Sat.Dec 11, 2021 - Fri.Dec 17, 2021

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How To Create an Effective Donor Stewardship Program in 8 Simple Steps

Wild Apricot

As a fundraiser, you likely spend much of your time promoting your cause, organizing campaigns, and soliciting new gifts. But what happens after a gift has been made? Is the work over? Far from it. This is where donor stewardship begins. Ideally, you’ll.

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Reflections After My First Time Back

Spark Consulting

This week, I attended the ASAE Technology Exploration Conference, my first in-person event since January 2020. My MAIN takeaway was that it was very good to see friends and colleagues in the industry who, for the past two years, have appeared only as small rectangles on my computer screen. I also REALLY enjoyed presenting in person to other human beings who were in the same physical space as me.

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Buh Bye Bronze, Silver & Gold, We’re Adopting a New Year-Round Approach to Sponsorship

WBT Systems

In the last few years, associations have seen the shortcomings of the traditional, event-centric approach to sponsorship with its bronze/silver/gold/platinum menu.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 2: Chocolate Andes Mint Cookies

Aaron Wolowiec

On the second day of holiday baking our Event Garde CEO Aaron Wolowiec shared this delicious cookie recipe.

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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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The Ultimate Guide to Year-End Giving

Wild Apricot

The holidays are fast approaching, which means ‘tis the season. for nonprofits to launch their year-end giving campaigns. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’ve come to the right place.

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Happy Holidays from the.orgSource Team

.orgSource

Thanks and best wishes to our friends and clients. I hope the season brings holiday magic and a break from your professional responsibilities to enjoy other activities that enrich your life. Taking time to recharge is a gift to yourself that makes a difference for everyone. Rest is a leader’s best friend. It feeds creativity, […]. The post Happy Holidays from the.orgSource Team appeared first on.orgSource.

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2022: A Year of Voice, Listening, & Possibility

Aaron Wolowiec

As we come into 2022, we find a populace that is tired. It feels like 2021, while different, was in some ways a continuation of 2020. Successful associations in the coming year will not just need adaptive systems and differentiated value – they will need to demonstrate an incredible, authentic depth of care for humanity. Lowell Aplebaum shares a few 2022 predictions that can bring this into focus.

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“No Decision” is Still a Decision – What Does it Cost You?

Higher Logic

The post “No Decision” is Still a Decision – What Does it Cost You? appeared first on Higher Logic. Have you put off a decision lately? Could it be costing you more than you realize? The post “No Decision” is Still a Decision – What Does it Cost You? appeared first on Higher Logic.

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4 Compelling Reasons to Use AP Automation for HOA Management

AvidXchange: Association Management

Why should you as a finance pro for a community association management (CAM) company start using accounts payable (AP) automation for homeowner association (HOA) management? We’re going to answer that question – but in a different way. We’re not going to give you an extensive list of 15-to-20 generic reasons. Instead, we’ll share four carefully selected and actionable reasons most relevant to you now.

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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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2021 - A Year in Review

Virtual

In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022. In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 5: Better-than-Buckeyes Peanut Butter Balls

Aaron Wolowiec

On the fifth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kate Pojeta shares with us her family’s (better-than-Buckeyes) Peanut Butter Balls recipe for sweet treat to share at the holidays!

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How to Overcome Change Fatigue During an AMS Implementation

Membersuite

Change fatigue is real—it’s proven. Gartner research says our ability as employees to cope with change is 50% less than what it was before the pandemic. And if the change affects our daily work life, like new technology or a new manager, then its impact is 2.5 times more than bigger organizational changes, like a merger or acquisition. Everyone is about at their limit with change.

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Board of Directors Statement on IA’s Future

InternetAssociation

Washington, D.C. – Today, Internet Association’s Board of Directors released the following statement about the future of the organization: “Our industry has undergone tremendous growth and change since the Internet Association was formed almost 10 years ago, and in line with this evolution, the Board has made the difficult decision to close the organization at the end of this year.

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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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Salesforce or Microsoft: What’s the right CRM platform for your association management software?

Nimble AMS

More associations are moving to CRM platform-based AMS systems. . Here’s why this approach is important and what you should know about choosing the right solution for your association. In the past few years, there has been a noticeable push by associations to move to an association management software (AMS) built on an enterprise constituent relationship management (CRM) platform.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 6: Millionaire Shortbread

Aaron Wolowiec

On the sixth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Aaron Wolowiec shares with us a decadent shortbread recipe. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own with a cup of coffee!

