ClubRunner's BlogSpot

Exciting Feature Updates - Banner Ads & E-mail Message Center!

2012-01-27T21:39:00.010-05:00

Did you know that you can now adjust the alignment of the banner ads on your ClubRunner website banner?We're excited to have added a new feature within the Banner designer to give you more options in regards to the vertical alignment of the banner ads. You can now select whether you want the ad to be displayed at the top, middle or bottom right hand side of the banner, giving you more even more

Dues & Billing - 2 New Reports Available

2012-01-20T18:59:00.005-05:00

You asked for it and we listened! We've added 2 new reports within the Dues and Billing module which you can now access to easily view your club accounts.You can now pull a report on all Debits and Credits, within a specified date range and can export the data to excel. The Members Debits and Credits Report lists the names of members, the start and end balance (based on the chosen date range) as

Visit us at our Booth at the 2012 International Assembly!

2012-01-14T09:00:00.004-05:00

The 2012 Rotary International Assembly officially kicks off on Monday and we're very excited to be part of it! If you're attending, visit us at our booth, #122 to participate in some interactive product demonstrations, tips & tricks sessions to share best practices among fellow ClubRunner users, discussions with the ClubRunner Product Team, and so much more!There will be lots to do and to see

RI Integration - Club Officer Information Goes Live!

2011-12-23T18:14:00.011-05:00

On November 1, 2010, ClubRunner became the first vendor to introduce the RI Integration feature to Rotary Clubs. Over the past year, we've worked close with the staff at Rotary International to improve this module so that it features more synchronizations.Club Officer InformationWe're extremely proud to announce that ClubRunner customers that have activated this feature can now sync their Club

ClubRunner's Holiday Schedule

2011-12-22T16:53:00.006-05:00

Please note that ClubRunner's hours of operation will be reduced during the holiday season as noted below:December 23, 2011 - 9:00am - 12:30pm ESTDecember 26, 2011 - ClosedDecember 27, 2011 - ClosedDecember 28, 2011 - 9:00am - 5:00pm ESTDecember 29, 2011 - 9:00am - 5:00pm ESTDecember 30, 2011 - 9:00am - 5:00pm ESTJanuary 2, 2011 - ClosedWe will resume our regular office hours on Tuesday, January

Now Available - A New Cancellation Feature in MyEventRunner!

2011-12-16T19:09:00.006-05:00

In our efforts to improve the MyEventRunner feature, we've introduced a new cancellation feature. Now event chairs can cancel a registration on MyEventRunner, while still maintaining a balance owing. A new button is now available in the "View Registration" screen to allow you to cancel a registrationClicking on the button will prompt you for an optional cancellation fee, specified either as a

Dues & Billing Update!

2011-12-09T16:25:00.010-05:00

Did you know that the Dues and Billing module now features a new batch report for printing multiple invoices?Now available, you can select specific members and download a single PDF document containing all their printable invoices, which makes it easier to print all invoices in one go. Still available is the ability to print individual invoices as well as to email selected or all invoices.For

Tip of the Week!

2011-12-02T15:19:00.006-05:00

Did you know that you can keep track of your dues with ex-members? Ex-Members now also appear when creating invoices as well as in the Account Statements section of the Dues & Billing module. You can send invoices to ex-members and keep track of their transactions as well as perform credit and debit adjustments easily.For any questions, please contact our Client Services team.

New Option in MyEventRunner Allows Registrants to Edit Form

2011-11-25T16:00:00.018-05:00

Managing your event registrations just became easier. MyEventRunner now features a new option in the Setup page to allow registrants to edit their registration after they have paid. This can be enabled on a per event basis. The confirmation email that is sent after a successful registration will include a link to allow the registrant to go back and make changes to their registration, provided

Start and End Dates and Times added in MyEventRunner

2011-11-18T17:08:00.005-05:00

We've added 2 new fields to the Setup page for MyEventRunner - event start date and time as well as the end date and time. We've also incorporated time into the Registrant start and end dates, so you can decide exactly when your event is closed for registration. Please note, however, the times used in these fields are preset to Eastern Time. For more information about MyEventRunner and our latest

New Field Available in Member Profile - Preferred Phone

2011-11-18T17:00:00.003-05:00

A field that has been requested by many, we've now added a 'Preferred Phone' field in the Member Profile. Now members can select which phone type is their preferred one as it appears in various places such as the website, club directories and printable reports. Located in the Personal tab of the member profile, each member can choose between Home, Business or cell. This field has also been added

MyEventRunner - Registration Save Method Changed

2011-11-11T15:46:00.003-05:00

An important change has been made to MyEventRunner in regards to the time when the registration is saved. In the past, it was saved the moment the user lands on the Payment Options screen. Oftentimes, users abandoned the screen at that stage if they weren't ready to make a purchase, but the registration appeared in the list, and a confirmation email was sent. This left the event chair with the

Site Pages Added to Menu Bar!

