9/14/26

Something About Membership with Jim Thompson, CAE, IOM

Episode 341: ​Something About Membership Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting Guest: ​Jim Thompson, CAE, IOM, Founder & CEO, Tying It Together Consulting

​This week, we decided to do something about membership with first-time guest, Jim. We have a great time talking about the nature of membership, engagement, and belonging. He also shares information about his client tools like the Membership Flywheel. 

​Our conversation touches on these aspects of what we need to consider when delivering valuable experiences: 

  • ​Focus on the Member Experience Over Transactions

  • Word-of-Mouth is the Primary Driver for Growth

  • Dynamic Value Propositions and Persona Targeting

  • Recognizing and Overcoming Organizational Fear

  • Evolving Beyond Traditional Volunteer Roles

Y​ou'll enjoy this fun and wide-ranging conversation on the nature of membership and what it means.

What is the something about membership that keeps you up at night? Share a comment!

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