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Radiohead has been happily using Ning since 2008 to transform traffic into fan loyalty and action. Mel Maxwell, w.a.s.t.e. Central
Waste Central

How does Waste Central use Ning?

Radiohead uses Ning to create Waste Central, a digital hub to fuel fan following. This social community has become a haven for true Radiohead enthusiasts to connect with the band, see up-to-date band tour listings and even create their own remixes.

  • Blog Create rich content and solicit feedback to keep fans engaged
  • Videos Feature band interviews and behind-the-scenes footage
  • Photo Gallery Capture the excitement from music festivals and live concerts
  • Third Party Integration Easily integrate with custom music players and create branded merchandise
  • 77,000

    Passionate fans connected worldwide

  • 6,140

    Blog posts contributed by community members

  • 91,000

    Photos uploaded by the artists and their excited fans

Fulham FC Cottage Corner

How does Fulham Football Club use Ning?

The Fulham Football Club created its official social destination on Ning to bring fans together and grow excitement for the team. In this virtual Craven Cottage stadium, members share statistics, discuss upcoming matches, chat live on player prospects and show off their own football skills.

  • Social Sign-In Make sign in easy for members with Facebook, Google, and Yahoo!
  • Live Chat Enable members to talk about matches, live
  • Forums Members “decode” match actions, share tips on purchasing tickets and more
  • Videos A platform for fans to engage and show off season highlights and football skills
  • 8,400+

    Fans connected to their favorite football club

  • 70+

    Groups dedicated to connecting Fulham fans around the world

  • 27,000+

    Deep discussion topics created around Fulham and the sport

Our members share and gain peer feedback in a friendly, secure and safe atmosphere on Ning. Karen Jinks, UK Handmade
UK Handmade

How does the UK Handmade use Ning?

UK Handmade aims to provide advice and support to small creative handmade business owners from all over the UK. Here, talented artists and craftspeople can showcase their handmade products, network with other artists, and most importantly, collaborate.

  • Photo Gallery Display new products and generate excitement for new works made
  • Forums Provide the podium for artists to explore, share, and discuss
  • Events Broadcast upcoming workshops, exhibitions and trade fairs
  • Open Platform Connect to Amazon’s bookshop to create a new revenue stream
  • 39,000

    Photos of finished projects uploaded

  • 617

    Discussion forums created by members

  • 3,130+

    Active members contributing in the community

Choosing the Ning platform to build the network on was a no brainer. Street dancers are now connecting and being discovered on this growing social site. Dominic Campion, Street Dancers
Street Dancers

How does Street Dancers use Ning?

Street Dancers uses Ning to create the world’s first and only street dancers network. This social destination has become the launch pad for street dancers to increase their profile, launch new classes, feature dance studios and stay informed on local auditions.

  • Blogs, Forums, & Groups Enable in-depth discussions on topics ranging from audition to new dance class
  • Events Showcase upcoming local happenings
  • Broadcast Message Send the latest news and information to members regularly
  • Birthday Alert Track and celebrate members’ birthdays to create a sense of community
  • 3,700+

    Number of active community members

  • 9,000+

    Uploaded photos of dancers who love what
    they do

  • 1,000+

    Videos of performances around the world

Ning is revolutionising the way metal detectors, collectors and enthusiasts connect online, organizing research and community efforts to build up a much better understanding of the history of Britain and Europe. James Balme, World Metal Detecting Community
World Metal Detector Community

How does World Metal Detecting Community use Ning?

The World Metal Detecting Community enables amateur and professional explorers to share their findings of hidden treasure in the UK and from all over the world. In this Ning powered community, members share their discoveries and become a resource to one another.

  • Blog Broadcast new discoveries and findings
  • Videos Feature contributions of the week from members and TV shows
  • Member Database Find historical projects and like-minded people from around the world
  • Forum Interactive way for archaeologists, historians and future explorers to learn from each other
  • 5,881

    Rich photos of historical finds ranging from prehistoric to Roman coinage

  • 240+

    Television features focused on preserving our past for the future

  • 313

    Blog posts highlighting topics ranging from today’s dig to complete trip reports

Ning provides the simple tools we need to bring these fascinating stylish vintage fans together. Sarah Woodhead, Queens of Vintage
Queens of Vintage

How does Queens of Vintage use Ning?

Queens of Vintage, the first daily vintage glossy, celebrates vintage fashion, beauty and interior style. Through Ning, it has created the space for vintage lovers around the world to guide each other through a land of unique treasures and to get fabulous style advice.

  • Social Integration Integrate with Twitter and Facebook to relay the power of the community to the social sphere
  • Engagement System Automatically identify and showcase popular members and content
  • Forums Readers and magazine staff share perspectives and exchange ideas
  • Groups Foster deep conversations around specific topics
  • 1,300+

    Passionate vintage advocates

  • 116

    Retro workshops and vintage events promoted

  • 4,700+

    Vintage styles and retro moments captured by the community

Ning provides a cutting edge social platform that is constantly evolving and improving, enabling us to provide our members with the total solution for their business networking. Startup Biz
Startup Biz

How does Startup Biz use Ning?

