April 9, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Industry News, online event, Organizations
In-person events such as seminars, conferences and conventions, have long been the staple of associations’ non-dues revenue streams. In fact, as much as 41% consider it their most valuable source of ancillary earnings, according to Association Adviser. Organized properly, they can certainly help diversify revenue, create necessary brand recognition and member loyalty. However, in-person […]
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How to Get Sponsors for Your Next Event (and Beyond!)
May 2, 2023 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Industry News, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
For many members, events represent one of the biggest draws of an association. Events provide some of the biggest member benefits, accommodating networking and educational opportunities while also bringing in a massive amount of revenue to the hosting association. Of these revenue opportunities, sponsorships often contribute a significant amount. Not only can sponsorships increase your […]
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Let’s Get Digital: 3 Strategies to Boost Member Engagement Online
August 29, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
As times change, so must the ways member-based organizations connect with their audiences. Let’s face it; traditional engagement methods alone are not enough to keep up. Thankfully, there’s good news: with the changing tides come opportunities to improve your content and optimize your membership growth strategies. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at […]
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Comparing Virtual Conference Software and Learning Management Systems
August 15, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Blog, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
As a member-based organization or association, you may be wondering whether you need virtual conference software or a learning management system (LMS) While both types of software have their own distinct advantages, they are designed for different purposes. In this article, we’ll be looking at the differences between virtual conference software and learning management systems, […]
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Webinar Recap: 5 Powerful Growth Strategies to Boost Non-Dues Revenue for Your Association in 2022 and Beyond
March 31, 2022 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Social Media, webinar
Whether you missed the original livestream or want to watch it again, you’re in luck! Vocalmeet, the CPA (Canadian Psychological Association), and the CSAE (Canadian Society of Association Executives) partnered to bring you a fantastic discussion on growth strategies for associations in 2022 and beyond—a discussion you can catch online now! Meanwhile, in this […]
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Proven Strategies for Associations to Run Successful Online Events: Part 3
December 17, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Engagement, Industry News, online event, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Can associations generate revenue with online events? Yes, of course! Can associations use the same strategy to market online events as they would in-person events? Well, not necessarily. Welcome back to our conversation on proven strategies that associations have used to run successful online events with Dr. Laurelle Jno Baptiste, Vice President of Professional Services […]
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Proven Strategies for Associations to Run Successful Online Events: Part 2
December 2, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Industry News, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
Can associations offer hybrid events without breaking the bank? The answer is YES! Welcome back to our conversation with Dr. Laurelle Jno Baptiste, Vice President of Professional Services at Vocalmeet, on proven strategies that associations have used to run successful online events. In Part 1, we focused on the key factors that associations must […]
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10 Tips for Hosting Engaging Virtual Events for Associations
May 5, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Industry News, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales, Vocalmeet Industry Insights
It is no surprise that in-person events and conferences require a lot of time due to the meticulous planning and execution needed for a successful event. In addition, extensive advertising and promotions are a must in order for associations to maximize their return on investment. Hosting virtual events is no different, with one additional […]
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The Why and The How of Online Events and Conferences
April 9, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Industry News, online event, Organizations
In-person events such as seminars, conferences and conventions, have long been the staple of associations’ non-dues revenue streams. In fact, as much as 41% consider it their most valuable source of ancillary earnings, according to Association Adviser. Organized properly, they can certainly help diversify revenue, create necessary brand recognition and member loyalty. However, in-person […]
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10 Ways for Associations to Offer Benefits for Sponsors and Exhibitors Online
March 20, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, e-Learning, Engagement, Marketing, non-profits, online event, Sales, Vocalmeet Industry Insights, webinar
As more events are being cancelled, many associations are opting to ramp up their online continuing education sessions and conferences in order to soften the negative financial impact. Some are pre-recording their sessions and making them available on-demand, while others are choosing to live-stream on the scheduled date. So, how does the shift towards […]
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Never Stop Learning: Continuing Education Inside and Out
March 18, 2020 / by Vocalmeet / Associations, Blog, Community, e-Learning, Engagement, Higher Education, Industry News, non-profits, online event, Organizations, Sales, Vocalmeet Industry Insights, webinar
Offering continuing education courses can be a strong addition to any association’s membership offerings. Gaining access to courses and certifications gives professionals another reason to join your association and even more reasons to renew their membership. These can all lead to increases in non-dues revenue. In addition, offering continuing education courses can have many […]
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