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SUMMARY:Innovative Ideas for Company Growth | Tips For Leaders
DESCRIPTION:View Recorded Webinar \nListen to the Podcast \nLet David Braun\, CEO and founder of Capstone Strategic\, a leading M&A advisory firm and author of Successful Acquisitions: A Proven Plan for Strategic Growth\, guide you through the five growth options so you can find the best fit for your business. With more than 25 years of leading successful acquisitions\, his real-world examples and depth of knowledge regarding the entire M&A process will help you as a company leader unlock the untapped potential in your organization and avoid the pitfall of overlooking opportunities. \n  \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n \n\n\nDescribe the current state of the M&A market using relevant statistics and indicators\nDefine the five growth options for your company\nExplain why external growth (acquisitions\, joint ventures\, etc.) may be the best option for your company
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/innovative-ideas-for-company-growth-tips-for-leaders/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/93722382665
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Growth/Sales,Growth/Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T150000
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SUMMARY:How to Improve Your Marketing Strategy for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:View Recorded Webinar \nListen to the Podcast \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: \nThis session is focused on those who want to get more leads and improve their marketing strategy. Attendees will receive suggestions they can use right away to boost engagement and revenue. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn the C.P.R test for marketing messages.\nLearn how to do this one thing to improve your copy right now.\nAvoid this: Bores and Snores.\nLearn headlines that beg to be read.\nSeeing is believing: Before and Afters.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/how-to-improve-your-marketing-strategy-for-your-business/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/91092903939
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication,Growth/Sales,Marketing,Marketing/Member Engagement
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SUMMARY:How to Use a Future Plan to Grow Your Business | Key Tips
DESCRIPTION:View Recorded Webinar \nListen to the Podcast \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: \nHow can you and your volunteer leaders best prepare for environmental ambiguity and unexpected developments? By constantly scanning for weak signals and adopting a future-oriented mindset. Hear from four experienced association executives who have benefited from embracing and integrating futures-thinking throughout their associations. This wide-ranging conversation will cover key points such as how to proactively lead your board toward a futures mindset; the power and importance of scenario planning; contingency planning and risk mitigation; and much more!  \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how you and your volunteer leaders can best prepare for environmental ambiguity and unexpected developments.\nLearn how to proactively lead your board toward a futures mindset.\nLearn the power and importance of scenario planning.\nLearn about contingency planning and risk mitigation; and much more! 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/how-to-use-a-future-plan-to-grow-your-business-key-tips/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/91944544075
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Growth/Sales,Growth/Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T123000
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SUMMARY:Importance of Digital Nurture for Prospective Members
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nDo all buyer journeys organically convert\, or do they need a little “push” to move along the funnel? The “middle of the marketing funnel” can be notoriously long and arduous for digital marketers as prospects take their time “considering” if they want to further engage and eventually convert. Learn how to pull those future members deeper down into the funnel so they reach the “decision” stage a little quicker. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to understand the basic structure of the marketing funnel\nLearn how to identify techniques that help to drive nurture campaigns\nLearn how to understand the data and technology required to deliver automated marketing campaigns\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/importance-of-digital-nurture-for-prospective-members/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/96503263941
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T143000
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CREATED:20220804T151342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T174842Z
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SUMMARY:Best Budgeting Practices – Beginning to End – UST Education Series
DESCRIPTION:This course will review the best practices for establishing corporate wide budgets\, forecasting\, controlling and monitoring budgets. We will also review budgeting products with a focus on NetSuite ERP system. An overview of the budgeting process will drive the topics from the initial creation of budgets to successful execution of the budget. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nUnderstand budgeting terminology.\nIdentify the general enterprise level budgeting processes.\nPreview forecasting options for creating budgets.\nAnalyze typical budget reporting such as budget vs actual report.\nGain knowledge of budgeting data flows and integration technology.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/best-budgeting-practices-beginning-to-end-ust-education-series/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/91708939704
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T120000
