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Membership Trends for 2025

2025-02-03T16:28:32+00:00Monday, 3 February, 2025|Categories: Member Data, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Introduction  Member acquisition and retention will undergo exciting changes in 2025. Leading membership associations are prioritising dynamic membership experiences that support personalised interactions. This means members can now access robust engagement ecosystems that deliver tangible value right away. Trends like this are shaping the future of member loyalty. 5 Crucial Membership Trends for 2025 [...]

Managing Trade Associations in a Transforming Workforce: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategies

2025-01-31T16:04:36+00:00Friday, 31 January, 2025|Categories: Membership Strategy, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Trade associations are an essential part of the UK economy. They represent businesses across various sectors and act as the collective voice for their members. An estimated 400–500 trade associations in the UK have full-time staff, and over 1,000 smaller organisations may operate without dedicated staff. Collectively, these associations play a pivotal role in [...]

10 Things to Consider if You’re Planning a Rebrand for your Membership Organisation

2025-01-30T10:59:48+00:00Thursday, 30 January, 2025|Categories: Membership Strategy, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Rebranding is one of the most significant moves a membership organisation can undertake. It’s not just about changing a logo; it’s a journey to redefine who you are, realign with your values, and ensure that your brand remains relevant to evolving audiences. Whether you’re a decades-old institution or a growing community group, rebranding presents [...]

Seeking relevancy in the face of competition

2025-01-28T20:39:45+00:00Tuesday, 28 January, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

The DeepSeek news landed the same time as many of us are getting our annual professional body renewal letters through the post. I have been a member since 2010 with my Institute and they kindly told me of all the wonderful things they have done over 2024, that they had an exciting future and [...]

Harnessing AI for membership organisations: The time to act is now

2025-01-16T09:56:23+00:00Thursday, 16 January, 2025|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept confined to tech companies and futuristic visions. It is rapidly transforming industries, education, and public services, promising unparalleled opportunities for efficiency and growth. The recent UK Government announcement on the strategic use of AI to boost economic growth and streamline public services underlines the significance of [...]

Member Feedback: Creating a Continuous Improvement Loop

2025-01-14T09:12:14+00:00Monday, 13 January, 2025|Categories: Member Engagement & Retention, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Imagine a vibrant membership association where every member's voice is heard and appreciated. Sounds like a dream, doesn't it? However, that's not quite the case. It's a foundation for a thriving community of like-minded people. Member feedback is the lifeblood of growth and innovation. So you'd better make that count.  How can you transform [...]

Leveraging AI Over Christmas: The Twelve Days of AI-Mas

2024-12-11T14:03:11+00:00Wednesday, 11 December, 2024|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

The 2024 Christmas holiday presents a unique opportunity for strategic AI thinking within your organisation. Often the season offers a rare opportunity to pause, reflect, and strategise for the year ahead. For membership-led organisations, this time can be invaluable for rethinking how to manage and maximise the wealth of information they handle daily. Enter [...]

Baku-To The Future: The increased role of membership organisations in the COP process

2024-12-08T11:19:16+00:00Sunday, 8 December, 2024|Categories: Membership Strategy, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

What is a COP and why does it matter? Conferences of the Parties (COPs) are critical forums for global action. These annual meetings bring together world leaders, policy makers, scientists, businesses, and activists to address the most pressing environmental issues of our time, set goals, share innovations and hold each other accountable. COPs are [...]

Discover Digital ‘How To’ Series – How to Integrate Social Media with Your CRM

2024-12-08T10:46:40+00:00Sunday, 8 December, 2024|Categories: Membership Digital Transformation, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

Social media is a powerhouse for member engagement, communication, and brand visibility. For membership organisations, integrating social media with your CRM system is no longer optional, it’s essential for building deeper member relationships and streamlining operations. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits, steps, tools, and real-world examples of integrating social media with your [...]

Is the cost of living a crisis for professional bodies?

2024-11-28T15:44:11+00:00Thursday, 28 November, 2024|Categories: Member Engagement & Retention, MemberWise Recognised Supplier|

“Cost” has and will always be a factor in an individual’s decision making, and for professional bodies and membership organisations it still remains a key reason for member resignations. With the most recent cost of living crisis, questions around subscription fees and the affordability of services have become even more prevalent. In our experience, [...]

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