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American Museum Membership Conference | Cleveland, OH | May 19-22, 2025
AMMC sets the industry standard for museum professionals in the field of membership-based fundraising through trend analysis, training, communication, mentorship, and support. 2025 AMMC Cleveland is back to a four-day format with many opportunities to connect with colleagues including informative sessions, unlimited networking opportunities, evening receptions, and more! 
Registration fee includes: 
Monday: half-day sessions (beginning at 1 pm) and opening celebration at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Tuesday: full-day sessions (all day), breakfast, and lunch
Wednesday: full-day sessions (all day), breakfast, lunch, and evening reception
​Thursday: half-day sessions (ending at 12 pm), breakfast

Leadership Forum registration fee also includes the following in addition to the conference:
Monday: breakfast and session (8:00 am - 11:00 am)
Online access to Leadership Forum access between conferences
When you register don't forget to take a few minutes and book your room at the conference hotel as well.
Museum Individual
Choose this rate if you are employed at a museum. If you are eligible for a discounted registration fee as a committee member or presenter (15% discount), instructions will be emailed to you. 

Early Bird | $700
August 13, 2024-September 16, 2024

General | $750​
​September 17, 2024-March 17, 2025

Late | $850​
​March 18, 2025-May 23, 2025
Vendor Individual 
Choose this rate if you are a vendor with museum clients. If you are interested in having an exhibit booth and more visibility with attendees consider becoming a sponsor.
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Early Bird | $1,450
August 13, 2024-September 16, 2024

General | $1,500​
​September 17, 2024-March 17, 2025

Late | $1,700​
​March 18, 2025-May 23, 2025
Sponsor Discounted 
Instructions for complimentary and discounted registration will be provided once a sponsorship is confirmed.
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Early Bird | $870
August 13, 2024-September 16, 2024

General | $900​
​September 17, 2024-March 17, 2025

Late | $1,020​
​March 18, 2025-May 23, 2025
​Optional Activities for Museum Individuals
Leadership Forum | $299  [space is limited; registration open from 8/13/24 to 3/17/25]
This component of the conference was launched in Houston 2023 and has been expanded based on feedback. With programming geared towards senior-level Membership professionals and repeat attendees of AMMC, Leadership Forum participants will connect with a trusted cohort of peers before the conference via a virtual networking session. During an exclusive session on the first day of the conference, participants will have the opportunity to discuss trends and key indicators with industry expert Colleen Dilenschneider from IMPACTS Experience. In Cleveland, Leadership Forum participants will also enjoy networking opportunities to share and discuss the challenges of managing complex membership programs in a changing world.

Upon your return home, you will participate in two online sessions to continue the conversation and gain valuable insights that will positively impact both your organization and the museum membership field in general. The Leadership Forum fee also includes online access to the cohort between conferences.

Recommended for the individual that has primary responsibility for membership at their institutions. To ensure the cohort is as broad as possible within our space constraints, we request each organization select one individual to participate. If you would like to be considered for an exception please reach out to Ruth White.
Peer Outreach Groups (POGs) | FREE [registration will open September 30]
POGs will be back for 2025 AMMC Cleveland. These small networking groups are designed to give nonprofit membership professionals an opportunity to connect with others at the conference by getting to know each other, arranging leisure time, attending sessions, and trading notes! The 3-4 participants assigned to each POG will be able to connect both prior to and during the conference. There is no fee to participate. 
What attendees are saying about the American Museum Membership Conference
"AMMC is by far the best conference for connecting with fellow membership professionals."
"The conference is an exceptionally planned learning experience for membership professionals. It's a wonderful resource and important opportunity to make connections within our industry. It's also always FUN and inspiring with the thoughtful events planned in the evenings."
"The focus of the conference and the willingness of other attendees to share information makes it very beneficial."
“[I was given] actionable ideas that could be scaled down or up, and real life examples of these ideas in action.”
"A lot of interesting ideas, great examples with data to support."
"​So focused that all of the sessions are relevant. Love how ideas are applicable to large and small institutions. The best part of the conference = the conversations between meetings!"
"One of the most helpful conferences I have ever attended."
"The information is very helpful and the connections are wonderful. It is worth the time and energy to connect with fellow attendees."
“I really enjoyed myself and thought it was a very insightful conference that connected me with other membership professionals.”
“The connections made and takeaways from the sessions are the best way to grow professionally in the membership world.”
"Love this conference, for peers, by peers!"
"I very much enjoyed this conference as a first time attendee. I learned a lot and made a lot of meaningful connections. I have a lot of takeaways and it was nice sharing ideas and challenges with other attendees."
"Lots of helpful information and sponsors and colleagues from across the field that makes you feel seen and understood when it comes to membership strategies and challenges. Great networking opportunity."
​"I think this is always one of the best industry conferences. Each session is relevant."
“[The conference gave me] direct takeaways that I can implement in the near future at my organization.”
Cancellation and Transfer Policy 
Refund requested 9/16/2024 or prior: full refund
Refund requested from 9/17/2024-3/17/2025: 50% of fee paid
There are no refunds available after 3/17/2025.
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* If registrant is unable to attend they may transfer their registration to someone else at no charge by contacting the Conference Manager.