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SUMMARY:Modern eCommerce Guide: Boosting Member Engagement
DESCRIPTION:For decades\, AMS systems have focused on usability of association staff first\, leading to less-than-desirable member experiences. Meanwhile\, eCommerce software has evolved at a tremendous pace and now offers amazing features and benefits for associations. Imagine what your association could do with a modern\, integrated approach to eCommerce for selling membership\, publications\, registrations\, donations\, and products? \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nUnderstand the evolution of modern eCommerce and compare to AMS commerce\nSee real world examples of the shopping cart experience and the features available to associations\nLearn how eCommerce can connect within your ecosystem of software
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/modern-ecommerce-guide-boosting-member-engagement/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/97639723150
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,B2B/B2G IT,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication,Marketing/Member Engagement,Non-Dues Revenue,Web Design,Web Design
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T154500
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CREATED:20220829T164419Z
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SUMMARY:S204: The Attention Economy & How Associations Can Benefit From Integrated Media Plans
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nFor most of human history\, access to information was limited. But in today’s digital age\, the only thing in short supply is the human attention span. Modern economics is driven by how well companies capture and retain the attention of the market. Known as the “Attention Economy\,” consumers are trading their attention as if it were a commodity. So\, how do associations take advantage to earn the attention of their industry? By thinking like a media company. Just like Apple\, Netflix\, Disney and other major players capitalize on media consumption and distribution\, associations can also use them to grow engagement and generate revenue for their organization. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to grab the attention of your members in a world of decreasing attention span.\nLearn more about how media companies engage\, and how it can benefit your association.\nLearn how to change your mindset to always think boldly and evolve with your industry\, including members and vendors.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/s204-the-attention-economy-how-associations-can-benefit-from-integrated-media-plans/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/94197615972
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220830T163442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T183709Z
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SUMMARY:S203: Your Members Are Individuals\, Not Just a Demographic
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nOften\, associations are quick to attribute changing membership numbers\, participation levels\, and overall engagement to generational and cultural characteristics. Have we missed the mark? Studies show that—more than generational and cultural differences—the beliefs\, values\, and behaviors of individuals are better indicators of association participation than the typical generational explanations. Join association thought leaders to explore how the unique characteristics of individual members factor into association membership\, find out what associations should be looking at to understand their members and prospects\, and how to incorporate the voices of all members to create a more representative organization.\n \n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\n\nExplore how the unique characteristics of individual members factor into association membership.\nFind out what associations should be looking at to understand their members and prospects.\nDiscuss how to incorporate the voices of all members to create a more representative organization.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/s203-your-members-are-individuals-not-just-a-demographic/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/94197615972
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T154500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220913T210848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T200252Z
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SUMMARY:FALL SYMPOSIUM\, Washington D.C. (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Washington\, D.C. for an in-person one day only event!\n\n\n\n\n(for Associations & Nonprofit Professionals) \nFOCUS: Marketing | Membership | Engagement\n\nThursday\, September 29\n10:00 AM – 3:45 PM @Clydes Restaurant; Gallery Place\n3:45 PM – 5PM and beyond…Happy Hour\nRegistration:  $25 (includes 4 sessions\, lunch & Happy Hour)\nUp to 4 CPE/CAE Credits\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe have combined four dynamic sessions for an in-person one day event to learn\, earn\, & network with your peers.\n  \n\nSession Details \nSession 1: Is your website AWESOMESAUCE or just MEH?  \nInstructor: Ray van Hilst\, Yoko Co \nSession 2: Everything You Want to Know About Engagement Scoring (But Didn’t Know to Ask) \nInstructor: Bill Conforti\, Association Analytics \nSession 3: Your Members Are Individuals\, Not Just a Demographic \nInstructor: Brianne Wheeler\, PropFuel \nSession 4: The Attention Economy & How Associations Can Benefit From Integrated Media Plans \nInstructor: Alfred McKelvy\, Multiview
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/fall-symposium-washington-d-c-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Clyde’s Restaurant at Gallery Place\, Washington\, D.C.\, 707 7th St NW\, Washington\, D.C.\, 20001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T144518Z
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SUMMARY:S201: Is your website AWESOMESAUCE or just MEH?
