[MW #06] Membership World Roadshow UK 2026, Fresh Resources & Opportunities

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This week's edition brings together what's coming up, what leaders are learning, and the ideas shaping membership right now. Here's what's inside:

📅 The Membership World Roadshow United Kingdom 2026 is coming to Birmingham, Manchester, London, and Glasgow! Connect, learn, and grow with association leaders across the UK.

🎧 Hear from Chris Jones, CEO of England Athletics, as he shares insights on navigating the pandemic and inspiring participation through the Run Together campaign.

📰 Discover our latest insights on curated events, AI-driven data, and the value of certification.

🌟 Meet CiviPlus — your all-in-one partner, helping third sector organisations manage data, fundraising, membership programmes, and awards more efficiently.

💼 Explore the latest career opportunities shaping the membership and association landscape.

Scroll down for this week's latest insights, updates, and opportunities!

📅 What’s Coming Up

The first-ever Membership World Roadshow United Kingdom 2026 is heading to Birmingham, Manchester, London, and Glasgow! Join top association leaders for an exclusive day of insights, workshops, and networking designed to elevate your membership strategy. Use the code EARLYBIRD to secure your pass at the best rate.

Here's what's next on the calendar:

• January 21, 2:00 – 3:00 PM GMT
  Rethinking the ROI of Learning: The True Cost of Strategic vs. Budget Decision-Making with Sasha El-Halwani. Register here.

• January 29, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: Birmingham. Register here.

• February 3, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: Manchester. Register here.

• February 5, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: London. Register here.

• February 10, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: Glasgow. Register here.

🎧 This Week on the Podcast

Podcasts continue to thrive as a powerful tool for thought leadership. Hear from Chris Jones, CEO of England Athletics, as he shares how he navigated the pandemic — adapting online training and coaching, supporting members, employees, and volunteers, and inspiring participation through the Run Together campaign.

📰 Articles Worth Reading

• Is Your Data Ready for AI to Deliver Real Value? Read here.

• Is Certification Still Valuable in a Skills-Driven World? Read here.

🌟 Vetted Partner Spotlight

Behind every successful membership organisation are partners who know how to make things work smarter. Our vetted partners are trusted experts helping associations elevate their strategy, technology, and member experience.

This week, meet CiviPlus — a powerful, easy-to-use platform helping third sector organisations understand their data, manage fundraising, run membership programmes, and distribute awards and grants — all in one place to make achieving your goals simpler and more effective.

💼 Opportunities & Open Roles

• Business Development Manager – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Head of Operations – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Membership Services Advisor – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Membership Relationship Manager – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Head of Project – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Events Producer – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

Connect with association leaders worldwide and grow together as you shape what's next for membership.

Thanks for reading — enjoy the end of the year, and see you in January!

The Membership World Team
www.membershipworld.com