| May/June 2007 |
Helping nonprofits build enduring constituent relationships through the Internet |
Dear Nonprofit Professional,
Welcome to the May/June issue of Convio Connection, featuring the latest ideas for leveraging innovative online solutions and strategies to help nonprofits reach, connect with, motivate and retain supporters.
This edition includes tips for launching a new Web site and choosing a content management system; the value of investing time in participatory Web sites; and the ROI from face-to-face training on our eCRM solutions.
I trust this issue of Convio Connection will inspire you with new ways to put the power of online constituent relationship management to practice.
 Regards,
Gene Austin
Chief Executive Officer, Convio
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ONLINE, ON TARGET
Why it Makes Sense, if Not Immediate Cents, to Experiment with Participatory Media Sites
by Sheeraz Haji, President, Convio
Sheeraz talks about why nonprofit organizations need to leverage social networking sites and use Web 2.0 strategies to build their email list. |
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ASK THE EXPERT: YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Question: Should we require names on our online subscriber signups?
Answer by Dr. David Crooke, Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Convio
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GUEST PERSPECTIVE: PRACTICAL ADVICE FROM OUR VISITING COLUMNIST
Thinking about Updating the Look and Feel of Your Web Site?
by Melissa Roberts and Susan Finkelpearl, Free Range Studios
Guest columnists Melissa Roberts and Susan Finkelpearl recommend ways to achieve a successful redesign by considering your target users. |
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NEW FROM CONVIO
Five Tips for Choosing a Web Content Management System
by Thomas Aitchison, Product Marketing Manager, Convio
Ready to purchase a Web content management system? Here are 5 tips to consider when searching for a CMS solution. |
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Client Point of View: In-Person Training Well Worth the Investment
by Mio Kataoka, Client Education Specialist, Convio
In-person training results in greater productivity and use of Web tools. |
More than 1,400 nonprofit organizations are leveraging Convio's fundraising, advocacy, Web content management, event fundraising, ecommerce and email communications tools in strategic and creative ways to achieve extraordinary results. We welcome the following organizations who have recently joined Convio's client community*:
Drug Policy Alliance (http://www.drugpolicy.org/), which promotes drug policy reform in mainstream public and political discourse. DPA has eight offices, 46 staff members, 26,000 dues-paying members, more than 100,000 online subscribers, and a growing track record of success at the local, state and federal levels.
United Nations Foundation (http://www.unfoundation.org/), which builds and implements public-private partnerships to address the world's most pressing problems, and broadens support for the UN through advocacy and public outreach.
Cancer Recovery Foundation of America (http://www.cancerrecovery.org/), which is dedicated to the mission of helping all people prevent and survive cancer.
Lupus Foundation of America (http://www.lupus.org/), which conducts programs of research, education and support to find the causes and cure; improve the diagnosis and treatment; increase awareness; and support individuals and families affected by the disease.
Muscular Dystrophy Association National Headquarters (http://www.mda.org/), a voluntary health agency working to defeat more than 40 neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services, and far-reaching professional and public health education."
*partial list |
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Nonprofit Sector's First Online Marketing Benchmark Report
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| Convio is Hiring |
| Convio is seeking consultants, sales professionals and more. |
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| Nonprofit News |
Among Nonprofits, Christian Groups Lead Site Traffic
ClickZ News
May 10, 2007 |
Maximize Results with Integrated Marketing Communications
FundRaising Success
Apr 23, 2007 |
The Art and Science of
E-Cultivation
FundRaising Success
Apr 1, 2007 |
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| Convio News |
Easter Seals and Guide Dogs for the Blind, with Convio, Lead Trend Towards Greater Web Site Accessibility and Usability
May 22, 2007 |
Free Press, International Rescue Committee, Great Schools and United Nations Foundation Receive 2007 Webby Awards
May 22, 2007 |
Convio Names Gary Allison Vice President of Engineering
May 16, 2007 |
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| Convio Events |
AFP GLAC Regional Philanthropy Conference
Jun 7 - 8, 2007
Pasadena, CA |
AFP New York Fundraising Day
Jun 14, 2007
New York City, NY |
2007 Bridge to Integrated Marketing and Fundraising
Jul 8 - 10, 2007
Washington, DC |
2007 AMA Nonprofit Marketing Conference
Jul 9 - 11, 2007
Washington, DC |
PRDMC Conference
Jul 12 - 14, 2007
Reno, NV |
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