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nHave you taken a fresh look at your website lately? Could YOU use your website as a customer or stakeholder? Is it putting your best foot forward to meet your user’s needs through web usability best practices? Or are you “navel gazing” through an internal structure with biases and behaviors that flummox people and keep you from meeting your goals?\n \nThis hands-on session will guide website managers and digital marketers through the process of conducting an independent heuristic website review and how to make improvements that reduce frustration\, increase engagement\, and advance your goals. Attendees will learn how to conduct a website review including user behavior\, web usability\, conversion\, messaging\, and content best practices viewed through modern web principles to walk away with an action plan for their own site.\n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nReceive a hands-on review of websites and walk away with an action plan for their own site.\nLearn how to make improvements that reduce frustration\, increase engagement\, and advance your goals.\nLearn how to conduct a website review including user behavior\, web usability\, conversion\, messaging\, and content best practices.\n\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/s201-is-your-website-awesomesauce-or-just-meh/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/94197615972
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ray van Hilst%2C CAE":MAILTO:ray@yokoco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T160000
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CREATED:20220912T194309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T171444Z
UID:10000188-1664377200-1664380800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W335: Customize a Diverse Revenue Mix to Meet Your Association’s Needs
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nMany associations learned a difficult lesson in the past few years of economic uncertainty: Placing all your efforts and resources into a few selective revenue streams can wreak havoc on your budget during difficult times. It’s important to invest in products and services that will diversify your revenue streams. Learn how to build a strategic plan to diversify revenue and better position your organization to respond to unexpected circumstances and events. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to build a strategic plan to diversify revenue. \nLearn how to invest in products and services that will diversify your revenue streams.\nLearn how to better position your organization to respond to unexpected circumstances and events. 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w335-customize-a-diverse-revenue-mix-to-meet-your-associations-needs/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/96428651704
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T140000
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CREATED:20220909T185009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T172312Z
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SUMMARY:W333: Implementing a Member Engagement Scoring Program in a Small Association
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nTo implement a member engagement scoring analysis\, the first step is to shift away from assumption-based thinking and towards evidence-based thinking. Understanding what your members do and do not do will help you make more informed decisions and better assess risks for new directions. Learn how to implement an engagement scoring system\, including key metrics and how to weight scores to capture the full impact of member engagement. \n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to make a more informed decision and better assess risks for new directions.\nLearn how to implement an engagement scoring system\, including key metrics and how to weight scores to capture the full impact of member engagement.\nLearn how to to shift away from assumption-based thinking and towards evidence-based thinking.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w333-implementing-a-member-engagement-scoring-program-in-a-small-association/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/93143520728
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T163000
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CREATED:20220908T194359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T202646Z
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SUMMARY:W330: The High Life and Dangers of an Undercover Member Forum
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nLearn how to go undercover to review association website pages and the results of voicemails\, emails\, and contact-us forms. You will be trained as an undercover member to understand what these experiences and interactions can be within any organization through the perspective of an association member. Learn what to look for that may be confusing\, unclear\, or outdated for your members and prospective members. Additionally\, in this highly engaging session\, you will be challenged with examples and illustrations to elevate the member and event attendee experience. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to see member engagement points through the perspective of a new member\nLearn how to partner with others and target areas for review in a timely manner\nLearn how to energize and get total staff buy-in for an improved overall member experience 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w330-the-high-life-and-dangers-of-an-undercover-member/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/96277165041
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T150312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T184230Z
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SUMMARY:W268: "Who Gives?!” Exploring Contributions\, Agency Transactions\, and Equity Transfers
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nDuring this webinar we will cover the U.S. GAAP accounting for Contributions\, Agency transactions\, and Equity transfers. There are substantial differences between these transactions that can have a significant impact on your organizations financial reporting.  We will discuss what these transactions are\, and how and when they should be recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP. \n  \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\n\nYou will be able to recognize the differences between contributions\, agency transactions and equity transfers.\nYou will be able to explain the impacts these transactions have financial reporting.\nYou will be able to identify when a transaction meets the definition of a contribution vs. and agency transaction vs. and equity transfer.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w268-who-gives-exploring-contributions-agency-transactions-and-equity-transfers/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/96086121340
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220909T194258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T205223Z
UID:10000187-1664276400-1664280000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:How to Learn Product Development: Thinking Like a Developer
