Attendease

MARCH 7, 2024

In this beginner’s guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about SEO for large association events and how you can get started. Here’s an example of what this might look like: Say your organization is an association for dental hygienists and is planning a hybrid-style conference. Let’s begin! You’ve got this!

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Skift Take: A new survey reveals a surprising disconnect between AI usage and AI training among association and non-profit planners. Ethical quandaries are also part of the challenge. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Let’s face it: the right association software is a necessity for keeping your to-do list from piling so high it topples. But the wrong association software can make as much busywork as it solves. What is Association Software? What is Association Management Software?

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Eventmobi

JUNE 26, 2023

Member engagement is the #1 way to make sure your members recognize the value they get from your association. The best association member engagement strategies guide them to participate in the right programs and leave them feeling valued—which makes them significantly more likely to renew! The solution? Boost your non-dues revenue.

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Attendease

JANUARY 23, 2024

Preparing for an upcoming event is one of the busiest times in an association professional’s career. Increasing attendance for your association event is a challenging task. To help you get started with increasing attendance for your association event, we’ll go over three crucial steps to implementing SEO for your site.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 11, 2023

Association websites are the virtual homebase of your organization. We’ll show you 11 examples of the best association websites, plus a look at high quality association event websites! 17 Features & Elements of Great Association Websites Now you might be wondering, how do I build an association website?

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Skift Take: A closer look at the international associations that have received industry funding in recognition of the positive impact and social legacy created by their meetings — Miguel Neves and Refugio Garcia Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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EventMB

AUGUST 30, 2023

Skift Take: Meetings industry associations are shifting and morphing with more seismic change predicted. What associations will be impacted and when? Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

A strong association marketing strategy is the difference between making attracting and retaining members easy or next to impossible. How do you make sure your association stands out from the crowd? What Type of Marketing Should Your Association Do? Your association marketing strategy shouldn’t be a one-size-fits-all!

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EventMB

APRIL 25, 2023

Skift Take: The ICCA Association Database is getting a major upgrade via a partnership with Simpleview. It promises to make life easier for destinations keen to bid on international association meetings. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Association Meetings Meetings 183

EventMB

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Skift Take: The UNBROKEN Emergency Summit is a call to mobilize mission-based associations whose members can contribute to the construction of Lviv's rehabilitation center and the recovery of Ukraine. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Meetings 163

Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Where does your association drive revenue—and does it include a non dues revenue strategy? Long term, that means your association will foster trust with members who see reliable programming, stable finances, and excellent business planning. Barriers to diversifying and leaning into non dues revenue for associations are often: 1.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Financial challenges continue to be at the forefront for many associations. There is a growing need for associations to be transparent with their members particularly regarding go/no-go decisions for future events. The post What Risk Factors Are Top of Mind for Association Event Organizers? Health, safety and duty of care.

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StraussCA

MARCH 28, 2024

For brand new volunteer association leaders, trying to figure out meeting minutes might be intimidating. This quick guide will help familiarize yourself with association meeting minutes and write minutes that are efficient, easy to read, and an excellent record for your organization. What are association meeting minutes?

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StraussCA

APRIL 25, 2024

In the complex world of association management, maintaining integrity, transparency, and accountability is paramount. Associations must prioritize the implementation of robust internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold ethical standards.

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Risk Management Financial Government Sponsorships 52

Eventmobi

MAY 27, 2022

Sponsorship brings revenue opportunities to associations worldwide, but navigating today’s challenges around successful events is complicated. Here are 11 strategies for successful sponsorships for your association starting TODAY. Commit to making your sponsorship programs align with your association’s mission.

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Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The post [Webinar] INFLUENCE 2020, National Speakers Association Virtual Experience appeared first on Velvet Chainsaw. The importance of production values. Strategies that made the attendee’s reg fee well worth the perceived value. REGISTER NOW.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2023

View Webinar on Demand Facilitator of Change Association meetings often function as a place of dialogue and discourse. Unbound by restrictions of government agencies, associations can make long-term impactful changes in areas like healthcare and the financial fields. “I I think we are the trusted source. “Don’t

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Association Meetings Meetings 2026 Healthcare 105

StraussCA

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

How straight forward and easy a question is this for your association? For some associations, this is easy, members. For others it isn’t as simple, so Boards need to stop, assess, and ask this important question. Associations spend money on strategic planning.