2011-11-04T18:19:00.007-04:00

We've made it easier to link to your site pages from the top navigation menu in Website Designer - a new type of link has been added in the Menu Item screen called 'Site Pages'. Once clicked, you'll see your site page structure (including nested site pages) from which you can navigate through and select the desired page.For any questions, please contact our support department.

eDirectory Builder 2.0 Released for Clubs!

2011-10-28T14:58:00.010-04:00

Now available to clubs, the eDirectory builder 2.0 will allow you to design and build your own custom reports! This module allows you to create reports and design everything from the layout, sections, data sources, and fields in order to create unlimited reports that your members can access in the members only area.To access this new and powerful feature, click on the new Reports tab in your

RI Integration - Member Terminations Goes Live!

2011-10-21T16:26:00.005-04:00

We're excited to announce that the RI Integration feature now includes member terminations! This means that now, all member updates as well as terminations will take effect in minutes and will update RI's database in real time.This project continues to be enhanced and we are continuing to add more synchronization in the near future as part of our dedication to making it simpler for clubs to

Introducing Google Analytics for Clubs and Districts!

2011-10-14T16:59:00.004-04:00

We’re happy to announce that clubs and Districts will now be able to track their website traffic and monitor various site statistics with Google Analytics for clubs (beta)! At this time, we are looking for clubs that would be willing to volunteer and assist us in our beta testing and provide us with feedback on its performance.With Google Analytics incorporated into your ClubRunner website, you

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!

2011-10-07T12:52:00.007-04:00

Please note that Monday, October 10 is Canadian Thanksgiving and our office will be closed.Here's wishing all our fellow Canadians a Happy Thanksgiving! Have a safe and great long weekend!

ClubRunner's eSupport Center has a New Look!

2011-09-22T21:44:00.008-04:00

We're happy to announce that we've recently updated our e-Support Center. Our knowledgebase has a fresh new look and is much easier to navigate through. You will find all the information you need neatly categorized under various headings and subheadings. Access our training videos, frequently asked questions, resource guides, much more effortlessly. Submit a support ticket, search the

Tip of the Week!

2011-09-16T16:36:00.001-04:00

Termination Reason added to Inactive Members Excel DownloadNow, when you export the inactive members list, you can see the termination reason listed in the excel report too. To download member data, simply click on Download Member Data in the Membership Manager section and generate the needed report.For assistance, please contact our support team.

Tip of the Week!

2011-09-09T16:29:00.006-04:00

Is your club fully utilizing the Event Planner Module?Did you know, you can see the registration status to see how registrations are going with a click of a button? Club members can accept or decline invitations so as to not keep getting invited and can also enter in comments; the Club Admin can register Club members and the event chair can send invitations to club members as well as send

ClubRunner's Boot Camp Webinar is Back!

2011-09-02T14:50:00.003-04:00

Our first ever ClubRunner Boot Camp webinar, held on Wednesday, August 10th was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who attended! We received some great feedback and suggestions from our customers. Lots of questions were asked during the webinar and ClubRunner staff were standing by to answer all of them! We're pleased to announce that the ClubRunner Boot Camp webinar is back! The next

Tip of the Week!

2011-08-19T16:44:00.004-04:00

Did you know that you that the RI Integration feature now allows you to view pending updates to RI?To view the updates queue, click on the RI Integration tab at the top and then click on 'Updates Queue'. Here, you will be able to see the status of the update as well as the number of times it was attempted.For assistance, please contact our support team.

Tip of the Week!

2011-08-12T16:06:00.011-04:00

This past release, we’ve made many improvements to the ClubRunner service! Did you know you can now create a drop down list of all your photo albums on your menu bar? Recently added, this enhancement will allow you to add your photo albums as a menu item. To create a drop down list of all of your photo albums, go to the "Menu Items" section within Website Designer. Click on ‘Add new Menu Item’

Tip of the Week!

2011-08-05T16:23:00.003-04:00

You asked for it and we listened! Our development team has been working hard to incorporate customer suggestions into the ClubRunner service.Clubs can now customize the currency symbol in the Dues and Billing module to their own symbol, instead of the default $ sign. The chosen currency symbol will also appear on invoices as well as statements. Furthermore, the Dues and Billing module now

Tip of the Week!

2011-07-29T18:55:00.002-04:00

Did you know that you can now directly add images and embed videos to your story brief?This new feature allows you to add images to the story brief from either selecting images stored in your image library or by browsing for the file on your computer. To add an image, simply click on ‘add image’ and select the image you want to display within your Story. You can select images from your image

Customize and Configure your eBulletin with the Dynamic Bulletin!

