McKinley Advisors’ 2023 survey of association executives, identified “new innovations to association programs or services lines” as a key priority for nearly all Associations. This emphasis on innovation reflects a broader trend in the association management industry where organizations are [...]
In McKinley Advisors’ 2023 survey of association executives determining an events strategy was found to be a focus for most associations. The events landscape has evolved significantly since COVID-19 and so when putting together an Events strategy, it feels like [...]
In McKinley Advisors’ 2023 survey of association executives the following three things were identified as a focus for nearly all Associations: Discussions on major changes occurring in the field/ industry New innovations to associations programs or service lines Financial planning [...]
Reading this article about the Twitch community I was struck by this quote from one of its members “Twitch is a social environment for me. Knowing you’ve made someone smile is a huge uplift. Even having just one person watching [...]
A recent survey conducted by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and Avenue M reveals that only 6% of associations currently have an AI usage policy for their staff while 48% of associations have plans to develop such a [...]
In an article by Richard Millington on How To Benchmark And Upgrade Your Community Management Team, he identified that the results around community management are often the most surprising. He suggests a number of questions to determine the level of [...]
In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, successful events require more than just meticulous planning and execution. They demand a dynamic synergy between event organizers and community managers. The collaboration between these two vital roles can significantly enhance the overall success [...]
I read an interesting article about Robert McKee, referred to as the most sought after screenwriting lecturer on the globe, a grand title indeed! He said that "Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today… [...]
Create valuable and engaging content that resonates with your community. Encourage participation by asking questions and starting discussions. Initiating discussions will help people feel included and make them more comfortable contributing. Be prompt and personal in responding to comments and [...]
