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Membership Insights: 3 Analytics to Enhance Engagement

AMR Management Services

Member engagement is the cornerstone of association success, indicating how effectively an organization connects with its members. Strong engagement leads to increased participation, higher retention, and your organization’s continued growth. Member-based organizations can use data analytics to improve engagement within their groups. Most technology will generate tons of data, though, and it can be hard… The post Membership Insights: 3 Analytics to Enhance Engagement first appeared

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8 ways to improve your association’s efficiency

NetForum

Learn 8 tips and tools to help your association’s staff work more efficiently and deliver a better member experience. 8 ways to improve your association’s efficiency appeared first on NetForum Association Management Software.

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Standing out with brand strategy

The Association 100

On The A100 Podcast , Big Bold Brand’s Karley Cunningham discusses how associations can create a brand that truly stands out, reminding us that your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room. It’s the sum of every interaction with your members. Cunningham shares actionable strategies, including building a brand from the inside out by aligning with your association’s core values and purpose.

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Change the way you think about member engagement

Association Analytics

Member engagement sits at the core of everything an association does. No matter the staff-member, no matter the member benefit or event or email sent, each is a piece of the larger tapestry that is member engagement. While this is a generally accepted fact for any forward-thinking and plugged-in association leader, knowing what to do with this knowledge – or even what membership engagement really means – can be a nebulous task.

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2024 State of Customer Education Report

Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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Nurturing New Talent: How Mentorship Programs Empower the Emerging Workforce

SBI

By Michelle Moser, Director of Marketing and Communication, SBI Mentorship Programs for Generation Z in Associations With every new generation entering the workplace, employers have constantly sought ways to nurture and develop young talent. Generation Z (typically defined as those born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s), the newest generation to enter the workplace, is the most digitally native, socially conscious, and diverse generation to date.

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6 Ways to Optimize & Modernize Your Association's Website

ISAE

Modern associations and their communities thrive online. Online events, webinars, forums, blogs, and other digital engagement tools allow members to expand their knowledge and form beneficial relationships with fellow members. A flourishing online community and optimized association website ultimately promote member engagement, retention, and recruitment.

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The Hidden Powerhouses: Uncovering What Makes the Association Space Indispensable

Association Adviser

In a rapidly evolving world, where digital transformation and shifting member expectations dominate conversations, associations often fly under the radar. Yet, these hidden powerhouses quietly wield significant influence across industries, communities, and individual lives.

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Creating a Board Succession Plan

MemberClicks

Introduction One of the most underutilized yet crucial tools available to associations and nonprofit organizations is a well-developed board succession plan. A comprehensive plan promotes board vitality and diversity, ensures leadership continuity, and supports strategic growth. It encourages the flow of fresh ideas and fosters an environment where board members can serve confidently, knowing that the organization’s future is secured.

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How Can You Boost Your Membership Program's Value?

ISAE

Losing members is a sign to reassess your membership program. Is your communication strategy lacking? Is your marketing strategy falling short? Or maybe members are joining other associations to get more value. If you suspect this is the case, it’s time to start brainstorming how to upgrade your program’s benefits and strategies to keep members engaged.

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The Power of Community: Why a Branded Community is a Must-Have for Every Association

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.

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Why Your Organization Needs a Member Satisfaction Survey and 40+ Question Examples

Wild Apricot

Identify the needs of your members and how to best meet them. Explore the benefits of gathering feedback and ready-to-us examples to help you create a meaningful survey to enhance member experience and drive improvements.

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Association Brain Food: 9.27.24

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” ~Anais Nin Engagement. Amanda Kaiser makes a good point: “Every minute, members can decide whether to engage or to lean away.” Open your email or not. Go to your website or to Google. Are you earning their permission to provide content, benefits, events, ideas, answers, and connections?

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The “Family Friendly” Trap

Spark Consulting

In my nearly 30 years in the association industry, I’ve repeatedly watched talented friends of both genders (but more often women) get stuck in their careers because a workplace is “family friendly.” The current organization offers good benefits or a flexible work schedule, so even though these talented and dedicated association professionals need to move on in order to advance in their careers, they can’t manage to leave.

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5 Reasons Analytics Scares People Off (And Why It’s Not So Spooky)

Association Analytics

The post 5 Reasons Analytics Scares People Off (And Why It’s Not So Spooky) appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Boost Sponsorship, Exhibit, and Ad Revenue

Sales often gets a bad rep. Yet, if securing sponsors, advertisers, and exhibitors is part of your role, it’s essential. But what if it didn’t have to feel time-consuming, uncomfortable, or worse—icky? Join us for the 3-part virtual Sales Accelerator Labs , where customer experience and sales expert Carrie McIntyre will show you strategies to make sales easier, more effective, and dare we say, enjoyable!

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12 Best Grant Management Software for Nonprofits

Wild Apricot

Find the perfect grant management software for your nonprofit. Explore top options to simplify grant tracking, reporting, and compliance and boost your organization's efficiency and impact.

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A dynamic approach to membership and media relations

The Association 100

In a recent video interview with The Association 100, recorded live at ASAE’s 2024 Annual Conference, I sat down with Heather Schaefer, director of marketing for NAFA Fleet Management Association. Schaefer shared how NAFA successfully transitioned to a regional membership model and streamlined its bylaws to create a more inclusive environment for members.