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nYour event is a product\, and it should be designed to meet the needs of your audience. Product development starts with understanding the audience at a fundamental motivational level. But how can you learn what it is your members need\, especially if they don’t know it themselves? Intended for those who plan or market events\, discover an exciting new approach to enhancing your events. Learn core design constructs to help you think about your event in new ways\, and break into interactive groups for prototyping and a product pitch. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn core design constructs to help you think about your event in new ways\, and break into interactive groups for prototyping and a product pitch.\nLearn how to understand the audience at a fundamental motivational level by learning how to know your members needs in advanced (even if they don’t know for themselves).\nLearn an exciting new approach to enhancing your events.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/how-to-learn-product-development-thinking-like-a-developer/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/92306534714
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication,Marketing,Marketing/Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220906T151654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T185711Z
UID:10000180-1663851600-1663857000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W326 : Meetings and Events: Site Selection 2023 & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION:  \nHow do you figure out which location will most inspire your members and draw the greatest attendance and excitement among the attendees so that they are motivated to return next year? In this course\, you will gain an overview of the most important considerations for site selection and how those factors may have changed in the last 2 years with the pandemic. How does your Association define objectives for meetings and events in alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder needs. What are the best practices used by Associations to prioritize the use of organizational resources (i.e.\, cost considerations) to achieve successful meetings and events. What process can be used to evaluate outcomes (past and current meetings) relative to objectives to improve future meetings and events. Finally\, we will hear from 3 different site venues so that you can already start to evaluate your defined objectives against current offerings in the marketplace. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn an overview of the most important considerations for site selection and how those factors may have changed in the last 2 years with the pandemic.\nLearn how to define objectives for meetings and events in alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder needs.\nLearn the best practices used by Associations to prioritize the use of organizational resources to achieve successful meetings and events.\nLearn the process used to evaluate outcomes relative to objectives to improve future meetings and events.\nLearn from 3 different site venues so that you can already start to evaluate your defined objectives against current offerings in the marketplace.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w326-meetings-and-events-site-selection-2023-beyond/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/91626233980
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220825T152313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T140110Z
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SUMMARY:W315: How The Pandemic Affected State Tax Policies And What To Expect For The Future
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nStates have long relied on tax revenues to fuel their budgets. Those revenues were unexpectedly stretched thin in 2020 when the government shut down large parts of the economy to stop the spread of COVID-19. While many state budgets have fared better since then\, state leaders have been closely examining existing tax policies and considering changes to mitigate any shortfalls. \nTo better understand the fiscal situation in each state and the state policies under consideration\, Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center\, funded by Avalara\, conducted a survey of state government officials. Watch this on-demand webinar to hear tax policy experts from these two organizations reveal key takeaways from the survey\, including a detailed look at revenue growth (or decline) by state and an overview of the potential shifts in tax policy that may impact your business. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn state-by-state revenue trends during the pandemic\, and future forecasts\nLearn state policy considerations for fiscal year 2022\nLearn plans for general sales and excise tax base changes\nLearn consumption patterns during the pandemic\nLearn changes that may be in store for economic nexus laws and the taxation of online purchases\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w315-how-the-pandemic-affected-state-tax-policies-and-what-to-expect-for-the-future/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/97954610864
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maia Cooper":MAILTO:maia.cooper@avalara.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T143118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T171404Z
UID:10000131-1663239600-1663245000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices of a Website Redesign Project Plan | Key Factors
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \n\nYour website’s responsibility has shifted from IT and “tech-speak” to marketing/ communications and “messaging mavens.”  However\, many traditional marketing and communications professionals have little experience with such initiatives\, much less a technology driven project such as a website. \n\n\nJoin us for an interactive “ask the vendor” session to get straight talk\, best practices and things to know or avoid before taking on your next website redesign project (or if you’re in the middle of one).  This session will give an overview of the redesign process and insight into key areas to make sure you get the advice you need to: \n\nDevelop a project timeline\nManage expectations for your new site\nWork effectively with your vendor\nProject Manage your website redesign\nLaunch your site on time and on budget\nPlan for ongoing management and optimization\n\n\n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:  \n\nHow to effectively manage a website redesign project so that it launches on time and on budget\nPotential project risks that can put a website redesign project at risk\nQuestions to ask your vendor and internal teams to prevent last minute surprises (or cost overruns)\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/best-practices-of-a-website-redesign-project-plan-key-factors/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/95939265002
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ray van Hilst%2C CAE":MAILTO:ray@yokoco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T142550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T153253Z
UID:10000130-1663160400-1663164000@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W310: Grab the Mic: Is Your Association Ready to Podcast?