2011-07-22T16:57:00.005-04:00

The eBulletin is an effective tool that Clubs use to boost membership growth, retention and public relations. The Dynamic Bulletin will allow you to do just that!Currently in beta version, the new Dynamic Bulletin not only offers multiple designs but is also much more flexible in its layout and style options. You are now able to design and build your eBulletin the way you want it, with all the

ClubRunner Boot Camp Session 2011!

2011-07-15T16:38:00.008-04:00

The new Rotary year is upon us and as you get ready for new responsibilities, challenges, activities and events, we're here to help you get the most out of your ClubRunner service! Introducing ClubRunner's newest live training program - ClubRunner Boot Camp 2011! This interactive 2 hour webinar will cover all facets of ClubRunner and will teach you everything you need to know! Whether you are a

Tip of the Week!

2011-06-24T16:12:00.004-04:00

Did you know that you can view the archive of all RI Integration updates that were attempted in the past 3 months? Recently released, you are now able to view an archive of all the RI Integration updates that were attempted since the release of this feature. This new feature will store and allow you to view updates from the past 3 months. Updates are shown by member, then grouped by a ‘field type

Tip of the Week!

2011-06-17T17:05:00.006-04:00

Did you know it is now possible to add your own favicon to your ClubRunner website?By default, we’ve added a customized browser icon which will be displayed right next to your website URL in the address bar. Thus, when an individual adds your site to their favourites list or creates a shortcut of your website link, the customized icon is displayed on their computer rather than a default html

Tip of the Week!

2011-06-10T16:32:00.005-04:00

#60) Did you know that you can add a photo of the speakers along with their description in the Speakers section?To do this, click on 'Edit Speakers' found in the admin screen and enter the information as your normally would. Click on browse near the 'image' field and select the photo you want to upload. Once uploaded, click on save.If you would like to display the Speaker photo on your home page,

2011 Rotary International Convention - Recap!

2011-06-03T16:38:00.014-04:00

With over 20,000 Rotarians in attendance, the 2011 Rotary International Convention in New Orleans was an exciting and fun-filled event for everyone. During this action packed event, the ClubRunner booth had a variety of activities taking place every day. From an overview of the newest ClubRunner enhancements to the launch of ClubRunner’s new Mobile App, the booth was bustling with activity!

Visit us at our Booth at the 2011 RI Convention!

2011-05-20T20:14:00.003-04:00

The 2011 RI Convention officially kicks off tomorrow and we're very excited to be part of it! Visit us at our booth, #1149 to participate in the following:Interactive product demonstrations Tips & Tricks sessions to share best practices among fellow ClubRunner users Discussions with the ClubRunner Product TeamRaffle draws for one-year free ClubRunner subscriptions Meet & greet celebration for all

Did you know you can add music to your ClubRunner website?

2011-05-13T17:04:00.005-04:00

To add music, simply load your music file (i.e.: .wav, .mp3) under the Download files section. Once uploaded, click on the clipboard icon under the Action link to get the URL. Paste that URL within the following code: < embed src="PASTE URL HERE" autostart="true" repeat="true" loop="true" width="25" height="25">(Note, there is no space after "<" or before ">")Next, from the Website Designer 2.0

Introducing ClubRunner's New Mobile App!

2011-05-06T16:53:00.009-04:00

Here at ClubRunner, we are very proud to announce the release of our new ClubRunner Mobile App. Released on May 4,2011, the ClubRunner Mobile App is your key to connect to your ClubRunner website on the go! Password protected just like your website, the app currently features 3 main modules along with numerous features bringing you even closer to connect, collaborate and communicate! Upon login,

Happy Easter!

2011-04-21T16:22:00.002-04:00

To everyone celebrating this weekend, ClubRunner would like to wish you a Happy Easter!

New: Facebook Like Button!

2011-04-08T16:59:00.002-04:00

Released today, you will now see a ‘Facebook Like’ widget in Website Designer 2.0. Once added to your site, a Like button will appear, which visitors can simply click on to add your website link and club info to their Facebook wall. A prompt will appear to sign into the visitor’s Facebook account, after which they will be able to add a comment that will accompany the post. The widget will then

Tip of the Week!

2011-03-25T18:53:00.008-04:00

#59) Did you know you can now add captions to the photos in your Photo Albums ? Recently released, this new feature will allow you to add a caption to all your pictures in your Photo Albums as well as add a description under each picture. You will now see an 'Edit Caption' icon in the Photo Albums page. Simply click on this icon and add a caption as well as a description of the picture and click

Tip of the Week!

2011-03-11T16:17:00.009-05:00

#57) Did you know that you can now directly add images to your 'Stories'?Just released, this new feature allows you to add images to your Stories from either selecting images stored in your image library or by browsing for the file on your computer.To add an image, simply click on ‘add image’ and select the image you want to display within your Story. You can select images from your image library

Tip of the Week!