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Report: AI and Workforce Among Top CEO Concerns

Associations Now

KPMG International’s annual survey spotlights leaders’ fears around the economy and workforce, but confidence that technology offers solutions. CEOs around the world are anxious about the economy but also confident that they can handle the challenges presented by AI and cybersecurity, according to a new survey. The 2024 CEO Outlook , released last week by the accounting firm KPMG International, is based on a survey of 1,325 CEOs in 11 countries, including the United States, in July and August 20

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Six Important Ideas about Foresight for Association Decision-Makers

Association Adviser

AUTHOR’S ATTESTATION: This article was written entirely by Jeff De Cagna AIMP FRSA FASAE, a human author, without using generative AI. As of this article’s publication date (9/24/24), there are 1924 days remaining in The Turbulent Twenties, and 99 days until this decade’s midpoint on January 1, 2025.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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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How Associations Make Modern Life Possible (And Why We Help Them)

Association Freak

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Big Secret: Why Associations Matter For more than twenty-three years, Sequence Consulting has dedicated itself to helping associations because, simply put, associations impact makes modern life possible. You might wonder why we focus exclusively on these organizations. Here’s the secret: by helping associations thrive, we’re making the world a better place.

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Engaging the next generation: lessons from SITE’s CEO, Annette Gregg

The Association 100

In a video interview recorded live at ASAE’s 2024 Annual Conference, Annette Gregg, CEO of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence shared SITE’s strategies for engaging younger professionals and adapting to evolving membership needs. As associations face the challenge of attracting the next generation, SITE is rethinking its membership model, focusing on creating a larger, inclusive community rather than just increasing numbers.

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A Destination on the Rise

Associations Now

There’s a lot happening in Sioux Falls, and locals know it. Now, people around the country are starting to take notice of this booming city on the prairie. Getting to Sioux Falls South Dakota’s largest city sits in the southeast corner of the state, near the borders of Iowa and Minnesota, and conveniently located at the junction of two major interstates, I-90 and I-29.

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Supercharge your continuing education program with the right LMS

Freestone

Introduction According to the latest Community Brands research, 51% of association members rank continuing education as the most important membership benefit. With the right best practices and a little time, your organization can ensure your continuing education program is a valuable member benefit and a driver of non-dues revenue. Keep learners invested in your learning program.

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Unlock the Future of Learning Growth and Retention at Cognition24!

The annual Cognition virtual conference is back on October 16, and this year it’s FREE! You’ll enjoy: Inspiring Keynotes from top learning industry leaders, providing fresh perspectives to help you outperform the competition. Hands-on, Skill-Building Sessions to elevate your growth, retention, and product adoption strategies. Exclusive First Look at the latest innovations from Thought Industries, empowering you with tools to grow faster.

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Start to Notice What is Anti-Engaging to Be Engaging

Elevating Engagement

Walk into Tim’s beach house Airbnb, and you will immediately notice a difference. There is a bottle of wine on the table with a handwritten note. The note gets ignored in the whirl of moving in and unpacking, but the guests exclaim over the amenities. There’s a wicker basket full of beach towels. A beach bag is hanging by the door. A quick look in the cupboards confirms that the kitchen is well utensiled.

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Unlocking the power of play: advocacy and innovation

The Association 100

On The A100 Podcast , Stanley Pierre-Louis, president & CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, discusses how the video game industry leads in advocacy, innovation and economic impact. Pierre-Louis shares how ESA supports its members through initiatives like AI policy, IP protection and digital wellness, while collaborating with organizations such as AARP and the American Heart Association to drive innovation.

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New Fannie Mae Mortgage Availability Tool

Association Reserves

We are happy to report that Fannie Mae has created a new online tool to help associations become aware of their “Fannie Mae” eligibility status. Being “Fannie Mae Qualified” is important, as it allows individual consumers to get the most attractive mortgage terms (rates). Lenders like to sell mortgages in the association to Fannie Mae, enhancing their liquidity (having more cash on hand to lend), and thus enhancing their ability to make more mortgages available to other consumers.

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How Matrix Group Chose an AI Note Taker App

MatrixG

It’s rare to be in a Zoom or Teams meeting these days that doesn’t have an AI note taker in the room. Sometimes, there are dueling note takers. Well here at Matrix Group, we have standardized on Fathom. For now. Here’s how we made the decision: Note Taking is Hard My Directors, Project Managers and I are in a LOT of meetings. And for every meeting, someone is tasked with taking notes.

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Unlock the Secrets to Building Community

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

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Why Associations Can’t Ignore AI | Multiview

Multiview

As AI transforms industries, associations are identifying opportunities to enhance member value and provide additional benefits. Hayley Schofill , VP of Strategic Partnerships at Multiview, spoke with Jason Wampler , Managing Director of IT at the International Society of Automation (ISA ), about AI’s role in associations, the challenges of adopting new technology, and their recommendations on implementing this innovation.

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30 Enticing Member Incentive Programs to Grow Your Organization

MemberClicks

In a competitive landscape where associations are vying for attention and membership growth, standing out from the crowd is crucial. This is where member incentive programs come into play. These programs offer added value to both prospective and current members, providing compelling reasons to join and stay engaged with your association. From financial perks like discounts and referral bonuses to exclusive events and professional development opportunities, well-designed incentives can significa

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Why Confidence Matters in a CEO

Associations Now

Assertiveness matters. But experts suggest that assertiveness is rooted in both hard data and soft skills. A confident CEO is a good thing: Not only can they serve as an inspiration to a team, they can move markets. A recent EY report on CEO confidence notes that much of the global economy turns on leaders’ decisions in the face of risk. “History shows that a lack of confidence among business leaders can significantly contribute to or worsen economic downturns,” the report says.