Spark Consulting

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Many of our organizations, in an attempt to be all things to all people (or due to the temptation of all that tasty, tasty non-dues revenue), have larded up our membership “benefits” with so much tangential crap that our members can’t focus on the stuff that will actually help them achieve their goals and fix their problems.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Insight Guide is conducting research on industry suppliers’ engagement with associations. Larissa Phillips, a Democrat living in a red, rural county via The Free Press We are so screwed… The case of the disappearing industrial crown jewels—cracked. Wallace Stevens Survey. Snacks Whatever happens, love thy neighbor. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The Nonprofit Marketing Summit Join us to uncover the core principles that have driven nonprofit success for decades, and dive into the latest innovative technologies to equip your organization with the tools to thrive in 2025. Learn about strategies for leveraging non-dues revenue opportunities strategically. 1 CAE credit.

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APRIL 11, 2025

Learning revenue. Elizabeth Engel of Spark Consulting reminds us of both the negative and positive power of word-of-mouth marketing. As AI reshapes industries, associations and nonprofits must navigate a rapidly shifting landscape or risk being left behind. Makes sense to me! Member service. More info/register.

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MAY 9, 2025

These programs help employers bridge industry skills gaps and help members acquire and display mastery of new skills and knowledge. MGI offers strategies to increase renewals , based on 40 years of membership marketing experience and over a decade of surveying associations for their membership benchmark report. Membership renewals.

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JANUARY 17, 2025

Halmyre explains how associations can address these issues and meet the changing needs of industry professionals. Karine Desbant at MCI describes how their client associations are generating new revenue streams and growing membership by repurposing content. Team messaging. 1 CAE credit. More info/register. More info/register.

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Association Analytics

MAY 20, 2024

If you’re like most associations, it’s likely that your member dues have been in decline and that means you’ve got to look at other ways to make up for that difference, Diversifying revenue streams is key to long-term success, but your association doesn’t need to look far for solutions.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

They describe revenue-sharing models and offer tips for ensuring a profitable, equitable and peaceful partnership. Mariner Management & Marketing describes three strategies to help staff liaisons lay the foundation for a strong partnership with committee leaders. Engage with industry innovators and thought leaders.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

These may have not been a big revenue generator for you, but they provided a much needed connection for your members and delivered value to them. Like others, revenue is most likely top of mind for your association. We are going to share three ways to generate new revenue using your data. No two members are alike.

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Higher Logic

JULY 10, 2019

, this metric is actually an effective growth strategy to help you counteract churn and increase overall revenue. Defining Net Negative Churn (+ How It Relates to Revenue). Net negative churn means that over a given period of time, you lost customers but still grew your overall revenue. Cross-selling. Upselling + Upgrades.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

In 2025, Congress is likely to consider new tax increases on association revenue, such as membership dues, sponsorships, investment income and educational program revenue. Content marketing. A marketers life is so much easier when you have a content strategy, which is why Im always harping on this point. Member surveys.

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Higher Logic

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Once considered a fad, content marketing has proven it’s “King” and shows no signs of slowing down. With 2017 coming to a close, now is a great time to revisit your marketing plan and amp up your content initiatives. With 2017 coming to a close, now is a great time to revisit your marketing plan and amp up your content initiatives.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Only a few have integrated AI into their operations, primarily in marketing and communications. Freeman released a survey report describing how Gen Z professionals view live events , how their feelings compare with those of their older peers, and how event marketers can apply the insights to better reach this group. Gen Z and events.

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Spark Consulting

JULY 18, 2022

Coming in at number 6 in the all-time list of top ten Spark blog posts: Explaining Marketing to a Kid. I was director of marketing & sponsorship at the time, so I went with marketing as the easier topic. One problem that repeatedly trips up association marketers is the features v.

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Membersuite

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The importance of revenue diversification was made painfully obvious during the pandemic. Associations that relied too heavily on one revenue source, like the annual meeting or membership dues, had a tough time. Revenue diversification is an essential strategy for achieving the financial stability needed to drive your mission forward.

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JULY 31, 2020

Please consider participating in Marketing General Inc.’s – Event Marketing Strategies for Virtual and Hybrid Events. As virtual and hybrid events become the new normal, examine the best practices for event marketing and engagement strategies. Presenters: Mike Dietrich, Vice President of Marketing at Cvent.

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MAY 15, 2020

Marketing virtual/online education. You can’t market as usual right now, you must market carefully and caringly , says WBT Systems. They provide advice for revisiting your marketing personas and strategies and creating the right type of messaging for this moment. Hosts: Canadian Nonprofit Academy and Go to Market Impact.

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JUNE 25, 2021

Amanda Milligan, Content Marketing Institute ). – Revenue Success from Scratch: One Association’s Story. Michelle Brien, VP of Marketing and Product Strategy for TopClass LMS by WBT Systems. Presenters: Chase Brunson, Marketing and Development Manager, The Rise School of Austin. Quick hits. This is so me.

