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I am just throwing out a couple of ideas as a long time "lurker" turned supporter.
First, keep the site free, I cannot speak for everyone but this for me was the initial draw, a place to learn, discuss, buy, and sell.
Second , how about arrangements with local ranges as NWFA range day, open to both range members and the public with a percentage going to funding NWFA site? As an example, I live near Douglas Ridge, but have never used their facilities simply because I am unsure what they have to offer. An open partnership with a local range would give an opportunity for the range to aquire members while NWFA picks up a few bucks, plus it's an opportunity for members to meet each other.
Third, vendors discount. I am far from a business major but I do know people love discounts. Different membership levels get you various levels of discounts. Here is where I am lost without knowing the numbers.
Example:
Offer a "XX%" discount at Kurts for member level "XX". After "X" numbers of transactions have occurred Kurts ads run for free on the site. After a few purchases at participating shop the membership pays for itself, the business owner gains sales within margin and with enough sales receives free ads.
Everyone wins.
First, keep the site free, I cannot speak for everyone but this for me was the initial draw, a place to learn, discuss, buy, and sell.
Second , how about arrangements with local ranges as NWFA range day, open to both range members and the public with a percentage going to funding NWFA site? As an example, I live near Douglas Ridge, but have never used their facilities simply because I am unsure what they have to offer. An open partnership with a local range would give an opportunity for the range to aquire members while NWFA picks up a few bucks, plus it's an opportunity for members to meet each other.
Third, vendors discount. I am far from a business major but I do know people love discounts. Different membership levels get you various levels of discounts. Here is where I am lost without knowing the numbers.
Example:
Offer a "XX%" discount at Kurts for member level "XX". After "X" numbers of transactions have occurred Kurts ads run for free on the site. After a few purchases at participating shop the membership pays for itself, the business owner gains sales within margin and with enough sales receives free ads.
Everyone wins.