After 6 months of changed plans, pivots, and firsts, we all have one thing in common — no one’s where they thought they would be. We’ve all changed a lot...and we’ve all learned a lot. Now’s the time to take that growth and make moves for your organization and its members.
Association and chamber pros will gather together with friends of the industry on Thursday, October 22 for a jam-packed day geared toward honing new skills and understanding new mindsets.
Speakers will challenge attendees with topics from marketing best practices to leadership, and we’ll spend some time on tried and true membership topics, too. At the end of the day, attendees will sign off feeling confident and energized to make an impact — in both steady and unsure times.
For MemberClicks customers, this is a complimentary event! You'll receive an email with details on how to register free of charge, or feel free to contact us at hello@memberclicks.com.
Sign me up!Is your organization experiencing financial hardships, or would you like to register 3+ attendees? Send us an email for discount and bundle options!
For this year's MC Cares initiative, MemberClicks has partnered with CHRIS 180 — an organization dedicated to healing children, strengthening families, and building community. We'll be donating 10% of MC Thrive proceeds to the organization to use toward Welcome Home Kits! Learn more about CHRIS 180 and the important work they're doing here.
Gain much-needed insight from industry professionals about the issues directly impacting associations, chambers, and membership organizations right now — and how to manage them moving forward.
Sessions and speakers are subject to change.
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9:30 am |
Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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10:00 am |
Welcome and Introduction |
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10:10 am |
Keynote: The Pursuit of Happiness at Work and in Life Kiki Ramsey, Founder and CEO, The Positive Psychology Coaching and Diversity Institute (PPCaDI) With all the challenges we face at work and in our personal lives, it’s easy to become unhappy. Reports show that 53% of all Americans are unhappy at work. However, the key to success at work and in life is happiness. Research shows there is a science to happiness. Happy people are more productive, have more meaning, and are more resilient. Kiki will share how to be more resilient in the face of workplace stress and challenges, how to identify obstacles and challenges to achieving happiness, how to channel the right mindset needed to succeed, and more! |
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10:40 am |
Beyond Brand: An Inside-Out Approach to Organizational Engagement Brian Riggs, Co-Founder, Riggs Enterprise Corporation Over the past several years, questions around value, relevance, and engagement have plagued association and chamber executives, leaders, and stakeholders. Now, as those same leaders attempt to navigate their organizations within a pandemic-laden landscape, those same questions have taken on a new level of significance. Brian and Stacey will provide a framework for how organizations can use their inside-out approach to brand development and organizational engagement — including examples of how organizations have redefined the pillars of their brand, reimagined their brand narrative, put forth a renewed purpose and value, and emerged with a modernized focus on how they can inspire current and prospective members in an entirely new way. |
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11:40 am |
Break + Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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11:50 am |
Expect the Unexpected: A Programming Reality Check Jason E. Ebey, IOM, Principal Consultant, and CEO, YGM Total Resource Campaigns, LLC In a short time, the membership organizations' historic model of programming, events, and sponsorships has been thrown out of the window, and it's continuing to change. COVID has impacted every organization and right now, 'what if's' are becoming reality. Now more than ever is the time to strategically review non-dues revenue strategies and find opportunities to move ahead stronger. Learn more about how association and chambers professionals have the opportunity to morph current repetitive programming into new sustainable initiatives. |
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12:50 pm |
Lunch Break + Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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1:20 pm |
All Things Membership: What's the Buzz Erin Hall, CAE, Product Marketing Manager at MemberClicks You’ve got questions...they’ve got answers! Join MemberClicks’ Product Marketing Manager (and former association professional), Erin Hall, as she hosts a game-style Q&A about all things membership management with three of your industry peers. (This is not your average panel.) The discussion will include thoughts on giving away free memberships, factors to be considered in charging for virtual events, creative ways to incentivize memberships, advice for saving sponsorship dollars lost from the hurting hospitality industry, and much more! |
