Sat.Dec 18, 2021 - Fri.Dec 24, 2021

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4 Tips for Increasing Engagement Between Virtual Attendees

Wild Apricot

This is a blog post by Christina Tomlinson, VP of Marketing & Events at Pathable. When it comes to successfully hosting a virtual event, one of the biggest hurdles you’ll face is engaging your audience. In fact, according to this survey.

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2022 Calls for Sound Community Management Strategy

Higher Logic

The post 2022 Calls for Sound Community Management Strategy appeared first on Higher Logic. We saw unprecedented societal changes from the pandemic on business and daily life over the past 18 months. Our 2021 Engagement Trends Report reveals the association online community engagement trends that emerged. The post 2022 Calls for Sound Community Management Strategy appeared first on Higher Logic.

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Unique Ways to Structure Your Online Community

Breezio

Thinking about restructuring your online community? Here are some ways in which you can optimize your online community and add interactive elements that encourage your members to participate.

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Need More Hands on Deck? Recruit Online Education Volunteers

WBT Systems

It’s easy to come up with great ideas for enhancing online education programs. We love doing that for you, and your members probably do too. However, execution is not so easy. You can only do so much.

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How to Create a Community Your Members Can't Get Enough Of

Here’s Your Blueprint for Year-Round Member Engagement. Are you ready to transform your association into a thriving, 365-day community? Download GrowthZone’s ebook, How to Create a Community Your Members Can’t Get Enough Of , and learn strategies for leveling out the peaks and valleys of member engagement. This guide provides actionable strategies to create consistent networking opportunities, deliver value-packed content, and foster connections that your members won’t want to miss.

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Membership Card Template: How to Create Membership Cards In 3 Minutes

Wild Apricot

One of the best ways to improve your members’ experience is to provide them with membership cards. Creating them may seem like a fairly straightforward process, but believe it or not, how you design and distribute your membership cards can have.

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Strategically Entrepreneurial: Diane Wessman, Royal Architectural Institute of Canada

Association Adviser

Association professionals are used to wearing many hats: leader, communicator, strategist, and entrepreneur, to name a few. It takes a high level of organization and drive to be a successful association entrepreneur, but Diane Wessman of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) manages her responsibilities with aplomb. As Vice President of Operations for RAIC, […].

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Are You Ignoring a Huge Piece of Your Culture?

PROPEL

I presented with a client last week at the Digital Now conference in Nashville, and we shared the story of how this organization made the shift to clarifying their strategic line of sight, down to a set of both annual AND quarterly goals and metrics. Both the staff and the volunteers had to make some significant adjustments to this new system. The old way of doing things was quite ingrained.

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Looking ahead: Educating, advocating, and supporting communities in the new year

Ungrated

The holiday season is upon us once again. It’s a perfect time to reflect on the challenges, achievements, and changes we experienced ahead of the new year. One year ago, many of us were ready to say goodbye to 2020. In the rearview mirror was devastation, loss, and uncertainty. We looked forward to January and a year of renewed optimism—a fresh start and a hopeful return to our pre-COVID-19 days.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 8: Chocolate Gingerbread Wreath Cookies

Aaron Wolowiec

On the eighth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kate Pojeta shares with us a cookie favorite that bring decorating fun for the family!

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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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Don’t Forget about Your Remote Team When You’re Hybrid

Achurch

When equipping the office space , consider your entire team. Think about what equipment and resources your employees will require, provide, and/or pay for themselves. Regardless of how many days they work from home, it’s essential that their home office is set up similarly to the office. Having an ergonomically friendly desk and chair arrangement is as crucial at home as it is in the office.

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Your Culture Changed—Whether You Wanted It To or Not

PROPEL

When you intentionally design your culture, it develops a certain center of gravity to it. The world may change constantly, but a well-designed culture will stay its course. If you have a “culture by default,” on the other hand, the culture frequently bends to pressure from the outside, and the results are typically not good. Then came 2020.

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17 Event Planning Tips for Engaging, Streamlined Events

MemberClicks

More organizations than ever are leaning into events (whether virtual or in-person) to pull in prospective members and engage current ones. A recent survey showed that the virtual event market alone is expected to be worth $504.76 billion by 2028. As you begin putting together your events, you’ll want to create a robust plan so your future conferences and events are efficient and engaging for attendees, no matter what is thrown your way.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 7: Grandpa Dave’s Waffles

Aaron Wolowiec

On the seventh day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Jenny Hill shares with us her Grandpa’s recipe for waffles. Simple and delicious!

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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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In Tobi's Words.

