Events and Conferences

More easy techniques for taking quality photos for virtual auctions and online non-profit fundraising events.

Techniques and tips for DIY quality photos for virtual auctions and fundraising events for associations and chambers of commerce.

A look at creative, unusual, engaging items for online virtual auctions and fundraising events for association and chamber of commerce.

Editor’s note: This article was originally posted on September 7, 2016. It has been updated. Why write a proclamation? Proclamations serve to signal to citizens that an issue matters. A proclamation can influence policy decisions is an official way for government leaders to make an announcement. Although there are a few steps involved, overall it’s a very easy thing to accomplish (particularly if your association drafts the proclamation for your leaders). The 4-Step Process 1. Write: Outline what you would […]

Remember when events were a huge source of non-dues revenue for associations and chambers? With COVID-19 canceling event after event, times have been challenging, to say the least. But what about golf tournaments, which are go-to money raisers for many organizations? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this comprehensive guide for putting together low-touch and successful golf outings. RUNNING A GOLF TOURNAMENT AMID COVID-19 Many golf courses have new rules and capacity requirements now. Be sure to work closely […]

The Center for Disease Control recently shared interim strategies for employers to use to manage the COVID-19 impact on their businesses. The relevance of strategies to associations is two-fold: It is a starting point for internal management and serves as a resource for associations to share with their members. We have included some of the suggestions below. Please visit the CDC website for the full article. Actively encourage sick employees to stay home: Employees who have symptoms of acute respiratory […]

[Reprint from ASAE] On Friday, White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow told CNBC that the White House is considering federal support to help industries and workers impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19).   In response, ASAE sent a letter to the White House urging the Trump Administration to include associations in financial support to the travel and tourism industry as a result of COVID-19. In the letter, ASAE urges the White House to include tax-exempt associations suffering from event cancellations and reduced meetings attendance […]

The number of hours that go into association event planning is staggering. When making sure to cross all the T’s and dot all the I’s, name badges should be at the top of the list. After all, if they’re not well-designed (i.e., readable), attendees are shorted on their conference experience. Ground Rules for Conference Name Badges Less is more. Keep the design clean and resist the urge to include extra information or complicated design. Everyone wears their badge. Attendees, staff, […]

Keeping fun ice-breaker questions on-hand is always a good idea. Whether it’s a staff meeting or a networking event, loosening up the attendees leads to a more laid-back environment. Check out these 31 ice-breaker ideas: What is your most-used emoji? Who was your childhood actor/actress crush? If you were a wrestler, what would be your entrance theme song? You have a late-night talk show, who do you invite as your first guest? What was your least favorite food as a […]

Your association’s next member golf event can run smoothly – if it is planned correctly. Members likely return to their association golf outing each year to see people they may only see once a year, plus it’s always a fun day to get out of the office. Here are 5 things you can do to make your event more profitable, better attended, and a positive member experience: Get the Right People on the Committee Recruit a variety of people to […]

Karaoke Week, Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and Deep-Dish Pizza Day are a few April holidays. Easily fill your organization’s social media feed with these themes: April Monthly Holidays and Observances Autism Awareness Month Distracted Driving Awareness Month Poetry Month Oral Cancer Awareness Month Grilled Cheese Month Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Testicular Cancer Awareness Month April Weekly Holidays and Observances April 7-13     National Library Week (generally 2nd week in April) April 7-13     U.S. Volunteer Appreciation Week (changes […]

In today’s digital world, professionals of all types are looking for easier ways to quickly learn and consume content that will grow their knowledge and current skill set. Enter micro-learning. Micro-learning is a short-term focused way of learning that provides just the right amount of information needed to help achieve a specific objective – skills-based education for example. When designed right, learners can select and use the content most applicable to their needs on whichever device they choose; which means […]