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2021 - A Year in Review

Virtual

In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022. In this episode, Andy discusses Virtual’s end of year wrap with what happened, how we made things happen, and looking toward 2022.

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Preparing Your Home for the Winter Season

AMG

With the winter season almost upon us, preparing your house for winter should be on the top of your to-do list right now. Winter can seem like a gentle season, with falling snow and cooler temperatures that encourage you to cozy up with a warm drink. But the winter months, including cold weather and winter storms, can be fierce and damage your home if you aren’t prepared.

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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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Learning opportunities: Why pursuing education is crucial for community association leaders

Ungrated

Contributed by Brittanie Davis Morge, CMCA, AMS, PCAM. One of the most valuable gifts we can give ourselves as community association managers and homeowner leaders is to continually expand our knowledge. Pursuing education contributes to job performance and career longevity for managers and provides board members with the necessary expertise to lead their communities effectively.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 3: Overnight Egg and Hash Brown Casserole

Aaron Wolowiec

On the third day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Krista Rowe shares with us a bountiful breakfast casserole perfect for holiday brunch!

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Member Journey Mapping: Walk a Mile in Your Members’ Shoes

MemberClicks

One of the many challenges that organizations regularly face is keeping member renewals and retention high. And that challenge has only grown during the COVID-19 pandemic and related shifts in the membership landscape. According to the 2021 Membership Marketing Benchmark Report , 45% of associations saw a decline in member renewal. This is an almost 2X spike from 2020’s rate of 24%.

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7 Ways to Increase Participation in Online Courses

Leading Learning

photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels. by Kyriaki Raouna of LearnWorlds. According to Global Market Insights , in 2020 the e-learning market surpassed $250 billion, and that number is expected to grow fast. As the Global Market Insights report shows, within six years the e-learning market will reach $1 trillion. By 2027, many universities and colleges, companies, training organizations, and learning businesses as well as individual subject matter experts, will be using online learning to the fu

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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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In the Midst of Uncertainty, Expect These Trends to Rise

.orgSource

Dust off the crystal ball, slosh the tea leaves, and toss the I Ching. It’s that time of year when the pundits make predictions about what’s in store for the next 12 months. Based on our last two turns around the sun, these more intuitive schemes might be as reliable as a carefully considered hypothesis. […]. The post In the Midst of Uncertainty, Expect These Trends to Rise appeared first on.orgSource.

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10 Days of Holiday Baking with Event Garde - Day 4: White Holiday Sangria

Aaron Wolowiec

On the fourth day of holiday baking Event Garde team member Kara Nacarato shares with us a fresh white wine sangria. It looks as pretty and has a nice wintery-feel – perfect for toasting the new year!

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Happy Holidays 2021

Smooth The Path

I hope you find time to splurge this holiday season! See you back here in 2022. The post Happy Holidays 2021 appeared first on Smooth The Path.

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[GUEST BLOG] How to Scale Your Membership Sales Without Mailing Out a Sales Letter

GrowthZone

by Frank Kenny. Wouldn’t you love to mail out a sales letter that brought in new members like magic? A single sales letter that convinces prospects to immediately pull out their wallets and buy? I get asked for this sales letter often in my Chamber Pros Community Facebook group. I would love to give it to them, but, alas for the chamber and association worlds, no magic letter exists.

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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 to stay on budget with a new membership management software implementation

Aptify

Purchasing new membership management software is an investment in your organization’s future. All the signs were there that it was time to reevaluate your association management software. You successfully proposed new member management software to your board. Budget was approved and you’ve found the ideal solution for your organization , but how can you be sure the project stays on budget as you move into the implementation phase?

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Develop Your Skills: 5 Resources for Nonprofit Professionals

Achieve

Now may be the golden age of nonprofit professional development. Evolving technology, accelerated by a public health crisis, has opened more education and training options at a lower cost and at a wider range of levels and subjects than ever before. . Using these resources, you can easily indulge your interests as a nonprofit professional, taking your career in directions you never imagined.

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When Ideas are Shy

Smooth The Path

There’s almost always a new idea to try, but sometimes, those ideas are not always forthcoming, especially when you need them the most. During my days working with a large brand, when we needed new ideas, we gathered the most creative minds in a room, gave them a goal and parameters, and spent hours brainstorming. The collective energy worked, and we would attract hundreds of ideas, and a few of them would be cream-of-the-crop ideas.

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