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SUMMARY:15 Ways to Take Your Email Newsletter to the Next Level
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nAre your email newsletters struggling to engage your audience? Many organizations find themselves stuck between sending outdated\, irrelevant content and trying to keep their emails fresh and engaging. But it doesn’t have to be this way. \nEmail newsletters are a powerful tool to share industry news and updates with your members—if done right. So\, how can you ensure your content is not just informative but also relevant to each individual? \nJoin us as we dive into proven strategies and best practices for taking your email newsletter to the next level. Learn how to move beyond the one-size-fits-all approach and create newsletters that truly resonate with your members. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nExplore cutting-edge tools and technologies that will enhance the sophistication of your newsletters while minimizing the strain on internal resources\, thereby saving valuable time.\nGenerate actionable ideas to optimize your newsletter content and layout\, ensuring maximum impact with every email you send.\nReview the core principles of email engagement and apply them effectively to maintain member interest and keep them informed. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/15-ways-to-take-your-email-newsletter-to-the-next-level/
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Erica Salm Rench%2C MBA":MAILTO:erica@sidecar.ai
LOCATION:https://usteducation.org/event/15-ways-to-take-your-email-newsletter-to-the-next-level/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T110000
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SUMMARY:Optimizing the Budget Building Process
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nWhat is so special about nonprofit organization budgets? Like all other types of corporate and business entities\, nonprofits must manage acquisition of funds and use of limited resources\, but with the added heavy responsibility that they exist to support the “public good” while being governed by volunteers. Consequently\, budgets serve an even greater role for nonprofit organizations. \nBudgets help nonprofits use (expend) limited financial resources in a manner that not only advances mission but also recognizes capacity constraints\, supports sustainability\, and promotes continuity. Culture\, management styles\, and assigning budget responsibilities are important elements of proactive working budgeting systems and budget building processes. \nIn this presentation we will discuss actions and tactics you can use to enhance budget building processes including adding an annual budget process assessment\, finding the right time to start the budget building process\, budgeting for revenue and support\, special tactics for budgeting for salaries\, and how decentralizing the budget building process and documenting budget assumptions is key to success. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n– Assess the Impact of an Annual Budget Process Assessment: Participants will be able to assess how conducting an annual budget process assessment can facilitate change and improve organizational performance. \n– Evaluate Timing Strategies for Budget Building: Attendees will be able to evaluate different timing strategies for initiating the budget building process and predict the potential benefits of even minor adjustments. \n– Apply a Funding-First Approach to Budget Building: Participants will be able to apply a funding-first approach to budget development\, prioritizing revenue and support considerations to enhance funding assessments and align programs\, activities\, and operations with available resources. \n– Analyze Budgeting Tactics and Decentralization Techniques: Attendees will be able to analyze the effectiveness of special budgeting tactics\, including salary budgeting\, decentralization of the budget process\, and documenting budget assumptions\, as key factors for success. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w509-optimizing-the-budget-building-process/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/99475547957
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T130000
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CREATED:20231207T191325Z
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SUMMARY:Maximize Your Investment and Post-event Potential - Turning Your Content Into Revenue Streams and Member Value
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nAssociations spend significant resources on annual events to engage members and generate non-dues revenue. Your events are a goldmine for content and sponsorship opportunities\, and by incorporating a digital strategy\, associations can maximize their investment. \nCreating content can be costly and time-consuming for associations. However\, neglecting to provide educational and inspirational content can be risky and lead to declining membership and dwindling revenue. \nWith proper planning\, including identifying early on what to capture\, your annual conference can fill your content calendar while generating non-dues revenue to fund your content throughout the year.\nThis approach enhances member benefits by providing valuable\, continuous content and extends access to non-attendees. \nThis also expands sponsorship opportunities\, offering industry partners richer options beyond simple brand awareness\, and provides them with metrics to accurately measure their success. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nRecognize content that provides exceptional member value.\nCompare and assess proven non-dues revenue models for their effectiveness before\, during\, and after your event. Design a content calendar filled with engaging content.\nDevelop strategies using content to create FOMO and increase annual attendance. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w483/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/94052549302
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Turnbull":MAILTO:dan.turnbull@workerbee.tv
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T161046
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SUMMARY:Associations - Educating Your Membership on How to Increase the Value of Your Business
