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By Laura Gaenzle | September 12, 2023

Communication Is Key to Creating Robust Event Sponsorships

Matching an association’s event with exhibitors and sponsors can be a win-win partnership with the right customized opportunities and committed customer service.

By Ashley Reid | August 21, 2023

Rethinking the Meaning of Value

For a lot of us, the word “value” evokes one thing: dollar signs. However, there are multiple ways to bring the big V to your members, and money has nothing to do with them.

By Therese Umerlik | August 7, 2023

Magazines Remain Resilient Marketing Tools

Many associations have a key to building their membership and promoting awareness of their mission already in the palm of their hand—their print publications.

By Samuel Hoffmeister | July 24, 2023

Case Study: Podcasting the Promise of Postsecondary Value

A podcast for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities sees immediate traction, with a mission to deliver stories of social equity and triumph in postsecondary education.

By Therese Umerlik | July 10, 2023

Your Subject Matter Experts Can Leverage AI to be Content Leaders

Your association’s thought leaders can tame the Wild West of AI-generated information with their expertise and experience. And your staff can use these tools to streamline processes so they can focus on your members.

By Samuel Hoffmeister | May 22, 2023

Generative AI and Navigating Member Communications

As generative AI tools continue to quickly emerge, associations should take advantage of their efficiencies—sometimes.

By Megan Brodbeck | October 25, 2022

7 Ways to Show Your Publication Some Love at Your Next Event

Your event is the perfect opportunity to grow your readership, increase your audience loyalty, and market your latest publication.

By Rachel Markey | October 11, 2022

7 Media Kit Essentials

Creating a media kit is all about providing compelling information with a pinch of promotion. And with these essential components, your media kit is sure to shine!

By ygsadmin | April 28, 2020

Engineering a Storefront for Higher Revenues

ENR’s top lists, such as the Top 500 Design Firms, are the most notable in engineering, and YGS helps them drive revenue. We also developed a custom online storefront for ENR that offers logo licensing, awards, reprints, eprints, and signage.

By ygsadmin | November 6, 2019

An Executive Decision to Make a Big Impact

YGS designs and prints retractable banners, elevator clings, a backdrop for attendee photos, column wraps, and other signage to command attention at several major TEI conferences.