This message was sent to ##Email## October 31, 2019        Home |  Events |  ISAEnterprise |  Learn |  Resources |  Membership |  Connect Subscribe  |   Archive  |   Advertise      ASSOCIATION NEWS CLICK HERE to view the agenda. CLICK HERE to register as an exhibitor. CLICK HERE to register as an attendee. CLICK HERE for sponsorship information Speaker Showcase speakers will include (click the speaker's name to see a video): Alyson Van Hooser Greg Nelson Brenda Clark Hamilton Frank Bucaro Register for these upcoming ISAE events! Nov. 13: November Luncheon Dec. 4-5: ISAE Annual Convention Thank you to our Premier and Elite Members! Click here to find out more about becoming a Premier Member.        MEMBERSHIP The secret to retention? Give members the benefits they WANT MemberClicks Most members see value in membership directly from the benefits they get for paying dues. But even a little way down the road, after two or three years of membership, those benefits can start to feel a little less valuable. That’s why it’s important to always consider not only the benefits you’re offering, but the way members can access them. What do we mean?  READ MORE Navigating each association's two-way trust street Smooth the Path Associations oscillate between two different trust states with members. Building trust and exchanging trust. We spend time building trust with our members, and then when we ask for something from members, we exchange that trust.  READ MORE    LEADERSHIP / MANAGEMENT Why your association needs an operating system Association Success When most of us hear the phrase “operating system,” what first comes to mind is likely something your phone updated while you were sleeping. But have you ever considered the operating system that’s running your organization? And when’s the last time it was updated?  READ MORE Making the board meeting work By Robert C. Harris Association success requires a partnership between the chief elected officer and the chief staff officer. This pairing can make or break good governance. Both persons have a lot at stake. Each brings different knowledge and perspectives to the boardroom, where most of the work is done. The elected president is eager to lead. The executive director brings the needed experiences, including meeting management and organizational knowledge.  READ MORE How one leader encouraged a board to make a big move Associations Now Sometimes the perfect idea for improving your association just lands in your lap. Then comes the part where you have to convince the board how perfect it is. When the American Astronomical Society had a chance to acquire a magazine earlier this year, the price tag was hefty. But it opened a conversation about opportunities and mission.  READ MORE    EDUCATION & MEETINGS LinkedIn Events: What you need to know Event Manager Blog As you may have heard, LinkedIn just announced the relaunch of their Events platform. Here is a breakdown of the platform for you, including opportunities and concerns.  READ MORE Your 2020 guide to setting pricing for your association's educational content YourMembership Continuing education is a valuable member benefit and a great source of non-dues revenue for your association. How you price your content can make a big impact on your educational program’s success.  READ MORE    TECHNOLOGY 3 add-on tools to drive association revenue + amplify member engagement Higher Logic If you know data exists within your online community and marketing automation activities, but you aren’t leveraging it to inform your ability to provide a targeted, valuable member experience, well - it’s as if Charlie Bucket found a golden ticket then decided he didn’t feel like going to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory that day.  READ MORE 5 steps to navigate the data tsunami Association Adviser The internet is a treasure trove of valuable data and analytics. But with so much data to comb through, even finding a starting place can be a daunting task.  READ MORE    MISSED AN ISSUE OF E-NEWS EXECUTIVE EDITION? VISIT AND SEARCH THE ARCHIVE TODAY. ISAE Partners                         ISAE E-News Connect with ISAE Recent Issues | Subscribe | Unsubscribe | Advertise | Web Version  Colby Horton, Vice President of Publishing, 469-420-2601 | Download media kit Shawn Smajstrla, Senior Business Editor, 469-420-2605 | Contribute news Illinois Society of Association Executives 6 Lawrence Square | Springfield, IL 62704 | 217-753-1190 | Contact Us  Learn how to add us to your safe sender list so our emails get to your inbox. 7701 Las Colinas Ridge, Ste. 800, Irving, TX 75063