[MW #08] Membership World Roadshow UK 2026, Fresh Resources & Opportunities

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The membership landscape doesn’t stand still. And neither do you.

This edition brings together what’s ahead, what leaders are questioning, and the conversations shaping modern membership. Here’s what’s inside:

📅 The Membership World Roadshow UK 2026 is moving into its next phase — Manchester and Glasgow are up next. Join senior association leaders for a full day of practical strategy, interactive sessions, and meaningful networking.

🎧 On the podcast, James Thorne, CEO of the Institute of Quarrying, and Sarah Fry, Head of Membership and Marketing, share how launching a mobile app strengthened engagement and delivered measurable impact.

📰 Dive into fresh insights on choosing the right LMS, the evolving value of certification in a skills-driven world, and whether your data is truly ready for AI.

🌟 Meet Compuco — the digital partner helping socially responsible organisations simplify systems, improve processes, and free up teams to focus on what matters most.

💼 Explore new opportunities across events, policy, marketing, training, and membership leadership.

Scroll down to catch up on what’s coming up, what’s worth reading, and where the sector is heading next!

📅 What’s Coming Up

The Membership World Roadshow UK 2026 is halfway done, find the support from people here! With great support and feedback from our association community, we are ready for phase in Manchester and Glasgow. Connect with senior association leaders in Manchester, and Glasgow for a day packed with insights, interactive workshops, and powerful networking to take your membership strategy to the next level.

Here's what's next on the calendar:

• February 26, 9:30 - 10:30 AM GMT

  A breakfast roundtable exploring how membership organisations can use AI to improve member engagement, with practical examples and discussion. Register here.

• March 4, 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.

• April 28, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: Manchester. Register here.

• May 12, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM GMT 
  Membership World Roadshow: Glasgow. Register here.

🎧 This Week on the Podcast

Podcasts bring ideas to life. Hear James Thorne, CEO of the Institute of Quarrying, and Sarah Fry, Head of Membership and Marketing, as they share how a mobile app boosted member engagement. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring examples of using technology to engage members.

📰 Articles Worth Reading

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

• Is Your Data Ready for AI to Create Real Value? 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 Compuco — the all-in-one digital platform helping socially responsible organisations streamline IT, optimise processes, and empower teams to focus on what truly matters.

💼 Opportunities & Open Roles

• Event Executive – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Executive Assistant – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Marketing and Communications Executive - Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Membership Manager – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Policy Manager – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Policy Officer – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

• Training Coordinator – Membership Bespoke. Learn more.

Stay connected with association leaders across the globe and be part of the conversations shaping the future of membership.

Thank you for reading — we appreciate you being part of this growing community, and we look forward to bringing you more insights, ideas, and opportunities in the weeks ahead.

The Membership World Team
www.membershipworld.com