Events and Conferences

Association networking events are critical to increasing member engagement and demonstrating value. Give your members the tools to maximize the time and energy they put into event attendance. Download Business Cards Are Not Your Customers and share it with your members now. Part two of our two-part series on successful member networking explores post-event tactics to maximize the opportunity. Share these post-event tactics with your members: Add each new contact to your LinkedIn network. Follow up with a quick email or […]

Member networking events. Some people look forward to them, others secretly groan when they show up on the schedule. The key to making your association’s events successful is to make them valuable to your members. The long and short of it is: if members are going to attend, give them the tools to make them count. Get free networking resources to share with members. Part one of our two-part series on successful member networking explores strategies for members to put together […]

When it comes to finding a conference speaker, associations work with a limited (if any) budget. The challenge, though, is that a talented speaker is a key to increasing attendance and engaging members. Get more tips to engage members with our on-demand webinar: Engaging the Disengaged Member with Shari Pash. Of course, there is an abundance of professional speakers available at a wide range of prices. But, when looking for an interesting, inexpensive presenter, a little creativity can go a […]

We all have those members who make their annual payment, but they rarely utilize your organization in any other way. These are the members who are most concerning and can impact retention and value. Join Membership Expert and guest presenter, Shari Pash of Strategic Solutions for Growth, on Tuesday, September 26 as she leads the webinar: Engaging the Disengaged Member. She will share useful ideas and tactics for engagement that can be implemented right away. Shari explains how to develop […]

The NAHB Association Management Conference in Denver may have been the best ever! From the keynote speakers to roof-top receptions and vintage arcade games, it was an incredible few days. Thanks to NAHB for providing the perfect balance for professional growth and relaxation. The team was astounded by the number of association executives who took the time to share their successes with the GrowthZone Builders Edition AMS, as well as those that stopped by to learn more about GrowthZone. Thanks […]

#NAHBAMC kicks off this week and the GrowthZone team is looking forward to connecting with HBA professionals in Denver! Be sure to stop by the GrowthZone booth in the Resource Pavilion. Take our 5-question survey and we’ll give you a $5 Starbucks card. Plus, be sure to drop off your business card to be entered to win a retro-look Fujifilm Instax Mini 90 Instant Film Camera. Drawings will take place at the Sponsor Fair Luncheon on Friday. The cutting-edge training […]

We’re counting down to #ASAE2017 in amazing Toronto, Canada! The “What Inspires” theme is perfect for this gathering. Inspiration sparks in different ways for different people. One constant is that we all know when we feel it. The GrowthZone team is looking forward to the discovering inspiration in the engaging education sessions that have become a mainstay of ASAE events. The two keynotes promise to be engaging and enlightening, as does the opening event at the Royal Ontario Museum. Stop […]

It’s the final countdown to AMS Fest 2017 and GrowthZone is pumped! What is AMS Fest? AMS Fest is two loaded days where association pros will be elbow-to-elbow with executives of member-based organizations, consultants, and AMS vendors that all want to engage in discussions around technology and AMS systems. Read the recent blog post about how to get members to attend your conferences. There will be talks about the future of AMS, what’s trending, what is and isn’t working, what’s innovative, what new systems are […]

Put on an engaging, educational event for your members within budget. Associations work with limited budgets. To stretch every dollar, they often solicit sponsorships and donations. From daily operations to special events, the funding challenge is ever present and a little creativity can go a long way in increasing member engagement at little to no cost. Get our tip sheet for planning and running efficient meetings – it’s a must-read for anyone who plans, runs, or attends meetings. Oftentimes, bringing […]

It’s summertime and the 2017 association conference season is off to a great start. The key to driving registrations is to make it as easy as possible for potential attendees to get approval to attend. Read the tip sheet: We’ve Got to Stop Meeting Like This and learn how to plan and run efficient meetings. A key component of your overall conference marketing plan should be a letter/proposal template that can be used by potential attendees to pitch the idea […]

The ASAE MMCC conference was amazing! From the keynote speakers to mariachi bands, it was a whirlwind of activity. Thanks to ASAE for organizing another exceptional event. The GrowthZone booth was a flurry of activity. It was fantastic to meet so many new people as well as see familiar faces. We’re glad everyone loved the lava lamp pens and appreciate those who took the time to fill out the survey. As always, it is interesting to hear about what’s working […]

At GrowthZone, we’re busy preparing for the #MMCCon ASAE Marketing, Membership, and Communications Conference (MMCC) in the heart of Washington, D.C. Association and nonprofit professionals from across the globe will learn the insights necessary to take their strategy to new heights by overcoming daily challenges and sharpening their skills. Stop by Booth 602 to say hello and to take our short, 5 question survey. We’ll give you a $5 Starbucks gift card for your time. Interested in learning more about GrowthZone AMS? Sit down […]