2011-02-25T16:44:00.006-05:00

#56) Did you know that there is an easy and automatic way to get your login name and password if you are a new ClubRunner user or have forgotten your login credentials?To retreive your password: 1) Click on the "Login" tab2) On the Members Login page, click on the link "Forgot your password?"3) On the Get Password page, type in your last name and email address.4) Click on "Get Login Info"5) Check

Visit ClubRunner's Booth at a PETS Near You!

2011-02-19T09:54:00.006-05:00

It's now PETS season and members of the ClubRunner team will be in attendance. If you or a member of your club is planning to attend, be sure to drop by our booth or attend a session so you can learn about all our recent product enhancements and new features! Get a live demonstration of the features soon to be released and share your experiences with ClubRunner.This weekend, ClubRunner is at the

Tip of the Week!

2011-02-11T17:53:00.004-05:00

Tip #55: Did you know you can create a custom widget in order to add a Google map highlighting your club meeting location on your ClubRunner website? In order to do so, simply search for your location on Google maps and then copy the HTML link from Google and add it in your custom content box. You can then display your meeting venue location on your home page! This feature is only available with

Tip of the Week!

2011-01-28T16:37:00.005-05:00

Tip #54: Did you know you can now control your website's meta tag keywords? A new feature available for both Clubs and Districts, you will now be able to better control your website’s meta tag keywords and description to improve your search results in Google and other engines. The good news is that if you don’t modify your meta tags, we’ll do it for you! When you access this feature for the first

Tip of the Week!

2011-01-21T16:17:00.004-05:00

Tip #53: Did you know that you can opt of receiving district bulletins and emails?In our ongoing efforts to improve privacy levels for our customers, we’ve added a new feature which allows you to opt out of receiving district bulletins and emails. If you no longer wish to receive these messages, you now have the ability to opt out. In order to do so, simply go to your member profile and click on

Tip of the Week!

2011-01-14T16:55:00.003-05:00

Tip #52: Did you know you can add customized widgets to your ClubRunner Website?In addition to selecting from the already available widgets, you can also add customized widgets to your website. In order to do so, simply go to the Website Designer section from the admin page and click on ‘Add Content’. Within the editor, you will be able to add a variety of content to your home page such as images

New Year, New Resolution

2011-01-07T16:55:00.001-05:00

With the start of a new year, many people make their lists of resolutions and aspirations. This is by no means is an exception for clubs!This year, why not boost your club’s image by revamping your website to better reflect your club’s unique personality. Website Designer 2.0 can help you customize your site by changing the theme, colour schemes and even drop in large graphics on the front page.

ClubRunner's Holiday Schedule

2010-12-21T14:17:00.008-05:00

ClubRunner's hours of operation will be reduced during the holiday season as noted below: For assistance, please continue to use our help resources to access FAQ's and instructional guides:KnowledgebaseHow to GuidesOn-Demand Videose-support Center

Tip of the Week!

2010-12-17T16:36:00.003-05:00

Tip #51: Did you know that you can track website statistics? It is always nice to be able to keep track of the amount of traffic your website receives as it gives you a good sense of how popular your website is. Keeping track of the amount of hits your webpages receive is an easy process. Although there are many third party tools available, we recommend using Stat Counter. This is a free service

Tip of the Week!

2010-12-03T17:05:00.003-05:00

Tip #50: Did you know that it is now possible to obtain a URL for any of your club documents, files, and site pages?We’ve implemented a new feature in the “Edit Download files, Edit Site Pages & Edit Club Document” sections. You will now see a clipboard icon in these sections, next to all the items on your list. Simply click on this icon to copy the address to your clipboard, ready to paste into

ClubRunner Now Available in French & Spanish!

2010-11-26T16:59:00.002-05:00

Early on last year, we announced that ClubRunner had begun to support Unicode, which meant that clubs could create their stories, news and eBulletin content in another language. In an attempt to support our International customers, ClubRunner is proud to announce that we now support the entire platform (members only area and website) in any language!We’re excited to announce that ClubRunner is

Top 5 Advantages of the RI Database Integration

2010-11-12T13:01:00.001-05:00

ClubRunner’s mission has always been to make technology work for anyone, anywhere, anytime impacting their work in a natural and effective way. As such, we strive to simplify everyday tasks such that club members can spend their valuable time engaging in other activities. As a result, we recently integrated our database with Rotary International. This technological merger signifies a base upon

ClubRunner and Rotary International to Offer True Database Integration with OneRotary Initiative