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nAs one of the fastest growing digital mediums today\, podcasting presents a great opportunity for associations to educate and entertain an industry audience of members and non-members alike. And\, it’s no longer a secret – podcasting is big business\, expected to grow to a $4 billion industry in the next two years.  Thought leadership AND non-dues revenue seems like a win-win\, right? But\, is podcasting right for your association? From getting started to identifying the right type of podcast for your association\, the presenters dive into specific ways to strategize\, produce and promote your organization’s podcast. They’ll provide examples of successful association podcasts and how non-dues revenue comes into play. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn if podcasting is right for your association and its communication strategy.\nDiscover how podcasting is changing the game when it comes to telling an association’s story.\nUnderstand how podcasting plays a large role in activating your membership\, allowing your members to become thought leaders and “influencers.”\nDive into relevant examples of how associations are using podcasting to reach SIGs within their organization.\nSee what works best when it comes to successfully promoting your association’s podcast.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w310-grab-the-mic-is-your-association-ready-to-podcast/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/98079965306
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication,Marketing,Marketing/Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T141128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T194619Z
UID:10000129-1663074000-1663079400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W267: Policies\, Procedures and Problems
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: \nWhich comes first the chicken or the egg; the fire or the firefighter; the operational problem or the policy and procedure?  The heart of the questions is whether you are reactionary or proactive.  Today we like to facilitate  a discussion on selected policies and procedures that must be monitored to avoid being more reactionary than proactive.   \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn how to recognize policies that should be updated.\nLearn how to identify procedures that should be updated.\nLearn how to think through a monitoring of policies and procedures schedule.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w267-policies-procedures-and-problems/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/98583845274
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T140832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T154814Z
UID:10000128-1663066800-1663072200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W261: Your Members Are Individuals\, Not Just a Demographic
DESCRIPTION: \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: \nOften\, associations are quick to attribute changing membership numbers\, participation levels\, and overall engagement to generational and cultural characteristics. Have we missed the mark? Studies show that—more than generational and cultural differences—the beliefs\, values\, and behaviors of individuals are better indicators of association participation than the typical generational explanations. Join association thought leaders to explore how the unique characteristics of individual members factor into association membership\, find out what associations should be looking at to understand their members and prospects\, and how to incorporate the voices of all members to create a more representative organization.\n \n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\n\nExplore how the unique characteristics of individual members factor into association membership.\nFind out what associations should be looking at to understand their members and prospects.\nDiscuss how to incorporate the voices of all members to create a more representative organization.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w261-your-members-are-individuals-not-just-a-demographic/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/92620866952
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Marketing/Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T135151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T210146Z
UID:10000127-1662548400-1662553800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:B127: How To Write An RFP (Request For Proposal) For Merchant Services. Improving Your Business Process And Net Income
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION:  \nWhat Criteria Should Every Merchant Services RFP Contain and Why Does it Matter? \nYour credit card processing fees are a top ten-line item in your General Ledger. When releasing an RFP to evaluate new merchant service providers\, knowing how the credit card industry works is crucial. Your fiduciary obligation and reputation are on the line. With compliance standards to meet\, and risks to mitigate\, there is much to understand. We will demystify the credit card processing flow\, players\, terminology\, and musts to consider. You will leave feeling prepared to write your RFP and EVALUATE your perspective merchant service providers based on the criteria most important for your organization. We will evaluate how to identify the gaps in your current payments ecosystem and supply you with the questions to ask to reduce these issues in your future state. \n1. Knowing What You Don’t Know \n2. Terminology of the Industry and the Flow of Payments \n3. Capturing Your Current State Through GAP Analysis \n4. Risk Mitigation (PCI Compliance\, Fraud) \n5. How to Compare Pricing and Find Hidden Fees \n6. Putting it All Together: Writing the RFP with Your Future State in Mind \n\n\n\n\n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\n\nLearn how to give your organization a higher level of understanding of payment processing and equip you to make the most educated/informed decision on your payment processor/merchant services selection.\nProvide you with important recommendations that will assist your progress in creating an omnichannel payments ecosystem.\nLearn how to create a working framework that your Association can use to effectively evaluate future Processors while taking into consideration your current business process.\n\n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/how-to-write-an-rfp-request-for-proposal-for-merchant-services-improving-your-business-process-and-net-income/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/99951702989
