July 25, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
So, you’re thinking about greening up your act. As an association, you have to consider how your environmental outlook will be viewed by your industry, your members, and non-members alike. While it, of course, looks good for an association to go green, it’s important to recognize that organizations hold the power to make a difference […]
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How Online Engagement Can Increase Your In-Person Attendance
October 16, 2024 / by Elisabeth / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Every association strives to boost productivity and value, and one of the best ways to do that is by fully engaging your audience. Engaged members are loyal, active, and more likely to buy courses, attend events, and promote your brand. So, when it comes to event attendance, engaging your audience can lead to a win-win: […]
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Live Streaming: a Glossary
October 12, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Whether you’re looking to start your own live stream or are just familiarizing yourself with the industry, you may quickly find yourself in a sea of jargon you’ve never before encountered. As with most technical fields, live streaming has its own language. For many, understanding these words is half of the battle. Now, we’ve all […]
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Boosting Brand Recognition: How Live Streaming Can Help
October 5, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Live streaming is no longer just an afterthought in association marketing plans. In fact, it’s fast becoming one of the central components for brand awareness strategies! Despite this, organizations are still slow to realize the full potential of the practice. Back in 2016, about 44% of brands were incorporating live streaming. That number has grown […]
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Attracting More Sponsors: the Live Stream Appeal
September 29, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Associations and sponsors go together like peas in a pod. On the association side, sponsors can help offset the cost of events. On the sponsor side, the more attendees an event gathers, the better the opportunity to boost their brand. Because of this, adding a live stream to an event is an excellent way to […]
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Welcome to the Revolution: How AI Helps You Foster Community and Connection in Associations
August 23, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
In the fast-paced landscape of association management, where relationships and engagement are the cornerstones of success, a groundbreaking force is emerging: Artificial Intelligence (AI). It’s not just buzzwords and tech jargon–AI is proving to be a catalyst in bringing people together like never before. AI is rewriting the playbook for association executives, ushering in an […]
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Extending a Hand: Hosting a Solid Mentorship Program
August 17, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
For both associations and members, mentorship programs can have a lasting impact. And, with the right setup, these programs can become one of the most effective methods for attracting and retaining members! Mentorships can build trust and loyalty between people and associations, while also touching the lives of members at all different stages of their […]
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Make Your Events More Green (Without Spending It!)
July 25, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
So, you’re thinking about greening up your act. As an association, you have to consider how your environmental outlook will be viewed by your industry, your members, and non-members alike. While it, of course, looks good for an association to go green, it’s important to recognize that organizations hold the power to make a difference […]
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Become the Go-to Continuing Education Resource for Your Members
April 18, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Association members today have countless options to explore when wanting to further their continuing education (CE) and develop their careers. For convenience and simplicity, many rely on their association to provide them with these opportunities. In fact, many members go to their associations first for professional development! For obvious reasons, associations should be ready, willing, […]
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How to Bring Your Association Closer to Your Members (and Your Revenue Goals!)
April 18, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
In order to get the most out of their offerings, events, and communications, associations need one thing above all else: engaged members! Engagement leads to greater member participation, involvement, loyalty–it can even have a considerable impact on revenue. After all, engaged members convert more easily and renew their memberships more readily. Getting members to such […]
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Engage & Empower: the Impact of Mentoring Programs
April 4, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Most associations acknowledge that mentoring programs can be a great help, but starting and maintaining a program can seem daunting. And while time and cost are factors when running a mentor program, the benefits can be enormous! When implemented right, mentoring programs can lead to more engaged, loyal, and productive members. To give you an […]
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