Startup Biz helps small business owners in the UK and elsewhere to succeed with a wealth of information on making money, marketing, and the latest industry news all from peers in the business community.

  • Forums Discuss project ideas, tips, and tricks
  • User Profiles Find your next business partner, investor or key employee
  • Photos and videos Dynamically show the impact of your business to others
  • Connections Network with like-minded business people and learn from one another
  • 75,750

    Active community members

  • 1,465

    Groups providing and sharing advice on small business solutions

  • 2x

    Featured in The Wall Street Journal

Ning's scalable platform allows our members to archive their works of art and learn from the rest of the community. Phil Davies, iDraw And Paint
I Draw and Paint

How does iDraw And Paint use Ning?

I Draw and Paint is a thriving metropolis of amateur artists. In this collaborative community, artists from beginners to seasoned art teachers are encouraged to share their portfolio, gather feedback in a supportive environment and improve artistic skills.

  • Inspiration Interactive centre for community to share tips and experience with different mediums
  • Contests Host monthly challenges to inspire creativity
  • Support Gather constructive feedback on your portfolio from a trusted community
  • Connections Network with like-minded artists, share knowledge and learn from one another
  • 9,000

    Amateur artists inspired to improve their skills

  • 230+

    “How to” tutorial videos created by members

  • 98,000+

    Photos in a rich gallery of artwork shared by the community

Ning's impact on education has been profound, showing the potential educational networking has to transform professional learning. Steve Hargadon, Classroom 2.0
Classroom 2.0

How does Classroom 2.0 use Ning?

Classroom 2.0 is a virtual faculty lounge for educators. Members can discover how new technologies are being used in classrooms, join groups for deeper dialogues on specific topics and network with like-minded teachers.

  • Forums Provide the podium to explore, share, and discuss
  • Photo Gallery Bring educational projects to life
  • YouTube Integration Provide a seamless, rich media experience
  • Social Sign-In Make sign-in easy for members with Facebook, Twitter, Google and Yahoo!
  • 1st

    Runner up for Best Webinar Series, 2010 Edublog Awards

  • 216

    Countries represented by a diverse group of educators

  • 700

    Groups for topics ranging from mobile learning to cyber security

Our customers love the NSN Performance Network. By using the Ning tool set, our network is the best place for people motivated to make a positive change in their lives to meet and learn from each other. Mike Webb, NSN Performance Network
NSN Performance Network

How does NSN Performance Network use Ning?

Natural Sport Nutrition, the company behind natural convenient meals uses Ning to introduce its brand to health and environmentally conscious people. By providing a central place for those interested in fitness and health, it creates an evergreen channel to keep its brand top of mind.

  • Revenue Steams Run advertising and sponsorships to generate revenue
  • Social Sign-In Make sign-in easy for members with Facebook, Google and Yahoo!
  • Groups Have deep discussions on topics ranging from body building to youth diets
  • Member Database Collect emails and member information for newsletter
  • 2,000+

    Active members contributing in the community

  • 5,447

    Photos uploaded by the community

  • 97

    Groups formed, making an impact on sport, fitness and the bodybuilding community

We’re connecting Andrea’s biggest fans and supporters worldwide, and Ning makes that experience a reality. Stefano Scozzese, Nerocreativo S.r.l. (Andrea Bocelli Community)
Andrea Bocelli Community

How does Andrea Bocelli Community use Ning?

The Andrea Bocelli community brings together fans of the world’s most beloved Italian tenor. Fans can check out videos of the artist, download music from the iTunes music store, and purchase merchandise.

  • Third-Party App Integration Create a visual map of the worldwide fan base
  • Social Sign-In Make sign in frictionless for fans using Facebook, Google, and Yahoo!
  • Revenue Generation Seamlessly integrate advertising, merchandise and fan marketplaces
  • Buzz Enable members to discuss upcoming shows to generate excitement
  • 163

    Countries representing nearly 10,000 fans worldwide

  • 54

    Events publicised to passionate fan members

  • 4,000

    Photos uploaded from concerts around the world

Ning’s platform has enabled a mouth-piece and voice for 4,500+ people in London to make environmental change happen. Mark Shearer, Project Dirt
Project Dirt

How does Project Dirt use Ning?

Project Dirt is an inclusive community with one goal in mind – help people and organizations collaborate to make green change happen. In this project-based network, members are mobilised to make an impact by learning from real people doing real projects.

  • Connections Find green projects, events and volunteers
  • Online Action Allow supporters to share new projects near you by integrating with geo-tagged maps
  • Open Platform Seamlessly bring in third party applications to archive supporting project documents
  • Collaboration Create project-based groups for organizations and volunteers to work together
  • 910x

    Community grew from 5 to 4,570 members organically in 3 years

  • 618

    Environment projects in action

  • £55,000

    Raised to-date from a range of Trusts, companies and local authorities

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