Blog

Contact our office in Beijing

We're here to help. Please fill out this quick form and we'll get back to you shortly

The latest updates, stories, ideas and guides from the Glue Up team.

Data Driven Event Planning: Turning Your Events Into Revenue Engines
9 minutes read
Every association professional knows this scene.The post-event survey is glowing,…
Multi-Generational Membership: Engagement Tips
10 minutes read
You’re leading in a world where the workforce spans five generations and the…
Creating a Transparent Membership Budget Report
10 minutes read
Budget transparency is no longer optional. In 2026, association members expect…
Benefits of Transparent Budgeting for Associations
9 minutes read
The most revealing moment in every funding pitch happens quietly, usually around…
Zero Based vs Traditional Budgeting for Orgs
10 minutes read
Every association has lived the same story: the finance team opens last year’s…
Simplifying Financial Data Management for Orgs
15 minutes read
The first rule of surviving budget season? Control the chaos before it controls the…
The Power of Exclusivity: Understanding the Value of Private Online Communities
9 minutes read
Online communities have become an integral part of our social fabric. People from…
Top 11 AI Tools to Boost Community Engagement
11 minutes read
Creating a strong and connected community is crucial for fostering loyalty and…
A Comprehensive Guide to Building an Online Community [With Steps, Best Practices, and FAQs]
12 minutes read
Last Updated: January 19, 2024   As we delve into the digital era, online…
Event Best Practices For Managing and Moderating Online Communities APAC - RecapEvent Best Practices For Managing and Moderating Online Communities APAC - Recap
6 minutes read
Building a strong and stable community requires a great deal of effort and…
Maximizing User-Generated Content for Community Building
14 minutes read
Last Updated: March 22, 2024   By leveraging online platforms, digital…
Unlocked: How Glue Up's Commitment To Community Building Starts From Within
4 minutes read
Building a solid company culture is crucial for businesses today – in a day and age…
Event promotion video ideas
7 minutes read
You already know emails and flyers alone don’t cut it. Today, members expect richer…
Copy These Post Event Social Media Post Examples
7 minutes read
Sponsorship is rarely about the applause in the room. Sponsors don’t measure success…
Business Event Invitation Templates
8 minutes read
Every business event starts with one decision point: the invitation. Whether it’s a…
How to Promote a Webinar
8 minutes read
A webinar only creates value if the right people show up. Many associations still…
Webinar Target Audience Selection for Associations
6 minutes read
Most webinars miss the mark because they try to serve everyone. Without a clear…
Seasonal Creative Event Marketing Ideas Year Round
7 minutes read
Walk into any ballroom after the last applause fades and you’ll see the same scene:…
A Transparent and Efficient Membership Fees Guide
12 minutes read
You open your renewal notice. There is a number. What you really want is a map. This…
Free Corporate Membership Agreement Template
8 minutes read
The strength of a corporate relationship often comes down to a single detail: what’s…
Know the 25 Nonprofit Membership Survey Questions
9 minutes read
Most nonprofits know they need nonprofit membership survey questions to guide…
Steal These Membership Renewal Email Templates
6 minutes read
Walk into any association office on the eve of renewal season, and you’ll see a…
Member Satisfaction Survey Examples
9 minutes read
Every association and chamber eventually asks the same question: Are our members…
Data-Backed Formula for Webinar Membership Growth
7 minutes read
Webinar membership growth is the central engine of modern associations, chambers,…
Strategic Event Management for Modern Associations
15 minutes read
Strategic event management is no longer optional for associations competing in a…
Calendly Link Placement for Associations
8 minutes read
One of the quietest leaks in any association sales funnel is scheduling. You build…
Copy These Top 10 Networking Conversation Starters
12 minutes read
Most of us do not need magic tricks at events. We need a few honest, useful…
Sales Cadence Templates for Associations
13 minutes read
The most common outreach problem in member based organizations is not intent or even…
How to Model Cash Flow for Installment Plans?
16 minutes read
You have members who love your mission, but not everyone can drop a full year of…
Legal Requirements for Registering an Association
14 minutes read
You are ready to bring people together for real work, not red tape. The legal…
Product updates august 2024 - Thumbnail
2 minutes read
August was a very busy and productive month as we brought you some new and updated…
thumbnail tasks enhancements
2 minutes read
Managing your tasks effectively is essential for productivity, and Glue Up’s updated…
thumbnail community moderation
2 minutes read
Community and group moderation is a feature designed to empower admins to manage…
Glue Up Monthly Updates: June 2024
3 minutes read
Last month, we introduced a slew of cool new features, perfect for kicking back and…
Opportunities Enhancement
2 minutes read
We are thrilled to announce our new Enhanced Opportunities, created to help you…
Updated Files & Folder Structure in Community
2 minutes read
We're excited to introduce our new Folders feature, designed to help you organize…
How AI Group Membership Tools Help Large Associations Manage Global Members at Scale
7 minutes read
AI group membership isn’t a buzzword anymore; it’s a necessity for associations…
AI in Business Communication Needs Better Tone
17 minutes read
AI in business communication is everywhere in 2025—managing inboxes, replying to…
Benefits of Generative AI After Events End
7 minutes read
The benefits of generative AI don’t start and stop with event day—they begin right…
Smarter Triggers in AI Ops Event Management
11 minutes read
Smarter triggers in AI Ops event management are the difference between staying ahead…
AI Associations Go Beyond the Profile
6 minutes read
For decades, associations have operated on the backbone of member profiles. These…
Smarter AI Copilot for Tiered Members
6 minutes read
Membership organizations are under increasing pressure to deliver personalized,…
is your chapter data scattered
9 minutes read
How would you feel if you walked into a room full of scattered pages, with no order…
how_to_align_chapter_goals_with_overall_organizational_strategy
7 minutes read
Disconnected chapters are like gears that don’t align; no matter how fast you spin…
why_leading_associations_are_switching_to_all_in_one_community_management_software
7 minutes read
Managing multitier operations can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re handling…
how_associations_can_use_role_based_access_to_improve_chapter_management
6 minutes read
If your organization has multiple chapters in different locations, giving everyone…
bridging_the_gap_why_chapter_based_organizations_must_prioritize_tech_solutions
11 minutes read
Progressing without technology is nearly impossible for chapters. The more chapters…
5_ways_to_boost_engagement_by_optimizing_local_chapter_meetings
8 minutes read
If your local chapter meetings are not turning out to be what you expected, i.e.,…