Political change is brewing. With Labour polling strongly, 50 Conservative MPs standing down and new constituency boundaries being enforced, the next parliament is likely to be very different to the one we have now.
By Raisa McNab, CEO at the Association of Translation Companies What’s your strategy for building long-term growth in the association? Recent research shows that 50% of associations are looking to build growth through partnerships with other organisations. For the…
The TAF Annual Benchmarking Survey, supported by TAF partners Ellwood Atfield and Partners& is now open, and we am delighted to invite you to participate. This is the most comprehensive survey specifically for UK trade associations to help us benchmark…
Entries for the 2024 UK Trade Association Awards are now live! The UK’s leading celebration of the association sector is back and entries are open until the 17th November 2023. With 18 categories covering the very best organisations and individuals…
Following a meeting of the TAF Board in September 2023, we are delighted to welcome new officers who will lead TAF over the coming year. The new officers are: Richard Smith, Chair Richard is the Managing Director of the Road…
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We’re delighted to welcome a host of new Board members to the TAF Board after a hotly-contested election! Thanks to everyone who put themselves forward for a position, all the members who voted and massive congratulations to the successful candidates….
Organising awards is a challenge for any association out there and yet, absolutely worth it if done the right way. So, in an effort to help you out, we’ve prepared the top 10 tips for getting a successful programme off…
Safety at work, working from home, employment law, contract disputes… the risks that a director is exposed to are only going up. Directors of limited companies are advised to protect themselves personally and reduce the risk of personal financial loss….
While awards are a proven way to boost your association’s revenue and marketing power, as well as attract new members, they also have indirect, albeit no less significant benefits. Given the right tools, you can use awards to promote best…