Alumni Network

“Who should be included?” is one of the most frequently asked questions when launching a corporate alumni network. While culture plays a pivotal role, the best practice is to create an inclusive program that embraces a wide range of individuals.

The criteria for selecting an alumni software provider goes beyond its technical capabilities. A great vendor is also a partnership, and with all partnerships, you want to assess the fit from different angles and ensure there’s a mutual investment in the long-term success of your program.

Allowing your internal systems and your corporate alumni platform to connect and exchange information typically provides deeper and more useful insights, reduces manual tasks, and speeds up processes making your team and program more effective. Here’s a list of the most common questions we’ve come across.

Corporate Alumni Programs can have a measurably impact on a company’s brand recognition over time when the members feel engaged, appreciated, and have a sense of belonging and there’s a thoughtful content strategy in place.

What’s in a Name? Everything! If you’re starting a program from scratch (or rebranding an old one) consider expanding beyond alumni and getting creative.

Creating a corporate alumni advisory board can add value to your program and offer a chance for highly engaged members to take on some responsibility and ownership of their network. However, taking some time to design the program that makes it mutually beneficial is a worthwhile endeavor.

Building an online community is no easy feat. Even the most seasoned professional will run up against common barriers to success, and we’ve put together three solutions to set you and your community up for long-term growth and health.