By Cygnul It can be hard not to get swept away in the tide of seemingly infinite membership associations, and harder still to stand out from the crowd when trying to interact with and retain members. A simple way to…
By Gordon Glenister The best events for association are those that align with their mission, engage their members and provide real value in terms of education, networking and professional development. Regularly soliciting feedback from members can help associations tailor their…
By Cvent Planning a large-scale conference is a big undertaking. It requires time, patience, energy, and thinking ahead. In this blog, we cover some key tips for planning a large-scale conference. Common objectives of a large-scale conference Planning checklist: 1. Build…
By Steve Charles, The Membership Doctor, founder of Member Boost In this article we will look at one of the key reasons why achieving membership objectives can be so challenging. The fact is that a lack of teamwork between the organisation…
By Jorge Da Silva Social media isn’t just a tool for personal connections; it’s a powerful platform for organisations to engage with their audience, build community, and drive growth. For associations, utilising social media effectively can mean the difference between…
By Emma Hood When organising any kind of event, it is sometimes assumed certain parties require partial details of the event and not all stakeholders are given a full overview of what is trying to be achieved. It is an…
By Russell Franks, CEO – iFINITY Ltd Our Royal Colleges guide professional development in society’s most critical fields. They provide leadership in professional training, certification, policy, regulation, and professional development, all of which are essential to civil society. In his…
By Indusface Almost 2 in 5 (38%) professionals have admitted to sharing personal data with AI platforms, without their employer’s permission. While employees may think this is not a big deal, sensitive data should not be shared with AI tools…
While membership dues provide a stable income stream, relying solely on them can be limiting. Non-dues revenue offers an opportunity to grow financial resources, enhance member services, and invest in future initiatives. Below, are some ideas to help your association…
After over thirty years of working with associations, I have learned much about the challenges of selecting and maintaining technology. For 31 years, iFINITY has partnered with many leading associations, from Royal Colleges to Trade Associations. During that time, I…