All the latest in
Navigating around a large system like Aptify can be challenging, especially when you are new to the system or you leave between tasks. I talked a little bit about feeling like a lost child in my last blog about search, and this feeling returns whenever I sign in to...
Read more
Aptify to Sponsor Upcoming Associations Forum National Conference 2017
TYSONS CORNER, VA (May 30, 2017) – Aptify is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the upcoming 2017 Associations Forum National Conference (AFNC17).The 12th Annual Associations Forum National Conference will be held on 17–18 July 2017 at the...
Read more
How Aptify Stormed the CASL: Association Marketing in the Age of Email Compliance
People are still confused about CASL. For starters, it’s pronounced like “castle,” but there’s nothing medieval about this law governing electronic communication. You need to know the details and take action if you’re in IT, membership, or marketing at an association...
Read more
AUC2017 Keynote: Arnie Malham
With AUC2017 only 3,408 hours away (but who’s counting, right?), we figured it was time to give you some more information on what you can expect to see at this year’s conference!Each year, we try to outdo our previous Aptify Users Conference, and we work...
Read more
Aptify Maintains CAE Approved Provider Status
TYSONS CORNER, VA (May 24, 2017) —Aptify, a leading provider of software and services to mid- to large-sized member-based organizations, is pleased to maintain its status as a CAE Approved Provider through the American Society of Association Executives...
Read more
6 Stress-Inducing Thoughts You Have When Switching Membership Software
I’m one of those people who’s a planner and I have a backup for everything. In my house, I have old routers and cable modems so I can get back online in moments. I keep the last generation of my smartphone so I have an immediate backup in the event of an...
Read more
How to Convince Your Boss to Send You to AUCA 2017
Attending the Aptify Users Conference Australia (AUCA) every year can be a tall order when you’ve got so many other high priority tasks to complete and a manager asking you to justify the cost. I might be biased, as I have a hand in the conference agenda and...
Read more
7 Ways Your Processes Can Help (or Hurt) Your Membership Software Move
Implementing new membership software is an intense time for all involved. As in other momentous transitions in life, like weddings, you need a solid foundation in place to successfully face what lies ahead. Otherwise, unexpected and unwelcome issues could threaten...
Read more
6 Ways to Make Your Website Your Association’s Greatest Marketing Tool
Association marketing has evolved tremendously in the last 10 years.Some of the tactics that were driving membership in the past are in decline, and new and innovative ways to increase member engagement have matured and been proven to work.Yes, we’re talking...
Read more
How to Be Sticky: A Guide to Lasting Member Engagement
New members are the lifeblood of associations, and you’ve likely worked your fingers to the bones to attain them. You probably have a list of tactics and costs associated with attracting new members, but what have you done specifically to retain them? Association...
Read more
ACESYD17 Day 2 Round-Up: Don’t Just Strive for Excellence
Welcome to the second day round-up of the AusAE Conference and Exhibition 2017 (ACESYD17). I am back giving you a round-up of the day’s activities so you never miss a beat of the packed ACESYD17 program.So, let’s get started.Theme of the Day: Don’t...
Read more
ACESYD17 Day 1 Round-Up: Using Failure to Drive Success
Welcome to the first day round-up of the AusAE Conference and Exhibition 2017 (ACESYD17). My job at the ACESYD17 conference (aside from hosting Stream B and the ACE Learning Zone) will be to give you a round-up of the day’s activities so you never miss a beat of...
Read more