Tip of the Week!

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 library or can choose to upload an image from your computer. To embed videos, click on the 'embed from YouTube' button and paste the appropriate code.

Customize and Configure your eBulletin with the Dynamic Bulletin!

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 content you want to share from your website.

The Dynamic Bulletin 2.0 Features:

- Customizable Banner Graphics & Headers: You will have the ability to upload your own custom banner header image or design your header using 2 logos and formatted text.
- Flexible Layouts & Custom Widgets: Your eBulletin will no longer have a static look and feel to it. This feature will allow you to design your eBulletin in the same way that you would design your home page with Website Designer 2.0. You will be able to decide which components to display on your eBulletin and where!
- Custom Content Widgets: Not only will you be able to display multiple widgets on your eBulletin but you will also have the opportunity to create and display customized content such as announcements, images, about the club blurbs, large graphics, and more.

You will find the Dynamic Bulletin editor under the ‘Club eBulletin’ section in the admin screen. We will port over all your bulletin content to the new designer and select a default layout to get you started so you will not have to worry about converting your content. Get ready to give your weekly newsletter a major overhaul!

For any assistance, please contact our support department by e-mailing support@clubrunner.ca

ClubRunner Boot Camp Session 2011!

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 new subscriber or have been using ClubRunner for years, this webinar will answer any questions you may have.

• Learn how you can design a dynamic website to promote your Club, events and Rotary
  Manage your Club roster and find out how easy it is to manage and update member information


• Create and manage Club events and activities


• Generate various Club reports


• Design an amazing newsletter and send it with ease using ClubRunner


• Effectively use the Attendance module to track and manage your weekly club attendance


• Manage funds and create invoices


• Turn on RI Integration to automate member updates between ClubRunner's database and RI's Member Access Portal


• ...and much more!

You will have an opportunity to chat with the panelists and ask as many questions as you like about any of the ClubRunner features and modules! Space is limited so reserve your seat today!

The first ClubRunner Boot Camp session is scheduled for Wednesday, August 10 at 2:00pm EDT followed by the next session on Thursday, September 15 at 3:00pm. To register, please click here.

Tip of the Week!

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’. You will be able to see whether an update was successful or not and the reasons why if it wasn’t. If a manual e-mail was sent with the member information, you will be able to see the date sent. Found under the Membership tab on the top menu, the default view is for all members, however you can select a specific member from the drop down option. Please note, that only members with updates will be found in this drop down list.

Tip of the Week!

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 icon.

Should you wish to change the favicon or personalize it further, click on Start Designer in the Website Designer 2.0 section and navigate to ‘Edit Favicon Logo’, found on the top menu bar. Upload your .ico file from your computer and click on save.

Recently released, this feature is just an additional way we are enabling our customers to customize their ClubRunner experience. For further assistance, please contact our support department by e-mailing support@clubrunner.ca.

Tip of the Week!

#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, you can do so by creating a custom content box. 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 images and text.

2011 Rotary International Convention - Recap!

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! ClubRunner Champions joined the team as they happily shared their experiences and best practices with current as well as up-and-coming customers.

The ClubRunner team had an amazing time meeting all of our customers and listening to all of their wonderful suggestions. We also had the opportunity to meet with Peter Markos, Chief Information Officer and General Manager of Rotary International about the future of Rotary as well as the importance of Social Media within Rotary. ClubRunner is proud to have been the first vendor to have integrated its database with Rotary International and is excited to continue to work closely with Rotary International on this and other projects.

On May 25th, we had our loyal customers join us at the launch party to celebrate the release of the ClubRunner Mobile App. As we held live demonstrations to highlight the app, many customers helped one another download the app on to their phones. We were ecstatic to see that the Mobile App was an instant hit! In fact, the download statistics tripled during the convention!

Thank you to everyone who visited the ClubRunner booth and made this event memorable! Your feedback is important to us and we appreciated all of your suggestions. We'll be adding pictures and videos from the convention soon! Do you have pictures or memories you want to share with the ClubRunner Team? Join the conversation and get connected on our Facebook Fan Page!

Visit us at our Booth at the 2011 RI Convention!

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 Team


• Raffle draws for one-year free ClubRunner subscriptions


• Meet & greet celebration for all ClubRunner users, and so much more!

There will be lots to do and to see during this power packed, 5 day event! Each day of this event, we will hold sessions at our booth to familiarize you with ClubRunner. View our sessions schedule by clicking here.

We look forward to meeting you tomorrow!

Introducing ClubRunner's New Mobile App!

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, you will have the ability to browse through your member directory, view the latest feed of home page stories and even locate the nearest clubs that are within a specified range of your current location, right from your iPhone or iPod. Best of all, it is completely free! To learn more about the Mobile App and for instructions on how to download it, click here.

Currently only available for the iPhone, iPod and iPad, we will soon be releasing our Mobile App for Blackberry and Android phones as well.

Happy Easter!

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