activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 17
- Awarding Conference Scholarships Member-Focused Professional Development ScholarshipsOffers comprehensive scholarships that cover registration, hotel, and travel costs for its conferences, including the Roanne Katcher Membership Scholarship for professionals with less than three years of experience, the Barbara Dougherty Membership Scholarship for those with three or more years, and the Laura Brouse Long Membership Scholarship for professionals from historically under-recognized backgrounds.
- Awarding Conference Scholarships Member-Focused Professional Development ScholarshipsOffers comprehensive scholarships that cover registration, hotel, and travel costs for its conferences, including the Roanne Katcher Membership Scholarship for professionals with less than three years of experience, the Barbara Dougherty Membership Scholarship for those with three or more years of experience, and the Laura Brouse Long Membership Scholarship for professionals from historically under-recognized backgrounds.
- Awarding Conference Scholarships Member-Focused Professional Development ScholarshipsOffers comprehensive scholarships covering registration, hotel, and travel costs for its conferences, including the Roanne Katcher Membership Scholarship for professionals with less than three years of experience, the Barbara Dougherty Membership Scholarship for those with three or more years of experience, and the Laura Brouse Long Membership Scholarship for professionals from historically under-recognized backgrounds.
- Hosting Virtual Events and Discussions Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentHosts virtual events and discussions for museum membership professionals on topics such as membership programs, auto-renewal strategies, audience engagement, outreach to hard-to-reach audiences, and alternative membership programs. Recordings and materials from past virtual events are made available to participants.
- Hosting Virtual Events and Showcases Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentHosts virtual events for museum membership professionals on topics related to membership programs, including discussions on membership auto-renewal strategies and a "Virtual Membership Program Showcase" where museums present their virtual programming initiatives. Recordings and materials from these events are made available to participants.
- Hosting Virtual Events and Showcases Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentHosts virtual events for museum membership professionals on various topics, including a "Virtual Membership Program Showcase" where museums present their virtual programming initiatives. Recordings and materials from past virtual events are made available to participants.
- Managing Online Professional Communities Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentManages a Google Group called "Museum Membership Forum" and a LinkedIn group to provide online communities for museum membership/development professionals, offering tools, tips, resources, case studies, job postings, news, research, and professional development opportunities.
- Offering a Leadership Forum for Senior Professionals Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Leadership Forum for senior-level museum membership professionals and repeat AMMC attendees, which includes virtual sessions and an exclusive in-person session during the conference to discuss advanced strategies and trends.
- Operating Online Professional Communities Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Google Group called "Museum Membership Forum" and a LinkedIn group to provide online communities for museum membership/development professionals and students, offering tools, tips, resources, case studies, job postings, news, research, and professional development opportunities.
- Operating Online Professional Communities Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Google Group called "Museum Membership Forum" and a LinkedIn group to provide online communities for museum membership/development professionals, offering tools, tips, resources, case studies, job postings, news, research, and professional development opportunities.
- Operating a Leadership Forum Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Leadership Forum for senior-level museum membership professionals and repeat AMMC attendees, which includes virtual sessions and an exclusive in-person session during the conference.
- Organizing and Hosting the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOrganizes and hosts the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC), a four-day event for museum professionals focused on membership-based fundraising, offering sessions, networking, and receptions. The conference attracts over 350 attendees from nearly 250 organizations and is held in various locations, including Los Angeles and Cleveland, OH.
- Organizing the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOrganizes the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC), a four-day event for museum professionals focused on membership-based fundraising, offering sessions, networking, and receptions. The conference attracts over 350 attendees from nearly 250 organizations and is held in various locations, including Los Angeles and Cleveland, OH.
- Organizing the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOrganizes the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC), a four-day event for museum professionals focused on membership-based fundraising, offering sessions, networking, and receptions. The conference attracts over 350 attendees from nearly 250 organizations and has been held in various locations including Los Angeles and Cleveland, OH.
