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SUMMARY:The Executive Playbook for AI Ready Data Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nAs organizations accelerate their use of artificial intelligence\, many are discovering that weak data management and unclear governance are the greatest barriers to success. \nWe will provide executive leaders with a practical playbook for building the data foundations required for responsible\, scalable\, and high-impact AI. Explore how to move from fragmented data environments to governed\, trustworthy\, decision-ready intelligence. \nWe address how to prioritize investments\, avoid costly missteps\, establish effective data leadership and accountability models\, and maintain control across complex vendor and integration ecosystems. You will also learn how to connect data and AI investments to measurable business and mission outcomes\, including efficiency\, growth\, and risk reduction. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nIdentify the leadership structures\, accountability models\, and investment priorities required to support scalable and responsible AI adoption. \nAssess organizational data management and governance maturity in relation to AI readiness and enterprise risk. \nApply practical methods for measuring the business and mission impact of data governance and AI investments. \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/the-executive-playbook-for-ai-ready-data-strategy-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/98878030621
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,B2B/B2G,B2B/B2G IT,Business Strategy,Business Strategy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Daniel Elacqua":MAILTO:daniel@strategico-consultants.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260313T161659Z
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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:20261021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T122303Z
CREATED:20261001T183535Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the 4.2: How to Get More Insightful\, Actionable Feedback From Your Event Attendees
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nYour post-event survey says attendees rated the conference 4.2 out of 5. \nGreat. But what does that actually tell you? \nWhat did attendees value most? What frustrated them? What will they remember? What fell flat? And\, most importantly\, what should you do differently next time? \nMost post-event surveys are good at measuring satisfaction. They’re not always as good at explaining the attendee experience. \nIn this interactive session\, we’ll explore how associations can get richer\, more actionable feedback by rethinking what they ask\, when they ask it\, and how attendees are invited to respond. \nWe’ll look at how better open-ended questions\, SMS\, voice-to-text\, and AI analysis can help uncover the why behind the rating including themes\, sentiment\, friction points\, and practical opportunities to improve the next event. \n  \nWhat We’ll Explore\nTogether\, we’ll: \nCompare traditional survey questions with stronger\, experience-focused questions \nReframe common post-event questions in real time \nExplore what event teams actually wish they knew after an event \nSee how ratings and natural-language feedback reveal different kinds of insight \nLook at how AI can turn qualitative feedback into themes\, sentiment\, patterns\, and actionable next steps \n  \nYou’ll leave with practical ideas you can use to improve your very next post-event survey regardless of the survey or event technology you currently use. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n Distinguish between measuring satisfaction and understanding the attendee experience.\nIdentify where traditional ratings provide useful information and where they leave important questions unanswered. \n  \n Design stronger post-event feedback questions.\nApply better question design\, timing\, response formats\, and context to generate more useful attendee feedback. \n  \n Turn qualitative feedback into actionable insight.\nExplain how SMS\, voice-to-text\, open-ended responses\, and AI analysis can help uncover themes\, sentiment\, friction points\, and practical recommendations.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/beyond-the-post-event-survey-turning-attendee-feedback-into-event-intelligence-with-sms-voice-to-text-and-ai-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/95898750424
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Data Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Bonney":MAILTO:chris@dotellsurveys.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T191306Z
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SUMMARY:Business Artistry in Associations: Moving from Transaction to Transformation
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nIf you look at the average association website\, you’ll see a home page that features a wall of products\, events\, and news. As a result\, members often view their associations as vendors – distributors of products to buy or register for. \n \nHow do we reignite member engagement and foster deep loyalty? The answer just might be: Business Artistry. Creativity asks\, “Does it work?” but Artistry asks\, “Does it matter?” \n \nJoin Nir Hindie and Joanna Pineda as they translate the principles of Business Artistry into actionable insights that can be applied to all parts of association operations. Discover how shifting from a product-first mindset to human-centered artistry can transform member recruitment\, event experiences\, publications\, and even daily communications.\n  \nLearning Objectives: \nMembership Recruitment & Retention: Develop messaging that tells the member’s story rather than pushing association achievements\, so prospects see their own journey reflected in your mission. \n  \nMeetings & Events: Design experiential meetings and events that move beyond content delivery\, focusing on attendees’ emotional experience to foster true connection and learning. \n  \nResearch & Publications/Journals: Translate data\, technical findings\, and academic articles into meaningful insights with human significance that members can apply to their environments. \n  \nEmails & Daily Communications: Apply Omotenashi (anticipatory care and detail) to replace thoughtless blast outreach and “what’s new” announcements with intentional\, member-centric touchpoints.
