GrowthZone

APRIL 18, 2023

Marketing Automation is a premium module available in the GrowthZone platform that will help you increase engagement, recruit members, and save time. If these benefits alone don’t convince you, read on to learn why you will want to implement these features if you haven’t already. In general, marketing automation can be extremely helpful for associations in several ways: Efficient communication Marketing automation tools enable associations to efficiently communicate with their member

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

AI, which once lived on the far horizon, is making a swift and dramatic entrance into our daily lives. The technology promises to upend the way business operates. Yet no one is sure how that new reality will unfold. It’s certain that jobs, which are ubiquitous in the current economy, will disappear in the same way that file clerks and gas station attendants have vanished.

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Associations Now

APRIL 16, 2023

The National Asphalt Pavement Association wanted to set long-term industry goals in a short amount of time. Research and organization set the tone—and generated revenue too. In late 2020, the board of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) wanted to focus more on goals relating to climate and sustainability. Those issues were clear, but the goals that needed to be wrapped around them weren’t.

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Associations Now

APRIL 19, 2023

Employer-provided mental health programs improve staff well-being on and off the job. However, these resources often go untapped by employees. An expert shares how cultivating a culture of support and education can encourage staff to use these benefits. Last December, Employee Assistance Professionals Association CEO Julie Fabsik-Swarts, MS, CFRE, CAP, made the decision to close the EAPA office between Christmas and New Years.

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Raklet

APRIL 19, 2023

Why People Should Use Membership Software Membership management software is a must-have for companies and organizations that rely on member. The post Top 20 Membership Management Software (Reviews + Pricing) appeared first on Raklet - All-in-one platform to grow your audience.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 19, 2023

Happy National Volunteer Week 2023 ! Celebrate your volunteers this and every week by ensuring your member volunteers feel the love. Your member volunteers help move your mission forward, driving success across your organization. Increase volunteer engagement and retention with these tips to show volunteer appreciation and celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation W eek!

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Association Adviser

APRIL 17, 2023

In Part I of this series, I challenged the association community to examine its orthodox beliefs around board/staff partnership, rethink the deeper meaning of the underlying relationships, and imagine new possibilities for this collaboration to serve as a force for shaping a different and better future. As I reflected on the first column and what […] The post Rethinking Board/Staff Partnership for The Turbulent Twenties: Part II appeared first on Association Adviser.

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Ungrated

APRIL 18, 2023

Veteran community association leaders say whipping up a plan to recruit, educate, and retain volunteers is essential to volunteer success and is a delicate mix that includes patience, flexibility, solid coaching, and listening skills—plus a dash of strong commitment to community. Volunteers are essential to the functioning of community associations , and April is National Volunteer Month—a perfect time to recognize the hard work, dedication, and time volunteers give to various organizations, inc

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Associations Now

APRIL 17, 2023

With National Volunteer Week underway, it’s the perfect time to thank your volunteers for all they do. More importantly, understanding how they want to be appreciated will allow associations to provide more meaningful recognition. As associations celebrate National Volunteer Week , many are taking the time to show volunteers how much they are appreciated and valued.

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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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Wild Apricot

APRIL 17, 2023

The post How to Write a Sponsorship Letter (+ 7 Templates) appeared first on WildApricot.

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Reid All About it

APRIL 21, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Free member education. Should associations list education programs as a membership benefit if members have to pay for them like everyone else does? I don’t think so and neither does WBT Systems. They suggest options for offering members a selection of free education programs as a true membership benefit or as part of a membership tier.

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Higher Logic

APRIL 21, 2023

The post Safeguard Member Engagement Through Choice: Message Categories and Email Preferences appeared first on Higher Logic. Your email program needs to allow for choice. Allow members to self-select what content they’re interested in and make it easier to track their subscriptions with message categories and preference management. The post Safeguard Member Engagement Through Choice: Message Categories and Email Preferences appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Aptify

APRIL 20, 2023

Behind the scenes: The Aptify team prep for ASAE AMS Demo Days [link] The Aptify team is excited to demo for ASAE AMS Demo Days next Wednesday April 26th at 1:40 PM ET. Check out the vlog for a sneak peek into their plans! Transcription: Jim Redin: Hi, Allison, how are you today? Allyson Olaniel: Hey Jim, I’m doing great. How about yourself? Jim Redin: I’m great, Allyson.

