Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

Perhaps your current software is outdated, and you believe new association management software (AMS) will help future-proof your organization. When you properly prepare for your next board meeting, you’ll keep the conversation focused on setting the right direction for your organization. Begin the conversation early. Seek feedback.

Proposal 110

Proposal How To Software Member Experience 110

Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

Nonprofits are facing ever-increasing challenges in obtaining financial capital, with reports of declines in individual donors , fundraising challenges , and proposed government spending cuts. For nonprofits, this includes relationships with partner organizations, funders, volunteers, community members, and beneficiaries.

Proposal 102

Proposal Tips Resources Analysis 102

Association Success

MAY 14, 2020

We created a 32-page proposal, which we always laugh about, but we were so passionate about it,” Kisskeys said. According to Kisskeys, “at the end of the day, the organization is stronger because a better product is put out.” . The post Is co-leadership right for your organization? appeared first on AssociationSuccess.org.

Leadership 131

Leadership South Dakota Organization Minnesota 131

Association Subculture

JANUARY 20, 2011

Association Executives: Provocative Proposals Research Project. I believe in innovation. I would like to announce the Association Executives: Provocative Proposals for Change project (that link will take you to my website for a complete description). Second stage is cut. Were now in orbit. Stabilizers up, runnning perfect.

Proposal 100

Proposal Project Innovation United States 100

Candid

MARCH 11, 2025

Our aim is to provide organizations the opportunity to evaluate their capacity and sustainability, while also encouraging them to look out across the sector to build coalitions to create systems change. Our Collective Impact funding supports coalitions of organizations in creating a systems change strategy to close economic mobility gaps.

Kansas City 94

Kansas City Kansas System Project 94

Eric Lanke

MARCH 19, 2012

Innovation. Innovation Circle on Member Engagement. Im leading another innovation effort for WSAE. If you followed me when I blogged at The Hourglass Blog , you know that I previously chaired their Innovation Task Force, and was the lead author on the White Paper on Innovation for Associations that the Task Force published.

Member Engagement 100

Member Engagement Innovation Proposal Committee 100

Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Innovation. Secrets of Innovation. One of the presentations they organized was a panel of the member CEOs, talking about challenges in their environment and some creative solutions that they have seen. Not surprisingly, the question of innovation came up. This really is one of the secrets of innovation, isnt it?

Innovation 100

Innovation Proposal Leadership Member Engagement 100

Eric Lanke

JULY 7, 2014

It advocates for corporate boards to serve as a kind of innovation committee for the corporations they are put in place to safeguard. Ideas for innovative programs and activities are often first launched there, either from the brainstorming the board members do themselves or in their assessment of new ideas I and my staff bring to the table.

Committee 100

Committee Innovation Proposal Technology 100

Spark Consulting

JULY 15, 2014

What does it take for associations to succeed at innovation? I’ve been doing some research on innovation initiatives in associations for a client and had written a bit about it for the Spark blog a few weeks ago. Problem is, how do you help get those ideas organized and tested? Some of those ideas may be very good ones.

Proposal 150

Proposal Innovation Leadership DC 150

Association Success

JULY 2, 2019

How can you encourage your organization to embrace a tech culture? Today’s technological advancements present many possibilities and solutions for organizations. Using a cheerleader or champion approach to encourage innovation and new solutions to old problems can be a great way to get buy-in. BE A CHEERLEADER.

Innovation 103

Innovation Technology Proposal Tools 103

Associations Now

JANUARY 12, 2020

Resist the temptation to demand instant innovation, and instead motivate your team with conversation about the future. Everybody must innovate! I confess that the idea of being asked to “innovate” all but makes me seize up, as if I’m being asked to look at my dog and somehow shazam it into a horse.

Innovation 110

Innovation Revenue Proposal Survey 110

Eric Lanke

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Innovation. There Is No Recipe for Innovation. Or so seems the conclusion of this fascinating blog post from Tim Leberecht of the the frog design and innovation firm, in which he reviews and connects several established and not-so-established kinds of innovation. Association executive and author. Leadership. Generations.

