Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals

Recognising the leaders shaping the future of associations, charities, unions, and membership communities around the world.

Top 100 Most Influential Membership Professionals 2025

Celebrating the changemakers shaping the future of associations, charities, unions, and membership communities around the world.

We’re proud to announce the launch of the first-ever Membership World: Most Influential Membership Professional Index — a global recognition of the individuals using social media to lead, inspire, and innovate within the membership sector.

This is your opportunity to nominate the people whose online presence is driving meaningful conversations, sharing valuable insights, and raising the profile of membership-based organisations everywhere.

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What is the Index?

Member engagement and growth

This index recognises professionals who are driving meaningful engagement and growing their member communities. Whether it’s through new initiatives, retention strategies, or inclusive programming, they’re elevating the membership experience.
Thought leadership and education

Teams will collaborate, research, and structure their strategies in a hands-on working session. Mentors and industry experts will be available to provide guidance and feedback.

Advocacy, innovation, and inclusion

We’re celebrating those who champion diversity, equity, and innovation within their organisations and beyond. These professionals are using their voice to push boundaries and represent underheard perspectives in the industry.
Consistent influence on LinkedIn and beyond

Social presence matters — the Index honours professionals who are active, visible, and influential across platforms, especially LinkedIn. Their content drives awareness, inspires action, and connects communities globally.

Who Can Be Nominated?

Anyone who meets the following criteria:

Works in a membership-related role (e.g. Director, Manager, Officer)
Has at least 3,000 followers on LinkedIn
Uses a personal, not company, profile
Actively contributes to the membership sector through online presence

Key Dates

Nominations close: June 30, 2025
Top 100 announced: September 2025

Are You Ready to Recognize Someone?

Celebrating the changemakers shaping the future of associations, charities, unions, and membership communities around the world.

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Top 100 Most Influential 2025 Submissions

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I agree that the person nominated is in a membership role and has over 3,000 followers on LinkedIn

Yes, the nominated person has 3,000 followers or more.

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Recognising the leaders shaping the future of associations, charities, unions, and membership communities around the world.