Associations Now

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Boards are struggling to be fit to respond to a rapidly changing technological environment, according to a new report. As the report puts it: “Directors and C-suite executives who entered the leadership ranks even five years ago may not fully grasp the technology-driven operating models that are creating value today.”

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Today (Friday, November 1) is the nomination deadline for the Association Women Technology Champions (AWTC) Awards. Nominate yourself or a woman who works in the association industry for an award in one of three categories: technology leader, innovation, or technology champion. —Samuel Johnson AWTC awards. More info/register.

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OCTOBER 25, 2024

If a member is already dealing with stress and burnout at work, they will not have the mental capacity or time for a chapter or association leadership role. Billhighway describes nine strategies for recruiting chapter leaders that reduce the stress of leadership roles, offer more fulfilling volunteer experiences, and rejuvenate your chapters.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Our goal remains the same: to work together as vendors and consultants to help associations achieve better outcomes with their technology projects. Good Intentions vs Bad Actors: Considerations on Security for Non-profit Learn why cybersecurity—protection of data, technology, and physical security—is the responsibility of all organizations.

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The Association 100

JUNE 9, 2024

Join us on The A100 podcast where Kinsey Fabrizio, president of the Consumer Technology Association, shares her comprehensive leadership journey from joining the membership team to steering the organization. She also shares insights on leveraging technology for operational efficiency and enhancing member experiences.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

How to Win: Be a Category of One (Leadership for SMBs and Entrepreneurs) Learn how to become a Category of One where you win by not competing and following principles, such as: Work on Yourself, Build Organizational Culture, Use Atomic Habits, Focus on a Niche, and Create a Compelling Saga. 1 CAE credit. 1 CAE credit. More info/register.

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AUGUST 25, 2023

Humanity’s third major technological revolution is leading us into a future more promising and dangerous than any since the dawn of history —and it’s coming faster than you think. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Speaker: Juan Sanchez, Chief Information Officer, Inteleos Fri 8/25 at 1 p.m. R/evolution. More info/register.

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MARCH 11, 2025

Agile Governance and Leadership Rigid governance structures can slow progress. Diverse leadership pipelines that reflect the evolving workforce. Diverse leadership pipelines that reflect the evolving workforce. Associations need agile decision-making frameworks that allow them to respond quickly to challenges and opportunities.

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Association Analytics

JULY 10, 2023

Staying ahead of the curve for your members nowadays requires more than just intuition and guesswork. It demands a data-driven approach that enables you to m.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

It covers strategy, tactics, technology, AI and more in a post, not a download. Enjoy these recognizable examples of technology or optimization causing us to be worse off than we were before. Host: Association Women Technology Champions Tue 12/10 at 12 p.m. Membership meetups. Association finances. Association content.

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MARCH 4, 2025

While some technology trends have evolved since then, the leadership strategies and digital transformation insights remain highly relevant. AIIMs evolutionfrom its roots as the National Microfilm Association in 1943 to its current incarnationmirrors the broader shifts in technologys role within organizations.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2025

If youre embarking on an AMS project, start your research by reviewing 108 Ideaspaces list of issues to consider when selecting an association management system (AMS) , such as reporting, security, API, technology partners, access control, cost of ownership, vendor stability, and the ability to expand software capabilities as your needs change.

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Spark Consulting

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re planning for the future, navigating technological shifts, or rethinking member engagement, this journal has been designed to spark ideas and provide practical guidance. Download your copy at: [link]. The post Associations Evolve: 2025 & Beyond appeared first on Spark Consulting.

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MAY 15, 2020

MemberSuite describes how to show virtual event ROI to sponsors and exhibitors by creating opportunities for them to achieve their marketing goals: increasing brand awareness, providing thought leadership, showcasing their products, and developing and deepening relationships. Host: Event Leadership Institute. Fri 5/15 at 1 p.m.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 21, 2025

Every conference and trade show has at least a handful of sessions on the subject, and most any technology solution provider is working to incorporate some level of generative machine learning into their existing platforms, Those that havent done it already, at any rate.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

If you’re like most enterprise level associations, you likely have an in-depth process to get executive approval for any technology investments. Follow best practices Lay the groundwork for new technology by applying change management best practices. Detail how new technology can alleviate these pain points.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, associations face both exciting opportunities and new challenges. This blog explores practical steps that will help associations align their strategy, culture, and technology to become future-ready and resilient in 2025 and beyond. This technology enhances member experiences and increases engagement.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Your organization can use innovative technology to gather data to incorporate into your decision-making process. The Montana School Boards Association (MTSBA) chose to use its data and Nimble AMS to elevate its leadership decision-making process, advancing its advocacy program. What is data-driven decision making? Learn more

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 21, 2017

This often overlooked and sometimes under-appreciated department uses data to drive strategy, best practices to guide training, and technology to hack success. Technology. Selection of Enablement Software and other Technology Tools. Technology Adoption and Optimization. Sales Ops: Table of Contents. Performance.