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EventMB

AUGUST 5, 2022

Skift Take: In this episode of the Event Manager Podcast, we discuss the future of associations with Rob Eveleigh, managing director of Brightelm. — Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

DECEMBER 16, 2022

She seeks to inspire and drive forward a vibrant community of association meeting professionals. Skift Take: Newly elected ICCA president Marta Gomes shares her ambitious plans for connecting ICCA's global membership. Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Association Meetings Meetings 176

StraussCA

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Welcome back to part two of The Association Coordinator – A Vital Role. Association coordinators play a pivotal role in the success and smooth functioning of various organizations, be it professional associations, non-profits, or industry groups.

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StraussCA

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Is there only one way to lead an association? One of the challenges and benefits of working for an Association Management Company (AMC) is that you get exposed to many different styles and forms of leadership. I would recommend training like this for Chairs that are new to the world of associations.

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StraussCA

APRIL 18, 2024

In the complex ecosystem of association leadership, the Board of Directors plays a critical role, acting as the brain trust that guides strategic direction and innovation. It’s this confluence of perspectives that equips associations to navigate the multifarious demands of the modern business landscape.

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StraussCA

MARCH 14, 2024

In the world of association leadership, the same concept applies. Having a comfortable culture of networking in your association is vital to allow your association to broaden its knowledge and gain a sense of community in its industry. Associations often have annual events, whether a conference, AGM, trade show or seminar.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

At the annual event, West Coast association professionals gather for an expansive tradeshow, business solution appointments, education programs and networking to close out the year with a festive twist. This year’s Seasonal Spectacular took place from Tuesday, Dec. 12 to Wednesday, Dec. 13 and welcomed over 1,000 attendees and exhibitors.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

MESA is a new association targeting an audience of small and midsize suppliers. The Meetings & Events Support Association (MESA) is the latest entrant to the alphabet soup of organizations serving the meetings and events industry. The post Does the Event Industry Really Need Another Trade Association?

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Events Meetings 190

StraussCA

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As the accounting manager for an association management company (AMC), I deal with various types of accounting issues, software, financial questions, concerns, you name it! This allows me and my colleagues to have a wide range of knowledge navigating the accounting landscape of an association. Flexibility is also key in budgeting.

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Financial Management Risk Management Education 52

StraussCA

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Many associations, especially those in the start-up phase, may lack expertise in accounting or bookkeeping. Here are some fundamental accounting principles that associations need to understand before initiating their operations. Unfortunately, many associations still fall into the trap of intermingling these funds.

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Financial Management Technology Marketing 52

StraussCA

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Association leaders can learn several valuable lessons from Brené Brown about leadership. As an association leader, you oversee many tasks and processes that are essential to the functioning of an association. A popular area to embrace daring leadership as an association leader is to ‘Delegate vs Dump’. She holds a Ph.D.

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StraussCA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

This holds true not only for individuals but also for associations. In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, associations must recognize the importance of networking and leverage it. Expanding Reach and Influence Networking helps associations expand their reach and influence within the industry.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) and beam, formerly HBAA, which represents events, meetings and the accommodation sector, will partner Event Sustainability Live (ESL) at London ExCeL this month.

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StraussCA

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The association’s long-time executive director who managed every aspect of the professional association, is leaving and to fulfill this role, the association’s Board of Directors has hired an association management company (AMC). Just a few of the questions that come to mind when associations engage an AMC.

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StraussCA

AUGUST 18, 2022

New to association management? Stepping into my new role, I found it fascinating to learn how my personal life and related work experiences transferred into the association world. According to Oxford Dictionary, an association is “an official group of people who have joined together for a particular purpose.”

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StraussCA

AUGUST 25, 2022

Associations aren’t big tech; they are driven by members from a specific industry or profession. As an association, when you write a marketing message for members or industry peers, the aim is to get them to act, i.e., to become a member, volunteer or sponsor and support their association events. Who is my Audience? .

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Marketing Social Media Tech Management 98

StraussCA

MARCH 21, 2024

Marketing Communication (marcom) pain points within an association can be common. But they can also be frustrating for the association’s Board, staff and members leading to mixed messages, negative member experiences, and halted decision-making, which can potentially stunt the association’s overall growth plans.

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