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Creating Active Online Communities

Sydney May 6


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About the Session


If you would like to create an active online community for your members or supporters then you need to attend this workshop. During this session you will learn:

  • The difference between the different social networking sites and when these are appropriate - and inappropriate - for your organisation.
  • How to increase revenue through social media tools.
  • Why only a minority of members create content - and how to stimulate more members to create content.
  • How to get people to return to your community - and bring others.
  • How technology can assist you to build communities more cost effectively.
  • How to integrate social networking and other online tools into member recruitment and retention plans.

This course will also show you how to address common objections made against online communities such as "but what is someone says something bad about us?".

Attendees will walk away with practical tools they can immediately apply to improve their online marketing techniques.

This full day workshop will also include a workshop component where you will have the ability to meet other practitioners. share experiences and learn from others. The full day workshop will also include presentations for web specialists who will share their experiences with the group.

Benefits of Attending

When you attend this course where you will:

  • Learn the fundamental practices behind creating communities online – and how to apply them practically.
  • Take away practical ideas and information you can immediately apply. 
  • Learn how to leverage your activities to maximise your online presence.
  • Learn how to achieve maximum results from your marketing dollar.
  • Hear success stories from proven practitioners.
  • Get inspired to create your own successful, active, online community.
“Both in her presentations and her consulting work Belinda Busoli brings together a global perspective and operational experience of the issues faced by Non Profit Organisations. Her presentation style is light, entertaining and packed with an underlying knowledge that makes any session valuable for busy Executives. Like any Non Profit, we require value for money when seeking expert advice and Belinda is always able to provide it to me. She is generous in sharing her knowledge and well networked to help us ensure we are at the forefront of NPO management practices.” Leisa Donlan, Association of Rotational Moulders Australasia

“Belinda is undoubtedly an expert in her area - she has a wealth of experience which prove her abilities, and she is happy to share her knowledge for the benefit of others. She is personable, incredibly positive, and makes you feel energised. I have implemented her ideas, and seen the results for myself. I have no hesitancy in recommending her, and look forward to working with her again in the future.” Di Thomas, Security Institute UK

About the Presenter

Belinda Busoli
has worked as a trainer and consultant assisting thousands of not-for-profit organisations throughout Australia with their membership challenges. During that time she has worked with a variety of ganisations including trade and professional associations, chambers of commerce, sporting clubs, charities and environmental groups. She was also one of the founders of the Not-For-Profit Network, an organisation dedicated to assisting not-for-profits to improve their performance. Known for her enthusiastic style, Belinda is a frequent presenter for not-for-profit organisations. Belinda arrives on the platform armed with an array of topics relating to membership lead generation, prospect relationship management, membership sales, new member integration, member relationship management, renewal processes and more. Revealing insights from personal and professional experiences, she ensures that participants walk away with practical ideas and information that can immediately be applied. Click here to read testimonials from past event participants and clients

Location & Dates

May 6 - Sydney (Inner city venue to be confirmed)

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100% Guarantee

We guarantee that our programs will provide invaluable tools and information. If you are not 100% happy with the program simply write to us and we will cheerfully refund your fee.

Terms and Conditions

An email confirmation will be sent of receipt on registration. All registrations are fully transferable. Cancellations must be in writing and incur a AU$50 administration fee. Cancellations within 21 days of the event incur a 50% cancellation fee. Refunds are not available within 7 days of the event. SMS reserves the right to alter the program programs or to cancel or change event components or substitute services without notice. If an event is cancelled due to acts of God, war, government regulation, disaster, disease, strikes or other events outside of SMS control, attendees will receive the session materials and, after fixed expenses are paid, any remaining funds will be distributed to delegates.

Inclusions

You will receive the presentation, workbook, lunch, tea and coffee and refreshments during the break. You will receive a statement of completion at the end of the day (you must be present to receive the statement).

Scholarships - Low Income Organisations

A limited number of scholarships are available to those suffering financial difficulties.
Email us to apply.

Scholarships - Travel 

To ensure those located outside of the cities where SMS runs events can access these learning opportunities we have special rates available to those travelling by air to the event. Please 
email us or call us on 1300 852 303 for more information.

Pricing

  • $898 for THREE people if booked by December 24, 2009 (3 for the price of 2)
  • $449 per person if booked by April 16, 2010
  • $499 per person if booked after April 16, 2010

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