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Get Out to Get Together
All work and no play makes for a dull conference. Budgets are still tight, but meeting planners are looking for new ways to hold team-building and networking events away from the convention center. The venues are as far away as the desert and as close as a famous department store. October 31, 2011 -
How to Improve Your Financial Controls
Small associations can have a difficult time making sure that their finances are safe. But as one chapter learned, the consequences of doing nothing can be severe. Here are some ways to ensure your accounts are protected, even if the finance department is just one person. (Titled "A Lock on Your Finances" in the print edition.) October 31, 2011 -
How to Build Membership Relationships That Last
People want to join your association—and renew their memberships—when you provide services they need along with emotional connections they crave. That's easier said than done, but a close look at your current offerings can clarify your next steps. (Titled "What are You Giving Your Members" in the print edition.) July 28, 2011 -
Survey Reveals State of the Association Meetings Market
Some takeaways from the Association Meetings Forecasts and Trends Report 2011. June 29, 2011 -
Creativity, Not Just Cost Cutting
How the Vermont Insurance Agents Association keeps expenses low and value high. June 29, 2011 -
Wringing More Revenue From One Publication
How the Hydraulic Institute increased sales by repurposing existing content and diversifying delivery systems April 29, 2011 -
"You Want Me to Pay More Money? Now?"
When the American Moving and Storage Association decided to raise dues, it faced a difficult challenge in getting members to buy in, in the midst of a recession. April 29, 2011 -
The Ups and Downs of Free Education
Association members may have less money, but they are still looking for knowledge to help them do their jobs better. As a result, some organizations are offering programming at no cost. Learn the pluses and minuses from those who have given it a try. October 28, 2010 -
The Economy’s Effect on Ethics
Has economic pressure brought workplace behavior down or lifted it up? January 4, 2010 -
Two Associations, One Office
Co-locating with another association offers more than monetary benefits. January 4, 2010 -
The Benefits of a Local Speaker
Your Southeast event already features plenty of the locale's sights, smells, and tastes. The speakers you invite can add regional flavor to what you hear during your meetings as well. January 4, 2010 -
Why Association Members Give
The first rule of fundraising: Know thy donors. New research from ASAE & The Center, the latest in the "Decision to" series, uncovered some surprising answers to the question, "Why do association members give?" (Titled "Why They Give" in print version.) January 4, 2010 -
Association Finance Trends and Advice
Risk, fraud, audits, nondues revenue, the economy: Just a few of the topics a group of association financial experts recently discussed. Learn what it all means for your association and how you can be better prepared. (Titled "Navigating the New Economy" in print edition.) January 4, 2010 -
Lessons From the Recession
Fifteen association CEOs reflect on lessons learned from the "great recession" that will help organizations move forward into what many are calling the "new normal." December 18, 2009 -
What the New Year Will Bring
The past year has been one of great change, and 2010 is sure to be new and different. What can associations expect? Several association leaders in varying disciplines offer their perspectives on what 2010 will hold. December 18, 2009 -
New Studies, Tips for Membership Benchmarking and Marketing
A flurry of new data and ideas about membership marketing was released and discussed at the 2009 Annual Meeting & Expo in Toronto in August. Highlighted here are a membership marketing benchmarking survey, an economic impact study, and tips for membership marketing "on the cheap." December 3, 2009 -
Viewpoints: Cost vs. Value a Priority for Membership Pros in 2010
We asked two association membership professionals—one experienced, one still new to the field—what they see as their top challenge in 2010. Despite their separate perspectives, they both talked about conveying value to potential members, but they offered different ideas for doing so. December 3, 2009 -
Right Thinking Leads to New Revenue
How one association turned its finances around with a creative approach to nondues revenue. November 30, 2009 -
The Rise of the Encore Careerist
The next few years will be marked by a growth in the number of "encore careerists"—older workers who are looking for new frontiers in their work lives. The sense of mission that defines associations makes them appealing places for these potential employees, but are you doing enough to attract them? (Titled "A Better Deal" in print edition.) November 30, 2009 -
What You Need to Know About Cloud Computing
"Cloud computing" has gotten buzz of late as a way to make your IT operations more efficient and save on staff costs. But the cloud isn't perfect for every association, and it's worth studying your needs and the kind of options a vendor is offering before diving in. (Titled "So Long, Server Room" in print edition.) November 30, 2009 -
New Markets, New Revenue
The latest article in Andrew Lang's "New Money" series shares the story of a nonprofit that's balancing the books by expanding its sales to new markets. October 29, 2009 -
Managing For Good Times and Bad
Learn how American Wind Energy Association CEO Denise Bode is making the most of today's increasing membership and attendance numbers to better prepare for what may be ahead. October 29, 2009 -
Latest From the Listserver: Opt-In vs. Opt-Out Donations
Your colleagues discuss the ethics and merits of having a donation opt-out option incorporated into their membership renewal processes. October 5, 2009 -
Go Virtual: How One Association Marches On Without an Office
Learn how one association is faring with its new virtual office. Everyone works from home, but operations are carrying on quite successfully. October 5, 2009 -
Associations in a New World
The changing face of the global community offers opportunities for U.S. associations and their members, according to Newsweek International's Fareed Zakaria. Is your association ready to lead the way? (Titled "Time to Find a Fresh Market?" in print version.) September 30, 2009 -
Does Your Staff Structure Need an Overhaul?
If an employee isn't working out, the problem isn't necessarily the employee. There may be bigger flaws in the structure of your organization. (Titled "A Turn for the Better" in print version.) September 30, 2009
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