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MAY 22, 2020

Billhighway explains how virtual events can help sponsors and exhibitors achieve their marketing goals —while helping chapters achieve their revenue goals. Reconnecting Marketing + Events: The Good, The Bad, and the Silver Linings. Host: Events Industry Council. Virtual event sponsors/exhibitors. Fri 5/22 at 1 p.m.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

On Thursday (9/26), ASAE is hosting a webinar about a possible existential threat to associations: legislators who want to apply the 21% corporate tax rate to the non-donation net revenue of tax-exempt organizations, like associations. Non-dues revenue. labor markets won’t meet future workforce needs. Membership app adoption.

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APRIL 2, 2021

The greater the participation, the richer the data available to you on industry trends regarding workforce models, compensation, and security, so please participate. Mike Murray, Content Marketing Institute ). Non-Dues Revenue, Partnerships & Sponsorships: What’s Working & What’s Not. Association member communications.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

James Young at Product Community shares ten revenue-generating product ideas. Association marketing. Earn up to four CAE credits in the Association Academy’s Association Creative Marketing Masterclass , which meets for four weeks on Thursdays, 1-2pm ET, starting September 19. Product ideas. Innovation culture.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Associations usually rely on corporate marketing budgets for sponsorship revenue. It’s been a while since collards have graced our table, but cooler weather means more greens at the farmers market. Learn about the types of technology needed for associations looking to retain, engage or grow membership and revenue programming.

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JULY 17, 2020

Meetings Today talked to event planners about revenue diversification, in-person vs. virtual attendee engagement, and managing your mindset. The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology shared some of their sponsorship plans for an upcoming virtual conference on Collaborate (sorry, ASAE members only). Good question.

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APRIL 10, 2020

MemberSuite suggests rethinking your normal promotional communication style when marketing a new virtual event. She’ll be joined by community professionals, industry experts, and global thought leaders to explore a different topic each week. Presenters: Beth Arritt, Staff VP Marketing, AAAE. Event communications.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Industry careers website. Once again, I’m asking for good examples of association (or association foundation) websites that feature an industry careers section. This page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry is an example of what I mean.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Does your association have a career section for people curious about entering your industry or profession? I love this page from SEMI about the semiconductor industry. One difference this year: “For the first time in the survey’s history, the challenge of generating non-dues revenue topped all other obstacles faced by associations.”

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Non-dues revenue. If you’re a podcast listener, check out Association RevUP from Professionals for Association Revenue. Each episode (25 minutes max) hosted by Carolyn Shomali features association industry professionals discussing an element of association business—culture, sales, partnerships, data, strategy, etc. to 6:30 p.m.

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JANUARY 22, 2021

Marketing Automation & Technology Systems Demo Day. Tasked with finding the right marketing technology systems for your organization? Join us for our free Marketing Automation & Technology Systems Demo Day event and experience seven in-depth demos from industry partners that are standing by ready to help.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

This study investigates more than 60 factors influencing members across six domains, including economic, technology and market psychology. If you’re seeing lots of movement in your industry—members losing jobs, employers hiring for new positions—consider hosting a virtual job fair. Powering Engagement with Persona-Led Marketing.

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JUNE 18, 2021

The labor shortage America is currently experiencing is the largest issue disrupting supply chains, disrupting every industry and causing every member to rethink how they get the work done. Community experts will be showcasing platforms and sharing their knowledge with the association market. More info/register. More info/register.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community… Marketing. Emotional marketing appeals to your audience’s ego and desire to feel and look connected and smarter. TopClass LMS explains how to use emotional marketing triggers to persuade people to register for an educational program or conference.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

. – Top Trends to Increase Non-Dues Revenue and Membership Dues in 2021. Learn the current trends to retain your existing membership dues and examples of how associations are effectively increasing non-dues revenue in 2020. Paulina Curto, Senior Marketing Manager at Cvent. More info/register. More info/register. Host: Cvent.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Acquisition extends Cvent’s reach into the rapidly growing category of repeatable events trusted by marketers to generate awareness, create demand and grow revenue Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today announced that it has acquired Splash, an event marketing technology company.

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JULY 10, 2020

Cimatri is inviting associations to participate in their State of IT Security in the Association Industry survey. The only thing constant in our industry is change. This workshop will arm you with tactical strategies that will help you to negotiate and defend your organization in this evolving market. IT security. 1 CMP credit.

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OCTOBER 23, 2020

orgSource conducted a survey to assess the impact of the pandemic and discovered a disconnect between current association strategies and market realities. Quick hits before we get to the list of next week’s free education: Association revenue resilience: build a foundation with content pillars. Association disconnect. Host: rasa.io.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you feel like you’ve been seeing more press about microcredentials lately, it’s because researchers see growing support from employers and learners, and higher education sees the potential for revenue and renewed relevance. Also worth your time The right marketing question—an intriguing way to approach a marketing campaign.

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