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Cybersecurity,Finance,Payments/PCI Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220526T142852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T171436Z
UID:10000113-1661958000-1661963400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Branding & User Experience Best Practices | Key Tips
DESCRIPTION:View Recorded Webinar \nListen to the Podcast  \nMany associations struggle with archaic brand architecture where every department ends up with its own “brand.” This confuses your members\, which ultimately hurts conversions. During this webinar\, we’re going to help you solve that problem. We will cover how user experience and brand come together as one and how that can help you differentiate. \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nLearn how UX and Brand have merged\nLearn how to differentiate in your digital universe\nLearn why UX should be part of your association’s culture\nLearn best-in-class examples
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/branding-user-experience-best-practices-key-tips/
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/96642326346
CATEGORIES:Association IT,B2B/B2G,B2B/B2G IT,Business Strategy,Business Strategy,Culture & Communication,Culture/Communication,Marketing,Marketing/Member Engagement,Web Design,Web Design
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jake Toohey":MAILTO:jtoohey@adagetech.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220825T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220804T132154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T211526Z
UID:10000126-1661432400-1661437800@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:B129: Unlocking the Mystery of PCI Compliance
DESCRIPTION:In this course you will learn best practices of  organizations in implementing PCI Compliance.  The course starts with a basic overview of what PCI Compliance is and what it is designed to achieve.  Next we review 9 practical tips that you can implement immediately in your organization to ensure a more secure payment environment.  Finally we review the Self-Assessment-Questionnaire (SAQ)\, and what you should know about it. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nGain an overview of the PCI Compliance Requirements\nLearn 9 practical tips to achieve a more secure payment environment\nUnderstand what are the annual SAQ requirements
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/unlocking-the-mystery-of-pci-compliance/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85349685569
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,Finance,Finance,Payments/PCI Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145018
CREATED:20220803T192333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194915Z
UID:10000124-1660741200-1660746600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W303: Activity Integrations – Different Approaches To Syncing Activities Between Your System Of Record And Other Systems
DESCRIPTION:Every association today is leveraging more than one system to engage with members\, whether that’s to collect award applications\, event registrations\, course enrollments\, or something else entirely. Yet when selecting those systems there is often little planning with regards to integration – thinking\, “Well that’s technical\, so I’ll let the technical people figure it out.” In reality\, integrations should be defined by the business requirements\, and associations should know that not all integrations are equal. This session will talk through different approaches to integrations along with business implications for each and reasons when each may be the best approach. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nAttendees will be able to understand the business impact of data integrations\nAttendees will learn about different approaches to data integrations\nAttendees will have a strategy to visually represent their integrations
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/activity-integrations-different-approaches-to-syncing-activities-between-your-system-of-record-and-other-systems/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2172193952?pwd=NzJ0bXh2d29FL211dkl5QXJQNG5Ndz09
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justin Burniske%2C MBA":MAILTO:justin.burniske@meta-dao.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145019
CREATED:20220803T194456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194832Z
UID:10000125-1660734000-1660737600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:B136: Revenue Growth and 6 Common E-Commerce Mistakes for Office Supply /JanSan Dealers to Avoid
DESCRIPTION:Join the GOPD team to learn how e-commerce can help boost your revenue and how to avoid common mistakes like not knowing your target customers\, not encouraging customer feedback\, and making the checkout process too complicated. \nAttendees will gain a better understanding of how e-commerce can help drive their sales\, prevent pitfalls\, and put their customers first. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nUnderstanding key areas to focus on with an E-Commerce Solution\nWays to increase your revenue through E-Commerce\nSteps to an awesome E-Commerce Site
