Learning doesn’t only happen in classrooms, courses, or webinars.Some of the most valuable learning happens when professionals come together to share experiences, solve problems, and learn from each other in real time. That’s the idea behind a community of practice…
Every association creates content.Newsletters, blogs, reports, event promotions, learning materials, social posts, policy updates. And yet, many teams quietly ask the same question:Why isn’t our content getting the engagement we hoped for? It’s rarely because the content isn’t useful.More often,…
For decades, learning recognition in associations looked simple: a printed certificate handed out at the end of a course, a workshop, or a conference.But members’ expectations have changed — and so has the world of work. Today, professionals want credentials…
Every association has the same challenge: members want quick answers, personalised support, and round-the-clock availability — but most teams don’t have the capacity to respond instantly to every question. Enter AI-powered chatbots. They’re fast, they’re available 24/7, and they’re improving…
Every association knows the pressure of membership retention.New members take effort and cost to acquire, but keeping them? That’s where long-term stability and growth come from. Yet many organisations still rely on gut feeling or late-stage signals — like an…
Every community needs its champions — those people whose ideas spark conversation, whose work uplifts a sector, and whose voice brings clarity to complex challenges. In the the membership world, the Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals index does precisely…
Contributed by Arc International, with insights from Membership World Event planning in 2025 is more complex than ever — especially for associations, unions, charities, and membership organisations. Whether you’re hosting an AGM, annual conference, fundraiser, or hybrid seminar, the risks…
By Steve Charles Can Membership Organisations Survive? The digital revolution has changed almost everything about how we connect, consume information, and do business. With online communities thriving and AI-powered tools promising instant answers and tailored recommendations, the value proposition of…
By Roland Sadler CIP The past few years have transformed how associations engage with their members. Remote working,hybrid events, digital fatigue, and evolving member expectations have made it harder than ever tomaintain active, loyal communities. For professional associations, member-based charities,…
By Gordon Glenister Networking events create powerful opportunities for career advancement, knowledge exchange, and meaningful connections. Yet, many professionals attend these events without a clear strategy, leading to missed opportunities. Approaching networking events with a structured plan ensures you gain…