- Organizing the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOrganizes the American Museum Membership Conference (AMMC), a four-day event for museum professionals focused on membership-based fundraising, offering sessions, networking, and receptions. The conference attracts over 350 attendees from nearly 250 organizations and is held in various locations such as Los Angeles and Cleveland, OH.
- Providing Online Community Forums Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Google Group called "Museum Membership Forum" and a LinkedIn group to provide online communities for museum membership/development professionals, offering tools, tips, resources, case studies, and opportunities to discuss membership-based fundraising, job openings, news, research, and professional development.
- Running a Leadership Forum Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentOperates a Leadership Forum for senior-level museum membership professionals and repeat AMMC attendees, which includes virtual sessions and an exclusive in-person session during the conference.
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- Facilitating Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentFacilitates Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) for conference attendees and other museum membership professionals to build professional networks based on shared characteristics such as organizational type, CRM system, or geographic region. These groups connect before and during the conference.
- Facilitating Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentFacilitates Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) for conference attendees and nonprofit membership professionals to build professional networks based on shared characteristics like organizational type, CRM system, or geographic region. These groups connect before and during the conference.
- Facilitating Professional Networking Groups Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentFacilitates Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) for conference attendees and other museum membership professionals to build professional networks based on shared characteristics like organizational type, CRM system, or geographic region. These groups connect 3-4 nonprofit membership professionals before and during the conference.
- Facilitating Professional Networking and Peer Learning Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentFacilitates Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) for conference attendees and other museum membership professionals to build professional networks based on shared characteristics, connect before and during events, and discuss industry trends and strategies. This includes matching professionals into groups based on organizational type, CRM system, geographic region, membership program size, and annual visitation.
- Providing Professional Development and Training Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentProvides training, communication, mentorship, and support to museum professionals in membership-based fundraising, including workshops on unconscious bias and discussions on industry trends, audience engagement, and alternative membership programs. The organization also sets industry standards for museum professionals.
- Providing Professional Development and Training Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentProvides training, communication, mentorship, and support to museum professionals in membership-based fundraising, including workshops on unconscious bias and discussions on industry trends, audience engagement, and alternative membership programs. This includes virtual events and making recordings and materials available to participants.
- Providing Professional Development and Training Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentProvides training, communication, mentorship, and support to museum professionals in membership-based fundraising, including workshops on unconscious bias and discussions on membership strategies, audience engagement, and outreach.
- Providing Training and Support for Museum Professionals Museum Membership Professional DevelopmentProvides training, communication, mentorship, and support to museum professionals in membership-based fundraising, including industry-leading trend analysis and workshops on unconscious bias, aiming to set industry standards.
strategies · 24
how they think
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- Cultivating Peer-Led Networking and Collaboration peer_learning_and_networkingThe organization facilitates peer-to-peer connections and collaboration, enabling museum professionals to share knowledge, explore new methods, and collectively develop innovative strategies for membership programs. This includes structured networking, cohort-based learning, and ongoing online community engagement.
- Data-Informed Engagement and Audience Development data-informed_engagement, data-driven_audience_developmentEnhances membership engagement and donor communication by applying data analytics to audience development strategies, ensuring programming and outreach are responsive to measurable trends and behaviors.
- Data-Informed Engagement and Audience Development data_informed_engagementThe organization emphasizes the use of data analytics and informed strategies to enhance museum membership engagement, optimize audience development, improve donor communication, and guide effective membership acquisition and retention techniques.
- Data-informed audience and membership strategies data_driven_audience_developmentUses data analytics and trend analysis to optimize membership acquisition, retention, and engagement, guiding strategic decisions in fundraising and audience development with evidence-based insights.
- Equity-Focused Scholarship Program equity-focused_scholarship_programExpands access and diversity within the conference community by using an equity-centered approach to evaluate and award scholarships, prioritizing financial need, first-time attendees, and individuals from historically underrecognized backgrounds.
