Action Strategies

Want to see what it takes to raise 525k in less than 2.5 years?

Maybe you’re on a great board. But getting the most out of that experience -- all while keeping up with your job and other time commitments -- isn't easy.

Like Wade Baldwin, Chair of Advocis-The Financial Advisors Association of Canada. He was one of our first founding members. Here’s what he has to say...

"There are some great organizations out there for governance advice but until the Society of NonProfit Board Directors came about, there was nothing specifically for where Board Directors of nonprofits could meet and get a better understanding of what other board members have found works."

Wade Baldwin, CFP, ICD.D
Chair, Advocis-The Financial Advisors Association of Canada

Wade is a “cool kid”. He's right -- the value is in the connections you make, not just in resources you can Google. Creating connections and masterminds is what we do together in the Society.

Join us. Be part of a community of knowledge-sharing, fun-loving volunteer board leaders. Be among the first inside with Wade and others from across Canada - and even from around the world!

http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

There are two "commitment levels" for every budget. Because I know you are committed, right? :)

Ready to move beyond knowing and start doing? If so, we are here for you!

I hope you are ready ... but if you won't be joining us, no worries.

The choice is yours.

http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

But if you've got the sense there are more effective ways of maximizing your board experience -- and ending up with outdated ones that don't work -- you should join us.

Because people keep what works to themselves. The rest they blog about!

The Society gives insight on what is working without the cost of high-priced governance consultants or just taking the word of the Executive Director (if you even have one)-- throughout the year. All the best to you!

With your success in mind,

Mark Buzan
Executive Director/ Founder
Society of NonProfit Board Directors
http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

P.S. Got questions? Hit reply and we'll get 'em answered!

Pre-register for the association for nonprofit board directors A unique association just for those who volunteer on the board of directors of non-profits, NGOs, and associations. Coming soon. Click here to learn more.

There’s a new association just for nonprofit board directors like you. It’s a community of volunteer leaders just like yourself. All focusing on "what's working, right now" to get the most out of their precious time as volunteer leaders.

http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

We are the cool kids. And we are sharing:

1. community-vetted ideas
2.proven techniques to avoid volunteer burnout
3.networking opportunities with others who are board members l
like you
4. insider articles
5. the latest techniques and strategies to grow your organization
6. ... and more.

Month after month, we're in-the-know -- and keeping sharp. You'll have the best resource -- when needed. Can we expect to see you joining the rest of the Cool kids?

Learn more: http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

Pressured for time and not sure you want to be on another board or committee? No problem, join just as a member so you can get the most out of your current board service.

Want to learn more? Got questions? Hit reply and we'll get 'em answered!

To your success,

Mark Buzan
Founder/ Executive Director
Society of NonProfit Board Directors
http://www.nonprofitboarddirectors.org

After many great years in operation, I am announcing that Action Strategies will be closing. I have accepted the role of President and CEO for a national association. Many thanks to those who made Action Strategies the success it was.

Check out my recent article...

The Association Executive Blog The Association Executive Blog from the Ottawa-Gatineau Chapter of the Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE).

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Happy Easter

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Why Virtual Memberships Matter to Associations [Private Social Networking Tips] Find out how association use private online communities to protect themselves from claims that they don't represent the industry.

Great article on membership marketing to consider in 2013: http://membershipmarketing.blogspot.ca/2012/11/a-tool-to-build-your-marketing-plan.html

Membership Marketing Blog: A Tool to Build Your Marketing Plan Membership marketing – acquiring, engaging, upgrading, and renewing members – is the cornerstone for associations and relationship driven organizations. Whether you are an association professional or a relationship marketer, join the discussion on the Membership Marketing Blog and share your ideas a...

Merry Christmas everyone!

Hi all. If you are involved in the non-profit or association world, would you mind taking a moment? I'm conducting this survey for my CAE designation.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Y6TW7WG

Can you spare a few moments to take my survey? Please take the survey titled "Research trends for associations". Your feedback is important!

What's your thinking? Is Quebec going into an election?