This association professional learned that it is never too early to innovate.
In the summer of 2019, The Association of Theological Schools (ATS) was in the process of identifying its strategic priorities. Member engagement emerged as a key theme. That fall, ATS turned to Higher Logic to launch an online community called Engage ATS for its members to network and engage in peer...
How This Association Re-Energized Itself and Its Membership with Online Connections
Published Wed, 10/13/2021 - 17:00
Source: https://associationsnow.com/2021/10/how-this-association-re-energized-itself-and-its-membership-with-online-connections/
VoIP Security: Common Threats and How to Keep Your Network Safe
Published Wed, 10/13/2021 - 05:00
VoIP is a great business utility. However, like any other application, it can also fall prey to cybersecurity threats if proactive measures are not taken. Here is what you need to know.
The internet can be a dangerous place. It’s packed with a vibrant array of sites and traffic as people all over the world connect and communicate. But just like in any busy marketplace, dangers can...
Source: https://www.freshworks.com/freshcaller-cloud-pbx/voip-phone-system/voip-security-threats-blog/
How to Prepare for Mid-Meeting Emergencies
Published Tue, 10/12/2021 - 17:00
With events, it’s best to expect the unexpected. These how-tos of preparation and onsite protocols for handling emergencies will help meeting professionals be ready for anything.
Meeting professionals aren’t strangers to preparing for the worst. But “the worst” encompasses a range of incidents, from natural disasters—occuring at a higher rate than ever before—to acts of violence. And...
Source: https://associationsnow.com/2021/10/how-to-prepare-for-mid-meeting-emergencies/
A Look at the Post-Pandemic Association Workplace
Published Wed, 10/06/2021 - 16:00
While many other industries have already returned to the traditional office, a new survey reveals that associations are moving toward more remote and hybrid workplaces as they look to offer staff more flexibility and retain employees.
While associations are sometimes criticized as being slow to embrace change or different ways of working, a new survey shows that a lot of associations are going...
Source: https://associationsnow.com/2021/10/a-look-at-the-post-pandemic-association-workplace/
Good Reads You Might Have Missed: Working With Speakers
Published Wed, 10/06/2021 - 16:00
Whether the speakers at your events are first-timers or old pros, it’s a good idea to think about both how to select them and how to prepare them for your audience.
Associations have lots of events each year, and events have lots of speakers to manage. Some are old hands at the speaker circuit; others are existing members who have decided to step on the stage for the first time.
And both...
Source: https://associationsnow.com/2021/10/good-reads-you-might-have-missed-working-with-speakers/