- Equity-centered access and inclusion in professional communities equity_focused_scholarship_programExpands access to professional development by awarding scholarships through an equity lens, prioritizing financial need, first-time attendees, and individuals from historically underrecognized backgrounds to diversify and enrich the museum membership field.
- Facilitating Peer Learning and Networking peer_learning_and_networkingThe organization builds a strong professional community by facilitating peer-led networking, encouraging collaboration, and providing platforms for sharing information, tools, tips, resources, and case studies. This includes structured cohort-based learning and self-managed connections to strengthen professional relationships and foster innovation.
- Fostering Professional Development and Industry Standards professional_developmentThe organization aims to elevate the museum membership profession by providing continuous learning opportunities, setting industry benchmarks through trend analysis, offering training, communication, mentorship, and support, and creating a space for professionals to reflect on best practices and innovative approaches.
- Fostering Professional Development and Industry Standards professional_developmentThe organization aims to elevate the museum membership profession by providing continuous learning opportunities, setting industry benchmarks through trend analysis, offering training, mentorship, and support, and creating a space for professionals to reflect on best practices and innovative approaches.
- Innovation Through Creativity and Technology in Membership Programs professional_developmentEncourages sustainable membership models by creating spaces for professionals to explore best practices and adopt innovative approaches that integrate creativity, technology, and research.
- Membership Acquisition and Retention Strategies membership_acquisition_strategiesSupports museums in building sustainable membership programs by sharing proven techniques for acquiring and retaining members.
- Online Community for Knowledge Sharing and Problem Solving professional_development_and_networkingSupports museum professionals through an online platform that enables the exchange of tools, resources, case studies, and peer-sourced solutions, fostering continuous learning and collective problem-solving.
- Participant-Driven Programming participant_driven_programmingThe organization actively involves its audience in shaping future programming, soliciting input and inviting participation as panelists to ensure content relevance and engagement.
- Participant-Driven Programming participant_driven_programmingThe organization actively involves its audience in shaping future programming by soliciting input and inviting participation as panelists, ensuring that content is relevant and responsive to community needs.
- Participant-Driven Programming and Peer-Led Networking participant-driven_programming, peer-led_networkingEngages participants in shaping virtual programming and fosters professional relationship-building through peer-led networking, where attendees self-manage connections via pre-conference calls, joint sessions, shared meals, and collaborative note-taking.
- Participant-driven programming and knowledge sharing participant-driven_programmingShapes virtual programming and professional development through audience input and peer-generated content, enabling museum professionals to share best practices, tools, and solutions through interactive formats and collaborative learning.
- Peer Learning and Cohort-Based Collaboration peer_learning_and_collaboration, cohort-based_learningFacilitates peer learning and sustained collaboration through cohort-based models, including a Leadership Forum that offers virtual and in-person sessions with continued online access, enabling senior professionals to reflect on best practices and co-develop innovative solutions.
- Peer-led networking and cohort-based collaboration peer_led_networkingStrengthens professional relationships through self-managed peer connections and sustained cohort engagement, using pre-conference interactions, joint participation, and ongoing virtual access to foster trust, innovation, and belonging within senior-level museum membership networks.
- Professional Development and Industry Standards in Membership Fundraising professional_development, trend_analysis, membership-based_fundraisingAdvances the field of museum membership fundraising by setting industry standards through trend analysis, training, mentorship, and communication, enabling professionals to adapt to changing landscapes with innovative tools and research-based practices.
- Professional development for industry standards and innovation professional_developmentAdvances the field of museum membership fundraising by setting standards through trend analysis, training, mentorship, and research, equipping professionals with tools to adapt to changing environments and implement sustainable, technology-enhanced membership models.
- Promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility through Scholarships equity_focused_scholarship_programThe organization actively works to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within its events and networks by evaluating scholarship applications through an equity lens, prioritizing financial need, first-time attendees, and individuals from historically underrecognized backgrounds.