2010-11-01T12:46:00.007-04:00

Today was a great moment for Rotary Clubs worldwide using ClubRunner as the OneRotary initiative is now available for everyone. After months of testing and hand in hand collaboration with Rotary International, it was a great joy to see the initiative come together. In a joint effort to unify and streamline member records, both ClubRunner and Rotary International have been working closely for the

Golden Rule #9 & 10 of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-29T12:01:00.007-04:00

9) Website should be quick to download.In today’s fast paced world, patience is slowly becoming a thing of the past. Website visitors want the website to load fast and want to be able to watch the videos immediately. When a website has too many images or videos within it, it often takes longer to load. This leads to rather displeased visitors.As ClubRunner as your website host, you don’t have to

Golden Rule #7 & 8 of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-22T14:20:00.006-04:00

7) Layout consistency is keyIt is important for all your website pages to follow a certain layout in order to maintain a theme and uniformity. If the layout of your website pages are not consistent with one another, your website will look untidy and disorganized, thus not properly reflecting your club’s image online. With Website Designer 2.0, you have the ability to choose from different layouts

Golden Rule #5 & 6 of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-14T11:00:00.008-04:00

5) Website should work on multiple browsers.Gone are the days where the only Internet browser that everybody used was Netscape. Today, there are various Internet browsers that people prefer to use. Thus, it becomes imperative that your website be able to load on any browser – whether that be Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Google Chrome.ClubRunner websites not only work on every browser out

ClubRunner Featured in RI Webinar Series

2010-10-13T14:32:00.004-04:00

Rotary Club of Winnetka-Northfield was one of the many Rotary clubs that had their website featured on "Developing a Club Website" webinar held on Wednesday, October 12, 2010. ClubRunner Champion, Rich Lalley was a panelist who shared best practices of website design and content management.If you missed this session there's another one coming up. To register for the next session of this special

Golden Rule #3 & 4 of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-12T11:32:00.006-04:00

3) URL should be easy to remember.One of the most common mistakes in website design is choosing a proper domain name. Your domain name should be easy to remember and easy to spell.With ClubRunner, you have the choice of picking your very own domain name, including .org, .com, or any of the available extensions.4) Website should be easy to find/look up/search for.Although, once upon a time, the ‘

Golden Rule #1 & 2 of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-08T11:04:00.005-04:00

1) A good website should be easy to navigate.A website that is easy to use is crucial because if the visitor finds it difficult to navigate from one page to another, he or she will get frustrated and leave the website. Attracting frustrated visitors to come back to visit the site is extremely difficult.With Website Designer 2.0, you can create customizable drop down menus, so that the

10 Golden Rules of Website Design & Functionality

2010-10-08T10:19:00.006-04:00

Did you know that your website is a direct representation of you? It represents your persona and character online. As a result, creating and maintaining a well designed website becomes imperative. In fact, the design of a website can either make you or break you.In today’s society, the importance of having an online presence is highly recognized but the importance of having a good website design

ClubRunner.ca has a New Look!

2010-10-07T11:31:00.002-04:00

There’s a reason to celebrate here at ClubRunner and we’d like to share our joy with you! As of October 7th, 2010, ClubRunner has a new look and feel. We’ve launched a new website that better reflects our products and services. You told us that you wanted a website that was easy to navigate through and we listened! Over the past few months, we’ve worked hard to ensure that we create a dynamic and

Sponsor Ads on your ClubRunner Site Benefits Everyone

2010-10-01T16:59:00.003-04:00

Advertising on ClubRunner most definitely has its benefits. With the launch of ClubRunner 2.0, we’ve increased the ways available to advertise on club sites. Ads can be text or graphic ads, and can appear wherever you choose on your home page and on the right hand side of all your subsequent website pages. You have the freedom to choose to show each ad on the homepage as well as the eBulletin –

Week #49: Tip of the Week

2010-09-24T14:24:00.002-04:00

#49: Did you know that you can download your member data and sort by type?We have further streamlined our reports to allow you to only search for your desired member types and export it to an Excel spreadsheet. No longer do you have to further scrub or analyze your member data to determine who you’d like to contact. Select the member types you wish to download, press Regenerate and then Download

Week 48: Tip of the Week

2010-09-17T17:31:00.001-04:00

#48: Did you know reports generated in ClubRunner can be exported for personal use or distribution?Reports that are available in ClubRunner can now be exported in either PDF or Excel format. Also recently available, under the Birthday and Anniversary Report, you can create a report for spouse’s birthdays as well as member birthday’s, join dates and anniversaries. If you have any suggestions for

Week 47: Tip of the Week

2010-09-10T17:41:00.004-04:00

#47: Did you know that you can reorder the sequence of your website contents faster with drag-and-dropWe’ve made it easier to reorder website content listings by using either up/down arrows or the drag and drop feature. This is available for home page links, stories, news, photo albums, site pages, download files and the website sponsorship area. Try it out today!

