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Conference Videos: A Guide for Trade Associations

Conferences, whether they’re industry or policy based, present a unique opportunity. 

How can trade associations communicate value to MP's?

Nathan Coyne, Managing Director at Polimapper outlines the key ways in which data can act as a leveller for associations when communicating the value of their sector to MP's.

TAF’s annual conference and best practice exchange offers unrivalled networking and insights for 250 key professionals in the UK trade association sector.

In today’s digital age, effective communication is essential to engage current and potential members and convey important information.

New offer for TAF members

Post-pandemic, the shift towards remote and hybrid working has become a defining feature of the modern workplace, with trade associations leading the charge.

We know there is going to be a General Election in the next nine months, we just don’t know when. It certainly won’t be 2 May. Did Jeremy Hunt hint at October? Or would the Prime Minister prefer mid-November? Whatever happens, it must be before 28 January 2025.

A collaboration between TAF, FSB and CBI has published a 2024 list of inspirational women in trade associations to coincide with International Women’s Day!

A skilled workforce is at the heart of every successful association and business, and attracting and developing the right workforce can be a challenge.

A trade association’s central mission is to help its members, so it is no surprise that associations have had to develop more sophisticated approaches to risk and resilience.

Diverse teams perform better. We need teams of people with different views and lived experiences who ask difficult questions and challenge our biases. We need teams that reflect the society we sell to or serve.