Ngage Management

As I reflect on this moment in time and the honor of what obtaining the Athena award means for Ngage Management, I am certain of two things: It is sheer determination that has gotten us to this point, and it will be the innovative, knowledgeable team of experts and employees who take us further. I have always had a solid vision in my mind of the trajectory I was on, and now as I look to continue to grow Ngage and the business goals I set, I am so grateful and eager for the opportunity to consult

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Association Mashup Episode 3: A Perspective on Mergers & Acquisitions in the Association Sector

PROPEL

This episode features guest Ben Muscolino, an association industry expert and CEO of AMS Geeks and Breezio, who has many years of deep industry knowledge around the mergers and acquisitions in the industry, particularly related to AMS and community platforms. In our conversation, we dig into what culture and tech might have to do with M&A, we poke a bear or two, and brainstorm some ideas for the.

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12 Virtual Event Engagement Ideas for Improved Experiences

MemberClicks

While virtual events came to prominence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, their popularity has only continued to rise. According to a recent survey from Markletic , 55% of organizers say they’ll be investing more in virtual events. Additional research forecasts that the virtual event market will hit $504.76 billion by 2028. And it makes sense why. Virtual events are safer and can accommodate larger audiences.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 10: Christmas Crepes 

Aaron Wolowiec

On the tenth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kate Pojeta shares with us her family’s traditional Christmas breakfast recipe.

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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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Associations Next: Looking Back on 2021 and Ahead to 2022

Ewald Consulting

By David C. Ewald For Ewald Consulting, the past year was shaped by two society-wide events, the continuing impact of COVID and the resulting effect on the workplace. The emerging impact and opportunity of artificial intelligence, along with curiosity about the future of work, are giving us things to think about as we end this year and move into the next.

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The problem with watercooler conversations

PROPEL

In ALL of the culture conversations we have been facilitating, we’re talking a lot about the value of hallway conversations. Also known as watercooler conversations, these interactions can strengthen “weak ties” which are just as critical for creating a sense of belonging as strong ties – they can help to building relationships between people whether or not they work directly together.

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17 Event Planning Tips for Engaging, Streamlined Events

MemberClicks

More organizations than ever are leaning into events (whether virtual or in-person) to pull in prospective members and engage current ones. A recent survey showed that the virtual event market alone is expected to be worth $504.76 billion by 2028. As you begin putting together your events, you’ll want to create a robust plan so your future conferences and events are efficient and engaging for attendees, no matter what is thrown your way.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 9: Creamy Ham and Cheese Quiche

Aaron Wolowiec

On the ninth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Tim Berghuis shares with us a simple quiche recipe easy to make and perfect for a holiday brunch.

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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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Choosing an E-File Provider for Your Nonprofit Taxes

Achieve

Filing your taxes is one of the most important and most dreaded tasks for any nonprofit. After all, filing Form 990 correctly and on time is what helps your nonprofit keep its tax-exempt status — and helps you avoid paying unnecessary fees. . Because your. taxes matter. so much, it’s crucial to prioritize them during tax season and throughout the year by keeping your finances well organized.

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Congrats to the Association Women in Technology Champions!

PROPEL

We are honored to be part of the AWTC community. Please join us in celebrating these awesome AWTC awardees, including our very own Maddie Grant.??. Source.

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12 Virtual Event Engagement Ideas for Improved Experiences

MemberClicks

While virtual events came to prominence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, their popularity has only continued to rise. According to a recent survey from Markletic , 55% of organizers say they’ll be investing more in virtual events. Additional research forecasts that the virtual event market will hit $504.76 billion by 2028. And it makes sense why. Virtual events are safer and can accommodate larger audiences.

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Fair Housing Update

Virginia Condo & HOA Law Blog

Under the Fair Housing Act, there are requirements with respect to “accommodations” and “modifications.” “Accommodations” are requests to be exempt from certain rules or policies such as a request to have a service animal when there are pet rules that would exclude that particular type or breed of animal. “Modifications” are physical changes to the property to enable a disabled person to use the property in the same manner as others.

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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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Designing the Optimal Association Awards Program Website

Fonteva

What Roles Do an Association Website and AMS Play for Awards? An association’s AMS is a critical point of record and the association website is an essential platform for marketing the activities within the association. Having an effective awards program requires both a software portal for application submission, as well as a public-facing website for promotion.

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Associations Next: Looking Back on 2021 and Ahead to 2022

Ewald Consulting

By David C. Ewald For Ewald Consulting, the past year was shaped by two society-wide events, the continuing impact of COVID and the resulting effect on the workplace. The emerging impact and opportunity of artificial intelligence, along with curiosity about the future of work, are giving us things to think about as we end this year and move into the next.

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12 Virtual Event Engagement Ideas for Improved Experiences

MemberClicks

While virtual events came to prominence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, their popularity has only continued to rise. According to a recent survey from Markletic , 55% of organizers say they’ll be investing more in virtual events. Additional research forecasts that the virtual event market will hit $504.76 billion by 2028. And it makes sense why. Virtual events are safer and can accommodate larger audiences.