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

Financial Summary Report Template for Associations in 2026
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The financial summary report template has quietly become one of the most revealing…
CRM Software Selection for Associations
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CRM software selection is one of the most consequential infrastructure decisions an…
AI Event Management Tips for Productivity
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Event season places predictable strain on association operations. Registration…
Volunteer Burnout in Multi-Chapter Associations
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If you lead a large association with multiple chapters, you’re not managing chapters…
Inactive Member Reengagement Letters
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Every association carries members who haven’t resigned but also haven’t participated…
A Modern Event Registration Page Checklist
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Most event teams spend months refining agendas, speakers, and sponsors, then route…
how_to_maintain_a_database_for_superior_performance_in_your_organization
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Hosting a community could be for different reasons, like building a strong member…
How to Use an Online Community for Membership Marketing?
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Online communities help organizations in engaging members, but how do they help you…
Best Practices for Managing Community Social Media Groups
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At the core of any community, is a layer of common interests and characteristics…
Top 12 Ways To Take Your Thriving Community To The Next Level
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A successful community improves member experience, fosters relationships, and…
Building Communities and Seizing the Entrepreneurial Spirit in China
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Almost fifteen years ago, I started my lifelong journey as an entrepreneur. With my…
How to Create a Community Outreach Strategy?
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Your community needs to be regularly adding new members and community outreach is a…
Data Driven Event Planning: Turning Your Events Into Revenue Engines
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Every association professional knows this scene.The post-event survey is glowing,…
Association Hybrid Event Registration Checklist
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Imagine this: Susan, a chapter leader, is sitting on her couch late in the evening,…
Event ROI in 2026: comparing digital vs. in-person value
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The conversation around event ROI has shifted from ā€œWas it worth it?ā€ to ā€œCan we…
Strategic Event Planning Guide for 2026
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Strategic event planning has become the differentiator between organizations that…
Hybrid Event Management Software: A Guide
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You can book a venue, invite speakers, and sketch an agenda, but nothing will move…
Hybrid Event Software: What It Is, When to Use It
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You already run great in person programs. But your members are scattered across time…
Causes of Membership Lapse in Associations
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A membership lapse is rarely about dissatisfaction; it’s about data. When engagement…
Picking the Best CRM for Membership Organizations
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When you’re leading a membership-based organization: an association, chamber of…
A Guide on Budgeting for Membership CRM Software
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Budgeting for membership CRM software is a financial plan for better renewals,…
Member Retention is the Lifeblood of Associations
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When you look at your renewal report next time, you might think: ā€œOkay, these…
Membership Site Testimonials That Drive Growth
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The moment doesn’t happen in a marketing meeting. It happens when your member speaks…
Predict Revenue with Automated Membership Renewal
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When your board asks why dues are under plan, you don’t want your answer to be ā€œwe…
90-Day Financial Forecasting Plan Boards Trust
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There is a moment every association leader eventually recognizes. It usually happens…
Hidden Event Costs for Associations Guide in 2026
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You can probably picture the moment already. The big annual conference is over.…
One-Page GTM: The Launch Brief for Associations
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When your next launch hits that moment of momentum, the new member benefits, the…
Budget Dashboards for Simplifying Org Reviews
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You walk into the boardroom. The air is thick with expectations. The treasurer…
How Advanced CRM Features Drive Revenue in 2026
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It always starts the same way, with a board member asking the question everyone in…
What to Include in Your Association CRM RFP?
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An association CRM RFP often begins long before anyone types the first line. It…
Glue Up Monthly Updates: April 2024
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April marks the start of a new quarter, and with it comes the launch of our newest…
Glue Up Monthly Updates: March 2024
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March brought some big changes to the platform. We've made significant improvements…
Memberships Products
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In today's competitive market, organizations are constantly seeking innovative…
Glue Up Monthly Updates: February 2024
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As we journey through the year, our team has been hard at working on several…
The Glue Up CRM Reimagined
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After conducting thorough research and carefully considering user feedback, we are…
Glue Up Monthly Updates: January 2024
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As we kick off a new year, we are excited to share the latest features and…
How AI Professionals Associations Grow Influence
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If you run an AI professionals association, here’s a truth you probably already feel…
AI Message Generator for Sensitive Questions
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When you're relying on an AI message generator to craft sensitive survey questions,…
Creating a Dynamic Event Planning Checklist With AI Task Reminders
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An event planning checklist is only helpful if it can keep up. But the moment your…
AI Engagement Scoring for Virtual Audiences
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Webinar software makes it easy to host but much harder to measure. If you’re still…
AI-Powered Event Planning Software
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Event planning software should lighten the operational load for associations. Yet,…
Using AI Matchmaking to Connect Attendees in Glue Up’s Hybrid Event Platform
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Hybrid events often pose a challenge for organizers trying to unite two distinct…
why_leading_associations_are_switching_to_all_in_one_community_management_software
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Managing multitier operations can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re handling…
how_associations_can_use_role_based_access_to_improve_chapter_management
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If your organization has multiple chapters in different locations, giving everyone…
bridging_the_gap_why_chapter_based_organizations_must_prioritize_tech_solutions
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Progressing without technology is nearly impossible for chapters. The more chapters…
5_ways_to_boost_engagement_by_optimizing_local_chapter_meetings
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If your local chapter meetings are not turning out to be what you expected, i.e.,…
scale up association with Glue Up
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Growth comes with unique challenges, especially in maintaining consistency,…
Fraternity and Sorority Management Software: The Ultimate Buying Guide
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We all know that managing a fraternity or sorority chapter is a major responsibility…