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/business-artistry-in-associations-moving-from-transaction-to-transformation-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/99086691365
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Marketing/Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T110000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20261001T181827Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Legacy AMS: Scaling Your Association With Flexible\, Future-Ready CRM Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nFor decades\, associations relied on traditional Association Management Systems (AMS) to manage memberships\, events\, and dues. However\, rigid software models designed to solve yesterday’s problems often trap organizations in static workflows\, hindering their ability to adapt to modern member expectations. In an era where agility and personalization are critical\, forward-thinking association leaders are shifting from monolithic AMS architectures to scalable\, enterprise CRM platforms (such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Salesforce). \nThis session explores how moving to a flexible CRM ecosystem empowers associations to break free from technology bottlenecks\, integrate modern AI capabilities\, and build an infrastructure designed to scale for the next generation. Join industry experts as we break down the transition process\, evaluate long-term ROI\, and share practical frameworks for modernizing your tech stack without disrupting daily operations. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nAMS vs. Enterprise CRM: Compare rigid\, single-purpose software with adaptable CRM platforms to evaluate the strategic shift. \n  \nBuilding for Next-Gen Scale: Explain how modern CRM solutions allow associations to flex\, personalize member journeys\, and easily integrate third-party tools as member needs evolve. \n  \nFuture-Proofing Your Tech Stack: Describe how modern CRM architectures support seamless AI workflows\, predictive analytics\, and automated member engagement strategies. \n  \nThe Transition Roadmap: Apply actionable strategies for change management\, data migration\, and driving staff adoption during a core technology shift. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/beyond-the-legacy-ams-scaling-your-association-with-flexible-future-ready-crm-solutions-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/97698354339
CATEGORIES:Association IT,ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Marketing/Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260216T152347Z
CREATED:20260213T173842Z
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SUMMARY:Using Pipeline Reports to Navigate Funding and Improve Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:  \nFor nonprofit organizations\, a robust and well-managed funding pipeline is the lifeblood of long-term sustainability. This session provides a deep dive into the creation\, analysis\, and strategic application of pipeline reports\, which track and project incoming revenue from all sources\, including grants\, major gifts\, individual donors\, and contracts. Participants will learn how to transition from reactive fundraising to proactive financial forecasting by establishing clear pipeline stages\, accurately estimating close rates\, and identifying potential gaps in future funding. We will cover how to use this data not only to manage the development team but also to inform the annual budget\, guide strategic decisions about program expansion\, and communicate a reliable vision of financial health to the board. Mastering pipeline reporting is key to ensuring continuous operations and achieving mission impact. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDesign a Pipeline: Structure a comprehensive funding pipeline that incorporates various revenue streams (grants\, individual giving\, etc.) into a single\, cohesive reporting system.\n \nForecast Revenue: Utilize pipeline metrics\, such as close rates and average gift size\, to generate accurate and reliable revenue forecasts for the current and subsequent fiscal years.\n \nIdentify Funding Gaps: Analyze pipeline reports to proactively identify potential shortfalls or high-risk areas in future funding and develop contingency plans.\n \nCommunicate Sustainability: Leverage pipeline reports to effectively communicate the organization’s current funding trajectory and long-term sustainability outlook to the board\, staff\, and external partners.\n\n \n 
URL:https://usteducation.org/event/using-pipeline-reports-to-navigate-funding-and-improve-sustainability-free-cpe-credit-free-cae-credit/
LOCATION:zoom.us/j/95678306303
CATEGORIES:ASSOCIATIONS & NONPROFITS,Budgeting,Business Strategy,Culture/Communication,Finance
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