Sat.Jan 25, 2025 - Fri.Jan 31, 2025

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Association Communications that Cut Through the Clutter

Association Adviser

Its way too easy for communications today to consume our members rather than serve them. Even when your associations content is relevant and timely, it has to compete with a news and media landscape that feels like non-stop noise.

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5 Association Website Improvements You Need to Make Today

AMR Management Services

Its no secret that your associations website is a powerful tool for recruiting, engaging, and retaining members. In fact, studies show that increasing member engagement, such as visits to the members-only section of an associations website, correlates with overall membership growth. Even if youre confident that your associations website meets the mark, theres always room… The post 5 Association Website Improvements You Need to Make Today first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Why Your Association’s Future Depends on Embracing Digital Transformation

.orgSource

Digital transformation is no longer a choice; its a necessity. In todays technology-driven world, associations that fail to modernize risk losing relevance, members, and revenue. Meeting evolving member expectations and staying competitive requires a commitment to embedding technology into every aspect of your organizations strategy. Despite the urgency, many associations are struggling to keep pace.

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Inside an Association’s PSA Contest

Associations Now

A group supporting driver-ed teachers has developed a curriculum around safe driving, increasing its visibility and credibility. A partnership between a charitable nonprofit and a membership association is using the associations expertise alongside teens creativity to promote safe driving. Since 2009 the National Road Safety Foundation has used various partners to help support its Drive2Life PSA contest , where teens around the United States are invited to write scripts promoting driver safety.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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!

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What to Do When Board Members Overstep

Wild Apricot

Having trouble with your board members? We'll share what overstepping looks like, what to do when it happens and how to prevent it in this blog.

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Reimagining global events to foster connection and growth

The Association 100

At the World Trade Centers Association , weve reimagined our flagship Global Business Forum (GBF) to create a more impactful and immersive experience. The GBF now features six key tracks, including innovation, sustainability and local arts and culture, connecting global thought leadership with host cities like Bengaluru, India and Marseille, France.

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Harnessing the power of hyperlocal media

The Association 100

In this Association Insights video , I explore how associations can strategically use hyperlocal media to amplify their PR efforts. Hyperlocal outlets are perfect for targeting specific member demographics or regional audiences, especially when promoting events, advancing advocacy or sharing member success stories. For instance, when hosting an event in a particular city, engaging local media can help attract the communitys attention.

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Stakeholder Communication: The Role of Financial Statements

Achieve

When you work with various stakeholders to accomplish your mission, it is extremely important to communicate with them effectively. Volunteers, funders, board members, staff, and other community members dedicate their hard-earned funds, time, and energy to your organization, so you must be transparent with them about your operations and impact. One of the best ways to maintain transparency is to share your nonprofits financial statements.

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Top Lead Retrieval Questions to Maximize Event Success

Expo Logic

Boost event ROI with the right lead retrieval questions! Discover essential strategies to qualify leads, enhance follow-ups, and convert prospects into long-term clients. Maximize exhibitor and sponsor success! The post Top Lead Retrieval Questions to Maximize Event Success appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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Turn Messy Data into a Strategic Asset with This Essential Guide

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.

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How to Get Donations From Companies

Wild Apricot

Looking to secure donations from companies but don't know where to start? We'll guide you through requesting donations and building strong relationships with companies.

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Association Brain Food: 1.31.25

Reid All About it

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. Dr. Seuss Association survey. MGIs 2025 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Survey is closing next Friday. I strongly encourage your associations participation.

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‘Local News Insights’ with Alysia Wiebe

The Association 100

On The A100 Podcast , our January media series continues with Alysia Wiebe, news producer at ABC30 in Fresno, California. With over a decade of experience, Wiebe offers a behind-the-scenes look at local news, sharing how her team crafts impactful stories that resonate with their community. She discusses the evolving landscape of local journalism, the role of digital platforms and what makes a pitch stand out to producers.

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Social Media Publishing is “Leading” the Way!

Click

Its 2025. If youre not using social media to generate new leads and opportunities for your business or organization, then youre missing out on the greatest single marketing tool at your disposal! From LinkedIn and Facebook to Instagram and X, social media should be a well-formed and indispensable part of your marketing strategy. So, whether youre still trying to understand social marketing, or perhaps just dipping your toes into the sea of potential, lets take a look into how you can use social

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2025 Association Survey Results Report

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

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Finalists Revealed for the 2025 International AGF Awards

Event Industry News

AGF (A Greener Future) reveals 34 events, venues and innovators from 14 countries as finalists in theInternational AGF Awards 2025, sponsored by Skydiamond. Awards are given across 10 important sustainability categories, including power, water, food and travel, and the top accolade of the International Greener Festival Award and International Greener Arena Award 2025.

