Effective Database Management :

Are you an Executive Director?

Your database should be supporting your organization’s mission. Improve volunteer engagement, increase revenue and decrease marketing costs.

Are you a Marketing Expert?

Better data means more targeted communications and marketing, with lower marketing costs and higher returns to the bottom line.

Are you responsible for IT?

We keep up-to-date with all of the products and vendors on the market, and we can help you find and implement a product that’s right for your organization.

About EDM

For a quarter century, Wes has worked in and with dozens of associations and membership organizations throughout the US, Canada, and Australia.

List of Clients

Take a look at our list of clients and what they are saying about EDM.

Public Speaking

Wes tailors all of his presentations for your specific audience and will work with you to identify and deliver specific value from which they can immediately benefit.

We would love to answer any questions that you have! Contact us for more information.

Baby Steps

One of the keys to developing good data management habits is to be aware of biting off more than you can chew. Or to put it another way,

21 March, 2019

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Success Requires Discipline

When it comes to data management, most of us know what to do; we just don’t do it. What is required is discipline. Discipline is

14 March, 2019

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Take a moment to be grateful

Because we’re so focused on always improving what we have now, it’s easy to overlook the things we already have. I’ve

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KPIs and Dashboards

I saw DJ Muller from MemberClicks speak on KPIs (key performance indicators). In his session he stated that KPIs must be presented in

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Documenting Process is Critical

When it comes to managing data successfully, process is critical. For example, a client of mine recently discussed how important it is

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Motion vs. Action

In James Clear’s book Atomic Habits (I recommend it!), he discusses the concept of motion vs. action. In a nutshell,

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Database Selection

EDM can help guide you through the potholes and pitfalls of selecting a new AMS. Use EDM’s experience and knowledge of the available software packages to help you select, implement, and use the data management system that is most appropriate for your organization’s needs.

Wes helped us in our search for a new data management system. With his broad understanding and deep knowledge of the market, he was able to identify systems we didn’t even know existed! The result is that we’ve spent our money very wisely, thanks to Wes’s guidance.
Ellen K. Hobby CAE, CPA, CFO, COO / National Academy for State Health Policy

We came to Wes because we were very frustrated with our existing AMS and we wanted to improve our capabilities as soon as practicable. Wes very quickly helped us through a process of identifying our needs, identifying potential vendors, and selecting a new system that well be able to move into very quickly.
Jack Chiasson, CMP Executive Director, / National Association of Life Brokerage Agencies