for your association.
NetForum
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Association industry research shows that members are seeking professional education opportunities. Here’s how and why to deliver the learning experiences your members want. You probably know that association members are looking for ways to further their careers. But do you know just how significant professional education opportunities are to members?
HighRoad Solution
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of learning about HubSpot’s not shockingly astounding product roll-out at HubSpot’s crown jewel event—INBOUND. To say they hit it out of the park (and I don’t even like baseball) is an understatement. HubSpot yet again jumped 10 steps forward in the enterprise CRM space. Imagine if a Magic 8 Ball and a Genie Lamp had children.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
The American Bar Association’s Disaster Legal Services program is designed to help disaster victims access legal guidance and avoid fraud. The American Bar Association has mobilized a legal support team in response to recent devastating wildfires in Hawaii, part of a long-running disaster-response program that’s become increasingly busy. Last week, ABA announced that it had set up a hotline and other supports for victims of the August wildfires on the island of Maui, which have reportedly killed
AMG
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
September officially ushers in the fall season. It’s time to gather the board and make plans for the coming months. Fall is a great time for community holiday centered events. If your community is in the cold part of the country, the coming months can bring cold temperatures. Here is a task list every HOA should implement while the weather is still mild. 1.
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AMR Management Services
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
When it comes to association digital marketing, your website is the glue that holds your strategy together. While your organization likely already leverages digital marketing assets such as email and social media, your website is the hub where you house important information aimed at current and potential members and sponsors. That being said, your website… The post How to Improve Your Association Marketing with Website UX first appeared on AMR Management Services.
Elevating Engagement
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel. This was the quote I had planned for the epitaph for the opening chapter of my new book, Elevating Engagement —it was perfect because it captured the ethos of the chapter exactly. However, my editor encouraged me not to use it because while the statement is often attributed to Maya Angelou, its origin is somewhat murky.
Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
In her Op-Ed, “Florida anti-mandate law about masks, vaccinations imperils senior communities” published in the August 25, 2023, Palm Beach Post, Becker Community Practice Group Shareholder Donna DiMaggio Berger weighs in on how a new Florida law effectively ties the hands of community associations that want to keep their common areas safe and open during public health emergencies.
Community Associations Network
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
At least five large U.S. property insurers — including Allstate, American Family, Nationwide, Erie Insurance Group and Berkshire Hathaway — have told regulators that extreme weather patterns caused by climate change have led them to stop writing coverages in some regions, exclude protections from various weather events and raise monthly premiums and deductibles.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
Employees and volunteers want professional development, but not necessarily the top job. Clarity and transparency can help them find their way. For a long time, I was pretty skeptical of those bumper stickers that say, “Not all who wander are lost.” Thanks to a strict Midwestern upbringing, I was certain that not knowing your direction was an error, especially if the direction you weren’t going in was up.
Beth Kanter
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
By Beth Kanter & Joan Garry Leading with empathy is one of the most effective ways to avoid burnout at your nonprofit. Joan Garry and I had the joy of collaborating on this article together based on a conversation we had recently. [Click here to learn more about Joan’s Nonprofit Leadership Lab or check out my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit: Impact without Burnout ] Over our years as thought leaders in the field of nonprofit leadership and well-being, and as a nonprofit leadership coach, b
Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
With all the new laws, especially for buildings three stories in height or higher, along with reserve funding requirements, condominium living has just gotten a lot more expensive.
PROPEL
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
Join Sanja Licina, PhD, and Maddie Grant as they engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Janet Pogue McLaurin, Gensler’s Global Director of Workplace Research, in this episode of Empowering Workplaces. Explore the transformative insights from Gensler’s 2023 Workplace Survey Report, uncovering the evolving needs and desires of employees in the post-pandemic era.
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Associations Now
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
The case revolves around whether a plaintiff challenging an association for alleged antitrust violations can include association members as codefendants solely due to their membership and adherence to the group’s rules, codes, or standards. On September 1, ASAE filed an amicus curiae brief to the U.S. Supreme Court [PDF], supporting the United States Soccer Federation’s request for the Court to review a case with significant implications for associations [PDF].
Achieve
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
For nonprofits, fundraising is everything. What if you could double or even triple your fundraising revenue with just the click of a button? Sounds too good to be true? Think again! Matching gift programs empower companies to support their employees’ philanthropic interests by matching their donations. Yet, according to Double the Donation , billions of dollars in eligible gifts go unmatched each year, mainly because donors aren’t unaware that their employers offer these programs.
Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Q: I recall that a few years ago there was a lot of discussion regarding term limits for board members. I have not heard anything about term limits recently and know that a number of board members in my community have served for a long time. What is the term limit for condominium association board members? (S.F., via e-mail) The post Board Term Limits Questioned first appeared on Florida Condo & HOA Law Blog.
ISAE
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Unlocking Growth Potential: The Benefits of Working with a Marketing Agency Whether you run a small business that's just starting out or an established business looking to expand, working with a marketing agency can help unlock your growth potential. Not only can a team of professionals help you find weaknesses in your current strategy, but they can also use their resources and connections to boost a new plan.
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Unlock the secrets to building strong communities and sustaining growth with GrowthZone’s “5 Pillars of Community” ebook. In today's digital era, fostering a sense of belonging is more important than ever. GrowthZone’s informative ebook will help you transform your association’s community and discover new opportunities for growth. Explore the importance of personal and virtual communities, the ACHIEVE Model for success, and the key pillars including Direction, Shared Responsibility, Personal Val
Ngage Management
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
According to Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), the world’s largest community for business events strategists, event planning is one of the most stressful jobs in the world. In a PCMA article online, a study is shared stating that event planner stress levels are the third-most stressful job in the world for 2023. In a high-pressure job, event planners handle the coordination of all sizes of events, including managing client expectations, tight deadlines, long hours, lack of c
Elevating Engagement
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
I’m delighted to be a part of this list of must-read newsletters for association professionals. If you like my newsletter feel free to share it with your friends and check out some other great newsletters below! - Amanda Lea Kaiser A version of this article was originally published by Lead Marvels. These are the newsletters association executives read to stay current on trends, insights, and opportunities for their organizations.
Community Associations Network
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The HOA violation process is among the most challenging parts of managing a community. HOA managers and board members have a duty to enforce rules and promptly handle violations. But, they must also be careful to follow due process to keep things fair and avoid liability.
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