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/revenue-growth-and-6-common-e-commerce-mistakes-for-office-supply-jansan-dealers-to-avoid/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85349685569
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145019
CREATED:20220803T175453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194746Z
UID:10000123-1660222800-1660228200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W300: Easy Steps for a DIY Tech Assessment
DESCRIPTION:A technology assessment is a tool to ensure your technology tools and investment is aligned with your organizational strategy. While associations can certainly benefit from a professional\, outside perspective\, there are do-it-yourself (DIY) steps that generate immediate insights and lead to long-term effectiveness. Get the right people with the necessary skills and training together with efficient processes and capable technology\, and the outcome will be an industry-leading association. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nGain insights on aligning your strategic plan with your people\, processes\, and technology\nIdentify inefficient technology use and ways to improve\n\nMotivate organizational change through staff buy-in\nLearn about best practices and current trends in association technology management
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/easy-steps-for-a-diy-tech-assessment/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2172193952?pwd=NzJ0bXh2d29FL211dkl5QXJQNG5Ndz09
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145019
CREATED:20220526T142601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194642Z
UID:10000112-1660129200-1660134600@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:W251: PCI Compliance Workshop 101 for Associations
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that PCI Compliance starts with your finance team.  In this course you will learn best practices of Associations and non profit organizations in for implementing PCI Compliance.  The course starts with a basic overview of what PCI Compliance is and what it is designed to achieve.  Next we review 9 practical tips that you can implement immediately in your organization to ensure a more secure payment environment.  Finally we review the Self-Assessment-Questionnaire (SAQ)\, and what you should know about it. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nGain an overview of the PCI Compliance Requirements\nLearn 9 practical tips to achieve a more secure payment environment\nUnderstand what are the annual SAQ requirements
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/w251-pci-compliance-workshop-101-for-associations/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2172193952?pwd=NzJ0bXh2d29FL211dkl5QXJQNG5Ndz09
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wade Tetsuka%2C CPA":MAILTO:wadetetsuka@ustranscorp.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145019
CREATED:20220526T142302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T205504Z
UID:10000111-1660042800-1660048200@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:Guide to Fraud Prevention & Detection | Safeguarding Your Organization
DESCRIPTION:View Webinar Recording \nListen to the Podcast \nIn this course\, you will learn how Associations can identify sources of fraud and how to limit your exposure to fraud. \n\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n\nLearn how to reduce the likelihood of internal fraud.\nLearn about best practices to implement for fraud prevention\nLearn how to probe weaknesses that leave you vulnerable to bad actors
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/guide-to-fraud-prevention-detection-safeguarding-your-organization/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2172193952?pwd=NzJ0bXh2d29FL211dkl5QXJQNG5Ndz09
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Cybersecurity,Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145019
CREATED:20220525T214243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194447Z
UID:10000106-1659006000-1659011400@usteducation.org
SUMMARY:B134: What You are NOT Being Told About Credit Card Processing
DESCRIPTION:Credit card processing or Merchant Services is widely used by businesses and nonprofit organizations.  One can hardly image today going through life without being able to purchase goods and services without using a credit card.\n \nIn spite of its ubiquitousness in commerce\, there are a lot of things that organizations are not being told about credit card processing (aka Merchant Services).  If you know some important things that you are NOT being told today by your service provider (or in the general media)\, you would have greater opportunities for data security\, cost savings\, and process improvements (i.e.\, eliminating manual processes)\n \n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n– Learn about 4 important payment trends which emerged from the pandemic.\n– Learn two key changes you should make in 2022 with your payment and credit card collection practices.\n– Understand Credit card fees — what you are NOT being told and why that is costing your organization money.\n– Learn alternatives to credit card collections — the ecosystem that supports Visa/MasterCard and AMEX definitely don’t want you to know this.\n– Learn PCI compliance and security issues for 2022 — why are you not aware of this.\n– Learn how to do an RFP for Merchant Services — an outline that you can use today.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/b134-what-you-are-not-being-told-about-credit-card-processing/
LOCATION:Group Internet-Based
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wade Tetsuka%2C CPA":MAILTO:wadetetsuka@ustranscorp.com
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