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2:20 pm |
Jeopardy LIVE Tao Stadler, Director of Customer Success at MemberClicks, Jeopardy Host Extraordinaire Give your brain a break and tune in for a fun afternoon round of live Jeopardy! Several attendees will battle it out for the champion title! |
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2:40 pm |
Break + Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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2:45 pm |
Association Law: What Every Association Executive Needs to Know... And Then Some Jeff Tenenbaum, Esq., Managing Partner, Tenenbaum Law Group PLLC From one the country’s most experienced and notable association attorneys, and a fixture on the ASAE and association speaking circuit, come armed with your questions and curiosity as we explore the most pressing legal issues facing associations these days — from meeting contract cancellations and negotiations, to corporate governance and board challenges, and much more. In plain English and a very interactive setting, learn the key red flags you need to be able to spot, what you should do when you spot them, and practical tips and suggestions for protecting your association and mitigating risk. |
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3:45 pm |
Break + Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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3:50 pm |
DEI Journey: How Associations Should Look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Trevor S. Mitchell, MBA, CAE, CDP, Executive Director and CEO, American Mensa, Ltd. We all recognize that diversity makes the world a better place, including the industries that we serve — but have you given thought to your organization’s diversity strategy? What trends are impacting our workforce that we need to be aware of? This session will help you steer the ship to gain a better understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion in associations. The session will help you explore current best practices in DEI and how you play a role in your organization’s efforts. |
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4:20 pm |
Leadership Lessons Learned: Fireside Chat Dave Coriale, CAE, President, DelCor It's the end of the day — grab a drink! This casual session will feature three executives who do NOT take themselves as seriously as most executives. Join Dave as he interviews Mark and Duncan about leadership lessons they’ve learned over the course of their professional careers, how to overcome obstacles, and what it means to grow from your mistakes — all with some jokes and fun along the way. And then, stick around after for our Closing Thoughts and Grand Prize Raffle! All attendees automatically entered. Must be present to win! |
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5:00 pm |
Visit the Exhibit Hall |
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Kiki RamseyFounder and CEO, PPCaDI Lead Coach Keynote: The Pursuit of Happiness at Work and in Life |
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Brian RiggsCo-Founder, Riggs Enterprise Corporation Co-presenting: Beyond Brand: An Inside-Out Approach to Organizational Engagement |
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Stacey VillanoDirector of Strategy and Client Experience, Riggs Enterprise Corporation Co-presenting: Beyond Brand: An Inside-Out Approach to Organizational Engagement |
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Jason E. Ebey, IOMPrincipal Consultant, and CEO, YGM Total Resource Campaigns, LLC Expect the Unexpected: A Programming Reality Check |
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Erin Hall, CAEProduct Marketing Manager, MemberClicks All Things Membership: What's the Buzz |
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Tao StadlerDirector of Customer Success and Jeopardy Host Extraordinaire Jeopardy LIVE! |
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Jeff Tenenbaum, Esq.Managing Partner, Tenenbaum Law Group PLLC Association Law: What Every Association Executive Needs to Know... And Then Some |
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Trevor S. Mitchell, MBA, CAE, CDPExecutive Director and CEO, American Mensa, Ltd. DEI Journey: How Associations Should Look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion |
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Dave Coriale, CAEPresident, DelCor Moderator: Leadership Lessons Learned: Fireside Chat |
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Mark SedgleyPresident, MemberClicks Panelist: Leadership Lessons Learned: Fireside Chat |
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Duncan McCreeryChief Experience Officer, MemberClicks Panelist: Leadership Lessons Learned: Fireside Chat |
On May 7, 2020, MemberClicks hosted the first MC Thrive event, geared toward helping associations and chamber lead their members out of a time of crisis. If you missed the live event, there's good news! You can still access all the recorded sessions, virtual marketplace, and the MC Thrive event platform (hosted on MC | LMS) for only $19.
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