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Benchmark report 2025: The ultimate insight into the membership organization market

Comprehensive analyses, market insights, and practical strategies to future-proof your organization.

The world of membership organizations is changing faster than ever. Customers expect more, technology is evolving rapidly, and competition is growing globally. How can you ensure that your organization not only adapts but stays ahead? Our benchmark report for membership organizations provides the answers. This report features in-depth analyses, market insights, and practical strategies to future-proof your organization.

How membership organizations harness technology for success

How do the best membership organizations leverage technology to truly make an impact? Together with Frans Riemersma, co-founder of MartechTribe and an expert in marketing technology, we investigated this question. The result: a global benchmark of 67 membership organizations, based on nine years of insights from the largest independent Customer Technology Data Warehouse.

In this report, you’ll discover the technologies and functionalities top organizations use to create value. We’ll also show you how to increase your digital maturity and get more out of your efforts.

With the practical tips and best practices from this research, you can use technology smarter and achieve sustainable results. Curious about how your organization can grow? Dive into the insights!

Why download this report?

In a market where competition and changing expectations present daily challenges, staying well-informed is essential. This report offers you:


Market position insights

An overview of the position of membership organizations in 2024, supported by up-to-date data.



Practical examples

Demonstrations of what works—and what doesn’t.



Technological trends

Insights into trends that help your organization work more efficiently and perform better.



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Get immediate access to valuable insights and actionable strategies to help your membership organization thrive. Stay ahead in the market!

What can you expect?

The benchmark report provides a clear overview of the following topics:

An exclusive introduction to world-class research

Discover insights from a unique collaboration with Frans Riemersma, based on nine years of data and analysis from the largest independent Customer Technology Data Warehouse.

The three key focus areas for membership organizations

  1. Attracting members
     Learn how to develop effective content strategies, create engagement, offer valuable content, and facilitate continuous communication.
  2. Retaining members
     Practical tips to keep members engaged, including offering consistent value, personalized experiences, and developing retention programs.
  3. Developing innovative propositions
     Advice on adapting flexibly to changes with a future-proof infrastructure.
  4. Insights into 24 essential technologies
    Understand which technologies top membership organizations use to support their strategies and enhance their impact.
  5. Best practices and concrete tools
    How to measure and analyze engagement metrics.
    The importance of trust and transparency within your organization.
    Investing in a robust technological infrastructure to innovate your propositions.
  6. Inspiring case studies and strategies
    Examples and recommendations showing how successful organizations grow by addressing the changing needs of their members.
  7. Access to additional resources

Including a personalized benchmark report and participation in an exclusive roundtable to share insights with industry peers.

What makes this report unique?

Unlike other studies, this report combines hard data with practical advice. Not only will you learn what’s happening, but you’ll also discover how to respond effectively.

From inspiring examples to clear action plans, this report is an indispensable tool for anyone in the membership organization market.


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