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SUMMARY:Insourcing vs. Outsourcing IT: Not An Either/Or Decision
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nBetween insourcing\, outsourcing\, and every possible hybrid configuration in between\, it can be tough to know which IT management strategy would serve your organization best.\n \nOptimal Networks has spent 35 years helping associations design and refine their approach to IT management—including cases where we’ve “lost” business to internal hires. We’ve seen organizations thrive when their model is the right fit\, and we’ve seen the costly disruptions that follow when it isn’t.\n \nThis session is designed to help set your association down that first path.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nCategorize the various components of IT management\n \nExamine the operational risks and opportunities tied to each component\n \nCompare common management models: insourced\, outsourced\, or co-managed IT\n \nOutline key variables to consider when choosing the right model for your association\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/insourcing-vs-outsourcing-it-not-an-either-or-decision-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/96768433376
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Hiring/Retention/HR
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heinan Landa":MAILTO:hlanda@optimalnetworks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T160540Z
CREATED:20260616T143045Z
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SUMMARY:The Mindset Shift: Migrating from Legacy "AMS Thinking" to AI-Ready "CRM Thinking"
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 20! \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT! \nCourse Description:  \nFor years\, associations have operated under “AMS thinking”—relying on rigid\, all-in-one Association Management Systems to manage member data in structured silos. As member expectations evolve and artificial intelligence redefines operational capabilities\, transitioning to Salesforce offers a powerful alternative. However\, success requires more than just new software. It demands a fundamental shift to “CRM thinking.” This session is designed to guide association leaders through this paradigm shift and prepare them for a successful migration in an AI-dominated landscape.\n \nWe will focus on understanding the critical architectural differences between legacy databases and a relationship-focused platform.\n \nWe will specifically analyze how “CRM thinking” unlocks native\, predictive AI capabilities (such as member churn prediction and personalized engagement paths) that are impossible to achieve within the rigid\, siloed data structures of “AMS thinking.” Additionally\, we will demystify the Salesforce ecosystem\, helping you evaluate implementation partners and determine the right configuration of Salesforce tools (such as the Nonprofit Cloud) to meet your association’s specific operational needs.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nContrast the operational and architectural differences between legacy “AMS thinking” and a relationship-centric\, AI-ready “CRM thinking” approach.\n \nEvaluate implementation partners and determine the right configuration of Salesforce tools (such as the Nonprofit Cloud and Einstein AI) to meet your association’s specific operational needs.\n \nFormulate a structured vetting process to select a qualified Salesforce implementation partner who understands association workflows.\n \nDesign a high-level roadmap for aligning legacy business processes with Salesforce’s flexible automation and predictive intelligence capabilities.\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/the-mindset-shift-migrating-from-legacy-ams-thinking-to-ai-ready-crm-thinking-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Data Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Bailey":MAILTO:jasonb@bosma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T055952Z
CREATED:20260515T120621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T055952Z
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SUMMARY:Future-Proofing your Association: Creating Ethical AI Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAI is transforming how associations deliver value—but few have clear policies to guide AI use. A recent study shows that while most executives are embracing AI\, only 13 percent have implemented an AI policy. Without guidance\, associations risk inconsistency\, data exposure\, and missteps. In this session\, you will learn how to write and sustain effective AI guidelines and leave with practical strategies for what to include—and what to avoid\, how to balance compliance with innovation\, and how to use AI responsibly across content and distribution channels. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify the essential components of an effective AI policy for associations\n \nDevelop an AI policy for your association\n \nDistinguise between which AI guidelines are nice to have\, and which are must haves\n \nUnderstand the difference between ethical v. legal perspectives\n \nAnalyze the risks and opportunities AI presents to association executives\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/future-proofing-your-association-creating-ethical-ai-guidelines-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/96756240503
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheri Singer":MAILTO:sheri@singercomm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
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CREATED:20260116T152900Z
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SUMMARY:What's New in BC 2026 Wave 2
DESCRIPTION:This event is eligible for CPE Credit only~ \n  \nCourse Description:  \nHere is an opportunity to learn what’s new in BC. \nBusiness Central has two major updates each year. Today you will get the highlights of what’s new in the latest release. This will cover multiple areas of BC. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAnalyze what is new in BC \nEvaluate the update rollouts \nUnderstand how to manage your update schedule
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/50093-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/91041321099
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Data Management,MICROSOFT DYNAMICS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Good":MAILTO:agood@libertygrove.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T120044Z
CREATED:20260515T115900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T120044Z
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SUMMARY:Till System Death Do Us Part: Lasting Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nSystem churn drains budgets\, burns out staff\, and frustrates members. This session shows how to cultivate vendor partnerships that last\, from pinpointing the real problem and requirements\, to choosing a true partner\, to sustaining the relationship long after launch. Participants will explore why implementations go off the rails\, how to establish governance and routines that keep both sides aligned\, and what to do if the partnership falters. Through real scenarios and clear checklists\, participants will leave with a practical roadmap to avoid “shiny object” distractions and maximize the value of their systems. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nDiagnose the root causes of system churn in their own organization and vendor relationships.\n \nDesign a simple governance and communication framework to align internal stakeholders and vendor partners before\, during\, and after implementation.\n \nApply tools (scorecards\, health checks\, and structured conversations) to repair strained vendor relationships and extend the life of existing systems.\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/till-system-death-do-us-part-lasting-partnerships-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/93631372529
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tobin Conley%2C CAE%2C CIP":MAILTO:tconley@delcor.com
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