Week 46: Tip of the Week

2010-09-03T14:36:00.000-04:00

#46: Did you know that you can have more information in your stories and news itemsThe capacity of characters within your stories and news articles has increased to the following:Brief (appear on the home page as an introduction to your subject) = 20,000 charactersContent (appear within your bulletin and/or stories/news pages of your site) = 30,000 charactersCreate dynamic content and let your

Week 45: Tip of the Week

2010-08-20T14:05:00.002-04:00

#45: Did you know that Club and District documents are now organized by folders.ClubRunner 2.0 has re-organized club and district documents to support multiple folders so it is easier to organize and find specific information. With this update, you are able to change the list order of files within the folders from most to least important, relevant, etc. using our new and improved up/down icons.

New - ClubRunner 2.0 has a built-in shared image library!

2010-08-20T10:02:00.000-04:00

Gone are the days that you need to upload your desired standard Rotary images from your local computer to your website. A new feature of ClubRunner V2.0, you are now able to upload commonly used pictures for your club within the image library. Now you can quickly and easily reference various images in your custom content and banner designer from this predefined image library. Located under the

Week 44: Tip of the Week

2010-08-13T09:33:00.004-04:00

#44: Did you know that adding YouTube Videos to your site has become easier!Now it’s easier to upload YouTube videos to your site. In the HTML editor, simply click on the “Embed YouTube Video” button. This will provide a popup box that you can paste the embed link into and it will be placed on your site without any other HTML knowledge requirements.Please note that this feature is only available

ClubRunner 2.0 is Here...Take a Look

2010-08-04T10:00:00.002-04:00

Your browser cannot play this video. Learn how to fix this. If you're a ClubRunner user, switch your site and rediscover ClubRunner 2.0 today. If you're just learning about ClubRunner, activate your free 30-day trial.

Week 42: Tip of the Week

2010-07-30T10:40:00.008-04:00

#42: Did you know that ClubRunner 2.0 is completely menu drivenNavigation of the through your site’s administration section is now even more user friendly. An intuitive ribbon menu navigation makes it easier to access all the modules you need within 2 clicks. However, you can still find your familiar Admin page under the first tab if you choose to view everything at once.To learn how to create a

Week 41: Tip of the Week

2010-07-23T18:26:00.003-04:00

#41: You can define and list member designationsIf you have an access level of level 50 or greater, you can create and assign various designations to your active members. With three levels of designations available – Universal (which are predefined by ClubRunner), District Defined (if District is online with ClubRunner) and Club Defined, now it’s easier to identify all members within a club or

ClubRunner Launch Party at RI Convention 2010 was a Blast!

2010-07-22T15:19:00.001-04:00

On June 22, hundreds of Rotarians participated in ClubRunner’s launch party to celebrate the entrance of a new era! With the Launch of Website Designer 2.0, many current and prospective users viewed the demonstration of how they could make their club and district sites truly distinct and unique and display all the wonderful activities going on in their community!Many entered the raffle draw to

NEW: Detailed Attendance Report in District Version

2010-07-21T09:52:00.004-04:00

Now available is a report that shows a more detailed snapshot of all the club’s attendance figures year-to-date. Searchable by month, this report will provide information about the attendance percentages by club for the previous year, the current year and the current month. It will also show the ranking of each club’s attendance figures against each other, both by month and year. In addition,

ClubRunner is in a new era!

2010-07-16T17:30:00.000-04:00

ClubRunner is in a new era! For years we’ve been helping clubs and districts communicate easy. Now we have enabled you to connect, collaborate and communicate with Rotarians from anywhere you are. With our new and improved outlook for ClubRunner, we also are in midst of transitioning our product and websites to a brand new look and feel.The first stop is with ClubRunner Version 2.0 . Check out

Now Available...Switch Your Site to ClubRunner 2.0!

2010-07-01T14:00:00.000-04:00

You've been waiting patiently for this, and it's finally here, ClubRunner 2.0 is now available on production. You can now migrate your website to the new Website Designer 2.0 template at the press of a button.If you have been building your new site layout under Beta, you can now publish your new site by clicking on "Switch to New Version" under the main page of Website Designer. If you haven't

ClubRunner and Rotary International Discuss the Future of Rotary

2010-06-24T15:26:00.000-04:00

We had the great opportunity to chat with Peter Markos, Chief Information Officer and General Manager for Rotary International, about the future of Rotary and how digital communications will help bring the next generation of Rotarians. Peter mentioned how important communications and ease of participation is key for their organization, all while streamlining administration for clubs and

ClubRunner supports Polio Plus with its "Stress Relief for World Relief " Program.

