Author name: Mel Sallis

Mel Sallis is a membership strategist and coach with over 30 years’ experience helping organisations grow, engage their communities, and build lasting member value. She specialises in practical, people-focused strategies - combining deep sector insight with emerging tools like AI to support smarter, more sustainable growth.

Personalised Member Journeys
Membership Journeys

Personalised Member Journeys: Reclaiming Human Connection

Technology promised personalisation – but for many membership organisations, it’s delivered the opposite. Automated tools have made it easy to communicate, but harder to truly connect. This article explores how to rebuild personalised member journeys that feel human again – using AI and insight to listen better, respond smarter, and put people back at the heart of engagement.

DMCC Act 2024
Compliance, Engagement

The DMCC Act 2024: What membership organisations need to know

The DMCC Act 2024 introduces big changes to how UK membership organisations manage renewals, cancellations and communications. This article explains what the Act means for charities, professional bodies and community-based groups—and how to turn compliance into a more engaging, trust-building member experience.yes please

Agentic Membership strategy Approach
Membership, Strategy

Why Your Membership Strategy Needs a Rethink

Without a clear membership strategy, growth becomes guesswork. This blog explores why strategy matters, what to include, and how to make it a living tool for retention, engagement, and value. Plus, download your free strategy guide to help structure your plan with confidence.

Getting started in Ai for Membership organisations
AI

AI Governance for Membership Organisations: A Practical Guide

AI adoption across the UK membership sector is in its early stages—but the tools are ready, and the regulation is coming. This practical guide compares AI governance with GDPR, outlines upcoming risks and responsibilities, and offers simple steps for member organisations to adopt AI responsibly.

AI for Membership Organisations
AI

AI for Membership Organisations: Turning Strategy into Impact

AI is changing how membership organisations engage, support and retain their members.
This article explores practical ways AI can improve content, services and insight—plus how to overcome common barriers. Whether you’re curious or ready to act, now is the time to start your AI journey.

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