Memberwise Recognised Suppliers have best practice examples to share. So here we present articles written by commercial suppliers to the membership sector.

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So what makes the Network different? Our members tell us it is because we have created a thriving community. A community that is fully inclusive. We include membership professionals, sector experts, influencers, thought leaders and providers. Although we take our work seriously, we know how to have fun at the same time! We support over 8,000 individuals working in over 3,000 organisations. We work with more than 170 Recognised Suppliers to provide our resources.

Are Membership Services Really That Niche? Why Understanding Member Value Still Reigns Supreme in the Age of Automation

2025-04-17T13:47:05+01:00Thursday, 17 April, 2025|Categories: Member Value, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

In a digital-first world where automation is king, the membership sector can often be seen as playing catch-up. With a seemingly infinite array of tools at our fingertips—CRMs, omnichannel platforms, AI, analytics dashboards—it’s tempting to assume that membership services are just another arm of customer service. But those of us who live and breathe [...]

Personalisation and Privacy: Striking the Right Balance

2025-04-15T10:59:06+01:00Tuesday, 15 April, 2025|Categories: Member Data, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

How to balance tailored experiences with rigorous data protection. In today’s crowded digital landscape, membership organisations face a tough challenge. They must stand out and remain relevant, even when competing against digital consumer experiences from organisations with vastly larger tech budgets. Whether you’re looking to enhance engagement or simply ensure that your data practices [...]

Using Data Insights to Future-Proof Member Value: Lessons from the BDA

2025-04-05T18:39:12+01:00Saturday, 5 April, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Are you struggling to keep pace with ever-evolving member needs while ensuring your organisation remains competitive and relevant? Drawing on the practical lessons from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) case study, we share how harnessing membership data can pinpoint emerging challenges and drive transformative change in your support and engagement strategies. Discover how a [...]

Membership Solutions Day Hailed a Success!

2025-04-04T14:30:32+01:00Friday, 4 April, 2025|Categories: Membership Strategy, MemberWise, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

MemberWise Solutions Day (3 April 2025, Novotel London West) provided valuable insights and practical strategies to help membership organisations navigate evolving challenges and opportunities, focusing on member engagement, digital transformation, and commercial innovation. Rich Gott, Chair of MemberWise (www.memberwise.org.uk), opened the day by addressing critical sustainability concerns faced by the sector. He highlighted that [...]

‘Do you mind if we just record this meeting?’

2025-03-20T15:11:04+00:00Thursday, 20 March, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

I mean it is hard to say no right? As ‘no’ might be seen as a negative, a red flag, a ‘hold on, I will just hide my personal collection of nuclear weapons behind me’ moment! To most … the recording often means there will be an outcome, for you, for me, for them. [...]

The Top 5 Challenges Facing UK Professional Societies—and How Modern Membership Software Can Help

2025-03-20T15:25:05+00:00Thursday, 20 March, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Apparently, I'm Sainsbury's second-largest buyer of Chicken Tonight. My top track for 2022 was "Let's Dance" by The Spooky Men's Chorale (although it dropped to third place the following year). Last year, I was among the top 3% of learners on Duolingo. So, in this data-centric world, what do you know about your members, and [...]

Why AI is the future of membership knowledge (& how to get it right)

2025-03-18T15:53:31+00:00Tuesday, 18 March, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

If you work in a membership organisation, you already know the pain. Members need answers—about CPD requirements, industry standards, event bookings, or how to renew their membership. But where do they go? For many, it’s straight to your inbox or a phone call to your team. Despite all the carefully curated content, FAQs, and [...]

A Guide to Creating a Successful Membership Newsletter

2025-03-12T11:07:29+00:00Wednesday, 12 March, 2025|Categories: Member Engagement & Retention, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Starting a newsletter may seem like a daunting task, but it can be an incredibly effective tool to engage with your members. There are several benefits to publishing a newsletter, such as keeping members informed of upcoming events, sharing community news, and providing industry updates, all conveniently compiled in one publication. A newsletter serves [...]

Stop searching, start knowing: how AI unlocks membership knowledge

2025-02-24T10:37:31+00:00Sunday, 23 February, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Membership organisations generate a huge amount of valuable knowledge—years of reports, research, policies, and best practices. But when someone actually needs that information? It’s often impossible to find. Sound familiar? Members email and phone with questions that should be easily answered—but can’t find the information themselves. Staff waste hours digging through PDFs, emails, and [...]

Data-Driven Strategies to Future-Proof Your Association’s Membership Retention

2025-02-19T15:15:54+00:00Wednesday, 19 February, 2025|Categories: Membership Strategy, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

In today’s economic climate, professional associations face an unprecedented challenge: maintaining strong membership numbers whilst their members grapple with mounting cost-of-living pressures. As discretionary spending comes under scrutiny, membership subscriptions often find themselves on the chopping block. However, there’s a science to ensuring your association doesn’t become a casualty of budget cuts. Understanding the [...]

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