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The Power of Ownership: Why Nonprofit Websites Matter More Than Ever in 2025

Achieve

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‘Navigating Trade Journalism’ with Jay Campbell

The Association 100

Our January media series continues on The A100 Podcast as Jay Campbell, co-founder of The Company Dime, shares his journey from aspiring journalist to a respected voice in travel trade publishing. In this insightful episode, Campbell discusses the evolution of media, from the early days of print to the current challenges and opportunities of a digital-first landscape.

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Learning from peers to refine your nonprofit funding strategy

Candid

If you work at a nonprofit, you already know the importance of developing a strategy for financial sustainability. But where should you start? A useful early step is to look at what peer organizations are doing. Benchmarking against peers can help you refine your assumptions about what being financially sustainable could look likeor develop entirely new assumptions.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Can Associations Lead on Innovation?

Associations Now

Recent reports find that under all that optimism, executives worry about their capacity to deliver new ideas. Associations have an opportunity to help. Leaders these days seem to have a split mindset. According to survey after survey, executives are feeling positive about their economic fortunes in the coming year. But theyre also despairing about what do to about AI, how it will affect their industry and workforce, and what theyll need to do to survive long-term.

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Matt Whiteman Appointed Executive Head Chef of The Venues Collection

Event Industry News

The Venues Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Matt Whiteman as Executive Head Chef.

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How to Earn More Revenue from Your Niche Job Board

YM Careers

One of the biggest challenges employers face in finding niche talent for their hard-to-fill roles is the expense. They want to get the best return on their recruitment dollars. Between […] The post How to Earn More Revenue from Your Niche Job Board appeared first on YM Careers by Momentive Software.

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How to secure essential technology funding to deliver on nonprofit missions

Candid

The Technology Association of Grantmakers 2024 State of Philanthropy Tech Survey highlights both progress and ongoing challenges in how funders are supporting nonprofit technology needs. The report makes clear that, without more substantive investments in technology, the ability for nonprofits to deliver on their mission is increasingly at risk. Smaller shares of grantmakers providing technology and tools, unrestricted funding The good news is that a significant majority of funders are now commi

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How To Build an Exceptional Member Experience | Weds, Dec 11th, 3PM EDT

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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New Book Release: The Seven Deadly Sins of Membership Marketing

Membership Marketing

I wanted to share the news: my latest book, The Seven Deadly Sins of Membership Marketing , is now available on Amazon ! Over three decades of working with professional and trade associations, Ive been invited to countless meetings with one recurring question: How do we turn around our declining or stagnant membership numbers? While working with nearly 100 associations, Ive observed a familiar pattern: the challenge isnt due to a lack of effort.

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Badgy: Smooth on-site badge printing

Event Industry News

Imagine a badge printing solution that transforms complex printing logistics into a seamless, plug-and-play experience. Badgy seamlessly integrates with your favourite ticketing platforms, automatically pulling attendee information and turning badge management into a minimal-hardware, maximum-flexibility dream for event organisers. With direct integrations, your event setup becomes effortless – no manual data entry, no complicated imports.

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Once is an accident, twice is coincidence, three times is a pattern.

Effective Database

Once is an accident, twice is coincidence, three times is a pattern. We've probably all heard this phrase: "Once is an accident, twice is a coincidence, three times is a pattern.

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Where do foundations stand on multiyear funding?

Candid

The research is clear about the many benefits of multiyear funding. According to a literature review by the Institute for Voluntary Action Research, multiyear grants provide greater organizational stability and capacity. They take into account the longer time horizon needed to effect meaningful change, so nonprofits can dedicate less effort toward fundraising and focus more on accomplishing their missions.

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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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Stakeholder Communication: The Role of Financial Statements

Achieve

The body content of your post goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source.When you work with various stakeholders to accomplish your mission, it is extremely important to communicate with them effectively. Volunteers, funders, board members, staff, and other community members dedicate their hard-earned funds, time, and energy to your organization, so you must be transparent with them about your operati

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Silent Conference have launched the Next Generation of Wireless Audio: Zed Headphones

Event Industry News

Silent Conference has launched its next-generation Zed Headphones, redefining silent events with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability. For the first time, event organisers can deliver over 50 audio channels simultaneously in a single space, enabling even more content and parallel presentations to be delivered side by side.

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LMS best practices: Optimize learner engagement effectively

Freestone

Introduction How well does your continuing education program leverage your learning management system (LMS)? Today, LMS platforms have become an integral part of professional development and continuing education programs. By providing a centralized platform for delivering, tracking, and managing educational content, LMS solutions have revolutionized how learners and organizations approach education.

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