2010-06-22T17:00:00.000-04:00

In an effort to support the Polio Plus Foundation, ClubRunner had globe stress balls in its booth for everyone who made a donation. It was a great hit, and just through people's generosity we were able to raise over $250 for PolioPlus. The ClubRunner team had the opportunity to present this to the Chairman of the foundation and also had the honour of sharing it with RI President Ray

ClubRunner Launches Website Designer 2.0 in Montreal

2010-06-22T16:00:00.000-04:00

ClubRunner's anticipated 2.0 version came to reality and we celebrated with hundreds of ClubRunner users, as we unveiled the new version and helped customers kick off their new website. Website Designer is the first of several enhancements made in ClubRunner 2.0, and allows clubs and districts to easily personalize their website design using an intuitive dynamic design technology.Learn more

ClubRunner Champions Connect and Collaborate at Booth 1000

2010-06-20T10:40:00.000-04:00

We're excited to have met with some ClubRunner Champions today at our meet and greet breakfast. These VIP users had the chance to interact and share tips, tricks and best practices. Some even stayed and jumped right in as an extended member of the ClubRunner team. If you're not yet a ClubRunner Champion and would like to know more about this program, visit community.clubrunner.ca!

ClubRunner is at RI Convention 2010!

2010-06-19T09:35:00.000-04:00

The 101st Rotary International Convention kicked off in Montreal today with the presentation of a commemorative Rotary Stamp from Canada Post. ClubRunner was honoured to be there for this day in history.Stay tuned for daily updates about RI Convention 2010 and ClubRunner's presence!

ClubRunner Community Now Available!

2010-06-04T10:42:00.000-04:00

Share your feedback and join discussions with fellow ClubRunner users on the new user community.ClubRunner now provides our users with the platform to give direct feedback to our development team that will contribute to the final release of Website Designer 2.0 by having an active voice through the ClubRunner Community.On this community, you can:Tell us how we are doingShare your ClubRunner

New in MyEventRunner: Event Email Service

2010-06-03T20:47:00.000-04:00

Now event chairs are able to email their attendees. Specify your target audience based on:Attendee Groups (Paid, Unpaid or All Attendees) Packages selected Add-ons purchased To make it easy and save you time, all custom distribution lists that are created in ClubRunner are automatically imported for you. Check out this new feature or contact a member of the ClubRunner team for more

Website Designer 2.0 Beta Now Released for Clubs

2010-06-02T13:27:00.000-04:00

Website Designer 2.0 is now available under beta release to ClubRunner users.With this upcoming release, you will now have the flexibility to configure and personalize your site. With ClubRunner's Website Designer, build it how you want it and launch the website that will boost the image of your club or district.In three easy steps, you pick your theme, configure your layout, and add content

Visit ClubRunner RI Convention 2010

2010-05-21T17:11:00.000-04:00

The Rotary International convention is just around the corner on June 19 - 23 and ClubRunner will be there! If you are planning to attend, be sure to drop by the ClubRunner display at Booth 1000.There’ll be lots to see and do and prizes to win. Join in the fun and celebrate this annual gathering of Rotarians! For more details and to provide feedback, visit the RI Convention 2010 - Montreal

The Dues & Billing Module Allows Club Treasurers Even More Flexibility

2010-05-21T14:35:00.000-04:00

ClubRunner’s Development Team has been busy at work making it easier for your club to collect, track and report various payments with the Dues and Billing Module.Not only can clubs track payments and debit/credit adjustments, but now you can specify more details about the payment terms and conditions, and due date for payments. Also, when posting a payment, you can now specify your own

Week 40: Tip of the Week

2010-05-14T13:20:00.000-04:00

#40: Did you know that you can earn revenue for your club and promote local businesses by having website sponsors?Having a web presence for your club has many benefits, both for the club itself and its members. As many businesses are moving to online options to promote their products and services, why not provide a platform for promotion and public relations. Adding a sponsorship ad to

Week 39: Tip of the Week

2010-05-07T15:16:00.000-04:00

#39: Did you know that it only takes a few minutes to update and showcase new content on your website to the world? ClubRunner’s Website Manager Module allows you to quickly update your content without any difficulty. The WYSIWYG (What You See is What You Get) editor allows you to either type or paste in content and format it just as you would using Microsoft Word. No longer is there a need to

Be a ClubRunner Champion

2010-05-06T13:46:00.000-04:00

Calling all champions...ClubRunner has revamped the Champion Program and has wonderful opportunities for VIP and power users of ClubRunner.Are you someone who is…Interested in new technology and ways of communicating?A person of influence within your club (power user)?Not afraid to help out others?Able and willing to pro-actively voice your suggestions and opinions?Interested in accessing and

Week 38: Tip of the Week

2010-04-30T13:50:00.000-04:00

#38: Did you know that ClubRunner has the largest online Rotary Community worldwide? With thousands of Rotary clubs and districts subscribed to the ClubRunner network worldwide, we take pride in serving Rotarians in 6 continents. In use by various sizes of clubs, districts and zones, our users have provided valuable suggestions to contribute to what ClubRunner is today.Read more about ClubRunner’

MyEventunner: Monitor and Track Your Event Registrations Payments.