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nAfter successfully helping 2 founders position their businesses for successful exits\, including a sale to Berkshire Hathaway\, Eric Krucke now leads the Business Transitions Practice at Aprio (national business advisory firm). Eric helps founders & family-owned companies build businesses they can sell. The truth is that “a great business to sell\, is also a great business to keep”. \nAssociations will walk away with market insights & a proven approach to educating your membership on how to increase the value of their business. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nIdentify and Analyze the Top 3 Business and Founder Risks: Participants will be able to identify and analyze the top three business and founder risks that commonly lead to business failures.  \n \nApply a Proven Playbook to Increase Business Value: Attendees will be able to apply a proven playbook designed to enhance the value of any business.\n  \nEvaluate Market Perceptions of Business Valuation: Participants will be able to evaluate how the market perceives business valuation and develop strategies to close the gap between seller and buyer perceptions.  \n \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/associations-educating-your-membership-on-how-to-increase-the-value-of-your-business/
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Krucke":MAILTO:eric.krucke@aprio.com
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/95155704438
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000
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SUMMARY:How Open Access Will Affect Your Journal Strategy and Revenue
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nIn August 2022\, the White House issued a directive that all US taxpayer-funded research must be publicly available by December 31\, 2025. For many associations\, members consider access to the association journals to be one of the top benefits of membership. In addition\, many organizations derive a significant portion of their revenue from journal licensing royalties and subscription fees. \nWho is affected by this directive? What does this mean for organizations that have a journal featuring research that is taxpayer-funded? What does this mean for organizations that generate non-dues revenue from their journals? \nLearn from experienced association executives who have journals where the research that is featured is publicly funded. Hear how their journal strategy is changing as a result of the White House directive and what models they are exploring to support researchers and to continue generating non-dues revenue from their journals. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nAnalyze the White House directive on open access\, including what it is\, who is affected\, how it impacts associations\, and the timeline for implementation. \nInvestigate the new business models associations are exploring for life post-open access. \nExamine the processes organizations use to develop new member benefits and generate non-dues revenue. \n  \nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/how-open-access-will-affect-your-journal-strategy-and-revenue/
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Non-Dues Revenue
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LOCATION:https://usteducation.org/event/how-open-access-will-affect-your-journal-strategy-and-revenue/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T161046
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SUMMARY:VisionCorps’ Journey: Migrating to an Accessible ERP System
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nThis session dives into the overlooked challenges faced by individuals with low vision when using ERP systems. We will provide an overview of the challenges faced by low vision computer users and the journey that VisionCorps took when making the decision to migrate from Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central. Alongside demonstrations of assistive technologies such as screen readers and magnifiers\, we will see how the move to a modern ERP system has provided positive outcomes for users. Join us to learn how accessibility can empower organizations to thrive and what work still needs to be done. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n– Analyze the Challenges Faced by Individuals with Low Vision in ERP Systems: Participants will be able to analyze the challenges and barriers individuals with low vision encounter when accessing and using modern ERP systems. \n– Develop Strategies for Enhancing ERP Accessibility: Attendees will be able to develop and evaluate strategies and solutions for improving accessibility within ERP platforms\, including practical applications of assistive technologies and customization options. \n– Assess the Outcomes of Accessibility Solutions in ERP Systems: Participants will be able to assess the effectiveness of implemented accessibility solutions in ERP systems and identify areas where further improvements are needed. \n  \n\n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE! \n\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/visioncorps-journey-migrating-to-an-accessible-erp-system/
CATEGORIES:B2B/B2G,B2B/B2G IT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlie Savko":MAILTO:csavko@cargas.com
LOCATION:https://usteducation.org/event/visioncorps-journey-migrating-to-an-accessible-erp-system/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T140000
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SUMMARY:From Constraint to Opportunity: Leveraging Video for Business Growth With Minimal Resources
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nThis course delves into the transformative landscape of video marketing for businesses\, focusing on the evolution of video production and its impact on engaging modern consumers. Participants will explore the changing dynamics of buyer behavior towards video content and how businesses can adapt to these shifts by creating more accessible and efficient video strategies. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n  \nAnalyze the changing trends in consumer behavior towards video content and evaluate their implications for business strategies. \nDifferentiate key video types crucial for B2B growth\, including product demos\, customer testimonials\, and explainer videos\, and assess their significance in driving engagement and conversions. \nDevelop strategies to produce compelling video content efficiently\, optimizing impact while effectively managing resources such as time and budget constraints. \n  \n\n\nTo Watch this Webinar on the Media Library CLICK HERE!
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/from-constraint-to-opportunity-leveraging-video-for-business-growth-with-minimal-resources-2/
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Marketing/Member Engagement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Matejcek":MAILTO:peter@inhousevideo.com
LOCATION:https://usteducation.org/event/from-constraint-to-opportunity-leveraging-video-for-business-growth-with-minimal-resources-2/
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