Best MembershipWorks Features for Trade Association Management
I have installed MembershipWorks for dozens of clubs, organizations, trade groups, foundations, and civic organizations. MembershipWorks offers a robust list of features.
I would say the best MembershipWorks features for trade associations, clubs, and organizations is the automated renewals. I have had multiple clients say how easy it is now to collect annual dues. No more mailing letters, tracking down checks, applying manually to accounts. No more collecting it in one application, like PayPal, only to have to go someplace else, sometimes an excel spreadsheet, to mark the member as paid. It’s all streamlined with online payments. Yes, members can still mail a check, but online payments are strongly encouraged, and many members find this system so user-friendly that they now feel comfortable paying dues and registering for events online.
With the automated and customizable renewal notices, membership chairpersons and treasurers aren’t made out to be the bad guy anymore because they don’t need to hound members to pay their dues! They report collecting more revenue faster because of MembershipWorks.
Some of the most important features my clients like are:
- The customizable, filterable Member Directory that can be public or in a Members Only section on their website
- Member Only pages for content like minutes, club documents, and forms
- The Event Calendar that offers registration for members and nonmembers for free and for a fee
- Automated Renewal Process with customized email reminders and streamlined online payments that update a Member’s Account immediately
- This one is simple, but impactful… the integration with MailChimp so Members are automatically added to their email list
- Some clients want more features like a job board, classified ads, a shop for donations or other items, and customized forms for things like new member applications, sponsors, awards, etc.
Comparing MembershipWorks to other Software
If you want to compare MembershipWorks to 9 other club or trade association management software options, you can read this post by MembershipWorks: https://membershipworks.com/best-association-management-software
Increase Your Revenue with MembershipWorks
If you are considering the best MembershipWorks features for trade associations, clubs, and organizations, then I encourage you to read my post about how you can earn revenue with MembershipWorks to help offset your costs.
There are multiple opportunities available, not just membership dues to consider. Some are paid by members, but others are paid by nonmembers, which is even better!
I have been installing MembershipWorks on WordPress websites since I first discovered it in 2018. I love making association management easier. I enjoy training my clients on how we set up MembershipWorks and how they can maintain it moving forward. I empower them to manage it themselves by providing detailed written instructions and multiple video tutorials. I want them to have tools they can hand off to the next person who fills their position. I want to make it simple, efficient, and transparent for associations to manage their membership and other club functions. Learn more about why I love MembershipWorks.
View my MembershipWorks Developer Profile. It includes testimonials from past clients.
Give me a call if you are considering MembershipWorks. I’d love to answer your questions.
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Email me or call/text 952-484-6015
Michelle Aspelin
Mindshare Marketing & Implementation Services LLC