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OCTOBER 9, 2020

At MIT Technology Review, Tanya Basu shares ideas for helping remote workers recreate watercooler moments —the same ideas can help you simulate conference hallway conversations too. Our panelists will share: the pros and cons of the technology they used, how they kept their audience engaged, and their biggest challenges. Host: EventMB.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Howard Givner, Event Leadership Institute Founder & CEO. Learn the role of leadership in placing a value on cybersecurity preparedness and the long-term planning that should accompany your immediate assessment of your security risk. It seems like every technology company is claiming expertise in virtual event software solutions.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In today’s increasingly digital world, adopting new technologies is no longer optional for associations—it’s essential. But technology alone isn’t enough. It requires leadership commitment , continuous learning, and a willingness to embrace change. Associations need to: Encourage a mindset shift across the organization.

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Learn how to develop and deliver relevant content for all audiences, increase attendance and engagement with the right mix of technology solutions, expand revenue opportunities and offset costs with blended learning and sponsorships, and select which key performance indicators to measure against as benchmarks for success. 1 CAE credit.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2021

NYSAE’s Third Technology Showcase: Virtual Event Platforms. Learn how to develop leadership qualities, delegate effectively, choose inspirational and engaging tasks for yourself and others, use wisdom and understanding to lead others, identify the roles of your team, and trust others and earn their trust. Fri 2/19 at 11 a.m.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

From shifting member expectations to rapidly advancing technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), associations must rethink how they operate, engage, and grow. Technology is not just a tool—it’s the foundation for modern operations. Future-proofing means investing in technology today to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The Fall of AOL: A Case Study in Disruption AOL’s decline wasn’t suddenit was a gradual erosion caused by a failure to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and technological advancements. Some rely heavily on legacy technologies and processes that no longer resonate with modern professionals. million dial-up subscribers.

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OCTOBER 30, 2020

At the same time, new technologies and trends continue to reshape the way we use the web, transforming members’ expectations and what to attract and retain them. Leading Into Tomorrow: Using Foresight to Expand Association Leadership in Critical Domains. Association Board Leadership & Governance in the Era of Business as Unusual.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 26, 2023

The stars aligning this time were no different, which is what led two industry veterans, Rob Wenger and Conor Sibley , to join me and the rockstar A2 leadership team. On top of that, he had just built an amazing, best-of-breed, state of art technology platform over the past 18 months at Cloud Generation.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 11, 2023

Making technology or process changes in the workplace is hard work. User adoption is the experience employees go through when using new technology or following new processes with existing technology. It takes time. It takes effort. And the biggest differentiator between success and failure is a user adoption plan.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Good enough” technology. It’s time to assess your technology stack and partners because you can’t afford to continue settling for “good enough” technology , not if you want to take advantage of emerging opportunities and meet the changing needs of your members and market. . Host: ASAE Technology Council. Host: Ex Ordo.

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Association Analytics

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Ensure leadership bases decisions on clear metrics rather than anecdotal evidence. Many organizations only scratch the surface of their existing technology. Consider assigning relevant numbers to each position to connect individual work to organizational goals.

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APRIL 2, 2021

A weekly conversation about meeting and event technology, including software, hardware, and audiovisual for in-person and online events. Host: Brandt Krueger, founder Event Technology Consulting. Technology access, adoption, education, and health have become the center of focus for many of us. Host: Event Leadership Institute.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2019

I continue to learn new things about the “bones” of an AMS, a technology I thought I knew enough about but apparently didn’t. Dan Hickey at DelCor Technology Solutions explains how to avoid application sprawl by taking a strategic approach to Office 365. Mon 12/2 at 5:30 p.m. AWTC End-of-Year Reception (Washington DC). 1 CAE credit.

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JUNE 14, 2024

This post resonates with a sometimes scary but excellent book I’m reading now, The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century’s Greatest Dilemma by Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder of the AI company DeepMind, which was acquired by Google. Non-dues revenue. Location: Rockville MD. More info/register. More info/register.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The rapid-fire technological invention we are experiencing is exciting, filled with controversy, and laced with more than a little fear. AI is probably the most transformative technology in the history of humanity. We can use technology to strengthen those bonds. Technology provides numerous opportunities for a nutritious diet.

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APRIL 26, 2024

Mark Athitakis at Associations Now dug into new research about membership organizations from iSeatz, a loyalty technology company. Armentrout, CAE, Founder & Key Principal, BJA Solutions for Associations Villy Savino, CSM, CSPO, Vice President, Technology Transformation, CoreNet Global Thu 5/2 at 2 p.m. More info/register.

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MARCH 24, 2023

WBT Systems describes how associations can support women professionals by providing professional development, leadership training and networking opportunities, and educating employers about eliminating workplace challenges. Quick hits Can AI write thought leadership content for you? You’ll see the next edition on Friday, April 14.

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