Members who engage, renew.

Drive renewals. Grow revenue.

Engaged members renew. Disconnected members don't. It's that simple.

A personalized app for members keeps your association top of mind all year long. Not just during conference week. Not just when dues are due. Every single day.

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Guidebook for Associations

Built for the full event journey

From pre-event buzz to post-event takeaways, Guidebook helps you deliver memorable event experiences from start to finish.

How to **increase member engagement**

Mobile apps give members instant access to value. Industry resources, networking opportunities, event updates, community discussions. When members see ongoing value, they stay members. That's how you drive membership renewals and grow revenue.

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The best tool for **member engagement**

Features planners rely on and attendees can't resist.

Association engagement platform trusted by membership organizations nationwide

Take your event from forgettable to fan-favorite with features like interactive maps, gamification, and push notifications that actually get read.

Year-round member connection

Keep members engaged between events. Not just conference week, all year long.

Drive membership renewals

Engaged members renew. Give them reasons to stay connected, and they'll stay members.

Engage remote members

Distance doesn't mean disconnection. Reach members wherever they are.

Boost event participation

Members who feel connected show up. Turn passive members into active participants.

Build community

Give members a place to connect, share, and support each other.

Personalized member experience

Each member gets content relevant to them. No more one-size-fits-all.

Mobile-first access

Members check their phones 96 times a day. Be where they already are.

Track what's working

See which content drives engagement. Double down on what members actually use.

Personalized Schedules

Attendees build their own agenda in seconds

Interactive Maps

Visual guides to help everyone find their way

Push Notifications

Real-time updates right when they’re needed most

Speaker & Session Details

Bios, topics, and times within easy reach

In-App Messaging & Networking

Connect, chat, and meet right from the app

Live Polls & Surveys

Boost participation with live, in-the-moment interaction

QR Code Check-In

Fast, contactless entry that keeps lines moving

Custom Branding

Your brand, your vibe. Everywhere.

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How **associations** grow engagement

See how leading associations use mobile apps to keep members connected, drive renewals, and build stronger communities year-round.

CIVSA

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CIVSA Saves Thousands Of Dollars By Swapping Paper For A Mobile App

CIVSA hosts 600+ attendees at its annual conference. Before Guidebook, each attendee received a 60-page book with event information.
With Guidebook, CIVSA was able to:
- Build an app to replace all 36,000 pages of printed materials. This resulted in over $5000 savings in printing costs.
- Use the app as a one-stop resource for event info, local recommendations, and maps.
- Keep everyone in the loop with push notifications.
CIVSA Saves Thousands Of Dollars By Swapping Paper For A Mobile App

UPCEA

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Increased Engagement, While Cutting Costs

The UPCEA Annual Conference wanted to increase attendee engagement while reducing printed materials. Partnering with Guidebook, they developed a flexible and user-friendly mobile app that provided real-time updates, personalized schedules, and interactive maps.

- 80%+ of attendees used the app in year 1, beating their expectations! This allowed them to plan further printing reductions in year 2.
- 100% of speakers uploaded additional resources directly into the app, improving the overall attendee experience and providing easy access to presentations and helpful links after the event.
Increased Engagement, While Cutting Costs

DECA

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The Distributive Education Clubs of America

During the pandemic, DECA was forced to transform its flagship event to a virtual format. With Guidebook, they built an app that turned the event into a comprehensive virtual hub. The app helped members stay informed and engaged throughout the event.

- 17,000+ student members engaged during the event using DECA’s app.
- Utilizing push notifications and schedule-building features, DECA provided a streamlined and organized event experience, ensuring participants had access to all competitions, sessions, and resources.
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The YMCA

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Conference organizers for a 1,000­ person national expo got people participating in unprecedented ways

Conference organizers for a 1,000­ person national expo got people participating in unprecedented ways. Their association app features:

- A shared photo album added fun and spontaneity to an event meant to inspire
- Twitter integration caused the event hashtag to trend nationally
- 98% of attendees found the app useful and easy to use
Conference organizers for a 1,000­ person national expo got people participating in unprecedented ways

YMCA MI & OH YG

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YMCA MI & OH YG

As a nonprofit focused on the youth in Michigan and Ohio, YMCA MI & OH YG relies on their custom space to organize guides for its conferences in both states. App users are able to quickly find a guide by region and stay engaged, thanks to features like:CIVSA hosts 600+ attendees at its annual conference. Before Guidebook, each attendee received a 60-page book with event information. With Guidebook, CIVSA built an app to replace all printed materials.

Schedule tracks
Interactive maps
Personalized schedules
Social media integration
YMCA MI & OH YG

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Associations that keep members engaged see higher renewal rates and stronger communities. Give your members a reason to stay.

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“It was an absolute 10. Students were incredibly engaged in the guide and made communication with them so easy. Thank you for meeting with me prior to the event to go over the attendance manager role, everything went smoothly.”
Scripps College
The College of Scripps
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“We went from 200 hours and 5 staff members to just 25 hours and 1 person - compared with creating a website and printed programs.”
Kristin Sargeant
Enhancer of the student & alumni experience at the University of Edinburgh
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