Innovation 100

Innovation Review millennials Leadership 100

Eric Lanke

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Innovation. Why Innovation is Hard. A little over a month ago I attended WSAEs National Summit on Innovation for Associations. As chair of WSAEs Innovation Task Force, I was instrumental in helping to frame WSAEs annual conference around the subject of innovation, and was even recognized as the chair of the conference itself.

Innovation 100

Innovation Conference Project Leadership 100

Eric Lanke

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Innovation. Innovation Does Not Happen Online. Sometimes, they seem so strident in their demand for online interaction as a way to drive collaboration and innovative practice, its almost as if they think online communities are a prerequisite for innovation. You know that Im involved with WSAE and its innovation efforts.

Innovation 100

Innovation Member Engagement Leadership Proposal 100

Eric Lanke

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Innovation. Film Directing Lessons in Innovation and Leadership. What lessons in innovation and leadership can be mined from the views of the man who brought us such classics as Patton , The Godfather and Apocalypse Now ? The parallel to innovation in any bureaucratic organization couldn’t be more clear.

Innovation 100

Innovation Leadership Directory Member Engagement 100

Association Leaders

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

Well, OUR government – the one that our Founding Father’s designed to represent US – has proposed new rules to limit or even eliminate the ability of government employees to attend and participate in association events. The government is basically saying – So Americans – don’t join.

Proposal 150

Proposal America Class Education 150

Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

We often talk about the role of philanthropy and the ways in which it must grow and innovate, how it has changed and evolved with the times, reacting to crises, wars, economic downturns, and more. Prioritizing women- and people of color-led grassroots organizations At the Ms. There is intentionality in all that the Ms.

Organization 93

Organization Proposal United States Leadership 93

Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

Perhaps your current software is outdated, and you believe new association management software (AMS) will help future-proof your organization. When you properly prepare for your next board meeting, you’ll keep the conversation focused on setting the right direction for your organization. Begin the conversation early. Seek feedback.

Proposal 78

Proposal How To Software Member Experience 78

Higher Logic

MAY 29, 2020

While the way you align your proposed member community with your executives’ goals will vary by association, five of the most common priorities you might find in the strategic plan include new member acquisition, member engagement and retention, non-dues revenue growth, advocacy and legislation, and maintaining relevance. Staying Relevant.

Social Media 254

Social Media Member Engagement Tools Revenue 254

Association Success

OCTOBER 8, 2020

When it joined the Silicon Valley tech scene in 1998, Google was a modest startup that aimed to “ organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible.” For one thing, associations are often large organizations with hundreds or even thousands of employees. It’s hard to be nimble when there is so much inertia in place.

How To 148

How To Proposal Process Analysis 148

MemberClicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A Call for Proposal (CFP) is more than just a request for submissionsit’s an opportunity to define your organization’s needs clearly and attract the right partners, vendors, or contributors to help achieve your goals. For associations and nonprofits, the stakes are often high.

Proposal 52

Proposal How To Project Review 52

MemberClicks

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Crafting an effective event proposal is your crucial first step. This guide is designed to assist you in understanding the art of creating a proposal that not only embodies your event’s vision but also pitches it convincingly to your stakeholders or clients. Describe the concept, theme, and what sets it apart from other events.

Proposal 59

Proposal How To Event Planning Tools 59

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Data about organizations serving adult lifelong learners is hard to find. Fri 11/17 at 10 a.m.* – Association Pricing (Association Design Circle) This month’s facilitator will be Dr. Michael Tatonetti, CPP, CAE, founder of Pricing for Association, an organization that specializes in designing pricing models for associations.

Price 270

Price Survey Recruiting Recruitment 270

Reid All About it

APRIL 26, 2019

Organizer: Wicket. How to Save Time Making Conference Education & Proposal Management Systems Work Together. Learn best practices on proposal management for conferences and how to set up effective conference education within your organization’s learning management system. Location: Ottawa, Ontario. 1 CAE credit.

Social Media 170

Social Media millennials Arizona Proposal 170

WBT Systems

JANUARY 30, 2018

An intrapreneur is an inside entrepreneur who innovates from within. They use entrepreneurial skills and attributes to solve problems, improve products, and help their organization move forward. Where can you innovate and improve something? Innovative new programs don’t usually succeed on the first try.