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Elevating Engagement

APRIL 21, 2023

Do you remember the Tweet Ups of about 13 years ago? If you didn’t attend one, they were either officially organized or unofficial gatherings of people on Twitter at an in-person event. Back in the day, these gatherings were BRILLIANT! Then I worked for a professional association and ran the association’s handle. After tweeting, retweeting, liking, celebrating, and chatting with the members of our community online for years, it was soooooo much fun to put a face with the handle.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Member advocates are the backbone of your campaigns and the heart of your advocacy program. Read our blog to discover how to advance your advocacy program’s efforts and better engage your member advocates online. 3 Tips to elevate your association’s online advocacy efforts Follow these strategies to address any pain points in your organi

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AMG

APRIL 17, 2023

When a community is managed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) it can be obvious. Home values are impacted depending on things such as location, amenities, and regulations. Here are 5 differences between an HOA and a non-HOA community: 1. Aesthetics: An HOA managed community typically maintains a consistent appearance of the neighborhood. This can create more interest in homebuyers in the community which can raise the value of homes. 2.

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Forj

APRIL 20, 2023

Just as companies have used personas to better connect with and engage customers, associations are uncovering opportunities to model experiences around their members. Member personas are helping professional organizations gain insights into the specific traits and characteristics that influence members' wants, needs, and decision-making.

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Associations Now

APRIL 18, 2023

The Ohio Society of CPAs’ initiative is designed to encourage accounting firms to hire qualified candidates who might struggle with traditional workplace structures. Since summer 2022, the Ohio Society of CPAs has intensified its DEI efforts around neurodiversity by partnering with an employment agency that supports job candidates with ADHD, autism, and other cognitive disabilities.

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Delcor

APRIL 20, 2023

There has been a lot of chatter about artificial intelligence (AI) recently. If you’ve been following the conversations at all, you’ll likely have been flooded with a whirlwind—or maybe more of a category 5 hurricane—of information with some blend of optimism, pessimism, and excitement. But that excitement has bred urgency—urgency to use AI, urgency to protect yourself and your members from AI, urgency to establish policies around AI, or perhaps just an urgency to talk about AI.

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AMG

APRIL 20, 2023

We recently sought the opinion of Paul Mengert, CEO of Association Management Group, Inc., and an expert in the field of Homeowners Associations (HOAs), regarding NC Senate Bill 312. Mr. Mengert expressed his opposition to the proposed bill, which was introduced on March 14, 2023, by Sen. Kandie Smith (D-Edgecombe, Pitt) and seeks to amend the assessment collection provisions of the NC Planned Community Act (NGSS 47F) and the NC Condominium Act (NCGS 47C).

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The Journal by EXEC

APRIL 20, 2023

LinkedIn is the leading professional networking site for people looking for employment, business partners, and other solutions to their industry challenges. The platform is an excellent resource for connecting people, becoming a thought leader, and widening your network. Traditionally, LinkedIn has also been utilized by membership organizations and associations as a way to help grow their community.

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Multiview

APRIL 20, 2023

Cross-team collaboration is one of the most important parts of a healthy workplace. It's what helps us stay on top of our game, and what makes us more efficient. In today’s atmosphere, we're constantly competing with not just other companies – or in this instance associations – but also other people. The need to be able to work together in order to stay competitive is imperative.

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Raklet

APRIL 19, 2023

If you’re running a nonprofit, you know how challenging it can be to manage day-to-day operations, engage with donors and. The post Your Unrivaled Guide to Nonprofit Management (Tips+) appeared first on Raklet - All-in-one platform to grow your audience.

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MemberClicks

APRIL 16, 2023

Choosing the right post event survey questions can impact whether you get high-impact insights from your attendees. If you don’t ask the right questions, you may not get the answers you need to help improve your next event. In this article, we’re focusing how to pick the questions for your survey and providng a complete list to choose from. Check out our other blog for info on event feedback surveys, how to send them and tips and tricks.

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The Journal by EXEC

APRIL 17, 2023

Association Management Companies (AMC) are the perfect partners for directing and managing your organization. But how can you ensure you're making a wise investment? Association executives must consider many factors: local or national, well-established versus a newer operation, and previous experiences. There are also elements like culture, ethics, and leadership to evaluate when deciding which AMC will you reach maximum potential.

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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.

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Associations Now

APRIL 20, 2023

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, we’re asked readers to share their organization’s environmental-related efforts. From internal initiatives to industrywide efforts, associations are doing several different things to prioritize sustainability. Although Kermit said, “It’s not easy being green,” many associations know the importance of pushing forward sustainability and ESG initiatives both internally and for their industries and professions.

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Ewald in Practice

APRIL 21, 2023

Everyone on a board is there for a reason. Whether it’s passion for the association or passion for the industry, everyone on a board should have a reason for being there. When there are so many good intentions in one room, it’s common to see priorities differ from member to member, but it’s important to unite as a board when there is a challenge. As the state of the world changes faster than ever, industry challenges have become more intense and divisive.

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Effective Database

APRIL 19, 2023

Who is your data evangelist? I was recently talking with a client of mine about a new position they are hoping to add, one they were calling "data hygienist" (a title I love). This is an association with over 50 staff, so having someone on staff dedicated to keeping the data clean makes a lot of … Who is your data evangelist?

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