Discover How Cornell Black Alumni Association Simplifies Events, Memberships, and Surveys with Glue Up's All-in-One Solution
Introducing Cornell Black Alumni Association: Mentorship, Scholarships, and Community
The Cornell Black Alumni Association (CBAA), founded in 1976, inspires meaningful connections among Cornell University alumni while supporting current students through mentorship, scholarships, and programs that promote community and academic excellence.
With over 15000 alumni and 1000 dues-paying members globally, CBAA thrives on its vibrant network of professionals, scholars, and advocates committed to empowering the next generation.
The Journey That Led CBAA to Glue Up
Before adopting Glue Up, CBAA relied on a combination of tools such as Excel spreadsheets and Memberplanet for membership tracking, Mailchimp for email campaigns, and Eventbrite for event registrations. This fragmented approach was time-consuming and often led to inconsistencies in data management.
When Shannon K. Cohall became the VP for Membership in 2021, months were spent researching member management platforms that offered the ability to collect dues (annual, lifetime, and students), a mobile app, and event registration and tracking.
The initial impression of Glue Up was positive, as the platform appeared user-friendly and tailored to organizations managing both memberships and events.
From Expectations to Results: Glue Up’s Impact on CBAA
Glue Up has played a significant role in streamlining membership management and event planning for the Cornell Black Alumni Association (CBAA). The platform’s all-in-one functionality has significantly reduced administrative overhead and improved communication efficiency for both leaders and members.
One standout achievement was the seamless management of registrations for the CBAA Regional Holiday Gatherings in 10 cities across America. Glue Up not only simplified the sign-up process but also provided valuable insights into attendance trends, helping CBAA plan more effectively for future events.
The Most Valuable Features of Glue Up and CBAA’s Experiences
Glue Up’s integrated membership directory, automated reminders, and event registration system have been transformative for CBAA. These features have significantly improved processes, while the ability to analyze data and track engagement metrics in real-time has supported better decision-making.
Alumni members especially value the front-facing platform for its ease of use, including features like direct messaging, access to the membership directory, and the ability to post in community groups.
In terms of managing memberships, Glue Up has delivered measurable improvements, particularly with the student membership rate discounts. Event management has become seamless, covering all stages from sending invitations to tracking attendance and conducting follow-up surveys.
Centralizing these functions saved countless hours and minimized errors. Attendees have also praised the platform for showing who will be attending events, which enhances their overall experience and engagement.
Is Glue Up Helping CBAA Achieve Better Results?
Since implementing Glue Up, CBAA has observed a measurable increase in membership retention rates, as well as higher attendance at events like networking mixers and tailgates.
The system’s ability to provide insights into member behavior has been instrumental in helping CBAA refine its strategies for outreach and programming.
CBAA’s Endorsement: Glue Up as the Ultimate Membership and Event Solution
The Cornell Black Alumni Association (CBAA) highly recommends Glue Up to organizations seeking a comprehensive platform for managing memberships and events.
For an alumni organization like ours, Glue Up has exceeded expectations by meeting the unique needs of both member management and event planning.
Its intuitive interface, extensive features, and exceptional customer support make it an indispensable tool.
Glue Up has consistently served as an all-in-one solution for organizations and associations aiming to simplify membership management, improve event planning, and streamline operations.
Book a demo to discover how it can support your processes and enhance member engagement effectively.