- Promoting Equity and Inclusion through Scholarship equity_focused_scholarship_programThe organization actively works to increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within its events and networks by evaluating scholarship applications through an equity lens, prioritizing financial need, first-time attendees, and individuals from historically underrecognized backgrounds to expand community access.
- Standards of Excellence for Conference Quality standards_of_excellenceMaintains high-quality educational content by applying standards of excellence in the selection of seminars and speakers.
- Utilizing Data-Informed Strategies for Membership Engagement and Acquisition data_informed_engagementThe organization emphasizes the use of data analytics and proven techniques to optimize audience engagement, enhance donor communication, and improve membership acquisition and retention strategies.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
AMMC Annual Conference
Yearly in-person conference rotating across U.S. cities featuring sessions, roundtables, and networking for museum membership professionals
AMMC Virtual
Series of webinars and live virtual sessions on membership topics including engagement, retention, digital marketing, and benefits design
Museum Membership Forum (MMF) LIVE!
Interactive virtual sessions modeled after the MMF listserv, using breakout rooms to foster peer-to-peer collaboration and idea exchange
Peer Outreach Groups (POG)
Facilitated small-group discussions at conferences allowing museum professionals to connect around shared challenges and interests
relationships · 26
who they work with
- 2026 AMMC Los Angeles Sponsors Partner — Sponsors supporting the 2026 AMMC Los Angeles conference
- AMMC Virtual Sponsors Partner — Sponsors supporting virtual components of the AMMC
- American Museum Membership Conference Partner — Organizes annual conferences for museum professionals.
- Cleveland Cavaliers Partner — Engages in community impact and diversity-equity-inclusion initiatives.
- Cleveland Museum of Art Partner — Chelsea Jackson is affiliated with the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Daniller + Company Partner — Partners to discuss membership acquisition strategies.
- Denver Museum of Nature and Science Partner — Presented their "Exclusive Member Virtual Programming" at the Virtual Membership Program Showcase.
- Florida Museum of Natural History Partner — Presented their "Mega-Distanced Megalodon Member Reception" at the Virtual Membership Program Showcase.
- Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Partner — Participates in discussions on community engagement and membership.
- IMPACTS Experience Partner — Collaborates on audience engagement initiatives for cultural sectors.
- IMPACTS Experience Partner — Industry expert Colleen Dilenschneider from IMPACTS Experience discusses trends and key indicators with Leadership Forum participants.
- International Spy Museum Partner — Stephanie Haver serves as Virtual Events Co-chair at the International Spy Museum.
- LACMA Partner — Jennifer Jordan serves as Treasurer / Host Chair at LACMA.
- MMF LIVE! Partner — Co-hosts virtual events as part of the AMMC Virtual series.
- Moore Partner — Collaborates on audience activation and optimization strategies.
- Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP) Partner — Mariely Lemagne serves as VP Communications at the Museum of Pop Culture.
- Museum of Science and Industry Partner — Presented their "Virtual Member Open House" program at the Virtual Membership Program Showcase.
- Old Sturbridge Village Partner — Presented their "Friends' Day" program, which included virtual elements, at the Virtual Membership Program Showcase.
- Omni Los Angeles Partner — All activities for the 2026 AMMC Los Angeles conference will be held at this hotel, unless otherwise noted.
- Seattle Art Museum Partner — Board President Tiffany Tessada is affiliated with the Seattle Art Museum.
- Smithsonian Partner — Shares insights on membership strategies and experiences.
- Smithsonian Institution Partner — John Perell is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.
- Texas State Aquarium Partner — Presented their "Virtual Trivia for Wildlife" program at the Virtual Membership Program Showcase.
- The Huntington Partner — Amri Covarrubias serves as Inclusion Chair at The Huntington.
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Partner — Jennifer Garza and Jeremy Hamilton-Arnold are affiliated with The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
- The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit Partner — Provided a conference hotel and room block for the AMMC 2022 conference.