Education 172

Education Team Innovation Case Study 172

Association Success

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Members come to your organization with three distinct needs: for community, self-esteem, and opportunities to reach their full potential. Throughout the course of their membership, members will cycle through these needs, and search for any solutions your organization can offer. MORE: Why your membership organization needs super users.

Member Engagement 147

Member Engagement Proposal Course Class 147

Spark Consulting

MARCH 7, 2013

Organized by Joe Gerstand t and Jason Lauritsen , it provided an opportunity for 10 people who didn’t know each other to sit in a cabin outside Omaha for 2 1/2 days and think and talk deeply about the future of work. The problem is, every organization – for profit or otherwise – has a mission statement.

Omaha 150

Omaha Proposal Cost Price 150

Association Success

AUGUST 12, 2020

From local clubs to volunteer organizations, Facebook groups to Reddit communities, there’s no shortage of options for finding community and knowledge. . The Open Garden model proposes a shift away from focusing exclusively on attracting and retaining members. Host a podcast featuring experts within your organization.

Proposal 158

Proposal Education Social Media Resources 158

Reid All About it

MAY 24, 2024

Impexium published a really good guide to creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software , which includes advice from technology consultants Tobin Conley of DelCor Technology Solutions, Moira Edwards of Ellipsis Partners, George Rears of Achurch Consulting, and Wes Trochlil of Effective Database Management.

LMS 252

LMS Utah DC Indiana 252

Thanks For Playing

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Last week, the ASAE annual meeting proposal notices came out. How many of our organizations are open about our selection criteria for our conferences? What can you do at your organization to be more transparent about why people are accepted or rejected for volunteer service, conference presentations, magazine articles, etc.?

Social Media 150

Social Media Proposal United States Association Management 150

Reid All About it

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Impexium describes the steps for creating a request for proposals (RFP) for association management software (AMS). Membership Mondays This session will feature a member-led discussion on membership success, exploring the topics: How do you define “success” for members within your organization? RFP for an AMS. Tue 9/10 at 2 p.m.

Revenue 270

Revenue Technology Strategy Education 270

Membership Marketing

APRIL 21, 2025

Many organizations face two challenges when marketing their membership or products and services. I remember chatting with a friend at an association event whose organization struggles with perfection. After several plans were turned down, she proposed buying pizza for her colleagues and having them call prospective members.

Marketing 52

Marketing Proposal Analysis Recruiting 52

Reid All About it

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

WBT Systems proposes a different doable solution: host your in-person conference first and your virtual conference later. Innovation and membership growth. MGI’s 2020 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report found a correlation between innovative associations and membership growth. Or will they? Chapter bright spots.

Education 285

Education Learning Management System Leadership Case Study 285

Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

Nonprofit fundraising basics Even for experienced fundraisers, it’s always a good idea to refresh core strategies to get the funding your organization needs. How to Write a Grant Proposal by Cheryl Carter New and James Aaron Quick. Demystifying Fundraising Funnels: A Digital Marketing Blueprint to Fund Your Non-Profit by David Higgins.

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eBook Proposal Leadership Sample 105

Reid All About it

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Fri 10/9 at 10 a.m.* – Member ROI Simplified: Safeguarding Your Organization’s Future. The most important method for safeguarding your organization’s future is to research, embrace, and maximize your Member ROI. Is Your Organization Ready to Take the Full Advantage of Digital Events? More info/register. 1 CMP credit.

Utah 370

Utah LMS Conference Tips 370

Spark Consulting

JULY 7, 2015

To participate, just follow and tweet to the hashtag #assnchat from 2-3 pm EDT on Tuesday, July 14.

Member Engagement 150

Member Engagement Proposal Course Organization 150

Reid All About it

MARCH 8, 2024

Chapters should offer plenty of member-organized social meetups, not just education programs. Learn about unmet attendee needs and innovative ways to leverage event technology to conquer these challenges. Deepen your understanding of AI policy and its implications for your organization. Event marketing. More info/register.

Education 258

Education DC Strategy Member Engagement 258