2010-04-28T12:18:00.000-04:00

We know that it's important for your event committee to monitor the status and success of your upcoming events. With that in mind, MyEventRunner now provides a report just to monitor event registration payments.The Event Registration Payments Report allows event administrators to search confirmed member registration records for a specified event by the following parameters:First nameLast

Week 37: Tip of the Week

2010-04-23T17:36:00.000-04:00

#37: Did you know that you can use the EventPlanner to get members to volunteer for your new committee structure?Use the Volunteer Tasks sub-module within EventPlanner to create each committee as a Task, and each subcommittee as a subtask. You can also specifiy how many members are needed per committee. When you’re done putting together your structure, you can issue a Volunteer request to all

Meet ClubRunner at the Tejas Multi-District Conference

2010-04-23T10:16:00.001-04:00

Next weekend, ClubRunner will be in San Antonio at the Tejas Multi-District Conference and we can't wait to meet you there! If you are planning to attend, be sure to drop by the ClubRunner booth so you can learn about all our recent product enhancements! Also, get a sneak peak at the Website Designer 2.0 and find out how you can become a beta tester.

Week 36: Tip of the Week

2010-04-09T14:51:00.000-04:00

#36: Did you know that discussion forums are great ways to ease your members into the social media movement?Built into your ClubRunner site, discussion forums can be used to share information and seek feedback from members on topics related to club matters without leaving your site. If you’re looking to encourage members to access your club’s social networks (i.e. Twitter, Facebook), this is a

Visit ClubRunner's Booth at the Heartland PETS

2010-04-07T14:25:00.001-04:00

This weekend is the Heartland Rotary PETS, and ClubRunner can't wait to see you there! If you are planning to attend, be sure to drop by the ClubRunner booth so you can learn about all our recent product enhancements! Also, get a sneak peak at the Website Designer 2.0 and find out how you can become a beta tester.

Week 35: Tip of the Week

2010-04-02T18:33:00.000-04:00

#35: Did you know that you don’t have to change the interface of your current website in order to use ClubRunner?ClubRunner is able to provide you with a database administration and communication package to help your club manage all your behind the scenes tasks and duties. There’s no need to change your current website provider and we’ll work with you to implement a secure system while

Coming Soon: ClubRunner's Website Designer 2.0 BETA

2010-03-29T16:33:00.000-04:00

The wait is almost over - ClubRunner has revamped the club and district web pages to give you the flexibility to configure and personalize your site. With ClubRunner's Website Designer, build it how you want it and launch the website that will boost the image of your club or district.In three easy steps, you pick your theme, configure your layout, and add content – with no coding required. There

Week 34: Tip of the Week

2010-03-26T15:28:00.000-04:00

#34: Did you know that ClubRunner has a dedicated support team and resources to help you become a ClubRunner expert?We know that as a club member there are many responsibilities relating to ClubRunner. Seemingly, there’s not enough time to learn how to and get all the required tasks done, but we’ve made it easier for you to get all the information you need quickly and efficiently.We have a

Week 33: Tip of the Week

2010-03-19T09:25:00.000-04:00

#33: Did you know that the ClubRunner Network has thousands of service clubs and associations?ClubRunner serves a wide range of users spanning around the world in Rotary clubs, districts & zones, Kiwanis clubs, federal associations and many other service clubs. Each organization has their unique way of serving their community and ClubRunner is proud to be able to provide a complete and powerful

Keep your members informed with an eBulletin

2010-03-18T12:36:00.000-04:00

Your club is busy with tons of activities and has lots of information to share with members and friends. Although the goal is to increase traffic to your web site and get visitors to browse through and read through informative stories and news items, it helps to spark their interest by sending out a newsletter.The eBulletin is one of the most effective tools in meeting the challenge of public

Week 32: Tip of the Week

2010-03-12T15:24:00.000-05:00

#32: Did you know that ClubRunner now has 12 modules available to help your club manage your database administration and communication activities?ClubRunner has grown dramatically and we have incorporated much of the suggestions and feedback that we have received to make this the software solution of choice and get every task done in one application! For more information, click on each module

Week 31: Tip of the Week

2010-03-05T14:16:00.002-05:00

#31: Did you know that your district’s event calendar pulls in all events posted on their respective club calendars?You don’t have to worry whether your event is getting maximum exposure and advertised to the masses. If your district is online with ClubRunner, any event that your club publishes on the calendar can also be published on the District calendar. Members can register for events (if